Climbing > Ice Axes & Tools

SMC called upon years of mountaineering and manufacturing experience to set ourselves to the challenge of designing the perfect general mountaineering axe. They achieved that goal and the result is the Shuksan's optimal performance in self-arrest, self-belaying, chopping steps as well as an anchor. Unquestionably a lifetime partner, alpinists treasure...

We've named our newest axe the Capra, in recognition of the sure-footed mountain goats that inhabit the nearby Cascade Mountain range. Quite often seen at elevations of nearly 10,000 feet, these hardy animals spend most of their lives above the timberline and are well known for being extremely nimble on...

The Himalayan Axe is designed and trusted to get you through it, up it, across it, down it and back home safely, making this axe the tool of choice for guides and climbers who push their limits. The axe head is manufactured from heat-treated 1/4'' thick chrome-moly steel. The pick...

Riveted and re-enforced neoprene head cover which fits all SMC Ice Axes and Hammers and a large percentage of other brands of ice axes and hammers. Remains flexible even in extreme conditions. Weight: 3oz

This Ice Axe Guard is close to bomb proof. This is about as durable as they come, and is extremely hard to tear. This is very important when you are dealing with your Ice Axe.