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Product Reviews:
Gerber 45905 Camp Axe - Sheath - Clam |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: I am GLAD YOU "AXED"
Comments: This Gerber camp axe with sheath (clam) is a beaut. It exudes quality. The 45905 is light and short, perfect for1hand use, however not to worry, this axe is balanced prefectly for splitting medium to large diameter (18-20") logs and for cutting logs, limbs, or trunks with ease. The blade is shaped well for splitting and the steel is 1st rate; it holds an edge well and sharpens easily. This is the hand axe all others should be compared to in the camp axe market. Moreover, the price is great. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Great Hand Axe
Comments: I have numerous trees on my property and I purchased this for tree trimming and to make wood chips for my grill. It works great for both. It is well balanced. The 17" length extends your reach and makes for a powerful impact without swinging it hard. The blade is holding a great edge. I am thinking of getting1for my son who does a lot of camping. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Excellent Axe
Comments: Having great success with my Gerber knive (steadquick) over the years, I purchased the camp axe and continue to be amazed!! At 1st I thought it might be a bit long and heavy to pack however now I never camp/hunt without it. The high carbon content holds an excellent edge and in a pinch I have struck flint rock against it to spark a fire (used w/ magnesium in wet conditions). I used it to field dress elk and older deer to split a tough pelvis when my gigli saw was missing (just make sure the bladder is clear)!! The tang is great for hammering in tent stakes since no1seems to remember to bring a hammer. I was concerned about the composite handle however it have held up well in the temperate climate of Kentucky though I haven't have enough extreme cold conditions like the high country to know if it would become brittle and crack. However I have camped/hunted all my life and now consider this part of my "essential" gear and that's not an easy feat!! |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Perfect Backpacking Axe
Comments: Has great heft, and bites into woods well. Mildly concerned about the small area on the back side of the axe, if only for being able to hit it with something (ala splitting logs), however not enough to cause me to get a new one. I am a little suspicious of the plastic looking handle, however its took the abuse I have thrown its way so far so I guess I can not complain too much. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Kick ax!!
Comments: I am a fan of Gerber in the 1st place however this ax really went beyond my expectations. It ties on easily and conveniently to a pack, is light, seems virtually unbreakable and chews through trees like a hot knife through a cold stick of howeverter. Working wood for shelters, fire circles, benches and a plethora of other needs is important in the forest. So you need a solid, reliable tool to get the job done. Now that I own it, I will not go on the trail without this Gerber ax. It's become1of my favorite pieces of gear. |
