The Groz Hickory Wood Handle Axes are designed to cut their way across wood fibers. The rugged steel heads are forged from special steel and induction-hardened 50-55 HRC. The heads are painted and have a polished cutting edge for ultimate durability. Superior blade grinding technique provides a sharper edge for clean cuts. The genuine hickory wood handles manufactured from the strongest hickory imported from USA provide high energy transfer and vibration absorption and offer a balanced and controlled swing, reducing user fatigue. A reinforcing collar at the base of the head ensures protection against overstrike damage. These hickory wood axes conform to ASME standards and are used to chop wood and knock out chips.