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title: "1844 Helko Werk Germany Vario Heavy Universal Axe - German Made Heavy Duty Large Felling and Cutting Axe - Head 5.5 lbs, Handle 36 in. (Heavy Universal) #10055"
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# 36-inch ergonomic hickory handle for power & balance Patented bolt-on interchangeable head system 5.5 lbs heavy head for max impact 1844 Helko Werk Germany Vario Heavy Universal Axe - German Made Heavy Duty Large Felling and Cutting Axe - Head 5.5 lbs, Handle 36 in. (Heavy Universal) #10055

**Brand:** 1844 helko werk germany
**Price:** € 445.27
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## Summary

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- **What is this?** 1844 Helko Werk Germany Vario Heavy Universal Axe - German Made Heavy Duty Large Felling and Cutting Axe - Head 5.5 lbs, Handle 36 in. (Heavy Universal) #10055 by 1844 helko werk germany
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## Why This Product

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## Key Features

- • **Ergonomic Hickory Handle:** 36-inch curved handle crafted from Grade A American Hickory minimizes fatigue and maximizes control.
- • **Unmatched Striking Power:** 5.5 lbs head delivers beast-mode chopping and felling with every swing.
- • **Premium German Engineering:** Crafted in Germany with C50 high carbon steel (53-56 HRC) for durability that outlasts the competition.
- • **Complete Protection & Care Kit:** Includes a full-grain leather sheath and 1 oz. Axe Guard oil to keep your axe sharp and ready.
- • **Versatile Interchangeable Design:** Patented German bolt-on system lets you swap heads and handles effortlessly for ultimate adaptability.

## Overview

The 1844 Helko Werk Germany Vario Heavy Universal Axe is a premium, heavy-duty felling and splitting tool featuring a 5.5 lb high-carbon steel head and a 36-inch Grade A American Hickory handle. Its patented bolt-on interchangeable head system offers unmatched versatility, while ergonomic design ensures balance and reduces fatigue. Complete with a premium leather sheath and protective oil, this German-engineered axe is built to tackle the toughest wood with ease and precision.

## Description

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Review: The BEST maul style axe around. - I have many mauls, splitting axes, chopping axes and felling axes. I got them all. As far as a splitting axe / maul, this is the BEST of them all. Friskars Gransfors Bruk Eastwing Husqvarna These are the BEST axe manufacturer. I have this one to pop the monsters in half and quarters then use their splitting axe to make firewood. This is a little heavy for using to make firewood. But it’s a true beast. It splits everything. 36” handle gives some serious momentum with a poorer full swing. I’ve busted and popped fresh maple. Stringy nasty wood is no match. It even surprises me with heavy knotty wood. I still need to use wedges for some of the knotty wood, but this has limited the amount of times I need to. It’s a true bruiser. I bought a 2nd one just because I NEVER want to be without it. I split 5-6 cords a year by hand. This has saved me so much energy it’s well worth the money. I had a friskars as my main maul. You get what you pay for. The Friskars usually sticks in the wood but doesn’t split or pop big logs like this does. It usually stuck in then I hit it with a sledge to use instead of a wedge. It was a lot of energy spent and much more work. This thing puts the friskars to shame. With a powerful swing, even the toughest and largest woods will pop. The only problems I have had is very fresh knotty maple. The only thing splitting that stuff is a hydraulic log splitter. 8’ to 12” dia logs are no problem to bust in half with one swing. You can pop them and not split through if you control your swing. Then flip- over and rotate 90 set and swing away. You just made 4 perfect fire logs and look like Paul Bunion! Take 20-40” rounds and bust them into 4-6 pieces with this beast, then use their splitting axe to make the firewood to throw in your racks. . I can’t say enough about this monster. I highly recommend it. It is not made to make firewood logs. You can use it for that but it’s heavy. Their splitting axe is better to use after you bust the big logs up with this. This is more of a maul. But no hitting the back with a sledge. You aren’t supposed to do that with this axe. It’s not made for that and not needed. A+++++++++++ rating. I’ve heard the customer support is great also, but have never had to use them.
Review: WOW!! - When I first received this axe, I was disappointed in the handle, as it was slightly bowed and had a horizontal grain orientation. I called the company and received a level of customer service that is unfortunately very rare these days. The gentleman listened to why I was dissatisfied, apologized and calmly, non defensively explained how the handles are selected and tested for quality. He also explained how to properly use the axe, as it is not a maul or a typical splitting axe. He also reminded me of why it is important not to get tunnel vision with grain ordination on these tools. It can certainly play a roll in the handle quality, but is by no means the most important aspect of the wood to pay attention to. He promptly sent me out a new handle, which is perfect, and happens to have the most vertical grain orientation I've ever seen in an axe ;) AND, they said I can keep the other handle to use as a spare should I ever need it. Now on to the how the axe performs. WOW! I have been splitting firewood every year for the past 35 years. This is hands down the best splitter I have ever used. I am splitting green and dry oak, cherry, maple and black locust. The splitting quality's I look for are balance, amount of energy used to lift and swing coupled with effectiveness in splitting. For me, the weight of the head, in conjunction with handle geometry and length, make an axe that is easy to lift over and over and over, while using very little effort on the down swing to split wood. When there is a big knot, effort is required on the down swing, but it splits where others fail and a sledge hammer with wedge is required. I will most certainly be recommending this splitting axe to my friends. Oh, and the sheath, outstanding quality.

