I agree ... a "Splitting Axe" like those from Fiskars are probably not best (well-designed) for uses outside splitting wood. I agree with the OP, though, that

I agree ... a "Splitting Axe" like those from Fiskars are probably not best (well-designed) for uses outside splitting wood. I agree with the OP, though, that Fiskars' axes are fabulous when it comes to splitting wood over your average Home Depot special.