Hults Bruk Stålberg Carpenter Axe - 1.75 lb head, 20” Handle

The Stålberg Carpenter Axe (formerly known as Tibro) features a 1.75 lb. head with an approximate 4” cutting edge, hand-forged from high-quality Swedish steel at the historic Hults Bruk forge. Designed for precision woodworking and shaping, its straight edge and thin profile - combined with a finger notch near the neck - allow for controlled, accurate cuts. The 20” straight American hickory handle offers excellent balance and maneuverability for detailed tasks. Crafted with enduring Swedish craftsmanship, this axe is built for carpenters and outdoor enthusiasts who value accuracy and durability. Its primary applications include woodworking, rough shaping, and detailed carving.

The Story behind the name: This axe embodies the skill and reputation of Ernst Stålberg, one of our most experienced and legendary smiths of the 20th century. Stålberg’s dedication to his craft made Hults Bruk axes objects of global admiration. The Stålberg axe is a tribute to precision, mastery, and the deep pride of generational expertise.

Hults Bruk Stålberg - Craftsmanship and Details

• Historic Craftsmanship: Axe head hand-forged at Hults Bruk, a forge in operation since 1697
  
• Premium Steel: Made from Swedish premium steel uniquely developed for Hults Bruk
  
• Refined Finish: Hand-finished 1.75 lb. head with polished razor-sharp edge; expertly tempered to hold extremely sharp edge even after repeated sharpening
  
• Quality Handle: 20” curved American hickory handle, sanded, treated with linseed oil, and engraved with the Hults Bruk logo
  
• Complete Kit: Each axe comes with a vegetable tanned full-grain leather sheath and detailed user manual
  

Product Highlight

Hults Bruk axe heads are forged from customized high-quality steel, with an alloy specifically engineered for this purpose, providing exceptional strength and performance. The steel is produced completely CO₂-neutral and is fully recyclable.

Each head is hand-forged using the open-die free forging method. The axe head is then hardened and tempered for long-lasting durability. With a hardness of approximately 54–56 HRC on the Rockwell scale, these axe heads offer superior sharpness and edge retention. The cutting edge is hand-ground and polished to ensure precision and reliability with every swing. As one of the final steps in the forging press, each axe head is proudly stamped with the traditional Hults Bruk mark - a symbol of quality and craftsmanship.