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Fiskars X11 Splitting Axe 17 Inch
Last Updated: August 6, 2019 (Refresh Now)
9.4
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Build Quality
179axe, splitting, split, maul, splits
+83%
-17%
" ... So much better than my old axe, but the handle feels a bit light given that it is hollow, but the material used might just be strong enough to hold up to rigorous use. ... "
" ... It's also very durable. ... If it was a wooden handled axe/maul, it would probably be in 2 pieces right now. ... I strongly recommend this axe if you're needing to split wood. ... "
" ... good job splitting wood . ... "
" ... My husband thought it made splitting wood easy and a comfortable handle. ... "
" ... Splitting wood has never been easier. ... "
" ... Received Axe today immediately took to wood pile and well, great actually had to lessen my normal swing and at 68 yrs every little bit helps. ... "
" ... It seems like a very well built tool. ... "
" ... Handle could use a little more shock absorber but splits great ... "
Comfort
97splitting, split, wood, swing, maul
+81%
-19%
" ... The grip is comfortable to hold, it absorbs the shock of impact well, and the 36" shaft helps physics do it's job in the process of efficiently splitting wood. ... "
" ... I find it works as well as a 6 pound maul, but I can swing it much easier and with less strain on my body. ... "
" ... If you split wood by hand, this tool is a must. ... "
" ... Got it on time started using it right away I like the weight of it I was skeptical at first I thought i just wasted my money because of weight but when i started to split fire wood I was amazed how good of job it done on splitting hardwood made my job easier very sharp and holds a good edge I would recommend this to anyone ... "
" ... Lightweight head and handle makes this easy to use. ... "
" ... I’ll be interested to see how the bit and the neck hold up after some use, but initial impressions are very positive. ... "
" ... I'm too busy splitting wood right now to tell you how awesome this thing is! ... "
" ... This is hands down, by far the best axe I’ve ever owned! ... "
Size
58handle, axe, splitting, size and weight, maul
+97%
-3%
" ... I love the size of this axe. ... "
" ... Excellent for splitting medium sized firewood. ... "
" ... Weight proportion is good as well and the handle seems to be quite strong. ... "
" ... Not too heavy and unwieldy, yet splits with ease. ... "
" ... I’m 6’ and this axe is perfect for my size. ... "
" ... Large splits or small, it’s fantastic. ... "
" ... the perfect weight for an axe IMO ... "
" ... The polymer handle is durable and lightweight. ... "
Hair
48wood, cuts, cutting, splitting, logs
+90%
-10%
" ... I kept the blade razor sharp with a bench grinder and figured that's as good as it gets. ... "
" ... Holds its edge and cuts well. ... "
" ... Cuts better with less effort than my hickory handle axe. ... "
" ... Couldn’t be happier with this axe’s ability to cut wood! ... "
" ... I’ve always been a fan of Fiskars – their cutting tools always provide good performance at a very fair price. ... "
" ... Easy to swing and cuts. ... "
" ... This axe cuts wood effortlessly, best axe I've ever owned and at 64, I've owned a few. ... "
" ... This ax is the finest wood cutting implement ever devised. ... "
Ease of Use
40sharp, axe, easy to swing, splits, logs
+98%
-3%
" ... It took me a few swings to get the feel for it but once I did, went pretty easy. ... "
" ... Easy to swing and splits logs easily. ... "
" ... Just easy, explosive splitting, time after time. ... "
" ... Great axe, sharp, strong and easy to use. ... "
" ... Very sharp and easy to handle. ... "
" ... Much easier than swinging a maul. ... "
" ... Light and easy to use. ... "
" ... easy to use. ... "
Weight
38axe, swing, splitting, maul, distribution
+97%
-3%
" ... Half the weight and does twice the work of a 8lb maul. ... "
" ... With the lighter weight, this tool is a pleasure to use and it takes a beating. ... "
