{"product_id":"1844-helko-werk-germany-vario-heavy-universal-axe-german-made-heavy-duty-large-felling-and-cutting-axe-head-5-5-lbs-handle-36-in-heavy-universal-10055","title":"1844 Helko Werk Germany Vario Heavy Universal Axe - German Made Heavy Duty Large Felling and Cutting Axe - Head 5.5 lbs Handle 36 in. (Heavy Universal) #10055","description":"\u003cp\u003e- Made in Germany - A larger, more powerful version of the Vario Universal Axe, with a longer handle and a heavy 5-1\/2 lb. head. This universal axe is capable of delivering incredible striking power. This axe is designed to handle heavy, difficult felling jobs. The curved, ergonomic handle creates excellent balance and minimizes fatigue. The Universal blade design will perform well as a cutting axe, but also makes an exceptional splitting axe for splitting firewood, rounds, and logs.\n- Patented Interchangeable Head Design: with C50 High Carbon Steel - 53-56 HRC - The Vario uses Helko Werk's patented axe design - a German engineered bolt-on fastening system that introduces incredible versatility and efficiency across the Vario product line. All Vario heads, handles, and fastening components are fully interchangeable and inter-compatible. The heads are assembled with bolts which are driven through the handle and secured by a butt-plate retainer cap.\n- Grade A American Hickory: Matte Lacquer Finish, 150 Grit Sanded Lightly lacquered with black-dipped grip, individually selected for grain orientation and density, and sustainably sourced grade A American hickory\n- Includes Full Grain Leather Sheath - 1 Oz. Bottle of Axe Guard Protective Oil All Helko Werk Axes include a vegetable-tanned premium leather axe sheath to protect the blade of your axes and hatchets\n- Dimensions - Head Weight: 5½ lbs, Total Weight: 7½ lbs, Handle Length: 36 in.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct description\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Helko Werk patented design\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVario 2000\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e?Handmade in Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVario 2000 Heavy Universal Axe\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVario 2000 Heavy Universal Axe\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\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\u003eA German engineered fastening system that introduces incredible versatility. All Vario heads, handles, and fastening components are fully interchangeable and inter-compatible. The heads are assembled with bolts which are driven through the handle and secured by a back-plate retainer cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA larger, more powerful version of the Vario 2000 Universal Axe, with a longer handle and an upgraded 4 pound head capable of delivering incredible striking power. This axe is designed to handle heavy, difficult felling jobs. The curved, ergonomic handle creates excellent balance and minimizes fatigue. This axe may handle and feel like a traditional felling axe, but the wedge incline head design makes it an exceptional splitter as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e?Head Weight: 4 lbs. Total Weight: 1 ½ lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBit Length: 5 ⅛? in?. Handle Length: 36 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":59477520023633,"sku":"B0794Q3GSQ","price":287.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/3713\/2369\/files\/513Y9d4aGZL._AC_SX679.jpg?v=1778140214","url":"https:\/\/campforge1.com\/products\/1844-helko-werk-germany-vario-heavy-universal-axe-german-made-heavy-duty-large-felling-and-cutting-axe-head-5-5-lbs-handle-36-in-heavy-universal-10055","provider":"CampForge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}