Purchase assistance for axes

Our Kikut axe series includes axes in various sizes, designed for different purposes. Some are ideal for packing in your hiking backpack, while others are made for splitting larger logs. However, most people do not bring two different axes on a trip, which means you will need to find a compromise that suits your needs. Here, you can read about the different axes to help you make a well-informed decision when purchasing. One thing to keep in mind when choosing an axe is that the heavier the axe head and the longer the handle, the more efficient the axe will be. The downside is that a longer handle means the axe takes up more space and weighs more.

All axes in the Kikut series are made of composite material, offering durability and a secure grip. One advantage of a composite handle is that it provides better grip than a wooden one - especially when wet. In addition, the large handle end ensures the axe sits comfortably and securely in your hand during use. The Kikut series comes with a protective cover that clips onto the front of the axe blade, included with all models except the splitting axe. This makes it easy to hang the axe in a shed or cabin.

Kikut 23 cm – a small axe for your backpack

This is our smallest axe, suitable for splitting small logs and making kindling. This one-handed axe is very user-friendly due to its low weight, good balance and good grip on the handle.

Technical data:

Total weight: 553 grams

Total length: 23 cm

Weight of the axe head: 440 grams

Advantages:

Short shaft that fits perfectly in your backpack

Low weight

Disadvantages:

Not powerful enough for medium and large logs.

Especially suited for:

Outdoor enthusiasts of all ages who need a small axe to carry in their backpack

Kikut 36 cm – a practical axe for hiking

This is our second-smallest axe with a standard-length handle. The slightly longer handle provides better swing momentum. It's perfect for making kindling and splitting smaller logs.

 

 

Technical specifications:

Total weight: 710 grams

Total length: 36 cm

Head weight: 440 grams

 

Advantages:

Compact size

Lightweight

 

Disadvantages:

Not well suited for medium or large logs.

 

Especially suitable for:

Cabin owners and outdoor enthusiasts who need a small axe for making kindling and splitting small logs. Ideal for limbing dead trees before building a fire, and for general camping use.

Kikut Universal 46 cm – the perfect axe for smaller splitting tasks and outdoor use

This universal axe is well suited for cutting branches, felling small trees, and splitting medium-sized logs. The slightly longer handle provides a bit more power and swing momentum, while the axe is still compact enough to fit in a hiking backpack.

Technical data:

Total weight: 1036 grams

Total length: 46 cm

Head weight: 710 grams

Advantages:

Versatile axe; suitable for most tasks

Lightweight

Disadvantages:

Takes up a bit more space in the backpack, but in most cases, the extra weight is worth it.

Especially suitable for:

This universal axe is simple and practical for everyone; it works just as well on a forest trip as it does in the woodshed.

Kikut Splitting Axe 71 cm – a heavier axe for splitting large logs

The splitting axe is a heavier tool than our hiking axes and is designed for splitting large logs. It features a long handle that provides excellent power and swing momentum, along with a wedge-shaped head for efficient splitting.

Technical data:

Total weight: 2490 grams

Total length: 71 cm

Advantages:

Long handle for strong momentum

Disadvantages:

Somewhat limited in use. That’s the nature of axes - you often need more than one for different tasks.

Especially suitable for:

Those who split firewood at home, at the cabin, or in similar settings.