GerberGator Combo Head Axe-II Forged Steel

Very robust and well put together - looking forward to an opportunity to test it in the wild. The saw is small, but still a useful size. The saw is retained in the axe handle by both a magnet AND a rubber grommet/clip which reassured me.NB: This axe is not primarily designed to be "well balanced", it's designed to be light yet strong. So the axe is a little top heavy, however I feel that's a small price to pay for such a light, packable, useful tool.Excellent price and excellent customer service from MidiMax here on marketplace.

Good camping tool

You may or may not be aware that Gerber is a name you can trust. They make good quality tools designed to last in the field and so that's one of the main reasons I decided on the Gator 2 when choosing a pack-axe.The other reason of course was the clever design which integrates a saw into the handle - but does it work or is it just a gimmick? Course it works, this is Gerber we're talking about here!The axe itself is a nice size and relatively compact. From head to hilt it measures just 40cm and the axe head itself, just over 12cm. The handle is a nice size, allowing you a good grip and is light, making the whole unit slightly top-heavy which aids chopping. The handle is finished with the 'gator skin' texture acting as grip moulded into the plastic rubberised handle which hides the second edged tool - the hand saw.The saw is easily accessed and held in place by a small hidden magnet. To further ensure it doesn't fly out mid chop there is also a rubber clasp attached to the main shaft of the axes handle which pulls down and stretches over the hilt holding the saw securely in the handle.The saw measures 10 inches from the tip of the blade to the hilt of the handle, which is also finished with the 'gator skin' grip. The saw-teeth are reminiscent of the type you find on the Swiss Army knife and also, are as sharp as a set of gator teeth! This is the one area there is a weakness in the product - I would have liked to have seen a bit more of a finger guard on the saw's handle, as currently, if you're going at a branch hammer and tongs and the saw sticks, there's a very good chance you hand will slip and slide up the jagged blade opening your hand up something rotten - possibly beyond repair - so exercise a caution when using it.Finally, you get a tough sheath to cover the axe head which also acts as a belt holder if you so wish, as there is a loop on the back through which you can thread your belt. It's made from tough canvas, has a Velcro fastening, and a foam end stitched into to it to protect the edge of the axe from damage.To sum up the gator 2 is a brilliant tool and a a clever piece of design which saves space and comes in very handy in lots of outdoor situations. It's sleek black looks are both functional and beautiful and I haven't hesitation in recommending you this product. If you want a small handy pack-axe that looks great, works well, and offers you 'hidden' benefits too - sink your teeth into a Gator 2 from Gerber. You can't go far wrong.

This axe has a nice tactical and stealthy design and with it's added hand saw which stores insidethe axe handle just make this purchase even better.The handle grip on both the axe and saw are textured rubber gator pattern which looks and feels very nice.One comment said the small saw was like a kids toy.....I stongly disagree. While is not going to compete with Bahco folding saws, it still feels quality in the hand and youtube reviews show its a decent saw for small to medium branches.When i received this combo axe i had to request a replacement because it does not match amazons image the have up.....the logo is large on my axe and i didnt like it but if the replacement is the same ill have to just make do.Not had chance to use this yet but i hope it doesn';t break like some reviewers show.All in all.....Id recommend this axe for the price.Happy camping.

Can be used for smaller logs not a full size axe more like a hatchet

a useful light-duty axe, arrived well within the delivery time. Happy with the purchase - thanks

The hatchet in my opinion is worth it's weight in gold. We do a lot of wild camping so the compact size and weight of the axe is great for back country treks. It makes burning deadfall much more efficient especially in the damp highlands. I've even powered through some pretty large pieces of timber! The included saw however isn't good for much more than a bread knife.

Very good kit