Jim
Griffin GA

Dec 26, 2013

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Quality Toll At A Fair Price

Handy size and weight for a small axe/hatchet.

Sean Antill
northwestern idaho

Mar 11, 2014

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

axe

My only wish was that it had just a little longer handle but I'm a big guy and got a hell of a swing so will worry about that if and when it break's as for the axe it's self awsum it goes with me all the time now just a great tool very happy with it hold's a great edge have already fallen sum stuff bigger then you mite believe for fire wood as it it that time of year here in Idaho just a great little axe Thanks guys will recommend this to anyone looking for a great axe at a great price Sean Antill

Aaron D
Coastal northern California

Feb 12, 2014

Pros: Construction, Handle Material

Cons: None

Excellent head just changing the handle to 23 inch hickory

Its head is high quality but the handle is to short. Although it is forged well enough for me to give it a five. I can hardly wait to try it with a twenty three inch hickory handle.

Peter
Akron, Oh

Aug 21, 2013

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Great Copy of Classic

Outstanding quality and workmanship. When I first got it the head was loose. Knifecenter was great about taking it back. It took a while to get a replacement due to item being on back order but it was worth the wait. With my chopping block, this cuts branches down to kindling effortlessly. Way better than any knife. I give this my strongest recomendation.

Gilbert
north carolina

Jul 23, 2013

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Quick chop

I use this short handled axe to trim tree limbs and other chopping tasks that require precise cutting. It is industrial strength having a very sharp edge and being carbon steel is built to last any lifetime of use with proper care. The protective sheath is outstanding in quality.

Ieatcaribou
Alaska

Jun 27, 2018

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Best axe for the money

This is my go to axe when I need to chop wood up here in Alaska. I'm amazed by some of the reviews who complain about the "rustic" look or that it's not made in the USA; it's an AXE! They clearly didn't do any research and are unable to look at pictures before they purchase something. Condor has been around for a long time and is very highly regarded in the blade/axe industry. This axe is 1060 carbon steel (lightly oil it), takes a great edge and feels comfortable. Anyone with experience in axes knows you're not supposed to put a razors edge on them because if you hit a knot or obstruction (nail, etc.) you'll roll the edge. Axes have a sharp, wedge like edge and this one comes with a perfect grind. I've had mine for 4 years and put it through it's paces and it still looks and performs like the day I bought it. The only thing I've done is burnt and oiled the handle a bit to give it MORE of a rustic look. If you buy one you won't be disappointed. 1060 carbon steel is a fantastic steel for axes!

L W
Riverdale, GA

Apr 18, 2013

Pros: Construction, Handle Material

Cons: None

Condor Greenland Pattern Axe 5-1/2" Carbon Steel Head

I have both small Wetterlings and Gransforbruks and babied them. I bought this axe with the intention to use it for everyday use, what surprising me is: this axe is well made, have great balance and the cutting edge is sharp out of the box. it holds the edge very well. I really like it. I know it's not a Gränsfors Bruks or a Wetterlings but for the money, you can't beat it.

Arbiter
Michigan

Aug 17, 2013

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Excellent quality tool

Nicely made with excellent fit and finish. Sharp enough out of the box to put to immediate use. Would serve as a top notch camping/hunting/survival prep tool. Well done Condor.

Bernie
Battle Ground, Wa

Mar 18, 2021

Pros: Construction, Head Material

Cons: None

good buy

I just received this ax and i am pleased. I was contemplating one of these spending Swedish axes, but saw this at knife Center. Condor makes good stuff at a fair price so I took a chance. I like the extra length handle it fits fine in my day pack. I tried the ax on an old dead apple tree, the damn thing might as well have been petrified. The ax cut well and stayed sharp. My only problem was the handle is very thick and can be hard to hold on. My hands are not by any measure small. Not a major problem. The handle grain is not perfect, but neither is the grain on those comparable very expensive Swedes. It is well made I would buy this ax again.

Spencer J
NJ

Mar 07, 2013

Pros: None

Cons: None

Also

Just wanted to add in without putting in any pros and cons in this review, this axe is at a not great but TREMENDOUS price for its great quality most of the ones I find are double this price or more.

Spencer J
NJ

Mar 06, 2013

Pros: None

Cons: None

People don't know there stuff

Guys, stop listening too these other reviews they don't know what they are talking about. All they know is how it looks and the edge if it. It's nice good sturdy carbon steel type 1045 I think. This particular type of carbon steel is my favorite as a long time bushcrafter/survivalist. Now, it does have a rustic look to it but that is how it's made, it also proves how they don't use much if any factory machinery. The edge isn't the sharpest, but if you give it a good one and not be lazy, it will last a life time. This is not for beginners so if your just starting out I'd suggest a simple hardware store axe or even a Colman. The handle is the best you can find and won't break on you. The only complaint I will ever have about this great hatchet is ther is no belt loop. But if your creative like me and know the materials you can make one. So while it needs a bit of work its a Great axe, and in my opinion one of the best in the world.

Kyler
British Columbia

Nov 28, 2016

Pros: Construction

Cons: None

Great backwoods companion

I have recently purchased this hatchet and am very pleased with it. Great sheath, quality grain hickory handle, excellent weight and feel. It has been happily added to my hard-use bushcraft tools. Not the same quality as my wetterlings forest axe but still a fantastic tool. It has replaced an old steel with wood scale handle carpenter axe I was using. It was heavy and had an unintuitive feel. My forest axe was just a bit too long to be convenient on many of my adventures. The greenland pattern axe is a great buy

Jimmy J
Raleigh, NC

Feb 15, 2012

Pros: Head Material

Cons: None

Rustic hatchet axe

My dad always called an axe this size a hatchet axe and said it was the perfect camping and woodsman tool. I had a Craftsman brand hatchet axe for years and still do but it is in bad bad shape. Heard good things about Condor brand so I ordered one of these. Thought I was buying American so that was my fault. These are made in El Salvador I think. The head is a very rustic forging and the edge is more like a wedge than a knife edge. It is going to take some work to make it sharp. Sheath is just that. There is no belt loop.

Jimmy James
Raleighwood, NC

Feb 09, 2012

Pros: Handle Material, Head Material

Cons: None

not impressed

Not impressed with the quality of this axe. Head is very RUSTIC in it's forging and appearance. Grind and polish is not executed very well. Not sure how sharp and axe is supposed to be but this one would not cut hot butter. Should have saved my money and spent 2X on Scandinavian brand since evidently no one can make a good axe in this country. Only positives are weight, proportion and feel, good balance.

Pcd
Amarillo, Tx

Apr 01, 2015

Pros: Handle Material

Cons: None

Its Okay

I just got this axe/hatchet and have not had a chance to use it in the field. I do like the feel and the sheath however, the edge was very dull and there is a hairline crack in the handle. I spent a few minutes with a file and a stone and was able to sharpen it. I am not sure if I will return it due to the hairline crack. The handle has a good feel and the grain orientation is good. It did not take long to sharpen and like I said, the sheath is very nice. In fact, I may try and bye extra sheaths for my other axes/hatchets. Overall, I would say its better than the cheap axe you buy at your local hardware/sporting store but thats about it. Maybe in the field, I will be pleasantly surprised? I did apply a couple of coats of Teague Oil to the handle and added a landyard. Peace PCD