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Choosing the right ax will save you time and effort

Whether you’re at deer camp cutting firewood or you’re dropping timber for a new shelter or cabin, you don’t want … Continued

Tips for keeping everyone's favorite tool in top shape

Illustration by Pete Sucheski When sharpening an ax, the most important rule is to hone without heating. Abrasive belts do … Continued

Illustration by Pete Sucheski To split firewood, any ax head will do, but one with a steep bit taper will … Continued

Photo by Adam Levey 1. Pulaski Among the most recognizable axes is the pulaski, with a grubbing tool opposite the … Continued

Photo by Adam Levey; Pictured: Council Tools Velvicut Bad Axe Boys Axe Head: Ax heads are made of either low- … Continued

We've rounded up the latest and greatest of these versatile tools. So go ahead, chop to it.

Illustration by Pete Sucheski Grip the handle well to the rear, thumb extended alongside. Point the ‘hawk at the target, … Continued

Axes and hatchets are among man's oldest and most versatile tools. From splitting firewood to breaking down an elk, there isn't much these venerable icons of the outdoors can't do.