Monday, January 10, 2011

Fiskars 7861 Axe and Knife Sharpener

Fiskars 7861 Axe and Knife Sharpener

Fiskars 7861 Axe and Knife Sharpener
Buy new: $8.99
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If one really wants to put a razor sharp edge on an axe or knife, a set of diamond whetstones is the best way to do it. This painstaking manual process requires time and proper technique. Beware: a razor sharp edge is exactly that and not to be trifled with. On the other hand, if "pretty darn sharp" is good enough...and it should be for most utility purposes...a dedicated sharpening tool like the Fiskars will get the job done quickly and with minimum risk to one's fingers.

Fiskars 7861 Axe and Knife Sharpener

Estwing E45A Campers Axe Metal Handle

Estwing E45A Campers Axe Metal Handle

Estwing E45A Campers Axe Metal Handle
Buy new: $39.96
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My brother in law has always like Estwing hammers and i saw an article in the magazine talking about how rugged the Ax was. I thought I would give it a shot. It worked beautifully for what i needed an ax big enough to cut down trees up to 12 inches in diameter but small and light enough to easily take camping or anywhere. Its a great product and American made (minus the sheath).

Estwing E45A Campers Axe Metal Handle

Fiskars 7858 Pro Chopping Axe

Fiskars 7858 Pro Chopping Axe

Fiskars 7858 Pro Chopping Axe
Buy new: $35.43
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I have been pleased with every Fiskars item that I have previously purchased. This ax is no exception. I ordered it last Tuesday and it showed up three days later (in a huge box). I used it today to take out a tree stump. It easily cut through some pretty thick, buried roots. It's very light and easy to swing, with the weight concentrated at the head.

Fiskars 7858 Pro Chopping Axe

Gerber 22-41420 Gator Combo Axe II

Gerber 22-41420 Gator Combo Axe II

Gerber 22-41420 Gator Combo Axe II
Buy new: $32.00
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this is a great product the edge was a little dull when it came but i sharped it and now it is sharp as a knife. The saw in handle is tough and has cut easily through every so far. good combo if you go hunting or camping.

Gerber 22-41420 Gator Combo Axe II

Fiskars 7854 Super Splitting Axe with 28-Inch Handle and 4-1/4-Pound Head

Fiskars 7854 Super Splitting Axe with 28-Inch Handle and 4-1/4-Pound Head

Fiskars 7854 Super Splitting Axe with 28-Inch Handle and 4-1/4-Pound Head
Buy new: $39.99
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I bought this axe for my husband for Christmas. He has split many a log over the years and this is by far the best axe he has ever used. He said it split the logs like a knife through butter! He also said it was extremely light weight and comfortable to use.

Fiskars 7854 Super Splitting Axe with 28-Inch Handle and 4-1/4-Pound Head