Black Diamond BD41017165 Raven Pro Ice Axe 65 cm
- 65 cm length
- 0.5 kg item weight
- 300 g head weight
- Stainless steel blade, aluminum handle
- Chisel blade edge
- 50 centimeters blade length in the spec rows
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A Raven Pro ice axe with a stainless head, aluminum handle and chisel edge, listed at a longer shaft length. The listing has no feature copy or rating details.
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ASIN: B08BHZS97MModel: BD410171Category: Ice Axes
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Overview
Not a multi-piece kit, this listing is a single Raven Pro ice axe: an aluminum handle carrying a stainless steel head with a chisel edge. The head weight is given, which is rare for a listing this short.
A stated head weight and a longer shaft length help a mountaineer judge the swing and the carry. Everything beyond the spec rows is a general brand paragraph, so certification and use ratings are missing.
Who it's for
Mountaineers who prefer a longer axe and want a head weight on record get that here. Buyers who expect extras in the package, or who need rated technical performance, should check the maker details.
Pros and cons
- Published head weight
- Stainless steel blade
- Chisel blade edge
- Longer shaft length
- Included items are not listed
- Certification not listed
- Blade length reads oddly beside shaft length
Performance notes
A heavier head adds momentum on the swing, which can help in firm snow, while a longer shaft changes how the axe reaches from a walking stance. The chisel edge is built to penetrate rather than hook.
Where it stands among ice axes
- #9 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
| Brand | BLACK DIAMOND |
|---|---|
| Model | BD410171 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Head Weight | 300 g |
| Size | 65 cm |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Blade length (spec rows) | 50 centimeters |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Handle Material | Aluminum |
| Other details | |
| Head Type | Ice |
| Blade Edge | Chisel |
Closest rivals on specs
PETZL Glacier Ice Axe- Head Weight 300 vs 365 g (-18%)
Grivel Air Tech Evo G-Bone with Long Leash Ice Axe- Head Weight 300 vs 458 g (-34%)
Frequently asked questions
How heavy is the head?
The spec rows give a head weight of 300 g.
What is the axe length?
The title gives 65 cm.