Salewa Mountaineering ice axe North-X Hammer

The North-X Hammer ice axe is an ergonomic and versatile tool with a head and a pick, ideal for technical activities in mountaineering, climbing on steep mixed terrain and ice, or glacier crossing. This ice axe stands out with its special hand rest, easily adjustable with a sliding motion. When you plunge the axe into the snow, the hand rest slides up to help conserve energy and climb faster. If you're moving over steep rocks or ice, it locks in place once inserted to provide maximum support. Additionally, the elastic safety strap (shock force of 5 kN) integrated into the hand rest allows for quick and secure placement during self-belaying. The hot-forged steel head and the 20° offset aluminum 7075 shaft ensure perfectly balanced rotation movements as well as safe and precise placements on all types of rocks and ice. The insulating synthetic grip provides effective protection against the cold - a valuable quality during long expeditions. For added safety during descents, the North-X axe features an interchangeable steel spike at the base instead of a point, offering better grip on rocks and ice.

• Precision cast steel head, providing a comfortable grip when the axe is used for support during ascent or descent
• Aggressive blade for secure placements in all types of ice or rock
• Mass balance and 20° offset shaft for efficient movements during placements and secure anchors at belays
• Hand grip with easy adjustment for more effective holds and easy hand changes on steep terrain (one-handed adjustment, no tools needed)
• Safety strap on the shaft (tear resistance 5kN), also for self-belaying
• The hand grip can be pushed up for easy insertion into the snow or to facilitate anchor placement
• Synthetic grip providing effective cold insulation
• Interchangeable lower spike in hard metal, for better grip while progressing on frozen surfaces
• Available with pick or hammer
• Spare part/accessory: 1094 PICK GUARD, 1753 SPIKE FOR ICE AXE, 1752 HANDREST FOR ICE AXE, 1744 NORTH-X BLADE, 1743 LEASH