These are premium quality axes, hand-forged at Gränsfors Bruks, a family owned forge in a small town in Sweden. As a matter of pride, when the smith is finished and satisfied with his work he marks the head with his initials beside the companys crown label. Each axe is sharp and ready to cut, has a hickory handle and leather sheath. Small Forest Axe has a handle long enough to allow powerful chopping but short enough to fit in a rucksack for your next camping trip.