Axe handle ATLAS made of ash wood, with head size 62 x 28 mm and length 75 cm. This bent handle is suitable for an axe with a weight of 1600 1250 grams. For mounting the handle, the axe wedge set with article number 651815 is recommended (wooden wedge 70 x 80 mm and 2 metal wedges no. 4 22 mm).
ATLAS axe handles are made from ash tree trunks, which contain the best wood. Ash wood is tough, shock-absorbing, and strong. The ash wood undergoes two drying processes: during the first drying process, sawn ash wood boards are air-dried. During the second process, the ash wood is computer-controlled kiln-dried in a climate chamber. Because of the kiln-drying, the handle does not shrink and the axe head stays firmly fixed to the handle.
The ATLAS handle is then waxed with plant-based Carnauba. This allows the wood to breathe, prevents it from absorbing water or dirt, and preserves its beautiful light color. The waxing provides a longer service life and a pleasantly smooth handle, helping prevent blisters. In addition, the plant-based waxing of handles is better for the environment than using varnish or paraffin.
ATLAS axe handles are manufactured entirely energy-neutral in the Netherlands and are available in various lengths and versions.
