Proudly Canadian and First Responder Owned, Fast Shipping, Old Fashioned Customer Service!
Proudly Canadian and First Responder Owned, Fast Shipping, Old Fashioned Customer Service!
Whether it’s your father, grandfather, or a friend who loves the outdoors, finding a meaningful Christmas gift can be challenging. You want something useful, built to last, and personal — not another gadget that ends up forgotten in a drawer.
When it comes to axes, most people focus on the head: the steel, the edge angle, or the brand. But the handle is just as important. A poorly chosen or worn handle can ruin your swing, make your work unsafe, and shorten the life of your axe.
If you’ve ever wanted one reliable place to learn how to sharpen tools properly, you’ll want to bookmark The Sharpening Handbook.
Created and maintained by Rich Colvin, this free online guide is one of the best resources available for anyone who uses a Tormek sharpening system, or who wants to understand the fundamentals of edge geometry, wheel selection, and correct sharpening techniques.
At Axeman.ca, we’re always searching for products that match the toughness and reliability our customers expect in the outdoors. That’s why we’re proud to introduce Northbound Gear — a Canadian-founded company designing outdoor apparel that performs just as hard as you do. Whether you’re hiking, camping, splitting wood, or working in unpredictable weather, Northbound Gear clothing delivers warmth, durability, and practical design built for real outdoor use.
At Axeman.ca, we’re always looking for gear that makes life outdoors simpler, tougher, and more enjoyable. Whether you’re felling trees, sharpening tools, or unwinding after a long day in the bush — quality matters. That’s exactly why we chose to add Hawk Nest Hammocks to our growing lineup of outdoor essentials.
For generations, the axe has been a trusted tool for felling trees, splitting firewood, and working in the forest. Its simplicity, reliability, and precision make it an essential part of any woodsman’s kit. But as powerful and versatile as axes are, there are times when a chainsaw is simply the better choice.
If you’re looking for a high-octane mix of old-school logging, big timber, fearless tree climbing, and a strong dose of kindness, you’ll find it in Vancouver Island’s own logging legend, Buckin’ Billy Ray Smith. Born and raised on the rugged forests of Vancouver Island (British Columbia, Canada), Billy has built not just a career but a following — thanks largely to his YouTube channel and his authenticity in the bush.
As we move into the final quarter of 2025, Canadians of all stripes—from urban dwellers to back-country enthusiasts—are gearing up for what looks like a classic, high-impact winter season. Based on long-range outlooks and historical drivers, here's the 2025-2026 winter forecast for Canada and how Axeman.ca’s premium outdoor tools can help you stay ready and resilient.
If you’ve ever built with logs, prepared firewood, or cleared land, you know how much time and effort goes into prepping each piece. The Log Wizard is a simple yet powerful tool that turns your chainsaw into a multipurpose machine—capable of debarking, planing, notching, and shaping logs on-site.
Proudly made in Alberta, Canada, the Log Wizard has been trusted by log-home builders, sawyers, and forestry workers since 1984.
When it comes to axes, it’s easy to think that
steel is steel. After all, they all chop wood — right?
Not exactly.
There’s a world of difference between a $60 hardware-store axe and a hand-forged Gränsfors Bruk or Hultafors. The difference isn’t just in the price — it’s in the performance, the craftsmanship, and how long your tool will last.
Merchandise is often treated like an afterthought—something to toss in a shopping cart at checkout. But for outdoor brands that live and breathe their values, merch can mean much more. That’s exactly what’s happening with Axeman.ca merch.
