Rinaldi "Calabria" Hand Axe -- "Grade B" Free Special Grade 5mm) at its thinnest

5mm) at its thinnest

and can be used on oil stones or as a cutting fluid when drilling or using taps and dies

An ultra-coarse stone for serious forming

The hybrid leather and nylon canvas sheath gives a vintage look with improved wear characteristics

100 rpm with 1/2" overhang

Rinaldi "Calabria" Hand Axe -- "Grade B" Free Special Grade 5mm) at its thinnestAs featured in Knives Illustrated's 2015 Buyer's Guide! The Calabria pattern axe is a real favorite of ours. The straight bit, while not as deeply penetrating, is more efficient at connecting repeated blows and allows for very rapid felling. Featuring a linear wedge like (but narrow) taper from the bit to the eye, this tomahawk sized little axe makes for a good light all 'rounder for both chopping and splitting tasks. The eye is tapered and the handle