The Off Grid Survival Axe

Product Description

The Off Grid Tools survival Axe Elite multitool is the only tool you'll need to survive. With 30 different features, the tool will fully equip you for any situation you come across. The design incorporates an all-steel head and tang combined with lightweight glass-filled Nylon handles. This will provide a much better grip and balance while holding or throwing this powerful tool. The heat-treated, hardened, and resharpenable Hatchet edge is great for demolition, chopping, or clearing unwanted debris. The hammer head and claw will is great on the job site. The integrated 6" saw blade will fold out from the handle and will cut through just about anything. The saw blade is replaceable, so you can switch out the blade for any situation. The Hatchet head has an entire set of features built into it: hex sockets of 9/16, 15mm, 1/2, 13mm, 3/8, 7/16, 10mm, and 11mm. The head also contains a back 1/4 inch hex socket for any 1/4" bit. A Gas valve shut off wrench with a built in bottle opener, as well as a pry bar and nail Puller. The head also has Demo grip teeth and a Spanner wrench for hose couplings. Not to disappoint, the ergonomic, durable, glass filled Nylon handle also has it's own set of amazing features. For safety in your vehicle, the base of the handle contains a Seat belt Cutter and a hardened steel glass Breaker. We included upper and lower finger guards for safety as well. This incredible, compact Multi tool, is only 11 inches long and weighs just over 1.5 pounds. It's large enough to do some serious damage if needed, but small enough to fit into the glove box of your vehicle or your Bug out bag.

Features

• SURVIVAL AXE MULTITOOL: The OGT Survival Axe Elite is the ultimate outdoor multitool. With 30 features, the tool is ready for any situation, from chopping, clearing debris, demolition, pounding in and removing tent stakes, or repairing your deer stand.
• ALL STEEL DESIGN: The build incorporates an all-steel full tang and axe head with an ultra-strong, lightweight glass filled nylon handle, a heat-treated hatchet blade that can be resharpened, and a hammer head and claw.
• REPLACEABLE SAW BLADE: The inner changeable 6” bi-metal saw blade folds out of the handle, locks into place, and will saw through just about anything you need it to. The gas valve shut off wrench with integrated bottle opener saves the day in multiple ways.
• COMPACT TOOL KIT: Only 11 inches long and weighs just over 1.5 pounds, the survival axe is large enough to do damage yet compact to fit in the glove box or small bag. The car escape tool at the base of the handle includes a seat belt cutter and window punch.
• HIGH QUALITY PRODUCTS: Off Grid Tools brings the latest and greatest outdoor multipurpose tools that are functional, versatile, high quality, and innovative. Put survival in the palm of your hand during long adventures hiking, hunting, fishing, and camping.

Top Reviews

5 Star Idea, Evolving - Corrected +
by Longshadow (4 out of 5 stars)
November 10, 2017

As a long-time owner of the full length Trucker's Friend I knew the utility of this Survival Axe Elite would add value for the motorcycle adventurer. It replaces a Gerber Axe/Saw Combo in a lighter weight package, in addition to offering additional "emergency" functions like the pry bar, hammer and strap/cord cutter. All that in a single, portable package is a great addition to my panniers/saddlebags where the Trucker's Friend simply couldn't fit.
(Corrected reference to "Trucker's Friend" - but then my son noticed something to add. The strap cutting blade is installed in the handle and it appears to be a blade style similar to those "Box Cutter" sectioned blades used by breaking off the dulled blade section to expose a new blade section in the links. If I find the correct size blade in such sectioned box cutters, or if the designer can enlighten us on what they recommend, I think there would be value added with an update to this review.)

Two tweaks I had to make: 1) sanded down two upper "bumps" (castle-like grip features) that were closest to axe head to about 1/2 original height which eliminated blister-making "hot spots" when wielding the tool and; re-filed all grind angles to make them convex grinds (axe edge) or chisel grinds (pry edge) instead of the "soccer ball" pattern of random grinds that approximated a useful cutting/prying grind angle.

Yes, using gloves when wielding the tool would eliminate the "hot spots" equally well. In an emergency the user probably would not even notice or care anyway. But mellowing the grip by sanding those gripping points worked well for my medium-sized hands and should allow routine use without undue discomfort.

And yes, most emergency users or demolition users of this tool won't care about the haphazard grinds. It was functional for, and I assume designed for, those types of use when it came from the box. So if emergency or demolition define your needs for this tool, then you're good to go. Most users in today's world probably have little experience with axes, wood chisels, jack planes, or other edged tools anyway so they wouldn't even know what I'm talking about. But those dinosaurs and discriminating tool users out there who know what I'm saying, and why it matters, should plan an hour or two in refining the edges.

