This is one the finest 6lb axe maul ever for sale in the UK. It has been superbly designed by loggers who these on a daily basis. It is primeraliy used to split logs for firewood or by professionals such as fencers or builders for cutting through tree roots. Desined by professional for professionals. The maul has a dual purpose. Obviously the sharp end for direct hit and split ehile the blunt is used as a splitter. This can be hit with sledge hammer to help split the awakard log. hammer. The extra woven fibre glass handle gives tremendous strength whilst the vert unique design of how the head sit in the end of the handle. The handle protrudes out of the which prevents head from detaching itself from the handle. Have a look at other mauls available to see if this feature is availalble or not. Take a look at the picture provided to see what we mean.