Helko Werk - German axe makers since 1844. Helko's hand forged axes are some of the finest in in the world.

Helko Werk's Traditional line is a premium collection of handforged German heritage axes. Each piece is handcrafted by one of Helko’s Master Smiths - lifelong artisans of metalcraft. The Smith uses tongs on an open face drop forge to shape the head one at …

Our Classic range combines versatility, performance, and aesthetics to create a premium line of pristine working axes. Each piece is handcrafted by Helko’s Master Smiths, representing nearly 200 years of collective expertise.

Helko North America, LLC is the exclusive distributor of Helko Werk products for the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Our southern California warehouse stocks the entire Helko product line of axes, hatchets, splitting wedges, forestry tools, and replacement parts.

Helko North America - See our unique product lines of premium handcrafted German Helko Werk Axes, made in Germany since 1844.

The Tasmania Competition Axe is a modern rendition of vintage Tasmanian pattern racing axes. It is an affordable yet dependable option for racing experts as well as novices entering the world of timber sporting.

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The Saxon Splitter is a heavy duty splitting axe, best reserved for large rounds and difficult logs. The Helko designed head delivers powerful strikes without getting stuck or pinched up in the wood.

The Vario is a Helko Werk patented design - using a German engineered fastening system that introduces incredible versatility and efficiency. All Vario heads, handles, and fastening …

Our Classic Nordic Splitting Axe is a heavy duty, straight-handled splitting axe, designed solely for difficult splitting work. The 5 ½ pound head is capable of splitting large rounds, difficult logs, and tough firewood.