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Hultafors Arvika 5 Star Axe

When sheer power and competitive speed are non-negotiable, you need the Hultafors Arvika 5 Star Axe UK. This is a formidable, large felling axe engineered for serious chopping tasks. Inspired by the intensity of the Australian Racing Pattern, the Arvika delivers maximum force and velocity, making it the definitive choice for professionals and competition.

Experience the competitive advantage with the Arvika:

• Maximum Felling Force: The long, curved 80 cm American Hickory handle is designed to maximise your swing speed and force, ensuring efficient tree felling.

• Race-Inspired Design: Features a heavy, polished head with a convex grind, directly inspired by the highly efficient Australian Racing Pattern Axe design.

• Extreme Durability: The Swedish Carbon Steel head is meticulously hand-forged and struck over 60 times to dramatically increase its density and lifespan, perfect for a competition felling axe.

• Unwavering Quality: Hand-forged heritage from the Hults Bruk forge, where the tradition of superior heavy chopping axe manufacturing dates back to 1697.

• Ready for Fine Tuning: While sharp, the edge is prepared for the competitor or expert to apply their own final fine sharpening for bespoke performance.

Q: Is the Hultafors Arvika 5 Star Axe suitable for beginners?

A: No, due to its heavy 2.0kg head and long handle, the Hultafors Arvika 5 Star Axe is primarily designed for experienced users, professional fellers, and competitive choppers who require maximum power.

Q: What makes the Arvika head special?

A: The head's design is based on the highly effective Australian Racing pattern axe, featuring a polished finish and a specific convex grind optimised for fast, deep cuts in felling timber.

Q: Does the axe come ready to use?

A: The axe is hand-forged and sharp, but Hultafors recommends the user applies a final fine sharpening to the edge before use, allowing for custom edge geometry.