Axe Makers since 1844 Recognized as a producer of premium world-class handmade axes and is one of the oldest axe manufacturers still operating in Europe. Previous page Helko Werk Classic Line Helko Werk's Classic range combines versatility, performance, and aesthetics to create a premium line of pristine working axes. Helko Werk Traditional Line Helko Werk's Traditional line is a premium collection of hand-forged German heritage axes . Helko Werk Vario 2000 The Vario 2000 is a patented design using a German engineered fastening system that introduces incredible versatility and efficiency . Helko Förster 7 Axe Set Förster by Helko is a commercial line of professional axes and forestry tools manufactured by the Helko Werk company. Helko Werk Frontier Collection Our signature Frontier Collection includes an assortment of top-quality outdoor and travel gear . Helko Werk Tools & Accessories Premium sharpening, maintenance and tools for keeping your leather and axes looking and working their best . Helko Werk Leather Shop We carry an assortment of sheaths and leather products, made in the USA from full-grain, vegetable tanned cowhide leather . Helko Werk is widely recognized as a producer of premium world-class handmade axes. It is one of the oldest axe manufacturers still operating in Europe. The story of Helko Werk began in the village of Cronenberg, Germany, now part of the city of Wuppertal. It was there, in 1844, that August Helsper founded the August Helsper Werkzeugfabrik (the Helsper Tool Factory) and began producing axes for the region. The Helsper Tool Factory increased its export of axes beyond the borders of Europe during the early twentieth century, and by the 1930s was regularly shipping axes to countries in Africa, Asia, and South America. It was also around this time that the Helsper family formed a partnership with the Kotthaus family, setting the stage for exponential growth and giving the company its current name: Helko (an amalgam of Hel sper and Ko tthaus). Next page