ESTWING Rigger's Axe - 16" USA Made Framing Hammer with Axe with Milled Face & Shock Reduction Grip - E3-R

I grew up with many roofers in the family and am quite familiar with its design. Although many (including myself) would argue that there is a proper tool for a proper job, I find this tool to be the one I pick up most. I received this axe within the last two weeks and have already put a fair amount of miles on it. I love it. The edged came plenty sharp and the construction seems extremely durable. I have used it for everything from a rough frame in, to shaving limbs for kindling. The edge seems to hold an edge well and the handle seems to allow for a solid grip even with wet hands. The one thing that I would like to note to new users is that a tool will only last as long as its user will allow it to. That said, even with cleaning the tool after use and oiling, I did notice some rust forming on the bit. After contacting the company, they were very quick to respond as well as helpful in finding a solution. For that reason, I have decided to give this product a five star review due its quality and the quick assistance from the company. This item is a definite go to for backyard, job site or camping duties. All around solid tool and a must have for any trade/outdoorsman.

So far been using for over a month and I can dig it. I've had estwing and stelito framing hammers and this riggers axe is what I grab for first thing every morning and every day I find better uses for it compared to the framing aspects of things. It's quick and not to heavy but heavy enough to get the job done quickly. In my opinion 5 Stars for show

This hammer is great. Just keep your head back. Dude!. Anyway. The axe slices through the logs and 2x4s in the wood pile. Chops great. Needs a sheath so you can handle in the weather, and take with ya. Looks a kottle spooky in the hand when ya walknupnon a cap. Acording to my friend.

It's a rigger axe. Enough said.

Use able, but not perfect

Great product with unlimited uses. You will need to put an edge on it.

I got this as a tractor ax I leave it on the tractor as I'm cutting the property and working on the property there's always something to cut clear around trees or brush I love the fact that it's got a straight blade for cutting brush curved blades tend to push the stuff out of the way if you're trying to trim the small stuff I've used it Chopping at stumps going into the dirt not hitting rocks of course and the blade stays sharp doesn't damage it I use the hammer side for breaking up pallets and wood and basic demo on stuff that needs to be smashed it's very well balanced when chopping a tree is it cuts extremely deep as you're going in just give a slight twist at impact and chips fly and it doesn't get stuck and one of the best things about it is the handle is the same exact size as an estwing hammer so it's not too big not too small is perfect for all-day use just like a framing hammer it has a nail puller which works and at the very base where the axe head meets the handle is perfect for pulling tent Stakes

Good all purpose camping tool

I manage the biggest axe throwing venue in the southern hemisphere. Using, and ultimately breaking axes is sadly a part of the game. My Estwing e3r Rigger has served me well in daily throwing over 3 years, alongside use for general work, framing and maintenance of a large axe throwing venue. As a blacksmith, I can vouch for the drop forge quality, and the temper is on point. I love this axe, and given it's survived what i do with it for a living, I think its a lifer for anyone using it for it's intended purpose. After more than 15,000 throws, it has no deformation, the edge is still amazing and the rubber handle is very robust.

ISSO É UM MACHADO OU MARTELO? Esta ferramenta aqui é um “machado de içamento” traduzido diretamente do inglês (rigging axe). Não deve ser confundido com um machado de drywall ou um martelo de telhado, mas às vezes é chamado de machado para enquadramento (framming Axe). É uma combinação de martelo e machado. Por que diabos alguém iria querer isso? Bem, a história conta que, antes mesmo das pistolas de pregos pneumáticas se popularizarem, muitos marceneiros no oeste americano, juravam que nada cravava pregos de 16 polegadas como um “rigging axe” Por que usar esse machado e martelo esquisitos em vez de um martelo para enquadramento convencional? Bem, porque ele não existia, o “martelo de enquadramento” (framming hammer) como o conhecemos hoje, com seu cabo longo, cabeça de 22-28 onças e garra reta, só surgiu na década de 60. Se olharmos para os martelos de 1958, veremos que tudo é um cabo curto, garra curva, cabeça de no máximo 20 onças. Mais precisamente como conhecemos até hoje no Brasil. Por um tempo, um “rigging axe”, este mesmo da foto, foi a única ferramenta adequada para construir casas nesta nova era da carpintaria do pós-guerra. Reza a lenda que, durante o boom imobiliário pós-Segunda Guerra Mundial, muitos carpinteiros com experiência na construção de torres de perfuração de madeira foram para o oeste para construir casas de madeira, levando consigo seus machados -martelos. Aparentemente, o sindicato dos carpinteiros e/ou os seguranças não gostaram da ideia de cabeças de machado e as proibiram, então os caras começaram a cortar a cabeça do machado e soldar uma garra nelas. Aí Howard Vaughan Jr. apareceu, viu a ideia, comercializou, e o “California Framer” ganhou esse nome e o resto é história. A única pergunta que eu sentia que não tinha resposta era: para que os construtores de plataformas realmente usavam seus machados? Claramente, para pregar pregos. Mas não consigo imaginar para que eles precisariam de um machado? “ Versão em português

I can't fault the build quality but it came completely dull and unusable. Took me 20 mins to get a decent cutting edge. Had to use coarse to fine stones. Stainless steel needs more work to get sharp and the finish looking smooth and shining . I doubt this was made to be razor sharp because of the use its intended for but for my needs I need it as sharp as possible. I did expect the dull edge. It can also be easily sharpened by a premium kitchen knife sharpener that has various angle adjustments and large enough opening for an axe. That is the fastest way to sharpen it for those that haven't basic stone sharpening skills. I will get a sheath for it because its now razor sharp and will be maintained that sharp. UPDATE The Estwing sheath for other axe models fit this. Not perfectly but good enough to offer protection plus it matches the axe so a nice bonus. It could be modified to fit better because the riggers axe head shape is different than axes the sheath was made for but it still provides adequate protection. Estwing #9 Camper's Axe Sheath -Blue - Fits E45A & E44A Best deal on any sheath and is made of heavy duty material. rivets and push button latch

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This is a nice solid axe . I'm using it for axe throwing and it works well. I also have the Estwing 16 inch campers axe that I use for axe throwing as well. Both are solid and well balanced , conform to WATL rules and are nice to throw. The steel handle is much more durable than wood. The Riggers Axe is a little lighter and the handle has a smaller diameter so it is easier to grip .Important specs are : Riggers axe - 2.5 lbs. - overall length 17 inches - blade 3.5 inches ,,,, Campers axe - 2.88 lbs - overall length 18 inches - blade 4.25 inches . I hope this helps.