Brand | Estwing |
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Head Material | Alloy Steel |
Handle Material | Alloy Steel |
Color | Blue |
Item Weight | 0.2 Kilograms |
Grip Type | Shock Reduction |
Head Style | Flat |
Style | Splitting Maul |
Manufacturer | Estwing |
Part Number | E3-FF4 |
Item Weight | 7 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 14.25 x 5.83 x 0.1 inches |
Country of Origin | USA |
Item model number | E3-FF4 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | One Size |
Material | Steel |
Power Source | Hand Powered |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Number of Handles | 1 |
Included Components | Fireside Friend Splitting Tool |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | Manufacturer Warranty |
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Brand | Estwing |
Head Material | Alloy Steel |
Handle Material | Alloy Steel |
Color | Blue |
Item Weight | 0.2 Kilograms |
About this item
- WOOD SPLITTING MADE EASY - Weighted wedge design makes chopping logs and firewood a breeze with this one handed maul.
- PATENTED SHOCK REDUCTION GRIP - Reducing impact vibration by 70%, Estwing's molded shock reduction grip provides optimal slip-free comfort, durability and superior grip in all jobsite conditions
- FORGED IN ONE PIECE - Forged using one solid piece of American steel. This means no poor quality castings or welds to fail. The result is the most durable, longest lasting striking tool available.
- HEAVY DUTY SHEATH - Includes a ballistic nylon sheath to protect the hand sharpened cutting edge
- MADE IN THE USA – Since 1923, our tools have been proudly American made in Rockford, IL using only the finest American steel.
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Estwings Fireside Friend
Best Axe For Splitting Wood
A splitting maul is a huge sledge hammer with a pointed axe head. Featuring a longer handle and duller blade edge, a maul bluntly splits wood through sheer force.
- Forged In One Piece - Durable, longest lasting striking tools available
- Wood Splitting Made Easy - Weighted wedge makes chopping logs and firewood a breeze
- Heavy Duty Sheath - Includes ballistic nylon sheath to protect hand sharpened cutting edge
Fireside Friend Splitting Tool
Estwing's Fireside Friend Splitting Tool is forged in one piece. The length and weight give leverage and power for easy wood splitting. If you need firewood for staying warm during the winter season ahead, you're going to need a good wood splitting tool. Splitting tools are designed to create smaller chunks by splitting wood fibers apart.
- Solid America Steel
- Hand Sharpened Edge
- Shock Reduction Grip
- Nylon Sheath Included
- A weighted axe specifically designed for splitting
- Made In The USA – Our tools are proudly crafted in Rockford, IL using the finest American steel
- Shock Reduction Grip – Comfortable, durable & reduces impact vibration by 70%
Easy To Use
The original maul resembles an axe but with a broader head, for splitting wood. It also causes nearly no part of the wood to go to waste. More wood means less splitting and enjoying that wood in your fireplace for a longer time.
Built For Power
The best splitting maul will have a large, heavy wedge-shaped head. Swinging the large heavy head will produce a great force focused into the blunt V-shaped head. The dull blade is still thin enough to find its way in between the wood fibers and with the thick head of the maul.
Comes With Comfort
The handle length and weight give leverage and power for easy wood splitting. The grip is a beautiful genuine leather. Maul handles are normally straight and closer to round with a elongated oval axe handle, built for maximum control and comfort.
Durability
Estwing sheaths are built with durable ballistic nylon construction with reinforced stitching, offers safety and protection for your Estwing tool. Its button fastening and belt compatible design makes for easy carry around item.
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ASIN | B000HAEI1A |
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Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #18,222 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #8 in Gardening Axes |
Date First Available | January 16, 2007 |
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Estwing's world famous Fireside Friend axe is the choice of outdoorsmen everywhere. Both the head and handle of the axe are forged in 1-piece and hand polished to a beautiful finish. This classic axe offers unsurpassed balance and temper. It's patented Shock Reduction Grip reduces impact virbation by 70%. The Fireside Friend axe includes a rugged ballistic nylon sheath for added safety and protection. It has a tempered 2-3/8" cutting edge for easy cutting. A must for all campers and outdoorsman alike. Estwing Axes are proudly forged in the in USA using the finest American steel.
