PETZL Quark
- 454 g item weight, **465 g** head
- Carbon steel blade, plain edge
- Adze head, ice type
- Over-molded bi-material handle
- CE, UKCA and UIAA certified
- 3 year manufacturer warranty
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A technical ice axe with an adze head, certified to the main climbing standards and made in France. A sheath is the only extra item listed.
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ASIN: B07CHDHGZRModel: U019AA00Category: Ice Axes
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Overview
Swinging into technical ice, the Petzl Quark is an ice axe with a carbon steel blade, a plain blade edge and an adze head. The handle is over-molded bi-material and a sheath comes with it.
It is described as a professional tool for technical ice climbing, mountaineering and glacier travel, with a certification set to match. The listing gives no length, pick type or leash information.
Who it's for
Technical ice climbers and mountaineers on glaciers are the intended users. Buyers needing exact length options or a hammer should confirm those separately.
Pros and cons
- Carbon steel blade
- Certified to major climbing standards
- Length not clearly listed
- Head weight differs from item weight
- Leash not mentioned
Performance notes
Steel in the blade penetrates and holds in ice, and the over-molded handle gives a secure grip in gloves. Head weight drives how much momentum each swing carries.
Where it stands among ice axes
- #2 most-searched brand and model of the 11 ice axes lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 15 ice axes we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Model | U019AA00 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Head Weight | 465 g |
| Weight | 454 g |
| LIGHTWEIGHT | Weighing only 1.41 lb, balancing durability with ease of use. |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material | Carbon steel |
| Handle Material | Over-molded, bi-material |
| Color | Black and silver |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Sheath |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty | 3 year manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Head Type | Ice |
| Style Name | Adze |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Certifications | CE, UKCA, UIAA |
| SPECIFICATIONS | 50 cm - designed for optimal performance and user comfort. |
Closest rivals on specs
PETZL Glacier Ice Axe- Head Weight 465 vs 365 g (+27%)
Frequently asked questions
Can the Petzl Quark be used for glacier travel?
Yes. The description lists technical ice climbing, mountaineering and glacier travel.
Does the Petzl Quark come with a sheath?
Yes. A sheath is the one included component.
Is the Petzl Quark a hammer or an adze model?
It is an adze model, per the style name.
Where is the Petzl Quark made?
The description says it is manufactured in France.