--- product_id: 384277423 title: "1844 Helko Werk Germany Traditional Black Forest Woodworker Axe - Made in Germany Hand Forged Bushcraft Axe and Forest Axe for Cutting Head 2.25 lbs, Handle 24 in. (Black Forest Wood Worker) #13562" brand: "1844 helko werk germany" price: "VT122457" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "1844 Helko Werk Germany" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/384277423-1844-helko-werk-germany-traditional-black-forest-woodworker-axe-made store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 24 in premium American hickory handle 2.25 lb forged carbon steel head Includes leather sheath + protective oil 1844 Helko Werk Germany Traditional Black Forest Woodworker Axe - Made in Germany Hand Forged Bushcraft Axe and Forest Axe for Cutting Head 2.25 lbs, Handle 24 in. (Black Forest Wood Worker) #13562 **Brand:** 1844 helko werk germany **Price:** VT122457 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚒️ Forge your legacy with the Black Forest Woodworker — where tradition meets unstoppable power. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 1844 Helko Werk Germany Traditional Black Forest Woodworker Axe - Made in Germany Hand Forged Bushcraft Axe and Forest Axe for Cutting Head 2.25 lbs, Handle 24 in. (Black Forest Wood Worker) #13562 by 1844 helko werk germany - **How much does it cost?** VT122457 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/384277423-1844-helko-werk-germany-traditional-black-forest-woodworker-axe-made) ## Best For - 1844 helko werk germany enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted 1844 helko werk germany brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Complete Care Kit Included:** Protect your investment with a premium vegetable-tanned leather sheath and 1oz Axe Guard oil to maintain blade sharpness and prevent rust. - • **Iconic Rheinland Pattern Blade:** Inspired by the historic Rhein River Valley, this classic convex edge design delivers efficient cutting performance for modern bushcraft and forest tasks. - • **Versatile Lightweight Powerhouse:** At just 3.5 lbs total weight and 24 inches long, this axe balances portability with the strength to fell, split, and limb with precision. - • **Ergonomic American Hickory Handle:** Sustainably sourced Grade A hickory, hand-selected and finished with boiled linseed oil for a smooth, comfortable grip that lasts through every chop. - • **Masterfully Hand-Forged in Germany:** Experience centuries of German craftsmanship with a drop-forged C50 high carbon steel head, hardened to 53-56 HRC for unmatched durability and edge retention. ## Overview The 1844 Helko Werk Black Forest Woodworker Axe is a hand-forged, German-engineered tool featuring a 2.25 lb C50 high carbon steel head with a 53-56 HRC hardness rating. It boasts a 24-inch Grade A American hickory handle finished with boiled linseed oil for durability and comfort. Designed for versatile use in cutting, felling, and splitting, it includes a premium leather sheath and protective oil to ensure longevity. This compact yet powerful axe embodies centuries of craftsmanship, making it the essential choice for professional woodsmen and outdoor enthusiasts alike. ## Description The Black Forest Woodworker is Helko's flagship piece. This axe is the quintessential tool for the experienced woodsman. Its compact size bestows substantial versatility, allowing it to be used as both a lightweight work axe and a dependable packing tool. The Black Forest Woodworker features Helko's Rheinland pattern axe head. Handmade in Wuppertal, Germany, the pattern is named after the region's famous Rhein River Valley. The Rhein, one of Germany's most prominent geographical features, was a historically significant source of trade and growth for settlements in the region throughout the medieval period. Cutting axes like these were a daily necessity for peoples carving out towns and villages in heavily forested regions along the Rhein River. The Black Forest Woodworker performs exceptionally well as a cutting tool, while still being able to handle moderate splitting work. Its relatively small size makes it a convenient go-to for a variety of tasks, including felling small trees, splitting firewood, clearing brush, limbing branches, and preparing kindling. Each piece is handcrafted by Helko's Master Smiths, lifelong artisans of metalcraft, using tongs on an open face drop forge. HEAD+ Handmade in Wuppertal, Germany+ German C50 high grade carbon steel, 53-56 HRC+ Open face drop forged, heat treated, and oil-hardened+ Helko crown hammered into cheekHANDLE+ Crafted in Switzerland from Grade A American hickory+ Selected for strength, grain orientation, and density+ Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded+ Hung with softwood wedge and notched steel ring wedge INCLUDED+ Vegetable-tanned leather sheath, USA made+ 1oz bottle of Axe-Guard SPECS+ Length: 24 in.