Traditional Line

Handmade in Germany
The Wölfling is Helko Werk's smallest hatchet. This compact, ultralight hatchet is designed to be packable, convenient to carry, and versatile in use. This small one handed hatchet works well for kindling, carving, and fine cutting work. While small and light, it is comfortable to choke your hand up on the neck of the handle for fine maneuvering of the cutting blade.

Specifications
- ​Head Weight: ¾ lb. 
- Total Weight:    1 lb.     
- Bit Length:      3 in.
- Handle Length:  10 ½ in.

Head
- Hand forged using a drop hammer on open dies
- Premium grade C50 high carbon steel
- ​53-56 HRC (Rockwell Hardness)

Handle
- Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory
- Individually selected for grain orientation and density
- Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded
- Hung with hardwood wedge and steel ring wedge​

​​​What's Included​
- 1 oz. bottle of Axe-Guard protective oil
- Vegetable tanned Leather Sheath

See Optional Care & Maintenance or Accessory upgrades

Handmade in Germany
The Rheinland pattern - a traditional German wide-bit blade - is exceptionally well suited for cutting work.  Handmade in Wuppertal, Germany, these hatchets are named after the region’s famous Rhein River Valley.  The Rhein was a historically significant source of trade and growth for settlements in the region throughout the medieval period, and cutting axes like these were a daily necessity for people carving out towns and villages in heavily forested regions along the river. These hatchets perform well at limbing branches, making kindling, carving, and other light and fine cutting work.

Specifications
- ​Head Weight:     1 ¼ lbs. 
- Total Weight:   1 ¾ lbs. 
- Bit Length:     4 in.
- Handle Length:  14 in.

Head
- Hand forged using a drop hammer on open dies
- Premium grade C50 high carbon steel
- ​53-56 HRC (Rockwell Hardness)

Handle
- Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory
- Individually selected for grain orientation and density
- Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded
- Hung with hardwood wedge and steel ring wedge​

​​​What's Included​
- 1 oz. bottle of Axe-Guard protective oil
- Vegetable tanned Leather Sheath

See Optional Care & Maintenance or Accessory upgrades

Handmade in Germany
The Rheinland pattern - a traditional German wide-bit blade - is exceptionally well suited for cutting work.  Handmade in Wuppertal, Germany, these axes are named after the region’s famous Rhein River Valley.  The Rhein was a historically significant source of trade and growth for settlements in the region throughout the medieval period, and cutting axes like these were a daily necessity for people carving out towns and villages in heavily forested regions along the river.  

The Rheinland Pack Axe is lightweight, compact, and easy to carry while trekking through the wilderness.  Comfortable to use one or two handed, this pack axe will excel at making kindling, limbing branches, building your shelter, and other light splitting and cutting work.  

Specifications
- Head Weight:  1 ½ lbs.
- Total Weight:   2 ¼ lbs​.
- Bit Length:     4 ⅛ in.
- ​Handle Length: 20 in.

Head
- Hand forged using a drop hammer on open dies
- Premium grade C50 high carbon steel
- ​53-56 HRC (Rockwell Hardness)

Handle
- Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory
- Individually selected for grain orientation and density
- Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded
- Hung with hardwood wedge and steel ring wedge​

​​​What's Included​
- 1 oz. bottle of Axe-Guard protective oil
- Vegetable tanned Leather Sheath

See Optional Care & Maintenance or Accessory upgrades

Handmade in Germany
The Black Forest Woodworker is Helko’s flagship piece. This axe is the quintessential tool for the experienced woodsman, with a compact size that makes it a versatile packing tool and lightweight work axe. Features Helko's famous Rheinland pattern axe head, named for the country's Rhein River Valley, where cutting axes like these have been in use for centuries. The Black Forest Woodworker performs exceptionally well as a cutting tool for felling small trees, limbing branches, and clearing saplings. It is also suited for light duty splitting work, such as making kindling and small firewood.

Specifications
- ​Head Weight:   2 ¼ lbs. 
- Total Weight:   3 ½ lbs.
- Bit Length:     4 ½ in.​
- Handle Length:  24 in.

