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USA Mini Maul & Splitting Wedges |
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Two choices of wedge Good working tools make the job efficient |
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We are fans of splitting log rounds with a 3 lb. hand sledge striking steel wedges (probably because of our lack of skill reliably aiming a long handled maul). But we’ve got to say that this new 3¼ lb. Mini Maul with its 16" long Hickory handle is a whole lot better than any hand sledge we have ever used. It simply delivers more momentum accurately – which translates into splitting force.
Steel wedges complete the team – we have two choices. The more expensive 8 inch 3¾ lb hand forged Swedish Twisted Splitting Wedge has a special spiral shape, so it twists as it is driven into the log, multiplying the splitting forces (an old woodsman's trick). And although they are not twisted like the Swedish wedge, the 9" long 5 lb USA-made Straight Wedges do the job nicely. (By the way, always keep two on hand, in case one gets stuck.)
Steel wedges complete the team – we have two choices. The more expensive 8 inch 3¾ lb hand forged Swedish Twisted Splitting Wedge has a special spiral shape, so it twists as it is driven into the log, multiplying the splitting forces (an old woodsman's trick). And although they are not twisted like the Swedish wedge, the 9" long 5 lb USA-made Straight Wedges do the job nicely. (By the way, always keep two on hand, in case one gets stuck.)
