Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz
Workman Adz

Workman Adz

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A tool of precision and heritage, the Workman Adz excels at controlled material removal. Its broad curve and extended reach make it a versatile tool for woodworking, trail shaping, weeding, clearing roots, and more.

Inspired by traditional hand tools but designed for the modern craftsman, the Barebones Workman Collection pairs heirloom-level materials with forward-thinking modularity. Featuring a solid hickory handle and precision-machined 65Mn high-carbon steel head that can be easily swapped, replaced, or maintained with a few turns of a wrench. Each strike and swing is backed by deliberate engineering—simple, strong, and built to last.

• 14.5" hickory handle — absorbs shock through repeated ground strikes
• 65Mn high-carbon steel head — holds a sharp edge through roots and rocky soil
• Removable, serviceable head — sharpen or swap in the field, no shop required
• Raised back edge — doubles as a hammer for stakes and pegs
• Barebones build quality — made to outlast the job

Items Included:
Adz Head
Retainer Plate
Bolts (2x)
Hex Key (M5/5 mm)
Washers (4x)
Protective Terylene (polyester) sheath

Materials:
• Hickory handle
• 65Mn high-carbon steel head
• Terylene fabric sheath

Dimensions:
370 mm × 180 mm × 28.3 mm

Handle Length:
370 mm | 14.5"

SKU:
HMS-2136

Blade
• Wipe clean after each use.
• Apply a light coat of protective oil.
• File out larger nicks as needed.
• Sharpen with a medium stone or sharpening disk.

Handle
• Keep clean and dry.
• Apply wood oil or wax periodically.
• Avoid prolonged moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.
• Lightly sand rough spots before reapplying oil or wax.

Sheath
• Hand clean only—never machine wash or dry clean.
• Brush off dirt, rinse with cold water, scrub gently, and air dry.
• Use mild bar soap or saddle soap for stubborn stains.
• Re-wax as needed with a wax conditioner.

Q: What is the adz best used for?
A: The Workman Adz is designed for controlled material removal, making it ideal for trail building, root clearing, weeding, and similar tasks that require precision.

Q: Can the head be replaced or swapped?
A: Yes. The threaded head system allows the head to be removed for maintenance or replacement using the included hex key. The handle is also compatible with other Workman Collection tool heads.

Q: What steel is the head made from?
A: The head is precision-machined from 65Mn high-carbon steel, chosen for its excellent edge retention, durability, and impact resistance.

Q: Does it include a sheath?
A: Yes. Every Workman Adz includes a durable Terylene (polyester) protective sheath, plus the hardware and hex key needed for maintenance.

Q: How do I care for the tool?
A: Keep the blade clean and lightly oiled, sharpen as needed, periodically condition the hickory handle with wood oil or wax, and hand clean the sheath when necessary.

California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Materials

American hickory. Precision-machined 65Mn high-carbon steel. These time-tested materials give the Workman Adz the strength to take on demanding work without sacrificing control. The solid hickory handle naturally absorbs shock through repeated strikes, while the high-carbon steel head offers the durability, impact resistance, and edge retention needed to cut through hard soil, stubborn roots, and raw timber.

Inspiration

For generations, builders and woodworkers have used the adz to cut, trim, shape, and smooth timber. We drew from that enduring form to create a tool suited for the way people work today. The Workman Adz carries its woodworking heritage into the garden, campsite, and backcountry, where its controlled cutting action makes quick work of roots, compacted soil, trail surfaces, and raw wood.

Design

The Workman Adz is designed for controlled material removal wherever the work takes you. Its broad, curved cutting edge and extended 14.5-inch handle provide reach, leverage, and accuracy when shaping wood, clearing roots, breaking soil, or cutting trail. A raised back edge doubles as a hammer for driving stakes and pegs, while the removable head can be sharpened, serviced, or replaced using the included hex key.

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