Snow Peak is recalling about 220 Japanese Axe M units because the wooden handle can crack during use, causing the heavy metal axe head to come loose. This defect was identified after the company received three reports of cracked handles or loose heads. The axes were sold at outdoor equipment retailers like Adventure 16, Backcountry Gear LTD, and Snow Peak Portland, as well as online, between December 2013 and August 2014. Consumers should immediately stop using the axe and contact the company for a free replacement.
If the maple handle cracks, the 2-pound axe head can detach or fly off during a swing, potentially hitting the user or a bystander and causing serious impact or deep cut injuries.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Japanese Axe M and return it to the Snow Peak's Portland retail store or contact Snow Peak for a free replacement axe.
Japanese Axe M
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