I have had a Gransfors Bruks Hunter's Axe for at least 15 years. I love it. It can be sharpened to a shaving edge. I think it handles wonderfully. I have primarily used it to trim branches when putting up a tree stands or blinds. It stays in my hunting pack all season. You never know when it might be needed to clear a path for something. It will be going to Colorado in October on an elk hunt. I know they are pricey compared to the Estwing's, but I think that would be an comparing apples to oranges. Btw, I own a couple Estwing hammers and love them. I like quality knives and I think the Hunter's Axe fits in well. Just my two cents.