" ... Good size/ weight. ... "
" ... This works great it's light weight enough that a woman can use this tool. ... "
" ... This thing splits the toughest oak, the light weight makes it accurate, and the job seems to fly by. ... "
" ... the perfect weight for an axe IMO ... "
" ... The weight distribution and noticed end make it easy to make a smooth stroke. ... "
" ... Good balance, effcient splitting head, & surprisingly light for head weight. ... "
Price
34money, axe, well worth, worth the money, worth every penny
+91%
-9%
" ... Worth the price I paid for it. ... "
" ... Worth the buy. ... "
" ... The cost is worth it and I have not found a better splitting maul. ... "
" ... Fiskar axes are simply great for the price. ... "
" ... Well worth the investment. ... "
" ... Great splitting axe without having to spend over $150+! ... "
" ... It's worth the money. ... "
" ... For the price one of the best you can get. ... "
Overall performance
27axe, done, tool, split, sharp
+100%
" ... Easily the best tool for the job. ... "
" ... I've split two small loads of wood with this so far and it does the job nicely. ... "
" ... This axe did its job! ... "
" ... Does the job well. ... "
" ... It's almost as if you can't move the split stuff out of the way fast enough. ... "
" ... easy of use and does the JOB ... "
" ... Well constructed and does the job. ... "
" ... Got the job done. ... "
Cables
27split, axe, wood, oak, cord of wood
+93%
-7%
" ... (Which once you get in the groove is significantly faster than an average hydraulic splitter). ... "
" ... It splits logs with ease, much easier than my other heavier splitter. ... "
" ... Best splitter ever in 25 years of splitting wood. ... "
" ... Best wood splitter made. ... "
" ... It was a pleasure to split a cord or so of wood. ... "
" ... Works better then any other I have ever purchased, and I normally split about 2-3 cords of wood every year for the last 10 years. ... "
" ... This solid beast has split 7 cords of Maple, Oak and Beech with ease!!. ... "
" ... I’ve chopped 2 cords with it so longevity I can’t speak for. ... "
Fit
25wedge, axe, splitting, pieces, edge well
+76%
-24%
" ... The angle of the wedge is just right for general splitting: not too aggressive, but more than enough to make the vast majority of pieces a one-swing job. ... "
" ... The steel is both hard and tough and holds an edge well, although hitting a rock may introduce small chips. ... All in all, I was surprised at how well the edge held . ... "
" ... Im 5'8" and about 140 lbs, and this thing is just the right fit. ... "
" ... Holds its edge and cuts well. ... "
" ... Edge is holding up as well. ... "
" ... Excellent axe very sharp edge and holds it amazingly well. ... "
" ... Well made and hold it edge well and fairly well balanced. ... "
" ... If I had a good tool holster, I'd probably put it on my belt. ... I'm planning to get a nice leather sheath to put over it, and leave the clunky holster included at home. ... "
Design
25wood, axe, splitting, splits, fiskars
+96%
-4%
" ... Really feels a lot lighter than it is. ... "
" ... maul for the big pieces of wood. ... "
" ... Still looks like new and splits like a champ. ... "
" ... Fiskars design and manufacturing is flawless. ... "
" ... The most beautiful thing is that does not stuck in the firewood. ... "
" ... Looks like someone took about two swings with it. ... "
" ... Great for splitting wood as designed. ... "
" ... Keeps it's edge. ... "
Product Reliability
16working, axe, years ago, year, months
+75%
-25%
" ... Soo this bad boy showed up the week i started a new job . ... "
" ... Only the lighter Fiskars I purchased 12 years ago was anywhere as good - still good. ... "
" ... Has completely quit using his maul. ... "
" ... Only time will tell how it will work over the next months, etc. ... "
" ... It did in regular life. ... "
" ... I have used it and abused it and it keeps working perfectly! ... "
" ... I've had this for four years now and can't say enough good things about it. ... "
" ... I see I bought this three years ago. ... "
