FiskarsPro IsoCore Maul - 2.5-Pound Wood Splitter for Small Size Logs and Kindling with Shock-Absorbing Handle - Black/Orange

I'm happy I paid extra to get a quality tool. This is nice for fresh wood, and knotty wood that is hard to split. The extra weight and the wedge shape work as designed. The handle works as advertised to reduce hand soreness.

Excellent quality, had no problem splitting 14 inch green pine logs.

sing the Fiskars Pro IsoCore Garden Pick has been a revelation in my gardening toolkit. As someone who loves DIY projects outdoors, having sturdy and reliable tools is crucial, and this pick has not disappointed.What stands out immediately is the shock-absorbing handle. Digging through tough soil and rocks can be jarring, but the IsoCore handle significantly reduces the impact, making prolonged use much more comfortable. This feature alone has saved my hands from fatigue during long gardening sessions.The weight balance of the pick is also well-engineered. At 5 lbs, it's heavy enough to break through compacted soil effectively without requiring excessive force. This makes it suitable for both amateur gardeners and more experienced landscapers who need a tool that can handle tough jobs.I particularly appreciate the durability of the materials. The steel head is robust and shows no signs of wear even after heavy use. It retains its sharpness, which is essential for efficient digging and breaking up soil. The orange and black design not only looks sleek but also makes it easy to spot in the garden or shed.One minor drawback is the length of the handle. While 36 inches is generally adequate, for taller individuals or when working in deep holes, a slightly longer handle would provide more leverage. However, this hasn't been a significant issue for my average-sized garden beds.Overall, the Fiskars Pro IsoCore Garden Pick has become an indispensable tool in my gardening arsenal. Its ergonomic design, durability, and effective shock control make it a top choice for anyone serious about maintaining their outdoor spaces with ease and comfort.

I use this for digging out the roots of like 2-inch diameter shrub/tree kind of things.It worked great! I had been using a full-size pickax, but this thing is much more efficient.You can get down on your knees and immediately begin digging all around the various roots with incredible power. For the most part I was using the large end of the pickax not the small. The large end is not really super sharp but you can smash into roots with it and eventually break them in half. The pickax has enough weight where you can really lay into something.If you can dig down a few inches and get some roots into view and then cut them with a chainsaw, you can then attach a heavy strap or chain around the bush or small tree and connect it to a come-along alias winch and power out the whole bush or tree in a couple minutes of cranking.This is my preferred method for digging out large bushes, shrubs and small trees.And finally the pickax looks like it’s made really well and won’t break.I’m going to buy another one just for a back up because I definitely don’t want to use any other product.

I was on my orders looking to write a negative review for a wood splitter I broke today and came across this maul that I had bought back in 2018 and still use to this day (including today even!) This has been a great and very durable axe/maul. I've added a steel collar around the base because every once in awhile I hit the wood on the handle rather than the head and I've split the rubber collar just a bit. Other than my own mistake with aiming, this is a great product. I split a few cord of wood by hand each year (sometimes more), and this has just been a very reliable tool. Just thought I'd leave a very late complimentary review on something that has been so well used and counted on over the years.

Fiskars products are generally reliable but this tool (also called a mattock) is impressive for ease of use, comfortable grip, solid weight (putting some heft into each swing ) and quality for a reasonable price. It breaks up hard ground, chops through tough roots and halves the time and effort involved in changing out planting beds. You may not need it often but when you do, it efficiently and absolutely gets the job done and done well. I would have given it 5 stars but have owned it for too brief a period to say if it is durable.