The
Svante Djarv Carving Axe 600g is a handmade lightweight carving axe, hand forged by the fantastic husband and wife team - Svante and Elsa Djarv.
Made from high quality tool steel, this axe has symmetrical bevels, which means that the bevels have the same length. All grinding and honing are done freehand by Svante with a bevel angle around 27-28 degrees.
This cutting edge of this axe has slightly more curvature than the
Svante Djarv Cutting Axe, and more of a beard allowing for more up close work. Svante make's four sizes of his carving axe; but we don't want to overwhelm you with choice and think this is the best option out of the four. If you're looking for a slightly heavier carving axe also made by Svante, please take a look at the
Cutting Axe which is approx 700g, or the
Little Viking Axe which is approx. 800g. If you're looking for something even lighter, take a look at the
Backpack Axe.
These axes come as standard with a leather riveted sheath, which is included in the price - good tools need edge protection!
Product Details:- Bevel length: 9cm
- Total length: 33cm
- Head weight: 600g
About the Maker - Svante Djarv Hantverk AB:
Svante Djarv Hantverk is a family business based in Avesta, Sweden, that specialises in creating hand-forged wood carving tools. Drawing inspiration from the Swedish metal-working tradition, they've built a broad range of tools, often in collaboration with experienced woodsmiths and craftspeople. Each year, they produce about 4,000 tools and knives, ranging from carving knives to axes, and they also have a unique tool line for children. Every tool is delivered ready for use, crafted from high-quality steel and complemented with handles made from Swedish hardwoods like elm and ash. Woodsmith has had a long-standing relationship with Svante and Elsa Djarv for over a decade, and we're proud to be the UK's largest stockist of their tools.