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Happy Thursday, everyone! We’re excited to let ya’ll know that we’ve been making some changes, and our Carpenter’s Axe model is now refreshed.

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It still features the same straight bit design, but it now comes with a 21-inch handle and a 1lb. 8oz. head. And for those of you who prefer the same design in a smaller version, we’re also offering the Carpenter’s Axe with a 15-inch handle and a 1lb. 4oz. head. We’re excited about this one, and we look forward to hearing what ya’ll think of it!

For more information about the Carpenter’s Axe model, you can check out its page over here, or find it under the Axe Models page.

Thank you so much for stopping by the blog today, and we hope you have a wonderful rest of your week out there!

Mike’s Natural Timber Pup

By WolfValleyForge Posted on March 26, 2026 No Comments Tagged with axes made in the usa, outdoor, outdoorsman, survival, usa made, usa made axe, Wolf Valley Forge

Happy Thursday, everyone! We hope you’re having a great week. Spring has certainly sprung here, and we’re enjoying the Spring colors and the beautiful weather. For this week’s addition of the Model Spotlight Series, we’re checking out a custom Timber Pup axe. Thank you so much for ordering this one from us, Mr. Mike, and we hope you’re greatly enjoying your new little axe!

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This Timber Pup has a Natural Hickory handle with a Standard Belt Sheath in the Dark Brown color option. This one is classic, clean, and ready to work. You can check out most of the colors, sheaths, and custom options that we offer over on the Custom Options page.

For more information about the Timber Pup model, you can check out its page over here. And please don’t hesitate it reach out if you have any questions. Thank you so much for visiting the blog!

A ProCarver. A Kephart. A Bush Axe.

By WolfValleyForge Posted on March 19, 2026 No Comments Tagged with axes made in the usa, backwoodsman, usa made, Wolf Valley Forge

Happy Thursday, folks! We hope ya’ll are having a great week out there. For our Model Spotlight Series this week, we have a loaded post, checking out three models. These axes were all part of a spontaneous “Available Axe” posting this week, as we cleared out stock we had left over from 2025.

This ProCarver features a Chocolate Brown Hickory Handle and a Dark Brown leather sheath.

For more information about the ProCarver model, you can check out its page over here.

This little Kephart Reproduction Hatchet features a Chestnut Hickory Handle with a Dark Brown Sheath.

For more information about the Kephart model, you can check out its model page and more photos over here.

This Bush Axe features a Chocolate Brown Hickory Handle with a Standard Pack Sheath in the Rust color option.

For more information about the Bush Axe model, you can also check out its page over here.

Thank ya’ll so much for stopping by the blog today! Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us, if you have any questions about any of the axe models that we offer. We have hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead!

Amos’ Camp Axe

By WolfValleyForge Posted on March 13, 2026 No Comments Tagged with axes made in the usa, camp axe, Handforged Axe, outdoor, outdoorsman, usa made axe, Wolf Valley Forge

Happy Friday, folks! We hope you’re having a great day as we head into the weekend. We’ve had some cooler weather here after much rain, and things sure are greening up. In our Model Spotlight Series this week, we’re checking out a custom Camp Axe. (We hope you greatly enjoy this one, Mr. Amos!)

This Camp Axe has a Chestnut Hickory Handle with a Camp Axe-style Sheath. It’s classic, it’s cool, and it’s ready to work.

For more information about the Camp Axe model, you can out its model page over HERE. Thank ya’ll so much for stopping by the blog this week, and we hope you have a great weekend ahead!

Riley’s Canoe Axe

By WolfValleyForge Posted on March 5, 2026 No Comments Tagged with axes made in the usa, backwoodsman, handforged, hatchet, outdoor, outdoorsman, survival, usa made, usa made axe, Wolf Valley Forge

Happy Thursday, folks! We hope your week is going well. We sure are enjoying some beautiful Spring weather here in Alabama. In the Model Spotlight Series this week, we’re checking out a custom Canoe Axe. (Thank you so much for ordering this one from us, Riley, and we hope you greatly enjoy it!)

This Canoe Axe features a Chestnut Hickory Handle with a Standard Pack Sheath in the Rust-color option, along with the handle Cross Hatching option.

