1844 Helko Werk Germany Black Forest Woodworker Axe Handmade in Wuppertal, Germany German C50 high grade carbon steel, 53-56 HRC Switzerland made handle, Grade A American hickory Includes vegetable tanned leather sheath Head Weight: 2.2 lb / Length: 24 in. / Total Weight: 3.5 lb Handmade in Wuppertal, Germany German C50 high grade carbon steel Open face drop forged, heat treated, and oil-hardened Helko crown hammered into cheek 53-56 HRC (Rockwell Hardness) Crafted in Switzerland Sustainably sourced Grade A American hickory Individually selected for strength, grain orientation, and density Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded Hung with hardwood wedge and notched steel ring wedge 1 oz. bottle of Axe-Guard protective oil Vegetable tanned Leather Sheath Head Weight: 2.2 lbs. Total Weight: 3.5 lbs. Handle Length: 24 in. Bit Length: 4-1/2 in.