The PEA Peavey Hudson Bay Axe with Blade Guard 28-in features a light wooden handle and a 5160 steel blade with a brown leather sheath, shown on a white background.
The PEA Peavey Hudson Bay Axe with Blade Guard 28-in, featuring a light wooden handle and a 5160 steel blade, is shown against a plain white background.
A close-up of the PEA Peavey Hudson Bay Axe with Blade Guard 28-in shows its 5160 steel head with a faint stamp and light wooden handle, photographed on a white background.
A close-up of the PEA Peavey Hudson Bay Axe with Blade Guard 28-in, featuring a metal head and light wooden handle, angled to show its sharp edge and wood grain, resting on a white background.

Peavey Hudson Bay Axe with Blade Guard 28-in

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The Peavey Hudson Bay Axe with Blade Guard combines a century-old American forging tradition with modern metallurgy, featuring a 2-pound head of 5160 steel hardened to 54-56 HRC for exceptional edge retention in a packable camping and bushcraft tool. This versatile axe from a family-run company dating to 1886 features a 3½-inch cutting edge and extended hardened poll, making it equally capable at chopping, splitting, and driving stakes.

Key Features:

  • 2-pound head forged from 5160 steel
  • Hardened to 54-56 HRC for superior edge retention
  • 3½-inch cutting edge
  • Extended hardened poll for balance and striking
  • 24-inch grade-A hickory handle
  • Head hafted proud for security
  • Vegetable-tanned leather sheath included
  • Made in USA since 1886

Specifications:

  • Head weight: 2 pounds
  • Steel: 5160 alloy
  • Hardness: 54-56 HRC
  • Cutting edge: 3½ inches
  • Handle length: 24 inches
  • Handle material: Grade-A hickory
  • Poll type: Extended and hardened
  • Sheath: Vegetable-tanned leather

Ideal for:

  • Camping and bushcraft
  • Trail maintenance
  • Small tree felling
  • Firewood processing
  • Rough carving and hewing
  • Driving stakes and wedges
  • Packable wilderness tools
  • Multi-purpose outdoor use

Benefits:

  • 5160 steel provides toughness with edge retention
  • Extended poll improves balance and adds functionality
  • Versatile size for one or two-handed use
  • Hardened poll withstands striking tasks
  • Proud hafting ensures secure head attachment
  • Leather sheath protects blade during transport
  • American heritage craftsmanship
  • Family company tradition ensures quality

Modern Steel, Traditional Craft: The choice of 5160 steel elevates this Hudson Bay axe beyond traditional carbon steel options. Originally developed for automotive springs, 5160 combines excellent toughness with the ability to achieve and maintain superior hardness—here optimized at 54-56 HRC for the perfect balance of edge retention and impact resistance. This means the 3½-inch cutting edge stays sharp through extensive use while resisting the chipping that harder steels might suffer during rough outdoor work. The extended hardened poll serves dual purposes: it improves overall balance by shifting weight back from the cutting edge, and it provides a striking surface tough enough to drive metal stakes and wedges without deformation. This transforms the axe from single-purpose chopper to multi-tool capable of handling diverse camp and bushcraft tasks.

Built for the Backcountry: The 24-inch handle length and 2-pound head weight create an ideal packable combination—light enough for extended carries yet substantial enough for serious work. The proud hafting technique, where the handle extends slightly through the eye, provides visual confirmation of secure attachment while allowing for future handle replacement if ever needed. Grade-A hickory selection ensures straight grain orientation for maximum strength and shock absorption. The vegetable-tanned leather sheath protects both blade and pack contents during transport while developing character through use. With 138 years of family ownership and American manufacturing behind it, Peavey maintains the hand-finishing standards that distinguish heirloom tools from mass production. Whether you're establishing camp, processing firewood, maintaining trails, or tackling unexpected wilderness challenges, this Hudson Bay axe delivers the versatility and reliability that backcountry confidence requires.

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In stock at 873 US-1, Woolwich, ME 04579 · Usually ready in 24 hours

In stock at 873 US-1, Woolwich, ME 04579

Peavey Hudson Bay Axe with Blade Guard 28-in

Available for pickup

873 US-1, Woolwich, ME 04579

Usually ready in 24 hours

873 U.S. 1
Woolwich ME 04579
United States

+12074427938

The Peavey Hudson Bay Axe with Blade Guard combines a century-old American forging tradition with modern metallurgy, featuring a 2-pound head of 5160 steel hardened to 54-56 HRC for exceptional edge retention in a packable camping and bushcraft tool. This versatile axe from a family-run company dating to 1886 features a 3½-inch cutting edge and extended hardened poll, making it equally capable at chopping, splitting, and driving stakes.

Key Features:

  • 2-pound head forged from 5160 steel
  • Hardened to 54-56 HRC for superior edge retention
  • 3½-inch cutting edge
  • Extended hardened poll for balance and striking
  • 24-inch grade-A hickory handle
  • Head hafted proud for security
  • Vegetable-tanned leather sheath included
  • Made in USA since 1886

Specifications:

  • Head weight: 2 pounds
  • Steel: 5160 alloy
  • Hardness: 54-56 HRC
  • Cutting edge: 3½ inches
  • Handle length: 24 inches
  • Handle material: Grade-A hickory
  • Poll type: Extended and hardened
  • Sheath: Vegetable-tanned leather

Ideal for:

  • Camping and bushcraft
  • Trail maintenance
  • Small tree felling
  • Firewood processing
  • Rough carving and hewing
  • Driving stakes and wedges
  • Packable wilderness tools
  • Multi-purpose outdoor use

Benefits:

  • 5160 steel provides toughness with edge retention
  • Extended poll improves balance and adds functionality
  • Versatile size for one or two-handed use
  • Hardened poll withstands striking tasks
  • Proud hafting ensures secure head attachment
  • Leather sheath protects blade during transport
  • American heritage craftsmanship
  • Family company tradition ensures quality

Modern Steel, Traditional Craft: The choice of 5160 steel elevates this Hudson Bay axe beyond traditional carbon steel options. Originally developed for automotive springs, 5160 combines excellent toughness with the ability to achieve and maintain superior hardness—here optimized at 54-56 HRC for the perfect balance of edge retention and impact resistance. This means the 3½-inch cutting edge stays sharp through extensive use while resisting the chipping that harder steels might suffer during rough outdoor work. The extended hardened poll serves dual purposes: it improves overall balance by shifting weight back from the cutting edge, and it provides a striking surface tough enough to drive metal stakes and wedges without deformation. This transforms the axe from single-purpose chopper to multi-tool capable of handling diverse camp and bushcraft tasks.

Built for the Backcountry: The 24-inch handle length and 2-pound head weight create an ideal packable combination—light enough for extended carries yet substantial enough for serious work. The proud hafting technique, where the handle extends slightly through the eye, provides visual confirmation of secure attachment while allowing for future handle replacement if ever needed. Grade-A hickory selection ensures straight grain orientation for maximum strength and shock absorption. The vegetable-tanned leather sheath protects both blade and pack contents during transport while developing character through use. With 138 years of family ownership and American manufacturing behind it, Peavey maintains the hand-finishing standards that distinguish heirloom tools from mass production. Whether you're establishing camp, processing firewood, maintaining trails, or tackling unexpected wilderness challenges, this Hudson Bay axe delivers the versatility and reliability that backcountry confidence requires.

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