Sound knowledge of a product increases its value and life. The axe user therefore needs information – The Axe Book is one source, our courses and Gränsfors Axe Museum are others. Have you read the axe book that follows when purchasing your axe? #gransforsbruk #responsiblymadeinsweden 🪓 🪓 🪓 🪓 🪓 #axe #yxor #bushcraft #outdoors #craftmanship…

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We always work on optimizing our production to lower energy consumption and less negative impact on the environment. One of the things we have done is that we have eliminated unnecessary grinding, polishing, painting and use of epoxy adhesive for the handle. #gransforsbruk #responsiblymadeinsweden 🪓 🪓 🪓 🪓 🪓 #axe #yxor #bushcraft #outdoors #craftmanship #blacksmith

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In the well-equipped course forge,with direct connection to Gränsfors Bruk axe factory, a lot of people have over the years gained their first insight into the fascinating world of blacksmithing There is only a few spots left on this autumns forging courses - read more in our story! #gransforsbruk #responsiblymadeinsweden 🪓 🪓 🪓 🪓 🪓…

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The axe is one of the oldest tools used by mankind. 🪓 If you don't have had the chance to visit Gränsfors Yxmuseum, but still wants to learn more, we have collected information about the history of the axe and its symbolic value on Gransforsbruk.com This replica of an Shepherds Axe is forged by @ritterforge…

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Even a few minutes in nature decreases the stress levels in your body so if your having a busy week - take some time outdoor with your axe! Here are some tips from us: ☕ Build a fire and take your coffee outdoors 🌲 Do some wood carving 🪓 Care for your axe with oil…

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Peeking between the pages, where the steel meets the art of forging by Gränsfors Bruk. Delve into the timeless craft of forging, and the history of the axe. The book is a declaration of love to the axe. #Craftsmanship #Axelove . . . #gransforsbruk #responsiblymadeinsweden 🪓 🪓 🪓 🪓 🪓 #axe #yxor #bushcraft #outdoors #craftmanship…

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MEET OUR WORKERS We've asked some questions to Stefan, who has been working as a grinder at Gränsfors Bruk since September 2022. What is the best thing about your job? I would say the best thing about my work here at Gränsfors Bruk is being a part of preserving a historical craft tradition. It's a…

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Nature matters to us. Therefore the materials we use are carefully chosen regarding what happens when the axe finally reaches the end of its useful life. The steel can be recycled, and both the leather sheath and handle will decompose, so no waste is created. #gransforsbruk #responsiblymadeinsweden 🪓 🪓 🪓 🪓 🪓 #axe #yxor #bushcraft…

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TAKE CARE OF YOUR AXE Axes should be kept in a dry place, but not so dry or warm that the handle risks shrinking in the axe head. Make sure that the bit and the sheath are not wet when you put on the sheath. Oil the axe head before the axe is put away…

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Gränsfors Wildlife Hatchet is a very versatile and lightweight axe, perfect to bring with you on your adventures! This one is forged by smith Jonas Berglund. Do you know who forged your axe? #gransforsbruk #responsiblymadeinsweden 🪓 🪓 🪓 🪓 🪓 #axe #yxor #bushcraft #outdoors #craftmanship #blacksmith

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ROUGH GRINDING The edge of the axe is clipped to shape in the forging, but is still several millimetres thick. The first thing the worker has to do therefore is to grind the edge with coarse paper to create the correct bevel and angle of the edge All models are ground freehand using a grinding…

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