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product_id: 69208121
title: "840511 Arvika 5 Star Racing Axe - 4.5 lb Head, 32\" Handle"
brand: "hults bruk"
price: "$616.63"
currency: USD
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reviews_count: 12
category: "Hults Bruk"
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# 32" curved American hickory handle 4.5 lb forged Swedish steel head Includes premium leather sheath 840511 Arvika 5 Star Racing Axe - 4.5 lb Head, 32" Handle

**Brand:** hults bruk
**Price:** $616.63
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🪓 Own the legacy. Master the cut. Dominate the wood.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 840511 Arvika 5 Star Racing Axe - 4.5 lb Head, 32" Handle by hults bruk
- **How much does it cost?** $616.63 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- hults bruk enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hults bruk brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ergonomic Power Handle:** Curved American hickory handle treated with linseed oil for durability and superior grip during intense chopping.
- • **Customizable Racing Edge:** Designed for advanced users to profile and tune, unlocking peak performance and personalized cutting dynamics.
- • **Heritage Forged Excellence:** Hand-forged since 1697 at historic Hults Bruk forge, blending tradition with precision.
- • **Precision-Tuned Performance:** Expertly tempered Swedish steel holds a razor-sharp edge that endures heavy use and repeated sharpening.
- • **Versatile Hardwood Champion:** Wide Tasmanian profile excels on tough Australian hardwoods, perfect for felling, splitting, and standing chops.

## Overview

The Hults Bruk 840511 Arvika 5 Star Racing Axe features a 4.5 lb hand-forged Swedish steel head paired with a 32-inch curved American hickory handle. Designed for professional-grade chopping and splitting, it offers exceptional edge retention and tuneability, making it ideal for both racing and heavy-duty woodwork. Each axe includes a premium leather sheath and carries a heritage of craftsmanship dating back to 1697.

## Description

Designed for use on Australian hardwood, the wide Tasmanian axe profile makes large V-shaped cuts in hard, knotty or frozen wood. The axe head is secured to a solid 32-inch American hickory handle with both a steel and wooden wedge. A great axe for practicing the standing chop, or as a workhorse for felling and splitting. Arvika was its own forge in Sweden. In the early 1960s, Arvika ceased production and Hults Bruk purchased the brand and 5-Star pattern. For the next 50-years, Hults Bruk continued selling the Arvika 5-Star in select markets, making it a sought-after axe in the United States where it was previously unavailable until now. The cutting edge is approximately 5.5-inches in length. Note: all Hults Bruk axes are hand forged, so there may be slight variations from axe to axe.

Review: 5 out of 5 stars Highly tuneable racing/work axe with excellent steel and mass distribution - I purchased the Hults Bruk 840511 Arvika 5 Star Racing Axe (4.5 lb head, 32" handle) as a performance platform, and it has proven to be exceptionally well designed and highly tuneable. The steel and heat treatment are excellent. The temper favors toughness and edge stability over extreme hardness, which is exactly what you want in an impact tool. Under hard hardwood use, the edge shows controlled wear rather than chipping, and the steel responds very predictably to files and stones. This makes it easy to tune, maintain, and keep working without fear of brittle failure. One of the strongest indicators of the Arvika’s quality is its tuneability. After profiling and thinning the bit to a working/racing geometry, my fully tuned head finished at 4.0 lbs, down from the factory 4.5 lbs. Despite the weight reduction, performance increased dramatically. This shows that the factory head carries useful mass in the right places, allowing material to be removed without compromising strength or stability. With the tuned geometry, the axe is a beast when swung. It bites exceptionally deep, carries through the cut cleanly, and releases chips efficiently without binding. The cheeks provide proper support behind the edge, allowing an aggressive profile while maintaining edge stability. The head tracks true and remains predictable even when pushed hard. Although marketed as a racing axe, it is best described as a racing/work hybrid. Out of the box it is conservative and durable; once tuned, it becomes a high-performance cutter that still retains the toughness needed for real use. This makes it far more versatile than ultra-thin, purpose-built race axes. With a properly fitted handle and correct hang, the 4 lb tuned head delivers excellent swing dynamics. Acceleration is smooth, momentum carries naturally, and shock transfer is controlled. It rewards good technique and inspires confidence during sustained work. Summary: Excellent steel and forgiving heat treatment Extremely responsive to profiling and tuning Lost 0.5 lb in tuning with significant performance gain Deep bite, clean chip release, predictable edge behavior Durable enough for work, capable enough for racing This is a true 5-star axe. If you want a head that can be safely thinned, tuned aggressively, and pushed hard without becoming fragile, the Hults Bruk Arvika is an outstanding choice.
Review: Good Quality Axe - Husband loved this axe! Very durable and good quality. Ordered and it came the next day. He was really happy with the sharpness and weight.

