Centuries-old Swedish Craftsmanship with Hand Forging, Hand Grinding, Hand Ending
Mequon, Wis. (January 2025) – Since 1697, Hults Bruk axes have been handcrafted in Norrkoping, Sweden, by skilled blacksmiths. This January, the model is introducing Spika (pronounced “converse a”), a multi-purpose axe with a 17.5″ deal with and complete weight of two.1 lbs. As well as, for the primary time, Hults Bruk has designed and produced a group of six important equipment for its total line of axes.
Hults Bruk axes are acknowledged for his or her sturdy Swedish metal, strong American hickory handles and heads which can be hand-finished for a razor-sharp edge and stamped with the HB brand.
The brand new Spika boasts a singular hybrid design with a shorter deal with and multi-purpose head – a mix that makes the axe extra moveable and versatile. Spika can be utilized for precision work like carving and whittling, in addition to campsite and bushcraft duties like chopping, splitting, delimbing and path upkeep.
“We crafted Spika for the out of doors fanatic who appreciates significant innovation that’s rooted in legendary craftsmanship. And, as a result of it’s so versatile, we consider it should grow to be a type of indispensable instruments that you just’ll be glad is in your pack,” says Christopher Berg, vp of worldwide manufacturers, Hultafors Group North America.
Spika Head – The Spika head is 1.5 lbs. and its innovative is roughly 3.125″. (Since all Hults Bruk axes are hand solid, there might be slight size variations from axe to axe.)
Spika Head Options – A hand notch within the head supplies a strong grip for work near the physique and permits customers to steer the axe with most management. The axe has a semi-straight edge with a flat and broad grind so it will probably relaxation firmly in opposition to no matter is being labored on. As well as, the sting has a slight curve so Spika can be utilized for gentle forestry work, corresponding to clearing a path. The top can also be a bit thicker over the cheeks, giving it good splitting capabilities. Lastly, Spika has a hardened butt that can be utilized to pound non-steel objects like tent stakes.
Spika Deal with – The multi-purpose axe has a slim deal with with a curve on the tail that delivers extra drive and a pronounced finish knob that creates a safer grip.
Spika has an MSRP of $199 and is offered at Hults Bruk sellers.
New Swedish Leather-based Equipment
To accompany the Spika axe, in addition to its total line of axes, Hults Bruk has created a line of six premium equipment. The equipment are made in Sweden from vegetable-tanned, full-grain leather-based that ensures sturdiness and a sexy look that holds up over time. Every merchandise is marked with the HB brand.
“Having the appropriate gear and equipment elevates any out of doors expertise,” provides Berg. “We wished to satisfy that want and ship the extent of high quality and craftsmanship Hults Bruk is understood for.”
Pictured: The brand new Spika axe from Hults Bruk, together with a group of 4 new leather-based equipment – the axe sling, axe holster, overstrike guard and belt. A grinding stone and spare deal with are additionally obtainable. The sheath is included with each Hults Bruk axe.
Axe Sling (#840796), MSRP $49 – This leather-based accent permits customers to maintain their palms free whereas mountaineering, trekking or tenting. The sling attaches to an anchor gap on the finish of the axe deal with and an anchor gap within the sheath. The sling ranges in width from one to 2 inches. The broader shoulder part helps distribute the burden, making the sling extra comfy.
Axe Holster (#840795), MSRP $29 – The holster attaches to the belt, maintaining the axe shut and able to use. (All the time have the axe sheath on when carrying the axe within the holster.)
Overstrike Guard, 4.75″ (#840793), MSRP $27 – A leather-based strike guard protects the deal with closest to the axe head within the occasion of an overstrike. The guard (also referred to as a deal with protector or an axe collar) is secured utilizing leather-based cords.
Leather-based Belt, 37” (#840797) or 45“ (#840798), MSRP $54 and $59, respectively – The belt matches the premium Hults Bruk axe sheath and important equipment. It’s 1.5″ broad and has a sturdy buckle with an vintage brass end. To shorten the belt, merely unscrew and alter the buckle.
Pictured: Hults Bruk grinding stone with leather-based case.
Grinding Stone with Leather-based Case (#840623), MSRP $44 – The leather-based case supplies a safe grip level to assist stop chopping accidents, in addition to shield the grinding stone. The tough facet of the stone has a grain dimension of 180 and the positive facet is 600.
Spare Deal with (#842034), MSRP $39 – The 17.5″ substitute deal with for Spika is crafted from Alabama hickory that’s identified for its distinctive sturdiness and power.
Legendary Hults Bruk Craftsmanship
Hults Bruk axes are created at a Swedish manufacturing facility nestled outdoors the city of Norrkoping. The positioning was initially chosen within the late 1600s because of its location on the fringe of a forest and close to a stream. At the moment, the stream was important because it was used to show a water wheel to supply energy.
To this present day, Hults Bruk continues at hand forge its axe heads on the historic Hults Bruk, a forge that has been in operation for 328 years.
- Every axe is made out of high-quality Swedish metal and is expertly tempered to carry an especially sharp edge, even after repeated sharpening.
- As soon as solid, the axes are blackened and hand-finished to be razor-sharp with a sophisticated edge.
- The axe handles are made out of American hickory that’s sanded, protected with linseed oil and engraved with the HB brand.
- Every Hults Bruk axe comes with a premium leather-based sheath, storage field and detailed consumer handbook.
Background
Hults Bruk is a part of the Hultafors Group NA portfolio of premium skilled manufacturers. Hultafors Group NA is a part of Hultafors Group, a worldwide firm primarily based in Göteborg, Sweden, that gives superior manufacturers designed and manufactured particularly for tradespeople.
Along with Hults Bruk, the Hultafors Group manufacturers embody, W.steps, SCANGRIP, Johnson Stage, CLC Work Gear, Hultafors Instruments, Martinez Instruments, Snickers Workwear, Strong Gear Footwear and Hellberg Security.
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