The sheath itself has a very appealing finish of dark and shiny leather, along with stitching, three rivets, and a strap utilizing a snap button to secure it to your axe head. They are handmade in Spokane, Washington, and use an additional folding technique around the welt construction to ensure your edge stays sharp and clean, and there is no possibility of it cutting any stitching on the sheath, increasing its lifespan. In this guide, we share the world’s best axe sheaths for all types of axe head shapes and sizes. You will learn the difference between a splitting axe and a chopping axe sheath, as well as between an axe and a hatchet sheath. Our recommendations come from hours of handling and testing different axe sheaths to see which works best. Whilst the quality and craftsmanship of the Gransfors Axes is exceptional, placing Gransfors Bruks as one of the world leaders of fine quality axes, it cannot, unfortunately, be said of the Axe Sheaths that are supplied with these axes. Since we consider Gransfors Bruks axes to be such a superior product, we thought that they deserved a superior Axe Head Sheath to complement them. Here are some of the different types of axe sheaths you may come across and a brief explanation of what they are: Splitting Axe Sheath

All of our handmade leather goods come with a lifetime unconditional guarantee on workmanship, which means that you can be sure that it will be made to very highest standard. Above is the completed decorative line around the entire sheath. You can further stamp yours, or carve it too. You may have heard about making axe sheaths with duct tape. So, does it work, or everybody is making a fool of themselves? Well, even though it’s not a standard replacement for a sheath, it works well if you’re looking for something DIY. Most all-purpose or general axes have a thinner and smaller axe head than a splitter to ensure it has the right balance of heaviness and practicality to use for a variety of things. This is where you will find the largest range of axe sheaths available, from full coverage to just a blade protector with a strap. Double Bit Axe Sheath Lay the leather out and use a punch to make holes for the snap and rivets. Now punch the stitching holes. I didn’t have a punch small enough so I use a fork to create even marks and a small drill bit to drill the holes. Make sure the stitching holes match up when the leather is folded over.

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Above is the hole punch I used to make the semi-circle. It’s 3/16 inch, but you can also eyeball the curve too. Our sheaths are long lasting and made of high quality materials, such as 8-9 ounce leather and professional dyes. The sheaths are finished with a beeswax coating to give the leather sheaths protection against the elements. The sheaths are made properly and accurately, so you can expect each sheath to have a secure and tight fit on your axe.

Lastly, the sheath will protect you and others from the sharp edge many axes and hatchets have to ensure they can cut and chop efficiently. Belt loops are another addition for small hatchets and will allow you to carry them easily. Does an Axe Sheath Work on A Hatchet? VERDICT: The Hide and Drinks Hatchet Holster is one of our personal favorites, and the leather itself will take on different hues over time, which looks great. The full head covering and the attachment to a belt ensure your hatchet is safe and secure as well as accessible with one hand. If this is the style you are after then, we certainly recommend this as one of the best sheaths for axes and hatchets. This video shows the axe compared to two commonly used axes by Gransfors Bruks and also shows it in use carving a spoon blank. NB we have slightly changed the handle design since this film was made. The axes have proved extremely popular with many folk preferring them to much more expensive axes, have a look at some of the comments below.When buying a sheath for your axe or hatchet, it is important to take some considerations into mind to ensure you end up getting the right fit. If you have an axe that has an unusual shape, then you may have to get a sheath custom-made or make one yourself. Here are some of the features we look at when deciding which sheath for axes we need: Material

Our top choice for a smaller, camp-style hatchet, the Fiskars X11, is also hard to beat. It earns top performance scores and has a mid-range price tag. The Gerber 14" Freescape is a smidge cheaper and more compact, providing less power. It's a solid investment, but it is a branded Fiskars product, and they sell a similar version for less. So, we're not blown away with the Freescape's value. Do this on a workbench so that there’s no defect on your sheath. Handle your axe carefully to avoid accidents. Prepare properly before making the DIY axe sheath. Step 1: Make a Sheet of Duct Tape The Tourbon Vintage Leather Axe Sheath is a simplistic design for medium-sized hatchets. It is made from vintage leather and is held together with closely spaced rivets without any support stitching. We really like the shape of this axe cover as well as the color, and if you are as proud of your axes as we are, then this is a really nice accessory.The CRKT Berserker comes in only one size and is designed for their own Berserker axe. Thankfully it also fits other hatchets and axes too but is not suitable for large log-splitting axes. As such, it is a simple construction with stitches holding everything together and a snap button that holds down the flap. This might not be as secure as other axe sheaths, but falling off doesn’t seem to be an issue. The use of the very best quality leather is an essential part of a quality sheath, not only because it looks and feels good, but because it will protect the handler from the cutting edge of the tool as well as protecting the cutting tool from the environment.