The axe in the house saves the carpenter, but which axe is the right one? The axe, one of humanity's oldest tools, is enjoying renewed popularity thanks to the current bushcraft movement. An axe is a highly specialized tool, which is reflected in the variety of its shapes. Outdoor expert Carsten Bothe demonstrates the different types of axes and hatchets, explains their manufacturing, and the correct techniques for sharpening, hafting, and maintenance. With plenty of know-how and practical tips, you will learn the proper use and selection of the axe for different types of wood and various tasks. This is for anyone who works with an axe in the woods, chops their own firewood, wants to fell a tree, collects axes, or wishes to learn about the history and handling of different axes.