1844 Helko Werk Germany Saxon Splitting Axe Handmade in Wuppertal, Germany German C50 high grade carbon steel, 53-56 HRC Switzerland made handle, FSC certified Grade A American hickory Head Weight: 6.2 lb / Length: 31 in. / Total Weight: 8.5 lb Steel Overstrike Protector & Includes vegetable tanned leather sheath 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: 6.2 lbs. Total Weight: 8.5 lbs. Handle Length: 31 in. Bit Length: 3-1/2 in.