Best splitting maul no axes

[jakethesnake]

I'm looking into a new splitting maul. I'm interested in the best, the pretty good , anything really.
I have a cheap one from lowes with a red polymer type handle. 6 pound. It works as well as I figure any should. I'm due to get another this season as mine is about to blow the epoxy out of the handle in the head.

What types are out there , Are any better than any other

 

[USMC615]

Fiskars IsoCore maul is damn good from what I understand...never swung one but the reviews on the thing are pretty stout.

 

[Blackgreyhounds]

As above, EVERYBODY who owns the Fiskars X27 loves them and NOBODY (at least on the internet ;-0 ) has ever had anything bad to say about them. Personally, I've never used one. I have a Wetterlings Splitting Maul and a Gransfors Bruks large splitting axe. I use the Wetterlings 95+% of the time when I'm not using the Echo/Bearcat hydraulic. Best bang for the buck, probably the X27. Best overall ($ not an option), I don't know, Wetterlings vs. X27

 

[CR888]

You cannot use an X27 to hit anything metal, wedges etc. They are pretty good splitters but I'd reccomend a hand forged tool, even if its a vintage one you need to put a new handle on. Big clumsy 8lb mauls IME are not very efficient, a 4-5lb hand forged axe can move fast. Impact Force: weight X velocity(speed). Keep that fact of physics in mind when making your choice. What I'm kinda trying to say is the biggest meanest looking maul/splitter is often not the most effective.

 

[mdavlee]

I have an x27. Rarely ever used. I broke one. They sent me another. The husky one is better. I want to try a GB maul

 

[USMC615]

I have an x27. Rarely ever used. I broke one. They sent me another. The husky one is better. I want to try a GB maul

I would like to purchase a Husky version, but I can't handle that 28" length...no idea why they don't offer it in a 36"??

 

[RI Chevy]

If that Husky splitter came in a 36" handle, I'd get one too. But I am also curious to know if there are any 4 lb hand forged heads. I can swing a 4lb faster, and do it all day long. Verses an 8 lb head that gets me fatigued sooner.
My favorite is the Fiskars X27. I have had it for a while now.

 

[mdavlee]

I'll take the husky over the x27. Splits the same stuff with less effort

 

[RI Chevy]

Even with the shorter handle Mike?

 

[Marshy]

After using an X27 for the majority of my splitting then getting the Fiskars IsoCore 8 lb maul you learn to appreciate the effective light weight splitting axes. Often with the X27 I feel like it could use 1 more lb of weight and it would be perfect. Most of the time I use the Isocore I wish it was 1 lb lighter. I would love to try some of the fancy boy German mauls. Regardless, the pole on the Isocore is big an thick and pound nice. If wedge driving is a big consideration the Isocore does well with that and the handle also does well not transferring vibration back to the user.

 

[jeepsnchainsaws]

I have tried 90% of what's out there and being a fabricator and machinist I have built a bunch as well, but this Truper 8lb has me ready to buy another. I love this thing. I could also understand that a maul may fit your personal swing pattern and be different from person to person. It is probably best to try everything you can until one strikes you the best.http://www.landmsupply.com/departme...yESvGGhfTGnEL73tGN0QMMK6jq_UMv7THtxoCBF3w_wcB

 

[mdavlee]

Even with the shorter handle Mike?

Yes. Head shape is better. The original fishers was better. They changed the head a little for the worse on the x27 compared to the DSS.

 

[RI Chevy]

Hmmm. Interesting. Thanks Mike

 

[Ryan Browne]

I sure like my Gransfors Bruks splitting maul. Not cheap, but very well made. Very effective at splitting, easy on the operator by virtue of its relatively light weight and short handle. Definitely less vibration than the X27.

It's still more of an axe, though when compared to an 8# maul. The GB only has a 5.5# head. Personally, I contend that i can split more effectively with it because the lighter weight and short handle allow me to place my strike much more precisely, which makes it more effective.

Personally, I have no use for an 8# maul, but if that's what you're looking for, the Gransfors may not be for you. I'd sure like to try the isocore sometime.

 

[Cigmaker]

As others I use the x27 but I'd sure like to try the GB maul.

 

[Marshy]

I sure like my Gransfors Bruks splitting maul. Not cheap, but very well made. Very effective at splitting, easy on the operator by virtue of its relatively light weight and short handle. Definitely less vibration than the X27.

It's still more of an axe, though when compared to an 8# maul. The GB only has a 5.5# head. Personally, I contend that i can split more effectively with it because the lighter weight and short handle allow me to place my strike much more precisely, which makes it more effective.

Personally, I have no use for an 8# maul, but if that's what you're looking for, the Gransfors may not be for you. I'd sure like to try the isocore sometime.

You wont like it, I can tell.

 

[Ryan Browne]

You wont like it, I can tell.

You mean the isocore? That's kinda what I thought too. I'd still like to try one, but I'm not prepared spend the requisite amount of money to buy one. Be cool to have a splitting maul GTG. I sure want to try that S2800 too.

 

[bryanr2]

I bought myself and Randy @Mastermind the Husqvarna Splitting Maul (rebranded Wetterlings) think I paid 80 or 90 each thru Baileys. It's money well spent. My favorite maul that I own right now is the Mueller Maul. It's a beast. http://www.traditionalwoodworker.co...Hand-Forged-in-Austria/productinfo/367-92573/

 

[RI Chevy]

Looks like just a regular old maul. I am surprised you like that better than X27 or the Husky

 

[Mastermind]

I bought myself and Randy @Mastermind the Husqvarna Splitting Maul (rebranded Wetterlings) think I paid 80 or 90 each thru Baileys. It's money well spent. My favorite maul that I own right now is the Mueller Maul. It's a beast. http://www.traditionalwoodworker.co...Hand-Forged-in-Austria/productinfo/367-92573/

I use the maul you gifted me with as much as I use my hydraulic splitter Steven. It's a fine tool.