Head
- Hand forged using a drop hammer on open dies
- Premium grade C50 high carbon steel
- ​53-56 HRC (Rockwell Hardness)

Handle
- Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory
- Individually selected for grain orientation and density
- Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded
- Hung with hardwood wedge and steel ring wedge​

​​​What's Included​
- 1 oz. bottle of Axe-Guard protective oil
- Vegetable tanned Leather Sheath

See Optional Care & Maintenance or Accessory upgrades

Handmade in Germany
The Hessen Woodworker is a midsize, traditional German cutting axe, light enough for any user to handle comfortably.  The 2 ¾ lb Rheinland pattern axe head has a sharp, slim, wide-bit blade that will outperform most American pattern felling axes at cutting work. The pattern is named after Germany's famous Rhein River Valley, a heavily forested region where cutting axes like these have been in use for centuries.  This axe is suited for felling small and medium sized trees, and can also be used for splitting smaller firewood. Slightly too big to carry along on weight-conscious backpacking trips, the Hessen is better suited as a base camp axe, or for longer excursions where it can be stowed in a canoe, raft, or vehicle. 

Specifications
- Head Weight:  2 ¾ lbs.
- Total Weight:   4 lbs.
- Bit Length:     5 ⅛​ in​.
- Handle Length: 28 in.

Head
- Hand forged using a drop hammer on open dies
- Premium grade C50 high carbon steel
- ​53-56 HRC (Rockwell Hardness)

Handle
- Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory
- Individually selected for grain orientation and density
- Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded
- Hung with hardwood wedge and steel ring wedge​

​​​What's Included​
- 1 oz. bottle of Axe-Guard protective oil
- Vegetable tanned Leather Sheath

See Optional Care & Maintenance or Accessory upgrades

Handmade in Germany
The Bavarian Woodworker is a full-size traditional German cutting axe, with the heft and power required for heavy felling work.  The 3 ½ lb. Rheinland pattern axe head has a sharp, slim, wide-bit blade that will outperform most American pattern felling axes at cutting work.  The pattern is named after Germany's famous Rhein River Valley, a heavily forested region where cutting axes like these have been in use for centuries. This axe is well suited for felling large trees, and can also be used for splitting medium firewood.  Perfect for the farm, home, or cabin.  

Specifications
- ​Head Weight:     3 ½ lbs. 
- Total Weight:   5 ½ lbs.     
- Bit Length:     5 ½ in​.
​- Handle Length:  31 in.

Head
- Hand forged using a drop hammer on open dies
- Premium grade C50 high carbon steel
- ​53-56 HRC (Rockwell Hardness)

Handle
- Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory
- Individually selected for grain orientation and density
- Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded
- Hung with hardwood wedge and steel ring wedge​

​​​What's Included​
- 1 oz. bottle of Axe-Guard protective oil
- Vegetable tanned Leather Sheath

See Optional Care & Maintenance or Accessory upgrades

Handmade in Germany
This miniaturized version of the Spaltaxt delivers surprising power. It is a compact German style splitting axe designed primarily for lighter splitting work. The dual wedge head delivers highly effective strikes that increase splitting efficiency and prevent the head from becoming stuck or pinched in logs. The 2 ½ pound head and short 20 inch handle are perfect for camping, splitting small firewood, and stocking wood stoves. This axe is perfect for campfires and occasional fireplace duty in the living room.  

Specifications
- ​​Head Weight:   2 ½ lbs.
- Total Weight:   3 lbs.
- Bit Length:     3 ¼ in.
- Handle Length:  20 in​.

Head
- Hand forged using a drop hammer on open dies
- Premium grade C50 high carbon steel
- ​53-56 HRC (Rockwell Hardness)

Handle
- Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory
- Individually selected for grain orientation and density
- Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded
- Hung with hardwood wedge and steel ring wedge​

​​​What's Included​
- 1 oz. bottle of Axe-Guard protective oil
- Vegetable tanned Leather Sheath

See Optional Care & Maintenance or Accessory upgrades

Handmade in Germany
The Spaltaxt is a German-style splitter suited for splitting rounds and heavy firewood. The dual wedge head design delivers powerful, effective strikes that increase splitting efficiency and prevent the head from becoming stuck or pinched in logs. The Spaltaxt’s mid-weight 4 ½ pound head and comfortable 28 inch handle keep the wielder fresh during long sessions. This axe handily outperforms others in its class, and stands up well against much heavier tools. For the seasonal splitter looking to heat their homestead through winter, the Spaltaxt is a faultless choice.  

