Special featuresThe X18 universal axe is ideal for chopping kindling and for general garden maintenance and carpentry.Newly improved blade design with a thin, wide blade edge ensures clean, smooth cuts in fresh, resinous wood such as spruce and pine.Patented blade grinding provides a sharper edge for superior contact and cleaner cuts.Double-hardened, forged steel blade stays sharp longer.Friction-reducing blade coating glides through wood and protects against rust.Safest, non-removable axe head and handle connection.Ultralight and durable FiberComp™ handle construction is virtually unbreakable and offers superior protection against overstrike.Perfect weight balance for increased power on impact.Oversized SoftGrip™ grip zone with strategic texture for more comfort and control.Ergonomically curved handle provides a neutral, comfortable wrist position during use.Textured SoftGrip™ ensures a comfortable, firm grip.Included protective sheath helps protect blade and user.Designed in Billnäs, Finland, building on over three and a half centuries of the world's finest forged tools.Length: 445 mm (17.5 in)