# Snow Peak Recalls Japanese Axe Due to Laceration and Impact Hazards
> **CPSC recall** · 2015-05-07 · 15130 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 15130
- **Date:** 2015-05-07
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Japanese Axe M

## 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.

## Remedies

Replace

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Snow-Peak-Recalls-Japanese-Axe)
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