Dark Machine is a lightweight technical ice axe built for ice and mixed terrain. Its G-Bone carbon composite shaft and full carbon handle deliver optimal balance, precision, and a controlled swing, combining low weight with exceptional durability.
The head is compatible with the VARIO interchangeable system, which provides a custom choice of blades and accessories for any route or condition. Options include naked, mini-hammer, hammer, and adze configurations, as well as multiple blade technologies (hot-forged or laser-cut) to match terrain demands.
Designed for demanding ice climbing, dry tooling, and technical mountaineering, Dark Machine offers maximum strength, precision, and control.
No compromise.
- Activities: Ice climbing, Dry tooling, Technical mountaineering
- Materials: Steel blades and accessories; carbon composite shaft; full carbon handle; steel tip
- Certifications: CE EN 13089 Type 2, UIAA 152
- Compatible blades: Ice Vario, Total Ice Vario, Total Dry Vario, Katana Ice Vario, Dry Plus Ice Blade
- Weight: 504 g
- Length: 49 cm
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
- Technical Notice: General
- EU Declaration of Conformity
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