Safer log splitting

Splitting kindling with an ax puts your fingers in the danger zone. The Kindling Cracker is a much safer solution, allowing you to put down the ax and grab a hammer instead. Just place the log in the ring and drive it through the wedge. It’s safe enough for kids to use.

Invented by

13-year-old

DIYer Ayla

Hutchinson for a school project, the Kindling

Cracker is now sold all over the world. It’s available in two sizes (for

$100 and $130) at

Northern Tool.