Hults Bruk Almike Hatchet

The Hults Bruk Almike Hatchet is our recommendation for best axe for our survival courses. It is a really high quality Swedish made axe with all the features you want in a belt carry style bushcraft axe. We don't really like to carry hatchets larger than about 16" on our belt, so this one fits the bill perfect. A hatchet is a must have for all bushcraft and survival enthusiasts and will be one of your main go to tools for processing firewood and felling small trees for shelters. It is also bomb proof, unlike a saw, and won't fail you when you need it the most. Saws are much more convenient to carry and usually faster and cutting firewood than axes, but folding saws are more prone to breakage. Even if your axe handle breaks you can always fashion a new one in the wilderness.

• The axe head is hand-forged and made from Swedish axe steel in a foundry that has been in operation since 1697.
• As part of the hand grinding production process, the steel is struck multiple times thereby increasing its density and resulting in more durability of the axe.
• The head is constructed in such a way that there is a tempered zone designed to hold a very sharp edge even after sharpening many times.
• The curved hickory handle is treated with linseed oil.
• Each axe comes with a traditional leather protective sheath that is embellished with some unique Swedish decorative elements. (Replacement sheaths are available) The axe is shipped in its own storage box and comes with a detailed users manual.

Product Specs

Overall Weight: 1 3/4 lbs.

Head Weight: 1 lb.

Handle Length: 16"

Head: Solid Swedish steel

Handle: Solid American Hickory

 

Other Recommendations: If you purchase a hammer belt holder from your local hardware store, you can wear this on your belt for easy carry in the woods. We also highly recommend picking up some tennis grip tape from the sporting goods store and wrapping your handle in it. This makes the axe much more comfortable on your hands and very "grippy" in wet conditions. Your axe is a dangerous tool and you need to make sure it is always secure in your grip at all time.

Shipping Calculated At Checkout

Note: USPS Ground Advantage™ service includes up to $100 insurance in the price. We recommend adding the Order Protection option for orders over this amount.

All orders are processed within 2-3 business days.

All orders are processed and shipped during our business hours. Orders are not shipped or delivered on U.S. holidays.

If we are experiencing a high volume of orders, shipments may be delayed.

Please allow additional days in transit for delivery. 

If a significant delay in shipment is expected, then we will contact you via the information you provide at checkout.

Overnight delivery is only available for orders with delivery addresses within the continental United States.

Delivery delays can occasionally occur.

Expected Transit Times

All transit times are based on once your order ships.

USPS Ground Advantage™ - 2 to 5 Business Days

USPS Priority - 1 to 3 Business Days

USPS Priority Express - Next-Day to 2 Business Days

UPS Ground - 1 to 5 Business Days

Once we receive your item, we will inspect it and notify you that we have received your returned item. We will immediately notify you on the status of your refund after inspecting the item. If your return is approved, we will initiate a refund to your original method of payment. You will receive the credit within the terms set forth by your credit card/debit card company. 

You have 30 calendar days to return an item from the date you received it. To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition in which you received it. Your item must be in the original packaging. Your item must have the receipt or proof of purchase .If you make a purchase for the holidays between October 1st and December 25th we will accept returns for those items up until January 31st of the following year provided that the same requirements above are met - the item is unused, has original packaging returned with it, and has a proof of receipt showing the date of purchase. PLEASE NOTE:  The purchaser shall be responsible for paying return shipping costs. Initial shipping fees are nonrefundable.  If your return qualifies for a refund you will receive the refund for that item(s) minus a 10% restocking fee.

Ever want to talk to someone, but there is no phone number to call?

Survival Gear BSO provides a direct-to-instructor (a real life human being!) phone line for any questions or inquiries related to our bushcraft & survival products. Let us be your guide!

412.523.1010