+ Head Weight: 2.25 lb+ Total Weight: 3.5 lb+ Bit length: 4.25 in.Handle colors may vary lighter or darker than photos. Visit Helko North America to see full product line Review: Fantastic! Review: Happy ## Features - HAND-FORGED AND MANUFACTURED IN GERMANY: The Black Forest Woodworker is Helko Werk's flagship piece. This axe is the quintessential tool for the experienced woodsman, with a compact size that makes it a versatile packing tool and lightweight cutting, felling, and chopping axe. Features Helko's famous Rheinland pattern axe head, named for the country's Rhein River Valley, where cutting axes like these have been in use for centuries. - C50 HIGH CARBON STEEL SPLITTING HEAD: 53-56 HRC - Helko Werk axe heads are open-face drop forged individually by hand from German C50 high grade carbon steel. Drop forging is a process in which the blacksmith uses tongs to hold and shape hot steel as a drop hammer falls repeatedly onto it. - GRADE A AMERICAN HICKORY WOOD HANDLE: Linseed Oil Finish, 150 Grit Sanded Sustainably sourced grade A American hickory handle. All Helko Werk camping axes and hatchets have handles individually hand finished and selected for grain orientation and density with a boiled linseed oil finish and sanded to 150 grit for a comfortable and smooth finish on your axe handle - ACCESSORIES INCLUDED: Full Grain Leather Sheath and 1oz Axe Guard Protective Oil: All Helko Werk axes and hatchets include a vegetable-tanned premium leather axe sheath to protect your axe blade and head. The Axe Guard oil is a metal protecting oil to help maintain the steel of your axe head, and prevent rust over time. - SPECIFICATIONS: Head Weight: 2-1/4 lb, Length: 24 in, Total Weight: 3-1/2 lb ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00NJ2UQXC | | Best Sellers Rank | #225,842 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #112 in Gardening Axes | | Blade Edge | Convex | | Blade Length | 4.25 Inches | | Blade Material | Carbon Steel | | Brand | 1844 Helko Werk Germany | | Brand Name | 1844 Helko Werk Germany | | Color | Black | | Colour | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 601 Reviews | | Handle Material | Hickory Wood | | Handle material | Hickory Wood | | Head Type | Felling | | Head Weight | 907 Grams | | Head type | Felling | | Included Components | Sheath | | Item Dimensions L x W | 61L x 17.8W centimeters | | Item Weight | 1.7 kg | | Item weight | 1.7 kg | | Manufacturer | Helko Werk | | Product dimensions | 61L x 17.8W centimeters | | Style Name | Classic | | UPC | 683405473282 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** 1844 Helko Werk Germany - **Product dimensions:** 61L x 17.8W centimeters - **Handle material:** Hickory Wood - **Colour:** Black - **Head type:** Felling ## Images ![1844 Helko Werk Germany Traditional Black Forest Woodworker Axe - Made in Germany Hand Forged Bushcraft Axe and Forest Axe for Cutting Head 2.25 lbs, Handle 24 in. (Black Forest Wood Worker) #13562 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ijGS2Rk1S.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is the length the face or cutting edge? I can't seem to find it anywhere.** A: The length of the bit, or cutting edge, is 4-1/4''. Hope that helps, let us know if you have any other questions!HNA **Q: How does this axe compare to the gb small splitting axe? or other sweedish style splitting axes (husqvarna)?** A: This would be a German splitting head design, compared to a Swedish design. The German wedge shape will be wider, and using the tool your blade should not have as much risk of getting pinched or stuck as it would with a slimmer wedge, like the husqvarna. You will also have an easier time freeing this axe if it does become stuck as well. This is a very effective compact little splitter, and is excellent for things like campfires or smaller wood stoves. **Q: Is the head on the Rheinland pack axe any larger/different the Rheinland hatchet, or is it simply a longer handle?** A: Hello Bill,The primary difference between the blades is that the Rheinland Pack Axe has a 1.5 lb head, and the Hatchet has a 1.25 lb head. So, yes, it is a larger head. Other than that, the blades are very similar dimensio-to-scale wise, other than a few minute differences to make up for the weight difference. **Q: why is this $17.00 dollars cheaper strait from helko web sight,is there an advantage to buying this on amazon** A: Hello there,Our listed prices on Amazon may show a slightly higher price than the listed priced on our direct website. You are certainly welcome to order this item directly from our direct website. You will receive the same item, and may save a few dollars in the process. Kind Regards,HNA ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic! *by S***E on 12 January 2019* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Happy *by J***G on 21 January 2024* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Used for bushcraft and log building *by S***E on 6 January 2026* ## Frequently Bought Together - 1844 Helko Werk Germany Traditional Black Forest Woodworker Axe - Hand Forged Bushcraft and Forest Axe for Cutting, Head 2.25 lbs, Handle 24 in. 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