{"product_id":"1844-helko-werk-germany-traditional-rheinland-hatchet-made-in-germany-camping-and-bushcraft-hatchets-backpacking-handmade-german-small-axe-head-1-25-lbs-handle-14-in-rheinland-hatchet-11326","title":"1844 Helko Werk Germany Traditional Rheinland Hatchet - Made in Germany Camping and Bushcraft Hatchets Backpacking Handmade German Small Axe - Head 1.25 lbs Handle 14 in. (Rheinland Hatchet) #11326","description":"\u003cp\u003e- HAND-FORGED AND MANUFACTURED IN GERMANY: The Rheinland Hatchet performs well at limbing branches, making kindling, carving, and other light and fine cutting work. The Rheinland pattern, a traditional German wide-bit blade, is exceptionally well suited for cutting work. Handmade in Wuppertal, Germany, these hatchets are named after the region’s famous Rhein River Valley. DIMENSIONS: Head Weight: 1-1\/4 lb \/ Length: 14 in. \/ Total Weight: 1-3\/4 lb\n- C50 HIGH CARBON STEEL SPLITTING HEAD: 53-56 HRC - Helko Werk axe heads are open-face drop forged individually by hand from German C50 high grade carbon steel. Drop forging is a process in which the blacksmith uses tongs to hold and shape hot steel as a drop hammer falls repeatedly onto it.\n- GRADE A AMERICAN HICKORY WOOD HANDLE: Linseed Oil Finish, 150 GRIT SANDED Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory handle. All Helko Werk camping axes and hatchets have handles individually hand finished and selected for grain orientation and density with a boiled linseed oil finish and sanded to 150 grit for a comfortable and smooth finish on your axe handle\n- ACCESSORIES INCLUDED: Full Grain Leather Sheath and 1oz Axe Guard Protective Oil: All Helko Werk axes and hatchets include a vegetable-tanned premium leather axe sheath to protect your axe blade and head. The Axe Guard oil is a metal protecting oil to help maintain the steel of your axe head, and prevent rust over time.\n- SPECIFICATIONS: Head Weight: 1-1\/4 lb \/ Length: 14 in. \/ Total Weight: 1-3\/4 lb\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct description\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e?Handmade in Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRheinland Hatchet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditional Rheinland Hatchet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRheinland Hatchet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCare For Your Axe\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCare For Your Axe\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSharpening \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCare For Your Axe\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStorage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSafety\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSplitting Techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVario Heavy Log Splitter Axe\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout Helko Werk\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufacturing Process\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout Helko Werk\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRockwell Hardness\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout Helko Werk\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandles\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout Helko Werk\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheaths\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAxe Care and Accessories\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Rheinland pattern - a traditional German wide-bit blade - is exceptionally well suited for cutting work. Handmade in Wuppertal, Germany, these hatchets are named after the region’s famous Rhein River Valley. The Rhein was a historically significant source of trade and growth for settlements in the region throughout the medieval period, and cutting axes like these were a daily necessity for people carving out towns and villages in heavily forested regions along the river.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e?Head Weight: 1 ¼ lbs. Total Weight: 1 ¾ lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBit Length: 4 in?. Handle Length: 14 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHead - Hand forged using a drop hammer on open dies - Premium grade C50 high carbon steel - ?53-56 HRC (Rockwell Hardness) Handle - Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory - Individually selected for grain orientation and density - Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded - Hung with hardwood wedge and steel ring wedge?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecome familiar with proper sharpening techniques. Keep the edge sharp while maintaining the original bevel. Use a flat file and sharpening stone to sharpen your edge. Grinders or sanders can be used with extreme caution, as overheating can alter the steel temper. Our Dual-Sided Axe File has a double-cut pattern for rapid material removal when reprofiling, or for removing dings and nicks from the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore your axe in a cool, dry place. Excessive exposure to moisture and the elements may cause damage over time. Do not store in direct sunlight, or near a stove, fireplace, or other heat source. This can cause significant damage to handles by lowering humidity levels in the wood. After using your axe, always clean and oil the head.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen splitting, use a firm and stable chopping surface to reduce the risk of injury or damage to your tool. Never split wood against the ground. Take care to avoid striking the handle against logs or other objects, which can happen in the event of a miss swing, and is the leading cause of damaged handles. If your axe blade becomes stuck in a log, rock it back and forth in line with the blade. Never twist side to side, as this may break your handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur axes are individually forged by hand using a drop hammer on open dies. The blacksmith works on a drop forge, using tongs to hold the hot steel as a hammer falls repeatedly onto it. The drop hammer runs continuously at remarkable speed, requiring a highly skilled and time-tested smith. The hand-eye coordination and judgment required for this process can only come from years of experience, as every split-second decision ultimately affects the shape and integrity of the final product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn important factor to consider when evaluating the quality of an axe. The steel must be tempered just right, without being too soft to hold an edge or hard enough to become brittle. ?Helko's Master Smiths have cumulatively spent hundreds of years perfecting the hardness and temper of our axes, creating an ideal balance between superior edge holding ability, ease of sharpening, and resistance to chipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe quality of the handle is also a significant measure of the tool’s integrity. Helko handles are proudly crafted from sustainably sourced Grade A American hickory. Helko promotes environmentally sound, socially beneficial, and economically prosperous management of the world's forests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur Leather Sheaths are made from vegetable tanned, full grain, cowhide leather. We install a heavy duty welt in all of our sheaths, which is an added strip of leather that rests against the blade, for maximum blade protection. The buckle fasteners are nickel plated with an adjustable strap that will always ensure a snug fit, even if the leather stretches over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHelko Classic Line\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombine versatility, performance, and aesthetics to create a premium line of pristine working axes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHelko Traditional Line\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePremium collection of hand forged German heritage axes, handcrafted by one of Helko’s Master Smiths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHelko Vario 2000\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll Vario heads, handles, and fastening components are fully interchangeable and inter-compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTop quality outdoor and travel gear, proudly handmade in the USA and built to last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandmade in the USA from full grain, vegetable tanned cowhide leather.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CampForge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59491843801169,"sku":"B010GBEFYO","price":231.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/3713\/2369\/files\/81sTAqwX-WS._AC_SX679.jpg?v=1778258164","url":"https:\/\/campforge1.com\/products\/1844-helko-werk-germany-traditional-rheinland-hatchet-made-in-germany-camping-and-bushcraft-hatchets-backpacking-handmade-german-small-axe-head-1-25-lbs-handle-14-in-rheinland-hatchet-11326","provider":"CampForge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}