For Travel
15axe, wood, trip, split, splitting
+93%
-7%
" ... Bought it for our camping trip to northern AZ. ... "
" ... I like the 23.5" length for camping or for winter backpacking when fire is central to my shelter plan and a hawk/hatchet just doesn't process wood quickly enough. ... "
" ... I haven’t split a cord of wood like some, just bought it for splitting wood when camping. ... "
" ... He really likes it for camping! ... "
" ... I'm convinced this axe has saved me an eventual trip to the ER had I continued to use the maul this thing replaced. ... "
" ... I split 12" round pine while camping last week, split finer pieces for kindling. ... "
" ... We went camping to sequoia and it handle itself beautifully. ... "
" ... I would gladly take this hiking all day. ... "
For Kids
15year old, splitting, son, axe, wood
+100%
" ... I had my 7 year old grandson out there with the little axe today and we both stayed out there enjoying the fresh air and the sound of axes cracking against firewood. ... "
" ... Kids can even use it. ... "
" ... I've been splitting wood with mauls, sledges and wedges since I was a kid. ... "
" ... This is my 13 year old daughter who never split a log before in her life. ... "
" ... My son loves this splitting axe. ... "
" ... Husband loves it. ... "
" ... This tool makes splitting firewood, child’s play. ... "
" ... Made son in-laws best Christmas present ever! ... "
As Gift
15bought, son, someone, law, christmas
+100%
" ... This was a gift for a colleague, and she knew what she wanted. ... "
" ... I expect this one to last for a long time, so the next one I buy will have to be a gift. ... "
" ... Great gift idea! ... "
" ... Made son in-laws best Christmas present ever! ... "
" ... Bought as a gift for my husband. ... "
" ... This was a gift for someone. ... "
" ... This was a gift for my brother in law. ... "
" ... I bought this as a gift for someone. ... "
For Fun
13easy, axe, makes splitting wood, ton, actually
+100%
" ... Fun tool to use every so often. ... "
" ... Makes spitting wood easy (though still not a lot of fun LOL) ... "
" ... I have never used a full size axe before, and this was fun. ... "
" ... I have a hydraulic splitter for my tractor but this is way more fun. ... "
" ... Too easy and a ton of fun. ... "
" ... Great all purpose axe for chopping, splitting and having fun. ... "
" ... Makes splitting wood fun. ... "
" ... It was actually fun. ... "
Marketplace
13advertised, works, went, seller, picture
+100%
" ... I found this axe on amazon and couldn't be happier with it. ... "
" ... and went to town. ... I went on Amazon that evening to look up better axes. ... "
" ... Had to order from a UK seller on Amazon. ... "
" ... WORKS JUST LIKE ADVERTISED ... "
" ... thank~you .so much^^ ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised and seen on You Tube. ... "
" ... Works exactly as expected. ... "
" ... Just happened to find it on Amazon during Christmas specials and ordered it. ... "
Cleaning
10wood, dirt, axe, usually, split
+70%
-30%
" ... just a clean sharp edge. ... "
" ... Usually it is red oak or a mix of hardwood. ... "
" ... Was banking on a friend with a splitter to help clean up some applewood on my property. ... "
" ... They both bounce quite often, but when they don’t they usually split the wood clean through. ... "
" ... It's up to you to keep blade clean and sharp. ... "
" ... This splits fast and clean. ... "
" ... they were all clean hits Ie no metal or ground was hit. ... "
Features
9axe, works, handle, easy to use
+100%
" ... Light, dexterous, and fast. ... "
" ... This is so light. ... "
" ... Ladies, if you're looking for a light, but, powerful axe, this is the one! ... "
" ... It is super light. ... "
" ... The handle is light and puts the energy where it needs to be. ... "
" ... Light, but durable. ... "
" ... Light but solid axe ... "
" ... But it works for both functions. ... "
Capacity
5axe, wooded
+100%
" ... Great in the back of an SUV, truck, or at home. ... "
