Small hand-forged carving axe with ash wood handle and leather sheath
Small hand-forged carving axe with ash wood handle and leather sheath
Small hand-forged carving axe with ash wood handle and leather sheath
Small hand-forged carving axe with ash wood handle and leather sheath
Small hand-forged carving axe with ash wood handle and leather sheath
Small hand-forged carving axe with ash wood handle and leather sheath
Small hand-forged carving axe with ash wood handle and leather sheath
Small hand-forged carving axe with ash wood handle and leather sheath
Small hand-forged carving axe with ash wood handle and leather sheath
Small hand-forged carving axe with ash wood handle and leather sheath
Small hand-forged carving axe with ash wood handle and leather sheath
Small hand-forged carving axe with ash wood handle and leather sheath

Vendor:Sharky Forged Steel Tools

Small Carving Axe, 0.54 kg (1.19 lbs) by Sharky Forged Steel Tools

$145.00

Hand-forged from high-carbon 52100 steel, this small carving axe features a 32.5 cm hand-carved ash wood handle coated with natural linseed oil. Ready to use upon delivery, it is designed for woodworking tasks including chopping, carving, splitting, and shaping wood. A leather sheath is included for safe storage.

  • Versatile for multiple woodworking tasks
  • Ergonomic ash wood handle for comfort
  • Hand-forged blade with strong edge retention
  • Includes leather sheath for safe storage
  • Suitable for both right- and left-handed users

Compact and versatile woodworking axe

Find precision and comfort in a hand-forged small carving axe

Exact details and fit

Axe specifications and features

Brand
Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Category
Axe
Material
Blade made from 52100 carbon steel. Handle carved from durable ash wood coated with natural linseed oil.
Dimensions
Compact size with a 32.5 cm handle and 0.54 kg weight for comfortable control during extended use.
Type
Axe
Design
Axe
Materials
Blade: 52100 carbon steel, heat treated for edge retention
Handle
Hand-carved ash wood, polished and coated with natural linseed oil

What arrives

One Small Carving Axe, 0.54 kg (1.19 lbs) by Sharky Forged Steel Tools in the selected option unless the product details list a set or kit.

Size and handling

Compact size with ergonomic grip

Use for chopping, carving, splitting wood, and shaping detailed wooden objects. Suitable for both right- and left-handed users.

Comfortable control for extended use

Best with the material, sharpening method, storage, and safety setup described for this tool. Do not substitute for unrelated cutting or prying tasks.

Always follow the manufacturer's instructions and safety guidance.

Shipping and returns

Reliable service and support

Shipping details

Shipping rates and delivery estimates are shown at checkout. Most partner-brand orders ship in 1-5 business days when inventory is available, but timing can vary by supplier, destination, item type, and carrier. Multi-brand orders may arrive in separate packages.

Return policy

Return requests are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Damaged, defective, incorrect, or missing items are fully supported; contact Resin Society first and we will coordinate directly with the brand. Change-of-mind returns are reviewed according to the supplier's return policy and item condition.
Small hand-forged carving axe with ash wood handle and leather sheath

Quiet strength, held in the hand

A compact carving axe that feels steady on the wrist and certain in its bite—steel meeting grain, handle warm with work.

At the stump

Shaping time, one cut at a time

Forged for focus

Big tools tire the hand long before the project is done. The Small Carving Axe by Sharky Forged Steel Tools carries balanced weight—0.54 kg—with a palm-filling ash handle that settles in without fuss. Its sharpened 52100 steel edge arrives ready to meet both hard and soft woods for roughing, flattening, and detail work. The included leather sheath makes setting it down between passes feel considered, not careless.

Work you can feel

Good tools invite longer afternoons at the bench and cleaner lines in the piece. This axe’s short 32.5 cm handle and 11 cm blade keep movements close and controlled, from splitting kindling to shaping a spoon blank. Right- or left-handed, the swing stays natural. What you picture becomes the form in the wood.

For the hands that make

Woodworkers and carvers who want a compact, ready-to-use axe with a comfortable ash handle and a safe leather sheath.

In daily practice

Keep it by the stump for rough cuts, flattening facets, and quick kindling splits before moving to knives or planes.
  • Hand-tool work
  • Woodworking
  • Carving and shaping
  • Shop setup
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Maker spotlight

Sharky Forged Steel Tools

Sharky Forged Steel Tools is a hands-on maker dedicated to empowering woodworkers and carving enthusiasts with top-tier hand tools. Based in Hollywood, FL, the brand focuses on supplying carving knives, chisels, gouges, axes, leather tools and other tactile implements for woodshop and craft work. Sharky emphasizes durability, functionality, and beauty—tools built for shaping, carving, trimming, and building rather than disposable workshop accessories. Whether you’re a seasoned craftsman or beginning your carving journey, these real steel tools are curated to deliver precision and control on every project. Buyers should care because these are purpose-made implements for makers who demand reliable performance and honest tools that stand up to real use.
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Helpful answers

Frequently asked questions

What are the dimensions and weight?
Blade length 11 cm, head length 12 cm, handle length 32.5 cm, and total weight 0.54 kg (1.19 lbs).
What materials are used?
The head is 52100 carbon steel, heat treated for edge retention; the handle is hand-carved ash wood coated with natural linseed oil; a leather sheath is included.
Does it arrive sharp and ready to use?
Yes, it is sharpened and ready to use on delivery.
Can it be used by left- or right-handed carvers?
Yes, it suits both right- and left-handed users.
What kinds of tasks does it handle well?
Chopping, carving, splitting kindling, creating flat surfaces, detailed carving, and crafting traditional wooden tools.