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HELKO WERK

The Helko enterprise was started by a member of the Helsper family in 1844 in Cronenberg, now a district of Wuppertal. For many years, it was referred to as the Helsper Werkzeugfabrik, or Helsper Tool Factory. The Helsper Werkzeugfabrik quickly earned a reputation throughout Europe as a manufacturer of high quality woodworking tools, and by the early 20th Century had already begun exporting axes to Africa, Asia, and the Americas. In the early thirties, a partner named Kotthaus joined the enterprise, and the company became known as Helko (helsper / kotthaus). When Helko took over the Carl Helsper Werkzeugfabrik in the early sixties, the complete company name in the German Register of Commerce became Carl & Aug. Helsper GmbH & Co., KG, Helko–Werk.

In the decades since, the company has continued to improve the quality of its products, and Helko axes are now recognized worldwide as some of the finest woodworking tools available.

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    Helko Axe-Guard Protective Oil

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    Axe Guard is a 100% green, biodegradable metal treatment oil manufactured in the USA. Our axes are made from the finest German C50 high grade carbo...

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    Helko Traditional Rheinland Pack Axe (Germany)

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    Handmade in Germany The Rheinland pattern - a traditional German wide-bit blade - is exceptionally well suited for cutting work.  Handmade in Wuppe...

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    Helko Traditional Black Forest Woodworker (Germany)

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    The Black Forest Woodworker is Helko’s flagship piece.  This axe is the quintessential tool for the experienced woodsman, with a compact size that ...

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    Helko Leather Handle Guard / Collar (USA)

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    Beautiful Helko Leather Handle Guard / Collar. Use one of the premium leather collars to protect your handle. The majority of handle damage often s...

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    Helko Dual Sided Axe File (Germany)

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    The Helko Werk Dual Sided Axe File has been designed specifically to bring an axe blade to a general purpose mid-level sharpness.  At this stage th...

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    Helko Vario 2000 Universal Hatchet

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    Hand Made in Germany The Vario 2000 Universal Hatchet is a durable and reliable outdoorsman's tool.  At 18 inches long, this hatchet can be easily ...

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    Helko Werk Rheinland Hatchet Deluxe Sheath

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    Helko Werk Rheinland Hatchet Handmade in Wuppertal, Germany German C50 high grade carbon steel, 53-56 HRC Switzerland made handle, Grade A America...

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    Helko Classic Forester Axe

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    Handmade in Germany The Forester is a highly capable, full-size general purpose axe. Its 3 ½ pound head provides enough heft and power for most cut...

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    Helko Sharpening Stone Leather Pouch - Made in USA

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    This premium USA made leather pouch is a convenient way to store and transport your sharpening stone.  May be carried on a belt via the built in lo...

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    Axe Sharpening Stone

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    Helko Werk's Axe Sharpening Stone is the perfect field sharpening tool.  The contoured shape is easy to grip and allows for safe, simple sharpening...

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    Helko Spaltaxt Axe

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    ​Handmade in GermanyThe Spaltaxt is a German-style splitter suited for splitting rounds and heavy firewood.  The dual wedge head design delivers po...

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    Helko Classic Pathfinder Hatchet

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    ​Handmade in GermanyThe Pathfinder is comfortable to hold, well balanced, and unfailingly dependable.  It performs well at making kindling, limbing...

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    Helko Handle Hanging Wedge Kit

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    This set includes 6 wooden wedges in various sizes and 5 steel ring wedges. The ring wedges are sized by diameter: 8mm, 12mm, 16mm, 18mm, 23mm.

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    Helko Splitting Maul Handle

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    Replacement handle for the Scandinavian Log Maul. Specifications- Length: 31 and 36 in.- Grade A American Hickory or Swiss Ash- Boiled linseed oil ...

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    Helko Expedition Handle

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    Replacement handle for the Classic Expedition.Specifications- Length: 35 in.- Grade A American Hickory- Boiled linseed oil finish- 150 grit smooth ...

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    Helko Forester & Tasmania Handle

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    Replacement handle for the Classic Forester and Tasmania Competition Axe. Specifications - Length: 31 in. - Grade A American Hickory - Boiled linse...

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    Helko Scout Handle

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    Replacement handle for the Scout.Specifications- Length: 28 in.- Grade A American Hickory- Boiled linseed oil finish or lightly lacquered- 150 grit...

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    Helko Journeyman Handle

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    Replacement handle for the Journeyman.Specifications- Length: 20 in.- Grade A American Hickory- Boiled linseed oil finish- 150 grit smooth sanded- ...

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    Helko Pathfinder Hatchet Handle

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    Replacement handle for the Pathfinder.Specifications- Length: 15 in.- Grade A American Hickory - Boiled linseed oil finish or lightly lacquered- 15...

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    Helko Saxon Handle

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    Replacement handle for the Saxon Splitting Axe.Specifications- Length: 31 in.​- Grade A American Hickory- Boiled linseed oil finish- 150 grit smoot...

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    Helko Spaltaxt Handle

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    Replacement handle for the Spaltaxt.Specifications- Length: 28 and 31 in.- Grade A American Hickory or Swiss Ash- Boiled linseed oil finish or ligh...

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    Helko Mini Spalter Handle

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    Replacement handle for the Mini Spalter.Specifications- Length: 20 in.​- Grade A American Hickory- Boiled linseed oil finish- 150 grit smooth sande...

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    Helko Double Bit Handle

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    Replacement handle for the Odyssey and Hinterland Double Bit.Specifications- Length: 30 in.- Grade A American Hickory- Boiled linseed oil finish- 1...

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    Helko Bavarian Handle

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    Replacement handle for the Bavarian Woodworker.Specifications- Length: 31 in.​- Grade A American Hickory- Boiled linseed oil finish- 150 grit smoot...

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