What is the Difference Between an Axe and a Maul?

What is the Difference Between an Axe and a Maul?

Axe and Maul Both an axe and a maul are two axe types used to chop (or split) wood. Most axes intended for splitting wood have a more wedge like shape. Axes intended to split wood that feature a more wedge like bit are known as splitting axes (Klyvyxa). A maul, also...
Swedish Axe Makers

Swedish Axe Makers

Swedish Axe Makers The storied history of Swedish made axes Learn More A legacy of quality dating back centuries Today there are three remaining major axe producers in Sweden: S.A. Wetterlings in Storvik, Gränsfors Bruks AB in Gränsfors and Hultafors/Hults Bruk in...
Axe Types Roundup from Maul to Tomahawk

Axe Types Roundup from Maul to Tomahawk

There are many different axe types each with its own unique purpose and intended use. An axe or hatchet could fall into one or more axe types depending on the features. For information on what some of the terms mean, such as beard or bit, check out the Anatomy of an...
A Nata is not a Hatchet

A Nata is not a Hatchet

The Japanese Nata is often referred to as a hatchet. It’s time that this Japenese machete stops pretending and admits it is not a hatchet. I explain why. First let’s define what an ax and a hatchet are, starting with the dictionary definition. Source:...
Anatomy of an Axe from Poll to Palm Swell

Anatomy of an Axe from Poll to Palm Swell

An axe is just a metal wedge on a stick right? Hardly. There are many parts of an axe from poll to palm swell and bit to butt. The design of each of these elements creates a unique purpose built tool. The below details what each part of an axe is called. Head (axe...