Rinaldi "Calabria" Hand Axe -- "Grade B" Oversized Item (XL) though it's very slightly short

though it's very slightly short (by about 1/8") to fully cover the bit

The Antonini Old Bear series could best be described as what you would get if you bulked up the lock on an Opinel and then steeped it in rugged charm

with the added power of α-Pinene (alpha pinene)

Made with pride in the USA from American-sourced materials and hardware

Made from heat-treated blue synthetic sapphire crystals in a ceramic bond

Rinaldi "Calabria" Hand Axe -- "Grade B" Oversized Item (XL) though it's very slightly shortAs featured in Knives Illustrated's 2015 Buyer's Guide! The Calabria pattern axe is a real favorite of ours. The straight bit, while not as deeply penetrating, is more efficient at connecting repeated blows and allows for very rapid felling. Featuring a linear wedge like (but narrow) taper from the bit to the eye, this tomahawk sized little axe makes for a good light all 'rounder for both chopping and splitting tasks. The eye is tapered and the handle