Cold Steel Hudson Bay Camp Axe 90QB
Classic 27-inch camp axe with 4.13-inch 1055 carbon steel blade and American hickory handle. Features Cold Steel's renowned locking mechanism and quick-change head design for field repairs.
A Timeless Tool for the Backcountry
The Hudson Bay Camp Axe represents over a century of proven design, refined and manufactured by Cold Steel to exacting standards. This is a working tool—not a showpiece—built for the serious outdoorsman who demands reliability when it matters most.
Key Features
- Blade: 4.13-inch 1055 carbon steel cutting edge, ground and honed for efficient chopping
- Handle: 27-inch American hickory, selected for strength and shock absorption
- Head Weight: 1 pound 7.5 ounces, balanced for control and power
- Total Weight: 44.2 ounces, light enough to carry all day, substantial enough to work effectively
- Removable Head: Secured with an Allen wrench, allowing tool-free field replacement in under two minutes
Built for the Wilderness
Cold Steel's proprietary locking mechanism sets this axe apart. The clamp-like design is exceptionally secure—roughly twice as strong as industry standards—ensuring the head stays firmly attached through demanding work. Should the handle break in the field, you can fashion a replacement from nearly any suitable wood you find, making this axe truly self-sufficient.
The Right Choice
Whether you're establishing a base camp, processing firewood, or clearing brush, the Hudson Bay Camp Axe delivers the performance and durability that separates essential gear from mere equipment. This is the axe serious outdoorsmen have trusted for generations.
