Hults Bruk was established in the Hult Valley of south-eastern Sweden in 1697. The location was carefully chosen, with forests that could provide wood to fuel the fires and water to power the hammers. The chosen location happened to be a center for stone age axe production. The ground is littered with ancient stone age axe heads, which archaeologists believe were manufactured on a nearly industrial scale here 5,000 years ago. However, ship nails were the main product when our hammers first started working. The hand forged nails quickly became known for their high quality and were exported far ..read more

The Swedish splitting axe has a narrow profile and a flat blade that cuts deep. As the axe enters the wood, a prominent metal spine that runs along the cheeks helps push the wood apart like a wedge. Mauls, splitting axes, hatchets and felling axes are not all the same. Mauls are made to use leverage to pry wood apart. Weighing between 6-8 lb., mauls can be heavy to swing and generate a lot of shock which can lead to fatigue Hatchets and felling axes are made for specific tasks like cutting down trees or limbing branches. For these tasks a long, flat blade allows the axe to make deep broa ..read more

Hults Bruk Agdor 20 Splitting axe The Swedish splitting axe is a narrow axe pattern with a flat blade that cuts deep. As the axe enters the wood, a prominent metal spine that runs along the cheeks helps push the wood apart like a wedge. Mauls, splitting axes, hatchets and felling axes are not the same. Mauls are basically a sledge hammer with an edge and are made to use leverage to pry wood apart. Weighing between 6-8 lb., mauls can be heavy to swing and generate a lot of shock which can lead to fatigue Hatchets and felling axes are made for specific tasks like cutting down trees or limbing br ..read more

Quick Comparison Both Hults Bruk axe lines are hand-forged in Sweden and crafted using high-quality materials. The distinction between the two lines is in the details. Premium axes are crafted for mobility and precision. Generally, Premium axes are small to medium in size, with a controllable head, featuring a thinned handle stamped with the HB logo, and full-sized leather sheath. The factory has completed the final touches and tuning; these axes are razor sharp with a mirror polished edge. Agdor axes are better for heavier tasks in general. One of Hults Bruk’s oldest lines, Agdor represents a ..read more

Both Hults Bruk axe lines are hand-forged in Sweden and crafted using high-quality materials. The distinction between the two lines is in the details. Quick Comparison Premium axes are crafted for mobility and precision. Generally, Premium axes are small to medium in size, with a controllable head, featuring a thinned handle stamped with the HB logo, and full-sized leather sheath. The factory has completed the final touches and tuning; these axes are razor sharp with a mirror polished edge. Agdor axes are better for heavier tasks in general. One of Hults Bruk’s oldest lines, Agdor represents a ..read more

Take Home a Set of Axes and Give One as a Gift! This winter share the Hults Bruk tradition.Think back to your first axe. Perhaps a family member gave it to you on a camping, hunting, or fishing trip. With the axe came the knowledge and techniques for using tools for recreation and survival. For someone who enjoys the outdoors, a hand-forged Swedish axe is a timeless and practical gift. Enter to win a set of Hults Bruk axes for yourself and a friend below. [contact-form-7] The post appeared first on Blog - Hults Bruk ..read more

How to Replace an Axe Handle Part 2: Installation Now that we have laid out how to select the right axe handle, it’s time to move on to the installation. In the second part of this series on how to replace an axe handle, I will describe how I personally install a new handle. Before we start, there are a few very important things that need to be said. First, there are many ways to hang an axe; the steps I take and the way I do things are going to be different than others. No matter what, there will be people who critique your work along the way. Do not let that discourage you, as you can’t ..read more

Part 1: Axe Handle Selection Replacing an axe handle (a.k.a. haft, helve) can be very frustrating for axe users and enthusiasts. However, it is a skill that can really come in handy! When you think about it, an axe is a hunk of steel driven onto a wooden stick. Wood is a natural material, and even seemingly “perfect” handles may be flawed in some way or another. I say this not to discourage, but to remind users that sometimes handles will not hold up. Whether due to general use, lack of care, or even accidents such as overstrikes, at some point you will have to get a new haft for your axe! In ..read more

How to Sharpen an Axe “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” -Abraham Lincoln If you have ever used an axe, then it’s safe to assume that you have sharpened one as well. A sharp axe is a safe axe, and let’s face it; even the best steel will become dull over time. An axe’s edge will need maintenance to remain sharp through the years, so it’s good to know some basic sharpening techniques to keep your tool in good service. Like anything else, there are multiple ways to sharpen an axe. The way that I do it is a tried and true system for me, but ..read more

Agdor Axes by Hults Bruk Enter to Win Hults Bruk’s legendary Agdor axes are coming to the United States this July! In celebration, we’re giving away a set of two Agdor axes. Which two Agdor axes make the perfect set? Tell us below and enter to win those axes! [contact-form-7] One lucky winner will be selected at random to receive two Agdor axes of their choice. Giveaway ends Friday, July 30th, 2021. One winner will be chosen at random and announced via email and on social media by Monday, Aug. 2nd, 2021. Click here for Regulations. Open to residents of the US and Canada. History ..read more