Snow Peak Recalls Japanese Axe Due to Laceration and Impact Hazards
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2015-05-07 · 15130
Hazards
The handle of the axe can crack, allowing the axe head to come loose, posing a laceration or impact hazard to the user or bystanders.
Recall
Number
15130
Date
2015-05-07
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Japanese Axe M
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Outdoor equipment retail stores including Adventure 16, Backcountry Gear LTD, Camp Saver, Snow Peak Portland Store, UTE Mountaineer, and online at www.snowpeak.com from December 2013 through August 2014 for about $160.
Importer(s)
Snow Peak USA, of Portland, Ore.
Country of manufacture
Japan
Description
The recalled Japanese Axe M has item number R-061 printed on the back page of the included manual. The black axe head measures 5-3/4 inches high by 4 inches wide and weighs 2 pounds. The axe handle measures 14 inches long and is made of light-colored maple. A small black snow flake (asterisk) is burnt into the handle near the hole at the end of the handle. The handle has a small hole near the end, which is used for hanging the axe. The axe was sold with a white leather holder for the axe head that attaches with a snap strap.