Bison SX-20 Splitting Axe – Black Series – 80 cm – Fiberglass Steel

The Bison SX-20 Splitting Axe from the professional Black Series is a technically superior, heavy-duty splitting axe, specifically designed for heavy-duty splitting work. With a total length of 80 cm and a total weight of 2800 grams, this axe generates tremendous kinetic energy. Whether you’re processing thick logs, knotty hardwood, or large quantities of firewood for the stove, the SX-20 is built to split logs with maximum efficiency.

The mechanical design of the SX-20 is fully optimized for the extreme forces released during splitting:

- Forged Splitting Head: The solid head weighs 1,800 grams and is forged from high-quality carbon steel. The head’s unique, wedge-shaped geometry forcefully splits the wood fibers upon impact. The cutting edge is 11.00 cm long and has a smooth finish.
- Wedge Function: The back of the forged axe head is extra-reinforced and flat, making it suitable for driving plastic, aluminum, or steel splitting wedges into extremely stubborn logs.
- Indestructible Handle: The handle is constructed around a strong fiberglass core with a tough plastic sheath. This advanced composite handle excellently absorbs mechanical vibrations and impacts, effectively preventing strain on the wrists and arms.
- Safety Connection: The axe head is fused to the handle via an unbreakable connection, ensuring maximum operational safety, even in the unlikely event of an overstrike (a missed blow).

Despite its substantial weight, the SX-20 excels in maneuverability and control:

- Leverage & Balance: The long 80 cm handle provides maximum leverage. Combined with a center of gravity located entirely in the head, the axe cuts through the wood with a stable and controlled swinging motion.
- Ergonomic Grip: The handle ends in an anatomically shaped knob (hook), ensuring the axe cannot slip out of your hands under any circumstances during a powerful downward swing. The non-slip surface texture provides optimal grip with or without gloves.
- Black Series Identity: Finished in the distinctive, rugged black-and-red color scheme. A durable coating protects the handle against mechanical wear, UV radiation, and moisture.
- Blade Protection: Comes with a sturdy plastic sheath that safely shields the sharp blade during transport and storage in the workshop or shed.

To maintain high-quality performance and maximize service life, we recommend the following guidelines:

- Sharpening and Maintenance: A splitting axe doesn’t need to be as razor-sharp as a hand axe, but the cutting angle must remain intact. Sharpen the blade periodically with a coarse axe stone or file.
- Corrosion Prevention: Carbon steel is susceptible to flash rust. Always dry the axe head after use and rub the forged parts with a thin layer of maintenance oil or grease before storing it.
- Proper Surface: Split wood only on a stable, wide, wooden chopping block. Never strike the ground, stones, or metal objects directly with the blade to prevent deep nicks or breakage.
- Using Wedges: If you use the back of the axe to drive in wedges, never strike steel against steel with another steel hammer. Preferably use the back of this axe on aluminum, plastic, or wooden wedges.

The Bison SX-20 Splitting Axe from the Black Series is a technically sound, uncompromising powerhouse for processing heavy firewood. The combination of the heavy 1,800-gram carbon steel splitting head, the vibration-dampening fiberglass handle, and the generous length of 80 cm makes this model a superior choice for both professionals and demanding outdoor enthusiasts. The objective assessment is that, thanks to its ergonomic design and extreme splitting capacity, the SX-20 is an extremely reliable and worthwhile investment for any serious firewood processor.