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Black Diamond
Raven Ice Axe

4.8125 out of 5 stars
16 Reviews
$99.95
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Raven Ice Axe

Black Diamond's Raven is a classic ice ace based off Chouinard's original pick. Modern updates include a lighter feel, redesigned geometry, and a better handle whether you're ascending steep, icy couloirs or traversing glaciars. The investment-cast, curved, stainless steel head's shape improves handling for traverses, and it has a large hole for carabiners of any size.


Details

  • Classic ice axe redesigned to be lighter and tougher
  • Investment-cast, stainless steel head improved for traversing
  • Updated pick and adze geometry allows secure placements
  • Trapezoidal, aluminum shaft with grippy cross-section
  • Item #BLDZ9BZ
Material
[shaft] aluminum, [head, spike] stainless steel
Length
55cm, 60cm, 65cm, 70cm, 75cm, 80cm, 90cm
Rating
B-rated
Leash Included
no
Claimed Weight
[55cm] 15oz, [60cm] 15.6oz, [65cm] 1lb 0.2oz, [70cm] 1lb 0.7oz, [75cm] 1lb 1.3oz, [80cm] 1lb 1.9oz, [90cm] 1lb 2.5oz
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year

Overall Rating

5 based on 16 ratings

Review Summary

1 Stars - 0 reviews
2 Stars - 0 reviews
3 Stars - 1 reviews
4 Stars - 1 reviews
5 Stars - 14 reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

November 6, 2023

BD Raven

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer
Size Bought:
80
Height:
5' 8"
Weight:
130

I have really enjoyed my time with the raven. I have tested this to about everything it is designed to do from general mountaineering to building steps up steep ice, and used as a shovel in a pinch summer camping. It's built like a tank. I would say this is the ice axe for someone in steep terrain with deep snow or flatter hard pack/ice. Personally wish I would have spent the little extra for the pro model.

Sawyer H
5 out of 5 stars

October 13, 2023

Couldn't be happier

Its a basic ice axe. Strong, light, I've used it quite extensively for non ice axe things and it proved to be a useful peace of gear for a good price

Johann S.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

September 12, 2023

Solid Raven

This is exactly how an ice axe should be. Great price too. Another quality piece of equipment by black diamond.

Jack G.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

August 10, 2023

Perfect general purpose axe

Super comfortable to carry from the head. Easy to secure with carabiner, very sturdy when driving in. Couldn't ask for more!

William M.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

July 10, 2023

@blackdiamond

if you're looking to make donations this is a great tool for many tasks that I've encountered while farming, foraging, and trapping... while it may not be intentional, this tool is great for general purpose living and could improve the lives of many people with heavier, less efficient versions.. while it is irreparable without advanced technology it sure does last. maybe consider giving some to people who need them, I know I'm happy to have one🙂

Brandon G.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

May 20, 2023

Straightforward and solid

Good balance, not too heavy, and very solidly built. No complaints, excellent tool

Brian B.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

March 28, 2023

BlackDiamond Axe review !!

Thank you BlackDiamond for producing Raven Ice Axe, super cool !!!! Like the weight & feel of the Raven. Hard to find a sweet ice axe, but this one is super sweet !! Thank you, sincerely:) Grant

Grant R.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

January 15, 2023

Excellent choice

This is a solid, go-to mountaineering ice axe. I’ve used their older model for a long time and I’m excited to upgrade to the newer version. Can’t go wrong with this classic!

Joshua S.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

December 23, 2022

Perfect for my needs

Used to live in the Eastern Sierra where I would borrow my friends well loved Grivel. This axe reminds me of that one. I don’t do any really crazy mountaineering, so this fits my needs as extra safety in snowy slopey conditions.

Kieran S.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

December 4, 2022

Lightweight and exactly what I

Lightweight and exactly what I was looking for for early season hiking crossing snowfields

Kendall G.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com