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Pjältån Hatchet

2

Weight (lbs)

1.3

Head Weight (lbs)

15"

Length with Handle

Part number: 841108

The smallest axe in Hults Bruk's Yankee-pattern collection, the Pjältån is designed for the quiet work that surrounds life outdoors. Whether preparing kindling for a morning fire, carving around camp, or handling everyday tasks at the cabin or woodpile, it offers a dependable blend of portability, control, and practical performance. Its 1.3 lb. head paired with a 15-inch American hickory handle provides the weight needed for light chopping while remaining comfortable to use with one hand and easy to carry wherever the trail leads. Stable, reliable, and approachable for users of all experience levels, the Pjältån is a natural companion for camp life and outdoor adventures. The refined Yankee-pattern head features a higher grind that improves edge durability and helps the blade release cleanly from the wood, enhancing performance during repeated chopping, kindling preparation, and general camp tasks. Hand-forged at Hults Bruk from proprietary Swedish steel, the Pjältån is hand-sharpened and finished forge-black, bringing traditional craftsmanship to life's smaller but no less important outdoor chores.

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Product Overview

The Story Behind the Name: Pjältån is a small but enduring stream that carries the waters of Lake Ågelsjön through Hultån at Hults Bruk on their journey toward Bråviken and the Baltic Sea. Flowing through the landscape that has shaped generations of craftsmen, the stream has long been part of the region's natural heritage. The Pjältån Hatchet honors this connection between land, water, and craftsmanship - a tribute to the steady flow of tradition that continues to inspire our work today.

  • Historic Craftsmanship: Axe head hand-forged at Hults Bruk, a forge in operation since 1697
  • Premium Steel: Made from high-quality Swedish axe steel, expertly tempered to hold a sharp edge even after repeated sharpening
  • Refined Finish: Hand-sharpened 1.3 lb. head with a forge-black finish and razor-sharp edge, delivering exceptional cutting performance and lasting durability
  • Quality Handle: 15” curved American hickory handle, sanded, treated with linseed oil, and engraved with the Hults Bruk logo
  • Complete Kit: Each axe comes with a vegetable tanned full-grain leather sheath and detailed user manual

Product Highlight

Hults Bruk axe heads are forged from customized high-quality steel, with an alloy specifically engineered for this purpose, providing exceptional strength and performance. The steel is produced completely CO₂-neutral and is fully recyclable. Each head is hand-forged using the open-die free forging method. The axe head is then hardened and tempered for long-lasting durability. With a hardness of approximately 54–56 HRC on the Rockwell scale, these axe heads offer superior sharpness and edge retention. The cutting edge is hand-ground and polished to ensure precision and reliability with every swing. As one of the final steps in the forging press, each axe head is proudly stamped with the traditional Hults Bruk mark - a symbol of quality and craftsmanship.

Disclaimer: As each Hults Bruk axe is hand forged, minor variations in weight, dimensions, and finish may occur.

Weight (lbs)
2
Head Weight (lbs)
1.3
Handle Length
15"

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