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Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Butelon Supplies |
head material | Alloy Steel | Alloy Steel | Alloy Steel | — |
head style | Flat | Flat | Flat | Round |
handle material | Alloy Steel | Alloy Steel | Alloy Steel | Hickory Wood |
grip type | Shock Reduction | Cushion | Shock Reduction | — |
style | Splitting Maul | Hammer | Hammer | 16-Inch American Hickory Handle |
weight | 0.2 kilograms | 3 pounds | — | 3.5 pounds |
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Used for splitting wood
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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Customers like the appearance, weight, size and sharpness of the hammer mallet. For example, they mention it looks great, it's relatively heavy and the weighted head makes digging into hardwoods easier. Some appreciate the sharpness and quality of the tool, saying it'll last a long time and is well made.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the wood splitting device. They mention that it is a one piece solid forged steel, works very well for splitting seasoned wood, and is indestructible. Some say that it's an outstanding product made in America.
"Looks to be well made but it's not light that's why I did not review that part of it and I haven't had it long enough to check it's durability has a..." Read more
"...for speeding up kindling splitting with the Kracker, but also allows me to split fat, too-heavy pieces of firewood that got past me out in the..." Read more
"Used it at camp the other day.It’s good for splitting some small logs, and one can also use it to chop some smaller diameter branches...." Read more
"...I found this tool safest and most effective to use kneeling in front of the piece you’re splitting, leaving little to no chance that rebound of the..." Read more
Customers like the weight of the log splitter. They say it has just enough weight that they build up a lot of momentum to really wack. They also say the head is nice and heavy weighted, making digging into hardwoods easier. Some customers say the smaller and lighter models require them to raise their splitting arm, but the larger and heavier models are still heavy enough to split logs.
"...It’s heavy and easy to use, making it great to clear the way" Read more
"Just what we were looking for to do some wood chopping. Not as heavy to handle as a full-size maul, so lighter and better for some of the weaker..." Read more
"This thing is solid, perfectly weighted and balanced. The hammer end is great for use with my kindling splitter. The blade end is razor sharp." Read more
"Looks to be well made but it's not light that's why I did not review that part of it and I haven't had it long enough to check it's durability has a..." Read more
Customers like the sharpness of the axe. For example, they say the blade end is razor sharp, the non-cutting edges are smooth, and it's easy to sharpen. Some mention that the hammer side is nice to knock small branches off.
"...Also lets me use the cutting edge like a wedge, but with a handle, so I can drive it safely with my drilling hammer...." Read more
"...The hammer end is great for use with my kindling splitter. The blade end is razor sharp." Read more
"...I absolutely do not regret it. This thing is heavy and sharp enough to split even larger peices of wood without needing to carry a full size ax or..." Read more
"...and I haven't had it long enough to check it's durability has a razor sharp edge too so be careful, comes with a decent covering for the Axe end of..." Read more
Customers like the size of the wood splitter. They mention it's small enough to easily store in their car or camper, but heavy enough to split logs. Some say that it fits nicely in their camping tool bag. They also say that the sharp edge, hefty head, and nice width make it perfect for smaller jobs.
"...about two inches longer, this tool works fine as is and fits nicely in my camping tool bag with my Husqvarna hatchet...." Read more
"This is exactly what I was looking for. It is the perfect size to use in our wood room for splitting kindling and using with the Kindling Cracker XL..." Read more
"...Because of the short handle, I have more control. Since the head is 4 lbs, It strikes a savage blow to a piece of wood. Wood flies everywhere...." Read more
"...This has a good balance of size and weight. Have used it on a few trips and it has permanently replaced my axe for splitting wood...." Read more
Customers find the ax easy to handle, convenient, and effective. They say it makes chores a breeze, with just one or two blows. Customers also mention that it's simple and effective, making it easy to use one-handed.
