"The Condor Tool & Knife Greenland Pattern Hatchet 2 1/4 Lbs. is made from 1060 High Carbon Tool Steel offering a 2 1/4 pound head and 26"" American Hickory Handle. A perfect size for hiking or backpacking the Greenland Pattern Hatchet comes with a high quality leather bit cover for safe carry. The straight toe and drop heal of the bit make the Greenland Pattern a fast and accurate chopper capable of making quick work of kindling or light limbing work. Head: 1060 High Carbon Tool Steel is heat treated to a 45-50 Hrc, delivering the kind of toughness you want in an axe. The head is forge finished on the side with a medium polish on the 4"" bit (edge) and pole. The straight edge and slight downward angle of the head help the Greenland Hatchet deliver precise chopping performance. Handle: The handle is made from a solid piece of American Hickory 26"" in length with a subtly curved profile which offers a secure, ergonomic grip to get you though your firewood processing."