Ever had to replace a broken handle on a traditional axe head? Most of us would rather go buy a whole new axe than bother with fixing the old one. And if you're out on a remote location without the right tools to make needed repairs - forget it. Both situations are an unfortunate waste of time and money. Unlike traditional axes and hatchets, helko Vario 2000 handles are easily replaced in minutes by means of a simple cap screw retainer system and hex key. Uniquely, every part in the system is standardized, so that every component in the system is completely interchangeable from one model to the other.
The cap & screw retainer system is also a built-in safety feature that keeps loose heads on the handle where they belong, not flying off at an unintended target. To further protect the handles, all axes are equipped with an aluminum over-strike protectors (over-strike protectors not included with the hatchets.) The steel tool heads are forged and hardened to strict German DIN standards to stand up to rigorous use. Weights listed below are head weights only. Hex key is included with all completely assembled units. All components available seperately. Call for details.
NOTE: Retainer cap should never be struck with a hammer or sledge and should not be used to strike other objects. Germany
(A) 2300G Heavy Splitting Axe - A heavy duty splitting axe with an extremely robust wedge shaped head. Excellent for splitting large logs, tree trunk sections, and firewood. 36" curved American hickory handle. Head weight - 5.0 lb.
(B) 1800G American Felling Axe - A heavy duty American style felling axe for large trees and limb removal. 36" curved American hickory handle. Head weight - 4.0 lb.
(C) 1600G Scandinavian Splitting Axe - A medium duty Scandinavian style splitting axe with an offset wedge shaped head to prevent jamming in logs with twisted or difficult grain. 30" straight American hickory handle. Head weight - 3.5 lb.
(D) 1300G Universal Felling Axe - A medium duty felling axe. Used for bringing down smaller trees, trimming limbs, and light splitting work. 30"- straight American hickory handle. Head weight - 2.9 lb.
(E) 1500G Light Splitting Axe - A medium duty German style splitting axe with a wedge shaped head. Ideal for splitting seasoned wood. 30" straight American hickory handle. Head weight - 3.3 lb.
(F) 700G Hatchet - A slightly stronger and heavier hatchet suitable for splitting chores, trimming limbs from small shrubs and trees, and shaping timbers. 18" American hickory handle. Head weight - 1.5 lb.
(G) 600G Hatchet - A lightweight hatchet for light splitting chores, and trimming small limbs and brush. 16" ash handle. Head weight - 1.3 lb.
