Handforged axes
Since 1902
Why Gränsfors Bruk?
Everything that is produced requires resources, and all these resources have some impact on our environment and on people. The resources we use and what we use these resources for is a question of responsibility.
We see it as a combination of environmental, functional and human responsibility.
As a company, we have unlimited responsibility for the big picture and it is our obligation to work on these issues at all times in order to achieve more sustainable development in the world.
Gränsfors Bruk has been manufacturing hand-forged axes for over 100 years. Every single axe is designed specifically to fulfil a particular function, with a constant focus on high quality and area of application.
There has also been a strong focus on producing axes with sound green credentials, avoiding any unnecessary consumption of natural resources.
A lot of effort has also gone into developing a product while we care about the people who have created it.
With this in mind, Gränsfors Bruk has defined three criteria that must be met when we manufacture our axes.
- We shall manufacture axes with the best possible function for the axe’s area of application.
- We shall manufacture axes that have as little impact as possible in our environment.
- We shall manufacture axes with respect for the people who create them.
Making a good product from the above perspective is our way of showing responsibility to you, the person who will buy and use the product, to our environment and to our employees.
We do, however, acknowledge that there is even more to be done and we have therefore tried to take our corporate responsibility one step further through Agenda 2030.
From Steel to Axe
PRODUCTS
Gränsfors Bruk’s axes are divided into four different categories, based on their specific areas of use. The four categories are: Forest Axes, Splitting Axes, Log-building and Carpentry Tools and Double Bit Axes.
In addition to the axes, there is also a selection of other axe related products.
FOREST AXES
Gränsfors Forest Axes are made to be used in the forest for everything from felling large trees to limbing small logs
LOG-BUILDING & CARPENTRY TOOLS
Specially developed for use in log house building, carpentry and wood sculpting
The Book about Gränsfors Bruk
A company story from the heart of Hälsingland and a declaration of love for the axe.
COURSES
For more than ten years, Gränsfors Bruk has been running a range of courses in forging. The courses are available in different degrees of difficulty, depending on previous experience, and last a varying number of days depending of the course.
FORGING COURSES
At the well-equipped course forge have many people over the years had their first steps into the fascinating world of hot forging
News
Introducing the Small- & Medium Carving Axe
29 August, 2025
For years, the Gränsfors Large Carving Axe has been a trusted tool for woodworkers around the world. An iconic tool, shaped in collaboration with master craftsmen. Now, we are introducing two new versions: the Small Carving Axe and the Medium…
Discover the Art of Blacksmithing at Gränsfors Bruk
1 April, 2025
For over twenty years, blacksmithing courses have been held at Gränsfors Bruk. In our well-equipped forge, many have taken their first steps into the fascinating world of hot forging. The first courses of the year have started and more sessions…
Gränsfors Bruks Axe Day on May 24th
20 March, 2025
Welcome to Axe Day with a sloyd theme! Join us for a day filled with crafts and inspiration in the spring idyll of Gränsfors. Meet experienced craftspeople, take part in activities for the whole family, try out axes, and see…
Courses in Gränsfors 2025
3 December, 2024
For more than twenty years, forging courses have been organized at Gränsfors Bruk. In our well-equipped course forge a lot of people have over the years gained their first insight into the fascinating world of blacksmithing. Our courses are available…