"...It’s heavy and easy to use, making it great to clear the way" Read more
"This is THE maul/hatchet! Everything anyone could need in this convenient tool." Read more
"This maul is very well balanced and easy to use. Can be used single handed or with two hands. This is my second maul from Estwing...." Read more
"...It's a powerful tool, but super-easy to use. Highly recommended." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the wood splitter. They say it's an excellent product, worth the price, and is hefty.
"...This thing is top notch, worth every penny." Read more
"...American made in Rockbottom IL and still cheap. The quality is great, one solid piece and works as expected while camping and chopping wood...." Read more
"...I am sure this product will last my life time and the price is very reasonable for the quality. Being made in the U.S.A is another bonus for me too." Read more
"...That being said, those options are going to cost you. This is relatively inexpensive and works great as a hatchet and a camp hammer, Also this..." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the hammer mallet. They mention that it looks great, is well-finished, and has a nice cover. Some say that the painted faces look good but drag against wood. Overall, most are satisfied with the appearance and quality of the tool.
"...I'd recommend this tool. it's nicely finished as well." Read more
"It's really really nice. I couldn't have imagined a better little axe. Just buy this one. It's awesome. It's what you want." Read more
"...Makes it so easy to split kinked quickly and neatly ...." Read more
"...The cover is a nice touch for packing it back into the car." Read more
Customers like the versatility of the axe. They say it's great for general camping, around the campfire, and an excellent companion for camping trips where a splitting maul is too cumbersome. Some mention it'll be a perfect companion to their camp site or backyard fire pit. It's also great for camping fire wood and splitting wood for the grill.
"...The 4 lb. weight is perfect for camping and can be used with one or two hands...." Read more
"Exactly what I was looking for, 1/2 hatchet, 1/2 sledge hammer. Great for campfires, and camping, cutting kindling wood, pounding in stakes, etc...." Read more
"This thing is great for general camping. It's a heavy Maul with a hatchet on the back side...." Read more
"Heavy duty and made in America! Perfect for my summer camping adventures...." Read more
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It’s good for splitting some small logs, and one can also use it to chop some smaller diameter branches.
Finally also used it to pound down tent stakes which it does with ease.
Pretty versatile camp tool, and solidly built. Also like the blade cover.
The head is heavy, so take breaks from swinging it around; let its weight do the work!
My only nit and why I deducted one star was the poor edge on this tool as sold. The quality of the materials and fit was very good, but the sharpness of the bit was disappointing, event for a splitting maul. I noticed this when I was getting bounce-back or rebound when splitting greener wood. On closer examination I discovered that not only the cutting edge was dull, but it was poorly ground with one side not matching the angle of the other. After about an hour of finishing with a file and sharpening stone, I finally achieved the sharpness I expected and it performed much better.
If you have dry, seasoned wood, I would expect about 4-6 inches to be about the maximum diameter for this tool to split safely. I split about a dozen 4 inch logs cut from trees downed this spring by storms which was still somewhat green, so this was a fairly critical test. After dressing the blade bit, however, it did an excellent job of splitting this wood.
While I usually use a large log as a base for splitting with a standard long-handled maul, I found it safer to split logs and their sections directly on the ground with the Fireside Friend Axe. This avoids any bounce-back of this shorter-handled maul into one of your legs while standing, which nearly happened to me. I found this tool safest and most effective to use kneeling in front of the piece you’re splitting, leaving little to no chance that rebound of the shorter maul could present a danger.
In closing, I’m excited to find this compact, yet effective splitting maul for my camping excursions. Yes, I was disappointed that the cutting edge was not properly finished, but having resolved that myself, I look forward to using this Estwing Fireside Friend for years to come.
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