" ... My wife and I moved to a newly constructed home on a 3.5 acre wooded lot. ... "
" ... I was at a friend's house during the holidays and we had a bonfire going etc when he says, "Hey check this out" and pulls out his axe. ... "
" ... I'm a middle age homeowner in the Chicago area. ... "
Shave Quality
5razor
+100%
" ... Ive even used it to shave kindling to start fires. ... "
" ... Razor sharp and thinks it’s a splitting maul. ... "
" ... it's razor sharp and heavy. ... "
" ... Smooth and better than the rest. ... "
Weight Tracking
5tool, splitting, axe, weight and balance
+100%
" ... Love the weight and heft of this axe. ... "
" ... I owned various log splitting axes and first was skeptical of the light weight of this axe, until I tried it. ... "
" ... The weight and balance of this tool is right on. ... "
" ... I needed more weight to split the spruce we have in our area and this tool does not disappoint. ... "
Video Playback
5reviews, videos, ax
+100%
" ... After reading many reviews and watching YouTube videos about this ax, we purchased this ax. ... "
" ... I did all the product reviews and YouTube videos to determine what I wanted. ... "
" ... This video says it all. ... "
" ... i will be up loading some videos later to chow. ... "
" ... Fiskar has YouTube videos on how to size yourself up for the right model than I went to the local store and sized it up. ... "
Delivery
5arrived, used, shipping, opened, fast
+80%
-20%
" ... Quality is exceptional, and shipping was perfect! ... "
" ... I just received the axe today. ... "
" ... Shipping was fast . ... "
Drying
5dry, split, rounds, cutting, splits
+100%
" ... Wear steel toe boots because this thing is really sharp and comes through dry wood like a hot knife through butter. ... "
" ... I found out i should be letting the wood dry out before cutting it some it will be easier to chop ... "
" ... I think it is better suited to dry wood or smaller rounds. ... "
" ... With reasonable dry wood under 18" in diameter or so you can almost always split the round with a single shot. ... "
" ... This is a great tool, pops dry wood, splits green easily. ... "
Product As Described
4works, picture, like, exactly
+100%
" ... WORKS JUST LIKE ADVERTISED ... "
" ... Works exactly as expected. ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised and seen on You Tube. ... "
" ... This is a beautiful hatchet and it does come with the protective cover, despite not seeing it in any of the product pictures. ... "
Food Items
4butter, hot knife, wife, stove, slices
+100%
" ... Like a hot knife in butter ... "
" ... My wife and I recently moved into a home that has a wood burning stove. ... "
" ... This thing goes through wood like a hot knife through butter. ... "
" ... I'm not sure how long it would last if you relied on wood for all of your heating and cooking. ... "
For Running
3fantastic
+100%
" ... It's also a great workout. ... "
" ... My first workout with the axe was fantastic . ... "
Software Platform
3grade, axe
+100%
" ... Root work is usually done below grade, so the extra length was perfect. ... "
" ... Durability update TBD. ... "
" ... If you're not familiar, google it. ... "
Cooling
3+100%
" ... Keeping us warm and cozy all winter long in MN! ... "
" ... Possibly take it to a professional with a water cooled grinder. ... "
Ports
3log, logs
+100%
" ... Faster than a maul or log splitter. ... "
" ... It splits logs with ease, much easier than my other heavier splitter. ... "
Storage
3wood, taller, split, handle, diameter
+100%
" ... It seems like the longer shaft of the x27 is being advertised for taller people, but you can also look at it this way: With a longer shaft, a small deviation or angle on the grip will translate into a larger deviation of the intended strike point on the log, when comparing with an ax with a shorter shaft. ... "
" ... I will have a huge tub of perfectly split kindling in no time now. ... "
" ... If you're average or slightly tall, the 28-inch handle is perfect. ... "
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