Axe Makers Since 1844

wuppertal, germany

A FORGE WITH OVER 175 YEARS OF HISTORY

Helko Werk started in Cronenberg, Germany by a member of the Helsper family in 1844. We quickly earned a reputation as manufacturers of high quality hatchets and axes and by the early 20th century were exporting around the world. Today, Helko Werk are recognised as some of the finest forestry tools available.

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Traditional Spaltaxt
splitting axe.

a lighweight splitting axe with heavyweight abmitions
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Fitted 'Flexfit' Baseball Caps

Fitted Baseball Cap | Multicam Black
Fitted Baseball Cap | Multicam Black
$33.00
Fitted Baseball Cap | Multicam Green
Fitted Baseball Cap | Multicam Green
$33.00
Fitted Baseball Cap | Black
Fitted Baseball Cap | Black
$33.00
Fitted Baseball Cap | Dark Navy
Fitted Baseball Cap | Dark Navy
$33.00
Fitted Baseball Cap | French Navy
Fitted Baseball Cap | French Navy
$33.00
Fitted Baseball Cap | Olive Green
Fitted Baseball Cap | Olive Green
$33.00
Fitted Baseball Cap | Khaki
Fitted Baseball Cap | Khaki
$33.00
Fitted Baseball Cap | Light Grey
Fitted Baseball Cap | Light Grey
$33.00

Traditional German
wide bit blades.

Rhineland pattern axe heads
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Traditional Collection

Black Forest Hatchet
Black Forest Hatchet
from $97.00
Black Forest Pack Axe
Black Forest Pack Axe
from $109.00
Black Forest 1000g Woodworker
Black Forest 1000g Woodworker
from $125.00
Black Forest 1250g Woodworker
Black Forest 1250g Woodworker
$135.00
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Black Forest 1600g Woodworker
Black Forest 1600g Woodworker
$141.00
Black Forest Spaltaxt
Black Forest Spaltaxt
$148.00
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Black Forest Spalthammer
Black Forest Spalthammer
$161.00
US Double Bit Felling Axe
US Double Bit Felling Axe
$250.00
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Heavyweight
splitting hammer.

Traditional spalthammer log splitter
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Logo T-Shirts

Men's classic Helko Logo Tee | Black
Men's classic Helko Logo Tee | Black
$26.00
Men's Classic Helko Logo Tee | Navy Blue
Men's Classic Helko Logo Tee | Navy Blue
$26.00
Men's Classic Helko Logo Tee | Charcoal Grey
Men's Classic Helko Logo Tee | Charcoal Grey
$26.00
Men's Classic Helko Logo Tee | Chocolate Brown
Men's Classic Helko Logo Tee | Chocolate Brown
$26.00
Men's classic Helko Logo Tee | Savana Brown
Men's classic Helko Logo Tee | Savana Brown
$26.00
Men's Classic Helko Logo Tee | Military Green
Men's Classic Helko Logo Tee | Military Green
$26.00
Men's Classic Helko Logo Tee | Burnt Orange
Men's Classic Helko Logo Tee | Burnt Orange
from $15.00
Men's Classic Helko Logo Tee | Cardinal Red
Men's Classic Helko Logo Tee | Cardinal Red
$26.00

Essential
bushcraft tools.

Traditional Rhineland pattern Black forest hatchet
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Neck Gaiters

Neck Gaiter | Bark Brown
Neck Gaiter | Bark Brown
$20.00
Neck Gaiter | Desert Khaki
Neck Gaiter | Desert Khaki
$20.00
Neck Gaiter | Olive Green
Neck Gaiter | Olive Green
$20.00
Neck Gaiter | Blaze Orange
Neck Gaiter | Blaze Orange
$20.00
Neck Gaiter | Helko Grey
Neck Gaiter | Helko Grey
$20.00
Neck Gaiter | Moss Green
Neck Gaiter | Moss Green
$20.00
Neck Gaiter | Carbon Black
Neck Gaiter | Carbon Black
$20.00
Neck Gaiter | Safety Red
Neck Gaiter | Safety Red
$20.00

Timeless classics.

a range of classic head patterns with a unique high polish finish
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Classic Collection

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Pathfinder Hatchet
Pathfinder Hatchet
from $103.00
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Journeyman Pack Axe
Journeyman Pack Axe
from $116.00
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Forester Axe
Forester Axe
$154.00
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Expedition Axe
Expedition Axe
$180.00
Tasmania Pattern Axe
Tasmania Pattern Axe
$167.00
US Double Bit Felling Axe
US Double Bit Felling Axe
$269.00
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Vario
system axe.

interchangable bolt on heads and handles
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Vario Collection

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Vario Hatchet
Vario Hatchet
$97.00
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Vario Universal Axe
Vario Universal Axe
$141.00
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Vario Light Splitting Axe
Vario Light Splitting Axe
$141.00
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Vario Scandinavian Splitting Axe
Vario Scandinavian Splitting Axe
$154.00
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Vario Heavy Universal Axe
Vario Heavy Universal Axe
$180.00
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Vario Heavy Log Splitter
Vario Heavy Log Splitter
$186.00
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Vario Replacement Handles
Vario Replacement Handles
from $52.00
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Vario Replacement Heads
Vario Replacement Heads
$35.00 from $25.00
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Vario Retaining Cap and Bolts
Vario Retaining Cap and Bolts
$26.00
Vario Handle Protector
$25.00
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Helko
Firesteel.

let's get the fire started
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Fitted Baseball Cap | Multicam Green Neck Gaiter | Carbon Black Ribbed knit beanie | Mustard Pride of Australia T-Shirt - Brown Pride of Australia T-Shirt - Blue

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NEW LOGO APPAREL

A range of practical items with the famous Helko Werk 'Crown and Axe' logo.

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Sharpening
& Maintenance.

Look after your axe and it will look after you
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Sharpening
& Maintenance.

Look after your axe and it will look after you
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Sharpening & Maintenance

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Double Sided Axe File
Double Sided Axe File
$22.00 from $13.00
Dual Grit Ceramic Axe Stone
Dual Grit Ceramic Axe Stone
$26.00
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Natural Axe Sharpening Stone
Natural Axe Sharpening Stone
$39.00 $26.00
Leather Strop
Leather Strop
from $20.00
Axe Stropping Compound
from $13.00
Swedish Linseed Oil 100ml
$13.00
Axe Wax
$13.00
Leather Cream
$13.00
Axe Care Wipes
Axe Care Wipes
$1.00
Leather Hatchet and Axe Sheaths
Leather Hatchet and Axe Sheaths
from $20.00
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Deluxe Full Head Leather Sheaths
Deluxe Full Head Leather Sheaths
from $45.00
Leather Handle Protector
Leather Handle Protector
from $26.00
Replacement Handles
Replacement Handles
from $26.00
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Classic Fire Steel
Classic Fire Steel
$13.00 $7.00
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250mm (6") Hex Fire Steel
250mm (6") Hex Fire Steel
$26.00 $20.00
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