The Wolverine axe resting on a snowy log
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The Wolverine

Designed to punch above its weight class (like the namesake), the Wolverine axe is lightweight, yet incredibly effective. All of the key features of the full sized axe are incorporated into a smaller axe with a manageable pack weight. Perfect for backcountry trips, hunting, backpacking, camping, etc.

In actionFeathering a fire stick with the Wolverine.
Every detail

Built to be used hard.

Specs
  • 1.5 lb head
  • 20" hickory handle
  • Ideal weight-to-length ratio: light and adaptable
  • Bearded bit to distribute the weight
  • High-quality 4140 steel head
  • Tapered eye with a taper-locked (wedgeless) hickory handle, handmade by Amish craftsmen
  • Evenki-style chisel grind: right-handed, left-handed or center
  • Thin, deep chopping bit with a long cutting edge
  • Optimized cutting-edge-to-handle angle
  • Concave poll for driving wooden wedges
  • Water buffalo hide sheath by Old Country Leather, signed by Jordan
  • Optional custom laser engraving
Lighter · packable
≈ $333 USD · $475 CADBuy the Wolverine ↗

Made and shipped by Broad River Forge, which charges in Canadian dollars at checkout. USD prices are approximate.

From axe owners

What they say.

"This axe handles absolutely everything that I've put it through in the woods. Perfect for a lifelong, hardened outdoorsman!"

Matt EldredAxe owner

"Amazing design on your part and Brad truly knows his forging. I did collegiate timbersports in university and got to swing some really impressive racing axes. This is equivalent quality and performance in a wilderness axe!"