For info, I got the axe edge to a "hair-popping" sharpness after profiling to a more refined convex edge. I haven't tested durability of that edge yet but if the heat-treating is even nominally applied I'm sure edge retention will be similar to most of the 1045 or 1055 carbon steel axe blades on the market. If Off Grid Tools uses a higher grade carbon steel like 1085 or 1095 to maximize hammer head utility, then it should perform very well for a moto-camp tool.

The other quick mod recommended is to file the "spine" of the saw blade, and any additional "Sawzall" blades you add to your arsenal, to get a squared edge for striking your ferrocerrium rod and fire building uses. I'm moving my similarly modified wood-cutting blades, additional multi-purpose blades, and my diamond-grit types of blades to this tool package and eliminating the "handle" I've historically had to carry in my kit for them. The Survival Axe Elite eliminates the need for that other handle since all it takes is the common Phillips Head screw driver (or bit) to remove the handles and swap the blade for another. Just be careful you don't lose the screws or the spring that locks the blade into its open position. (Don't ask why I mention that. It has something to do with foolishly using my chest-type freezer as a work bench during tool disassembly. The rest you don't want to hear about.)

As clearly stated by "Drop Forged Survival" in their excellent video review, this doesn't replace all the tools you'll need to rebuild your world in the EOTWAWKI scenario. But if it's all you have because it's all you can carry along with you, then it'll sure beat having nothing but a cell phone carcass that has no grid to link with for help. Heck, with this, plus a good Leatherman/Gerber/SOG/Other multi-tool (especially like the Wave or Charge with their marvelous tool bits), plus the Rancher's Tool crescent/pliers combo, there's a whole lot you can do when you're off-grid, whether off-grid by choice or by fate.

Bottom line is 4 stars for an outstanding idea that still has refinement that is often achieved by evolution of an idea. The Survival Tool Elite is well worth the money for those self-reliant types among us. Get it as is and make the tweaks needed for a 5 star resource in your saddlebags.

Amazon and the vendor did a great job getting it to me, even though I ordered it one day too late to have it along on my last camping trip before the snow fell on my high-country camp sites. But that was my fault. I'll give it a full-on test when the melt comes next year and my old bones can handle the high country again.
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Think twice...
by Matthew K. (1 out of 5 stars)
September 25, 2017

Got this today. The blade is sharp, but fairly useless in actually cutting anything larger than 2" in diameter. Went to pull out a nail and the hammer claw broke instantly. Am going to request a refund, as this tool seems to be very poorly made, seems cheap - and for the price, I've found better devices far less expensive that are much better built.
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More cool then useful
by Amazon Customer (3 out of 5 stars)
February 6, 2018

Cool looking tool but very gimmicky. I guess if you use it as a car survival tool maybe it has its use. As far as the axe it was not sharp and came with two different grind angles. When you strike down on the axe the handle does not feel solid since it has a hollow spot where the saw folds in. Grip is kind of annoying because of said hollow section. Hammer works as it should and saw also works fine. I bought this as a camping tool but was not impressed to say the least. Its also a lot smaller then it looks in pictures. Going to have the blade professionaly sharpened and reedged to see if it helps.
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Great utility, design & excellent customer service!
by Sythe (5 out of 5 stars)
January 12, 2019

First of all, the customer service is EXCELLENT! I had used the gas turn off feature to pry a rusted fence staple from a piece of old wood. I could not get the staple to bite using either pry feature, so I used about 3/4" of the turn off tip. Easy pressure and it snapped! Working with steel is a hobby so hardening can be a bit tricky at times, but this is a commercial product. Emailed them and within a half hour had an answer. Within 3 days I had a new tool in my hand. Staple out with tool intact.