Specifications
- ​​Head Weight:     4 ½ lbs. 
- Total Weight:   5 ¾ lbs.  
- Bit Length:     3 ⅛ in.
- Handle Length:  28 in​.

Head
- Hand forged using a drop hammer on open dies
- Premium grade C50 high carbon steel
- ​53-56 HRC (Rockwell Hardness)

Handle
- Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory
- Individually selected for grain orientation and density
- Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded
- Hung with hardwood wedge and steel ring wedge​

​​​What's Included​
- 1 oz. bottle of Axe-Guard protective oil
- Vegetable tanned Leather Sheath

See Optional Care & Maintenance or Accessory upgrades

Handmade in Germany
The Saxon Splitter is a heavy duty splitting axe, best reserved for large rounds and difficult logs. The Helko designed head delivers powerful strikes without getting stuck or pinched up in the wood. The Saxon has the splitting power of a maul, but has the balance, feel, and control of an axe.  The small turnaround hook on the heel (bottom edge of the blade) can be used for log moving.  

Specifications
- ​Head Weight:   6 ¼ lbs. 
- Total Weight:   8 ½ lbs.     
- Bit Length:     3 ⅞ in.
- Handle Length:  31 in.

Head
- Hand forged using a drop hammer on open dies
- Premium grade C50 high carbon steel
- ​53-56 HRC (Rockwell Hardness)

Handle
- Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory
- Individually selected for grain orientation and density
|- Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded
- Hung with hardwood wedge and steel ring wedge​

​​​What's Included​
- 1 oz. bottle of Axe-Guard protective oil
- Vegetable tanned Leather Sheath

See Optional Care & Maintenance or Accessory upgrades

Handmade in Germany
The American inspired Hinterland Double Bit is a capable, highly effective felling tool, suited for large timber. If inclined, the user is able to profile each blade differently and may use, for instance, one edge for splitting and the other for cutting.  Traditionally, one bit was used for heavy work that was prone to dull the blade, while the other was kept with a finely honed edge.  ​When the logging industry was still reliant on axes for felling trees, one side of the double bit was commonly used to chop undercuts for large timber, while the other was held in reserve for fine cutting.  

Specifications
- ​Head Weight:     3 ½ lbs. 
- Total Weight:   4 ¾​ lbs.     
- Bit Length:     4 ½​ in​.
- Handle Length:  30 in.
​
Head
- Hand forged using a drop hammer on open dies
- Premium grade C50 high carbon steel
- ​53-56 HRC (Rockwell Hardness)

Handle
- Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory
- Individually selected for grain orientation and density
- Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded
- Hung with hardwood wedge and steel ring wedge​

​​​What's Included​
- 1 oz. bottle of Axe-Guard protective oil
- Vegetable tanned Leather Sheath

See Optional Care & Maintenance or Accessory upgrades

The Traditional Collection includes the entire 10 Traditional axe lineup. Each axe includes a Leather Sheath. The set will include a bottle of Axe Guard Head Oil.

What's Included
11325 - Wölfling Hatchet
11326 - Rheinland Hatchet
11327 - Rheinland Pack Axe
13562 - Black Forest Woodworker
13563 - Hessen Woodworker
13566 - Bavarian Woodworker
13511 - Mini Spalter
13582 - Spaltaxt
13588 - Saxon
13575 - Hinterland

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The Traditional Collection features 5 iconic axes from the line at an attractive discount. Each axe includes a Leather Sheath.

What's Included
11326 - Rheinland Hatchet
11327 - Rheinland Pack Axe
13562 - Black Forest Woodworker
13563 - Hessen Woodworker
13566 - Bavarian Woodworker

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The Traditional Collection features our three splitters from the line at an attractive discount. Each axe includes a Leather Sheath.

What's Included
13511 - Mini Spalter
13582 - Spaltaxt
13588 - Saxon

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Discounted sets of Rheinland Hatchets in quantities of 4, 6, 8, and 10.

Each hatchet will include a Leather Sheaths and bottle of Axe Guard Head Oil.

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We are offering sets of Wölfling Hatchets in quantities of 4, 6, 8, and 10 at significant discounts.

Each hatchet will include a Leather Sheaths and bottle of Axe Guard Head Oil. Add Hatchet Collars as an add on option below.