Sorry to spoil the "party" for this axe. However, my experience was not so positive and I did not find the axe to be as "miraculous" as it is presented. To say if something is good or not, I have to compare it with something similar, so let me describe my case in detail. Initially, I was using a Bax Tools splitting maul (the brand doesn't really matter, logically all axes are more or less the same at these prices) weighing 3.6kg, price 16 euros a few years ago, occasional use for large logs like eucalyptus or honey locust (the logs in the photo). They were hard to cut because they were large, and after the rave reviews here, I decided to try it to make my life easier. From the first strikes, it was clear that the axe is not at the same level as the other one (I now realize that weight and size obviously play a role, as shown in the photo where I compare the two heads). One strike with the splitting maul equals roughly four strikes with the X27. Maybe someone will say I'm comparing apples to oranges because of the weight, but I can't believe that even in the same weight category this axe is more than 10-20% better than a cheap axe costing around 20 euros. Obviously, if you're not a professional working 8 hours splitting wood, this small percentage (if any) does not justify the price difference from 20 euros to 75, and believe me, it's much better to buy a heavier, cheaper axe if you have large logs—you'll make your life much easier. Two more things I want to point out from using it: 1) as seen in the photos, with every strike of the X27, it left the Teflon coating on the wood. If this doesn't stop after the second or third use, you'll be burning Teflon in your fireplace along with the wood, with all that implies for your health. Also, at the start of the axe handle where it curves, although it might seem to help with grip, it bothered me and hurt my hand with every strike; definitely a straight handle is better. Sorry for the long text, this was my experience, I was definitely disappointed because based on the comments I expected miracles which I did not see, and I share it for anyone who hasn't dealt with axes so they know more accurately what to expect. In the next few days, I will put the axe up for sale on the well-known trading site at a somewhat lower price; if anyone is interested, take a look.