The Kindling Cracker™ Original makes preparing firewood safer, quicker, and easier than traditional log splitting methods. Designed for use with wood-burning stoves, fireplaces, fire pits, and campfires, this clever cast iron splitter creates kindling without the need for an axe, offering a simple and effective solution for households that regularly burn firewood. Splits firewood up to 16cm in diameter No axe required for safer operation Original patented design made from cast iron Crafted in an Australian foundry Virtually maintenance-free with a 5-year warranty Description The Original Safer Firewood Splitter The Kindling Cracker™ Original is a simple yet highly effective tool designed to make splitting kindling safer and more accessible. Whether you're lighting a wood-burning stove on a winter evening, preparing logs for an open fire, or getting a campfire ready for the evening, it offers a straightforward way to create kindling without swinging an axe. Compact, durable, and easy to use, it's a practical addition to any home that relies on firewood for warmth or outdoor living. Safe and Easy to Use At the heart of the Kindling Cracker™ is its patented design, which keeps the blade fixed securely inside a protective safety ring. Simply place a log inside the ring and strike it with a hammer or mallet to split the wood cleanly and efficiently. By removing the need to swing a sharp axe, the Kindling Cracker™ provides a safer and more controlled way to prepare kindling, making it suitable for a wide range of users. Built for Years of Reliable Use Crafted from high-quality cast iron in an Australian foundry, the Kindling Cracker™ is designed to withstand years of regular use. Its solid construction and lack of moving parts make it exceptionally robust, while requiring virtually no maintenance. Backed by a 5-year warranty, it's built to deliver dependable performance season after season. Trusted Worldwide With hundreds of thousands sold around the world, the Kindling Cracker™ has become a trusted choice for homeowners, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Its combination of safety, simplicity, and durability has transformed the way people prepare firewood. For larger logs over 16cm in diameter, consider the larger Kindling Cracker™ KING model. Please note: A hammer is required for use and is not included. A bundle version is also available with a German-made sledgehammer included. Key Specifications: Dimensions: 22 x 22 x 31cm Safety Ring Inside Diameter: 16.5cm Maximum Log Diameter: 16cm Weight: 4.8kg Material: Cast Iron Warranty: 5 Years Delivery Information We offer Free Delivery to the United Kingdom Mainland on all orders over £500. We currently deliver to all locations within the United Kingdom (UK). However, if you are outside of mainland UK (including the Scottish Highlands, Scottish Islands, Channel Islands, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Scilly Isles, and Northern Ireland), please contact us at info@alfrescochic.co.uk or on 0333 050 9974 to discuss your delivery options and to obtain a quote, prior to placing your order. Large items (> 30kg in weight) will be delivered on a pallet. Please note that our transport providers will deliver your item(s) to the nearest kerbside vehicular access point at the delivery address, and are under no obligation to place the item or any of its component parts any nearer to the required final position. Smaller products under 30KG in weight are being delivered by parcel courier. Please ensure you read our full Delivery Policy here. Current Delivery Times We aim to deliver all Kindling Cracker goods within two to four working days from the processing of payment. Dispatch normally takes place within 24 hours of the payment being processed. Any products not available at the time of ordering will be dispatched as soon as is possible. Need further help? If you have any questions regarding delivery times, please don't hesitate to contact us at info@alfrescochic.co.uk. Alternatively you can give us a call on 0333 050 9974 and a member of the team will be happy to help! Refunds & Returns What is the returns policy? You have 14 days after the day you (or someone you nominate) receive the goods, to change your mind and return the goods to us. Where the goods are split into several deliveries over different days, you have 14 days after receipt of the last delivery to change your mind. Are there any exclusions? You do not have a right to change your mind in respect of any goods that: • you have damaged; or • are no longer in their original condition (including where you have cut tags off or where you have removed any internal packaging). How can I request a refund? You can begin the return process by contacting us via email at returns@alfrescochic.co.uk. Where should I send my return? If your return request meets the requirements in this Returns Policy, we will issue you with a return authorisation and further information on where to send your goods. We must receive the goods within 14 days of your telling us you wish to return your goods. Please do not send any returned goods to the address at the end of this page. Any goods sent to this address will be returned to you, at your cost. Who covers the cost of returning the goods? We will pay the costs of the return if the goods are faulty or misdescribed. In all other circumstances (including where you are exercising your right to change your mind), you must pay the costs of return. This includes where we have agreed to collect the goods from you. Will there be any deductions from my refund? We may reduce your refund of the price (excluding delivery costs) to reflect any reduction in the value of the goods, if this has been caused by your mishandling. If we give you a refund before we are able to inspect the goods and later discover that you have handled them in an unacceptable way, you must pay us an appropriate amount. When will I receive my refund? We will make any refunds due to you as soon as possible, and within 14 days of receiving your returned goods. For any questions or feedback, please contact us at info@alfrescochic.co.uk or on 0333 050 9974. FAQS Ask a Question Have a question about this product? Send it to us via the form on our Contact Us page and we will get back to you as soon as possible with an answer.