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About the DMM Vertex Hammer
The DMM Vertex ice axe delivers a technical mountaineering tool with a modular and refined geometry pick system for robust performance in challenging winter conditions and on a variety of terrains. A gently curved shaft provides excellent self-arrest performance, while a base spike provides grip and stability on snow and icy slopes.
A compact hammer offers efficient driving in pitons, while the durable anodised aluminium shaft allows plunging the axe into snow when on the move. The hot-forged head is comfortable to hold and the axe is weighted to allow a balanced swing and tethering points allow efficient clipping.
The Vertex from DMM gives you a classic ice axe with a lightweight and optimised design for general mountaineering and alpine hikes and treks.
- Refined pick geometry optimised for ice climbing
- Sliding Finger Rest compatible with Vertex, Spire and Spire Tech
- High strength steel alloy pick, spike, adze/hammer for excellent durability
- Minimalist hot forged head, for strength and durability. Designed to comfortably fit the hand
- Raised spine on pick allows the tool to be used with, or without, an adze or hammer
- New compact hammer ideal for driving in pitons and adding weight to the swing of the axe
- Equal weights on both the adze and hammer, give a balanced swing when using two tools
- Strong and light anodised aluminium shaft, for reliable support
- Large tethering points in the head and spike, for ease of clipping and security
- For: Technical winter mountaineering
- Length: 50cm
- Weight: 430g
- Certification: EN13089:2011 Type 2