## Features

- The axe head is hand forged at the historic Hults Bruk, a forge that has been in operation since 1697.
- Each axe is made from high-quality Swedish axe steel, expertly tempered to hold a very sharp edge even after repeated sharpening.
- Curved American hickory handle, sanded, protected with linseed oil
- Each axe comes with a leather sheath.
- The Arvika is designed to be profiled and customized by the end-user, a practice recommended only for those with experience.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0777TXL2T |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #351,707 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #330 in Gardening Axes |
| Blade Edge | Sharp, plain edge |
| Blade Length | 5.5 Inches |
| Blade Material | Swedish Steel |
| Brand | Hults Bruk |
| Color | Silver, Brown |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (62) |
| Date First Available | November 7, 2017 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 07391408405119 |
| Handle Material | Hickory Wood |
| Head Type | Splitting Maul |
| Head Weight | 4.5 Pounds |
| Included Components | Sheath |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 1.94 pounds |
| Item model number | 840511 |
| Manufacturer | Hults Bruk |
| Part Number | 840511 |
| Product Dimensions | 32"L x 1.3"W |
| Recommended Uses For Product | chopping, felling, splitting |
| Style | Axe |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Hults Bruk
- **Color:** Silver, Brown
- **Handle Material:** Hickory Wood
- **Head Type:** Splitting Maul
- **Product Dimensions:** 32"L x 1.3"W

## Images

![840511 Arvika 5 Star Racing Axe - 4.5 lb Head, 32" Handle - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/617iCEZAj3L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can this be used for felling and splitting? if only one, which one?**
A: Its meant for felling as it is very sharp and thin but can split small pieces of wood about 3to 5 inches long as it is not wide enough to split the wood great axe for felling not meant for splitting but can split small pieces

**Q: Does this come with leather blade guard?**
A: No it does not come with blade guard.

**Q: Do you offer a blade guard for this axe?**
A: No does not come with guard

**Q: What is the weight of the head of the axe?**
A: 4.5lbs

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 out of 5 stars Highly tuneable racing/work axe with excellent steel and mass distribution
*by A***H on December 31, 2025*

I purchased the Hults Bruk 840511 Arvika 5 Star Racing Axe (4.5 lb head, 32" handle) as a performance platform, and it has proven to be exceptionally well designed and highly tuneable. The steel and heat treatment are excellent. The temper favors toughness and edge stability over extreme hardness, which is exactly what you want in an impact tool. Under hard hardwood use, the edge shows controlled wear rather than chipping, and the steel responds very predictably to files and stones. This makes it easy to tune, maintain, and keep working without fear of brittle failure. One of the strongest indicators of the Arvika’s quality is its tuneability. After profiling and thinning the bit to a working/racing geometry, my fully tuned head finished at 4.0 lbs, down from the factory 4.5 lbs. Despite the weight reduction, performance increased dramatically. This shows that the factory head carries useful mass in the right places, allowing material to be removed without compromising strength or stability. With the tuned geometry, the axe is a beast when swung. It bites exceptionally deep, carries through the cut cleanly, and releases chips efficiently without binding. The cheeks provide proper support behind the edge, allowing an aggressive profile while maintaining edge stability. The head tracks true and remains predictable even when pushed hard. Although marketed as a racing axe, it is best described as a racing/work hybrid. Out of the box it is conservative and durable; once tuned, it becomes a high-performance cutter that still retains the toughness needed for real use. This makes it far more versatile than ultra-thin, purpose-built race axes. With a properly fitted handle and correct hang, the 4 lb tuned head delivers excellent swing dynamics. Acceleration is smooth, momentum carries naturally, and shock transfer is controlled. It rewards good technique and inspires confidence during sustained work. Summary: Excellent steel and forgiving heat treatment Extremely responsive to profiling and tuning Lost 0.5 lb in tuning with significant performance gain Deep bite, clean chip release, predictable edge behavior Durable enough for work, capable enough for racing This is a true 5-star axe. If you want a head that can be safely thinned, tuned aggressively, and pushed hard without becoming fragile, the Hults Bruk Arvika is an outstanding choice.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Quality Axe
*by D***E on January 5, 2026*

Husband loved this axe! Very durable and good quality. Ordered and it came the next day. He was really happy with the sharpness and weight.

### ⭐⭐ Leather sheath wasn't included
*by K***E on January 7, 2026*

Good axe but didn't come with leather sheath as originally advertised. Will give more stars if problem is fixed in the future.

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