## Features

- Made in Germany - A larger, more powerful version of the Vario Universal Axe, with a longer handle and a heavy 5-1/2 lb. head. This universal axe is capable of delivering incredible striking power. This axe is designed to handle heavy, difficult felling jobs. The curved, ergonomic handle creates excellent balance and minimizes fatigue. The Universal blade design will perform well as a cutting axe, but also makes an exceptional splitting axe for splitting firewood, rounds, and logs.
- Patented Interchangeable Head Design: with C50 High Carbon Steel - 53-56 HRC - The Vario uses Helko Werk's patented axe design - a German engineered bolt-on fastening system that introduces incredible versatility and efficiency across the Vario product line. All Vario heads, handles, and fastening components are fully interchangeable and inter-compatible. The heads are assembled with bolts which are driven through the handle and secured by a butt-plate retainer cap.
- Grade A American Hickory: Matte Lacquer Finish, 150 Grit Sanded Lightly lacquered with black-dipped grip, individually selected for grain orientation and density, and sustainably sourced grade A American hickory
- Includes Full Grain Leather Sheath - 1 Oz. Bottle of Axe Guard Protective Oil All Helko Werk Axes include a vegetable-tanned premium leather axe sheath to protect the blade of your axes and hatchets
- Dimensions - Head Weight: 5½ lbs, Total Weight: 7½ lbs, Handle Length: 36 in.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0794Q3GSQ |
| Best Sellers Rank | #52,309 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #50 in Camping Axes & Hatchets |
| Blade Material | Carbon Steel |
| Brand | 1844 Helko Werk Germany |
| Color | black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (361) |
| Handle Material | Hickory Wood |
| Head Type | Hatchet |
| Head Weight | 5.5 Pounds |
| Included Components | Sheath |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 7.5 pounds |
| Item model number | HNA10055 |
| Manufacturer | 1844 Helko Werk Germany |
| Product Dimensions | 36"L x 8"W |
| Style | Hatchet |
| UPC | 689211366138 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** 1844 Helko Werk Germany
- **Color:** black
- **Handle Material:** Hickory Wood
- **Head Type:** Hatchet
- **Product Dimensions:** 36"L x 8"W

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I am looking for a new felling/general use axe. stuck between this or the Black Forest, any input?**
A: This style ax is the perfect axe for a general all around use..small felling jobs are a breeze a great splitter for small jobs and is good for limbing..I bought this axe to pack in the bush..I own Husqvarna and Gransfor Bruks Scandinavian forest axe I consider them more a limbing axes and there head weight is designed for light duty work. The Helko Pioneer head weight and bit design and handle length makes it the perfect general purpose axe for medium duty jobs. I really like this axe a lot.....5 stars.

**Q: Is the handle coated with boiled linseed oil?**
A: I believe my handle is lightly lacquered. I put a little bit of Ballistol on mine and keep the head and other metal parts coated with Ballistol between uses.

**Q: does the pioneer have an oval eye or is square on the back end**
A: It is oval, like most common American pattern felling axes.

