- IDEAL FOR CAMPING AND PACKING LIGHT - With a 1.7 lb. Dayton-pattern head and a compact, curved hickory handle, this one-handed hatchet is perfect for camp chores, light splitting, and chopping on the go. Easily packable and ready for the trail.
- FORGED STEEL HEAD - Crafted from high-quality forged tool steel and hand sharpened with a tapered bit, this hatchet is built for effective cutting and light splitting. The edge is heat-treated for optimal hardness and durability.
- CLASSIC DAYTON PATTERN - Originating from Dayton, Ohio, this traditional axe head design offers a proven shape with reliable cutting performance, now in a scaled-down size ideal for versatile field use.
- STRONG AMERICAN HICKORY HANDLE - The curved hickory handle is kiln-dried to reduce moisture below 10%, minimizing shrinkage and helping prevent loosening. It’s hafted high and proud using a traditional double wedge system for a secure fit.
- MADE IN THE USA - Proudly made in the USA, the head is coated in boiled linseed oil over the as-forged finish for rust resistance and to highlight craftsmanship. This is a hardworking tool built for real-world utility.
The 1.7 lb. Dayton-pattern hatchet is a compact, reliable tool built for serious use in the outdoors. Outfitted with a 14-inch curved American hickory handle, it offers excellent one-handed control, making it perfect for campers, backpackers, and anyone who needs a packable axe for chopping, kindling, or light splitting. Inspired by the classic Dayton pattern from Ohio, the forged tool steel head is hand sharpened with a tapered bit and heat-treated edge for long-lasting performance. The handle is carefully dried to minimize shrinkage and secured with a traditional double wedge system for a tight, durable fit. Finished with boiled linseed oil to protect the head and showcase its raw forged character, this American-made hatchet delivers dependable function with heritage craftsmanship. HANDLE NUMBER - 70-14C-B