Both tools are very sharp and stay sharp. I made a nice pile of kindling from well seasoned hardwood without dulling the edge. The design and utility is quite clever, being well balanced and easy to use the assorted tools. It is lightweight, but could improve with a coating of a "grippy" substance. The sawzall blade works well and the way it is attached to the handle precludes any attempts to strong arm the blade, wobbles and makes you let the blade do the work. I have pounded a few nails into an old red oak fence post. All remained intact, the handle bit into my hand a little at the saw opening, but I was giving it a very hefty whack. Gloves for heavy beating will be worn in the future. I will be buying this as a gift for friends, and will add another for my truck toolbox.
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Wonderful Concept that Has now been Improved!!
by Chris Thorn (5 out of 5 stars)
June 9, 2017

UPDATE: *9/25/2017
***They have made several MUCH needed improvements based off of our direct input and video: The Saw Blade Locks much more Securely, and Hammer and Nail Pull are much more Robust and survived our Retest! In additional they Have Nylon and Leather Masks (Sheaths) available for this tool for safety and belt or pack carry!*** 9/25/2017 UPDATE
* Will be uploading a new video here on amazon shortly*
***Original Review before Improvements:***
In Theory this is a Great Concept. But... the Execution needs a bit of work. I ordered mine via a presale over a year ago and still yet to receive mine. However since I had a chance to fully gear test it in the Most Recent Battlbox Subscription despite not receiving mine that I ordered so long ago via Kickstarter.

We had the honor to fully test this tool at a Professional Fire Training Academy under the guidance of the Local Fire Captain. Overall most of the tools did well except for two.

The "Locking" Saw Blade does not lock and never did from opening it out of the box and the locking mechanism is made of plastic.

In addition to this the Teeth from the Hammer Claw broke clean off under normal use and well within the realm of what this tool should be able to handle on any given day.

I hope they fix these issues and also replace my broken model as well as send me the one I ordered and paid for over a year ago.

Sincerely,

Chris Thorn

Owner

DropForgedSurvival - Youtube
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Perfect for emergency kit
by Mikel Martin (5 out of 5 stars)
November 10, 2017

I found this to be well made product that fits my need perfectly. I bought one to put into my emergency preparations bag (bug out bag). Its small enough to fit nicely into my bag and has enough functionality to be a useful tool.

After buying one for my bag, liked it so much I bought a second for my wife's bag.

The handle is little awkward feeling and I am not sure that it would be comfortable to use as a daily use tool. But It is perfect for back tool to keep in your vehicle or emergency kit.
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Good tool; blade not well-sharpened.
by Camille Louise B. (4 out of 5 stars)
July 5, 2018

Can't give it five stars because the axe blade is not properly sharpened and finished. There are burrs along the entire edge of axe blade. We can sharpen it, but should not have to at this price ... it's new! Poor quality control by the manufacturer. Otherwise, this survival axe appears to be well-made and is as described. It does come with a nylon case for the blade head which is helpful. We bought it to carry in the car because we drive through rural areas and have witnessed several rollovers into a ditch. It makes you think not only about your potential situation, but the importance of having something handy to help others.
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Nice post apocalypse/doomsday device!
by DaReviewer81 (5 out of 5 stars)
June 18, 2019

This is the ultimate survival tool. I could imagine myself killing Z's post apocalypse with this bad boy.

I got it mainly as a camping device because you always could use an axe, saw, and a hammer. It is pretty lightweight but it was not very sharp but I'm sure a sharpening block could take care of it no problems. It also came with a sheath closed off by a Velcro strap. The sheath is not really that high quality. It's made of nylon.

I might purchase one for my car in case I need it to fend off some idiots. I doubt anyone will mess with someone with an axe, sharpened or not. Lol
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QUALITY. AMERICAN MADE IS NICE
by gasman (4 out of 5 stars)
October 28, 2018

I BOUGHT A LOT OF THESE FOR CHRISTMAS GIFTS. THEY WERE ALL VERY GOOD EXCEPT FOR THE FIRST ONE. I BOUGHT IT JUST TO CHECK OUT THE QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT. THE FIRST ONE CAME WITH AN EXTREMELY DULL BLADE ON THE HATCHET PART. I DON'T THINK IT WOULD EVEN CUT BUTTER. I ORDERED MORE ANTICIPATING I WOULD HAVE TO SHARPEN THE BLADES BEFORE I GAVE THEM AS GIFTS. THEY ALL CAME WITH SHARP BLADES. I DON'T KNOW WHAT HAPPENED TO THE FIRST ONE. I GAVE IT TO A FAMILY MEMBER. I THINK SHE IS STILL TRYING TO SHARPEN IT
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Recommended bug out tool
by Pickyjade,Top Contributor: Pets (4 out of 5 stars)
September 16, 2018

This item just arrived today. It looks solid & with the Milwaukee brand, it must be good. Haven't had the chance to use it yet & I hope that doesn't ever come. I recommend it for those living in places which could potentially be hit by catastrophes. It's also a great bug out tool. On a daily basis, I put it in my car.

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