Gränsfors Small Carving Axe

$359.00 inc. GST

The Gränsfors Small Carving Axe is a lightweight, precision tool designed for sloyd and detailed woodworking. Scaled to 80% of the original Large Carving Axe, it offers exceptional control for beginners and seasoned craftsmen alike.

Forged from recycled steel with a thicker hickory handle for better grip, this axe features a long, curved cutting edge perfect for shaping wood with finesse. Each axe is handcrafted in Sweden and comes with a vegetable-tanned leather sheath and the iconic Gränsfors Axe Book. Whether you prefer the standard double grind or a specialised single bevel, this tool is built for a lifetime of creative carving.

Description

Gränsfors Small Carving Axe: Easy Precision for Your Woodwork

The Gränsfors Small Carving Axe is built for balance. If big tools feel heavy or make you tired, this axe is for you. It is light, fast, and easy to move, but it still has the famous Gränsfors quality.

Built for Comfort and Control

This axe is a smaller version of our famous Large Carving Axe. It is about 80% of the size, making it feel like part of your hand. It is the best choice for:

  • New Carvers: The light weight helps you learn the right way to carve without getting tired.

  • Fine Detail: Use the curved blade for smooth shapes and a perfect finish.

  • Long Days: The thick hickory handle is easy to hold. We updated the grip based on what our customers asked for.


Choose Your Edge

The standard axe has a double grind. This means it is a great “all-rounder” for most jobs. Because every carver is different, we also offer special edges:

  • Right-Hand Grind (471-V): Made for those who use their right hand.

  • Left-Hand Grind (471-H): Made for those who use their left hand.

Note: If you want a specific single-sided edge, please contact us to place a special order.


Product Details

Each axe is made from recycled steel. It comes with a tough leather sheath so it will last for many years.

Feature Details
Model 471 (Standard), 471-V, or 471-H
Length 28.5 cm
Weight 0.640 kg
Handle Real American Hickory
Steel High-quality Recycled Steel
Best For Spoons, bowls, and fine sloyd

What do you get?

When you buy a Gränsfors tool, you get more than just an axe. You also get:

  1. The Small Carving Axe.

  2. A leather sheath to protect the blade.

  3. The Axe Book, which is full of tips on how to care for your tool.


Ready to start? Whether you are making a spoon or a bowl, this axe gives you the control you need to do your best work.

Buy online or free pick up at my Chiltern store + studio 53 Conness Street  10am-3pm (check Google for current shop hours).

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*Stock will arrive first week of May and will be dispatched as soon as it is received*

Hand-forged Gränsfors Small Carving Axe with its vegetable-tanned leather sheath, ideal for sloyd and spoon carving. Hand-forged Gränsfors Small Carving Axe with its vegetable-tanned leather sheath, ideal for sloyd and spoon carving. Hand-forged Gränsfors Small Carving Axe with its vegetable-tanned leather sheath, ideal for sloyd and spoon carving.

Additional information

Weight 1.5 kg
Dimensions 40 × 25 × 15 cm

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