Hand-forged in Sweden, the Gränsfors Bruks American Felling Axe is built for powerful performance in forestry, bushcraft, and outdoor living.
When venturing into the woods to carry out serious felling tasks, few tools are as indispensable as a well-forged axe. Among the finest is the Gränsfors Bruk American Felling Axe – a robust, beautifully balanced tool forged by hand in Sweden with a heritage that speaks volumes to those who value quality, durability, and tradition.
At Woodlore, we are proud to offer this exceptional bushcraft and forestry axe as part of our curated collection of outdoor tools. Designed with the needs of foresters and serious woods people in mind, the Gränsfors American Felling Axe is built for felling large trees and heavy wood processing. Its long handle and heavyweight head offer a deep, powerful swing – ideal for working in remote, forested environments where precision and strength are paramount.
Hand-Forged Excellence
Each axe is individually hand-forged by the skilled smiths at Gränsfors Bruk, a Swedish company renowned for their dedication to traditional forging techniques. Every smith leaves their initials on the head of the axe – a proud signature of craftsmanship.
This level of attention to detail ensures that every axe is a unique piece of working history – not just a tool, but a lifelong companion in the field.
Performance in the Field
The American Felling Axe is engineered for serious tasks – from chopping through dense woodland to building shelters and cabins in harsh terrain. The 90 cm (35.5 inch) hickory handle provides leverage and balance, while the 3.3 lb (1.5 kg) axe head delivers a powerful, efficient bite into timber that sends chunks flying!
Whether you’re an experienced woods person or an aspiring bushcrafter, this axe offers unmatched performance in the wild.
Crafted from high-carbon steel, the head is hardened and tempered for long-lasting sharpness. As with all the tools we select, sharpening in the field is essential and we use a range of tools to achieve this in remote wilderness. Paired with a straight-grain American hickory shaft and finished with linseed oil and beeswax, the result is a tool that is both rugged and refined – ready to withstand years of hard use in the wilderness.
A Tool You Can Trust
As with all Gränsfors Bruks axes, the American Felling Axe comes with a vegetable-tanned leather sheath and the company’s Axe Book – a small but valuable companion filled with information about axe use, safety, and history.
Every aspect of the axe, from its balance to its edge retention, reflects a commitment to quality that bushcrafters and foresters around the world rely on.
In the spirit of Woodlore and the timeless lessons of bushcraft, we believe in equipping ourselves with tools that reflect care, knowledge, and a deep connection to the land. The Gränsfors American Felling Axe embodies these values.
Technical Specifications
Accessories: Leather sheath, Axe Book
Length: 90 cm (35.5″)
Weight: 2.2 kg (approx. 4.8 lb) with sheath
Head weight: 1.8 kg (approx. 3.9 lb)
Handle Material: American hickory
Steel: High-carbon, hand-forged
If you’re looking for a reliable axe for coppicing, felling trees, snedding branches, or bucking logs, the Gränsfors Bruk American Felling Axe is the ideal tool for the job!
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