For more information about the Canoe Axe model, you can check out its model page over HERE. And please don’t hesitate to reach out, if you ever have any questions. Thank you so much for stopping by the blog today, and we hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead!

Haruya’s Natural Trekker Axe

By WolfValleyForge Posted on February 27, 2026 No Comments Tagged with axes made in the usa, backwoodsman, handforged, Handforged Axes, outdoor, outdoorsman, survival, usa made, usa made axe, Wolf Valley Forge

Happy Friday, folks! We hope you’re having a great wrap-up to the week, as we head towards the weekend. In the Model Spotlight Series this week, we’re checking out a custom Trekker Axe. Thank you so much for ordering this one from us, Mr. Haruya, and we hope you really enjoy it!

This Trekker Axe features a Natural Hickory Handle with the Standard Pack Sheath in the Rust color option. For more information about the options that we offer, you can check out the Custom Options page.

You can also find more information about the Trekker Axe model over on its models page HERE. Thank ya’ll so much for stopping by the blog today, and we hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead!

Paul’s Chipper Axe

By WolfValleyForge Posted on February 19, 2026 No Comments Tagged with axes made in the usa, handforged, hatchet, outdoor, survival, usa made axe, Wolf Valley Forge

Happy Thursday, everyone! In our Model Spotlight Series this week, we’re checking out a custom Chipper Axe. (Thank you so much for ordering this one from us, Mr. Paul, and we hope you’re greatly enjoying it!)

This Chipper Axe features a Chestnut Hickory Handle with a Standard Belt Sheath in Dark Brown Leather, and handle Cross Hatching. (For more information about the options that you can choose from, you can check out the Custom Options page over HERE.)

For more information about the Chipper Axe model or any of our other models, you can check out the Axe Models page over HERE. Thank you so much stopping by the blog today, and we hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead!

Aaron’s Carpenter’s Axe

By WolfValleyForge Posted on February 12, 2026 No Comments Tagged with axes made in the usa, camp axe, handforged, outdoor, survival, usa made, usa made axe, Wolf Valley Forge

Happy Thursday! In the Model Spotlight Series this week, we’re checking out a custom Carpenter’s Axe. Thank you so much for ordering this one, Mr. Aaron, and we hope you’re really enjoying it!

This Carpenter’s Axe features a Chocolate Brown Hickory Handle with a Leather Axe Collar, and an Extra-D-Ring-style Pack Sheath. It’s a pretty spiffy combination!

For more information about the Carpenter’s Axe model, you can check out its model page over HERE. We hope ya’ll have a wonderful weekend ahead, and thank you so much for stopping by the blog!

Introducing: The L.E. Axe

By WolfValleyForge Posted on February 6, 2026 No Comments Tagged with axes made in the usa, handforged, hatchet, outdoorsman, usa made, usa made axe, Wolf Valley Forge

We’re super excited about this handy, compact, tough and ready little axe. Meet The L.E. Axe!

The story behind the name — after I first developed this model a couple of years ago, I asked Karmen and Kristen (my wife, and my little girl, who was around two years old at the time) what they thought the name should be. Without hesitation, Kristen suggested the name of Ellie. (At the time, she happened to name about everything she owned Ellie, but she thought it would fit this little axe too.) With a slight modification, we introduce to you The Light Edition Axe, better known as The L.E. Axe.

This little axe is designed to be your companion for every day life, along the trail, biting off small limps, splitting kindling, and perfect for going up the tree with you if you use a climbing tree stand. It comes with a Standard Belt Sheath for easy carry, or you can throw it in your pack.

The L.E. Axe has a head weight of 10oz. with a 10-inch handle. So it truly is compact but ready, The Light Edition.

For more information about The L.E. Axe, we invite you to check out its model page over HERE. And please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about this model. We can’t wait to hear what ya’ll think of it!

Josh’s Nessmuk + Kephart Reproductions

By WolfValleyForge Posted on February 5, 2026 No Comments Tagged with axes made in the usa, backwoodsman, hatchet, horace kephart, Nessmuk, outdoorsman, survival, usa made, usa made axe, Wolf Valley Forge