Thread: Tuatahi axe project - small axe / hatchet for hunting, tramping, fishing etc

OK folks here it is, 2 years later....
The Tuatahi Trapper.

It's not on their website yet, but they have the axes in stock and ready to go.
I did ask about a group buy, but they said they can't lower the price, and apparently it's the expense of the hickory handles which is the reason for this.
If anyone has a source of wood that's good for axe handles they're keen to know about it.
But anyway, here's the details:
We have two handle lengths, normal length is 49cm total length including the axe head, and the longer version is 60cm total length including the axe head.

They both come standard with an axe cover and are prices as follows (Excluding 15% GST):

1 x Trapper axe with 49cm hickory handle + axe cover = $385.00 + Delivery + 15% GST

1 x Trapper axe with 60cm hickory handle + axe cover = $385.00 + Delivery + 15% GST

The version I have is the 49cm one, and I find it ideal for fitting into a back pack but still long enough for two-handed chopping when required.
The weight of mine is just a tad over 1kg, and with it's relatively long blade due to the bearded design, the chopping power is impressive.
I compared it with a small cheapo (but sharp) axe I have of the same weight, and there's no comparison.
The bearded design gives a much bigger blade area without adding weight, and I can easily choke up on the handle right behind the blade with no fear of cutting fingers.
So there you have it, if you want to buy one just send them an email, because it's not been added to their shopping cart yet: tuatahi.axes@actrix.co.nz
BTW I don't know how many they have in stock, first in first served I guess....
I'll post some more pics of my own axe tomorrow when it's daylight, and if anyone has questions just fire away