1844 Helko Werk Germany Vario Splitting Axe – German Made Midsize Splitting Axe for Splitting Wood and Splitting firewood – Head 4.5 lbs, Handle 30 in. (Vario Splitting Axe) #10059

Price: $190.00
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Helko Werk is widely recognized as a producer of premium world-class handmade axes. It is one of the oldest axe manufacturers still operating in Europe. The story of Helko Werk began in the village of Cronenberg, Germany, now part of the city of Wuppertal. It was there, in 1844, that August Helsper founded the August Helsper Werkzeugfabrik (the Helsper Tool Factory) and began producing axes for the region.

The Helsper Tool Factory increased its export of axes beyond the borders of Europe during the early twentieth century, and by the 1930s was regularly shipping axes to countries in Africa, Asia, and South America. It was also around this time that the Helsper family formed a partnership with the Kotthaus family, setting the stage for exponential growth and giving the company its current name: Helko (an amalgam of Helsper and Kotthaus).

Today, Helko Werk is widely recognized as producers of finest world-class handmade axes ever forged. As one of the oldest axe manufacturers still operating in Europe, we continuously strive to deliver uncompromising quality and sustainability.

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Handmade in Germany: The Vario Splitting Axe is surprisingly powerful for its size, thanks to a dual wedge head design that improves splitting power and efficiency while preventing the head from getting stuck or pinched in logs. The powerful splitting head and comfortable 30 inch handle keep the wielder fresh during long splitting sessions. This axe will handily outperform others in its class.
Patented Interchangeable Head Design: with C50 High Carbon Steel – 53-56 HRC – The Vario 2000 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.
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
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
Dimensions Head Weight: 3 ¼ lbs, Total Weight: 5 ¾ lbs, Bit Length: ​3 in​., Handle Length: 30 in.