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title: "Split like a pro – Helko Werk Tasmania Axe"
description: "1st look at the Helko Werk Tasmanian Pattern Competition Axe. Is it a good splitter? Compare it to a Buckin' Special"
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url: "https://nickpixel.tv/video/split-like-a-pro-helko-werk-tasmania-axe/"
date_modified: "2026-06-18T09:12:22-04:00"
---

[Video](https://youtu.be/j-NWf7khDHc)

Taking a first look at the Helko Werk Tasmanian Pattern Competition Axe and comparing it to a few [Buckin’ Specials](https://nickpixel.tv/in-the-wood/theres-an-axe-and-then-a-buckin-special/). Does this tasmanian axe work good as a splitter? Let’s find out

- Hand forged  4lb Head using a drop hammer on open dies - C50 HCS
- Total Weight: 6 ½ lbs
- Bit Length: 5 ¼ in.
- 31 in. American Hickory Handle
- Boiled linseed oil finish, 150 grit smooth sanded
- Hung with hardwood wedge and steel ring wedge
- 1 oz. bottle of Axe-Guard protective oil
- Vegetable tanned Leather Sheath

![Helko Werk Tasmania Axe Package](https://nickpixel.tv/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/helkowerk.webp)

## Additional Helko Werk Information

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![Helko Werk Tasmania Axe](http://observant-navy-albatross.18-225-3-110.cpanel.site/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/helkowerk.webp)

### Helko Werk Tasmania Axe

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