**Q: Just how DO you unstuck it? I'm splitting 3-ft diam green red cedar, just felled last week. Always stuck!**
A: I honestly think this is one of the easiest axes to come free if it doesn't split first whack... In which case I give a firm jerk on the black section of the handle and it usually pops up due to the wide wedge shape...
  I have two other friskars, and multiple mahls, and old axes, most of which get so stuck you have to lay the wood over and pry upwards, this is by far my best splitting axe, other than the fact the wood handle has started splitting just after 1 seasons use.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The BEST maul style axe around.
*by J***1 on June 2, 2019*

I have many mauls, splitting axes, chopping axes and felling axes. I got them all. As far as a splitting axe / maul, this is the BEST of them all. Friskars Gransfors Bruk Eastwing Husqvarna These are the BEST axe manufacturer. I have this one to pop the monsters in half and quarters then use their splitting axe to make firewood. This is a little heavy for using to make firewood. But it’s a true beast. It splits everything. 36” handle gives some serious momentum with a poorer full swing. I’ve busted and popped fresh maple. Stringy nasty wood is no match. It even surprises me with heavy knotty wood. I still need to use wedges for some of the knotty wood, but this has limited the amount of times I need to. It’s a true bruiser. I bought a 2nd one just because I NEVER want to be without it. I split 5-6 cords a year by hand. This has saved me so much energy it’s well worth the money. I had a friskars as my main maul. You get what you pay for. The Friskars usually sticks in the wood but doesn’t split or pop big logs like this does. It usually stuck in then I hit it with a sledge to use instead of a wedge. It was a lot of energy spent and much more work. This thing puts the friskars to shame. With a powerful swing, even the toughest and largest woods will pop. The only problems I have had is very fresh knotty maple. The only thing splitting that stuff is a hydraulic log splitter. 8’ to 12” dia logs are no problem to bust in half with one swing. You can pop them and not split through if you control your swing. Then flip- over and rotate 90 set and swing away. You just made 4 perfect fire logs and look like Paul Bunion! Take 20-40” rounds and bust them into 4-6 pieces with this beast, then use their splitting axe to make the firewood to throw in your racks. . I can’t say enough about this monster. I highly recommend it. It is not made to make firewood logs. You can use it for that but it’s heavy. Their splitting axe is better to use after you bust the big logs up with this. This is more of a maul. But no hitting the back with a sledge. You aren’t supposed to do that with this axe. It’s not made for that and not needed. A+++++++++++ rating. I’ve heard the customer support is great also, but have never had to use them.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WOW!!
*by S***. on August 19, 2017*

When I first received this axe, I was disappointed in the handle, as it was slightly bowed and had a horizontal grain orientation. I called the company and received a level of customer service that is unfortunately very rare these days. The gentleman listened to why I was dissatisfied, apologized and calmly, non defensively explained how the handles are selected and tested for quality. He also explained how to properly use the axe, as it is not a maul or a typical splitting axe. He also reminded me of why it is important not to get tunnel vision with grain ordination on these tools. It can certainly play a roll in the handle quality, but is by no means the most important aspect of the wood to pay attention to. He promptly sent me out a new handle, which is perfect, and happens to have the most vertical grain orientation I've ever seen in an axe ;) AND, they said I can keep the other handle to use as a spare should I ever need it. Now on to the how the axe performs. WOW! I have been splitting firewood every year for the past 35 years. This is hands down the best splitter I have ever used. I am splitting green and dry oak, cherry, maple and black locust. The splitting quality's I look for are balance, amount of energy used to lift and swing coupled with effectiveness in splitting. For me, the weight of the head, in conjunction with handle geometry and length, make an axe that is easy to lift over and over and over, while using very little effort on the down swing to split wood. When there is a big knot, effort is required on the down swing, but it splits where others fail and a sledge hammer with wedge is required. I will most certainly be recommending this splitting axe to my friends. Oh, and the sheath, outstanding quality.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I Like It
*by H***T on March 23, 2016*

I'm not a woodsman (though chopping logs is kind of fun), and with this High Quality battle Axe, I feel like Woodsman of the month. I've managed to get to using this beauty and have chopped for a few hours, logs lying around. After done, I can say it was a good job done and with this axe, it made it more enjoyable and easier (at least for the bigger hunks of logs, for the smaller pieces, I will need something lighter for the purpose). About this Vario 2000, it is solidly built, looks nice, feels good in the hand, has good hefty weight to it, and with the included small bottle of Axe Guard oil, it looks almost sparklingly new again after I wiped her down. It also comes with a holster to keep the Axe blade in. All in all, I am very pleased with the Axe, and would like to say thanks to Mr. Spencer Holst, for the great service and care of inquiring me about my thoughts regarding the Axe--I like it! Thank you, Sir. And for anyone looking for an Axe to bring it down with, this one will do very well, and especially if you got the arm and the logs for it, it'll do even better! Stay alright, all.

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