WAKTC IX Craftsman Awards Ballot

WAKTC IX Craftsman Awards Ballot
Cast your vote in the 5th Annual Craftsman Awards and help recognize the skill, creativity, and craftsmanship of our Certified Makers.

These awards are all about highlighting the talent and dedication of our craftsmen while recognizing the top creators who truly embody the spirit of innovation and artistry, with winners selected through a combination of community input and expert panel judging.

RULES OF THE CRAFTSMAN AWARDS
- All participants must be a member of the Certified Craftsman Program as of 2/15/2026.
- All participants are allowed one entry per award.
- All submissions need to have been created between the end of WAKTC VIII (previous World Championships) and 4/3/2026.
- All submitted axes must be WATL axe heads.
- All designs must adhere to the WATL Code of Conduct.
Review the entries and vote for the pieces that stand out to you in each category!
Your Info
Your Full Name*
Do not include nicknames.
Email*
example@example.com
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Best Hatchet

Recognizing overall design, craftsmanship, and visual detail in a standard hatchet build, from head to handle.
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Maker aesthetics (overall look of Hatchet)*

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1 is Worst, 10 is Best
Maker unique style*

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1 is Worst, 10 is Best
Gaps (hang)*

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1 is Large Gaps, 10 is No Gaps
Defects (wood working)*

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1 is Visible Defects, 10 is No Defects
Wedging*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Sanding*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Metalwork*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Blade Alignment*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
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YesNo
YesNo
Maker aesthetics (overall look of Hatchet)*

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1 is Worst, 10 is Best
Maker unique style*

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1 is Worst, 10 is Best
Gaps (hang)*

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1 is Large Gaps, 10 is No Gaps
Defects (wood working)*

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1 is Visible Defects, 10 is No Defects
Wedging*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Sanding*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Metalwork*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Blade Alignment*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
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YesNo
YesNo
YesNo
Maker aesthetics (overall look of Hatchet)*

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1 is Worst, 10 is Best
Maker unique style*

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1 is Worst, 10 is Best
Gaps (hang)*

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1 is Large Gaps, 10 is No Gaps
Defects (wood working)*

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1 is Visible Defects, 10 is No Defects
Wedging*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Sanding*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Metalwork*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Blade Alignment*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Entry 1Entry 2Entry 3
Best Big Axe

Highlighting standout design, scale, and visual execution in larger-format axes.
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YesNo
YesNo
Maker aesthetics (overall look of Big Axe)*

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1 is Worst, 10 is Best
Maker unique style*

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1 is Worst, 10 is Best
Gaps (hang)*

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1 is Large Gaps, 10 is No Gaps
Defects (wood working)*

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1 is Visible Defects, 10 is No Defects
Wedging*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Sanding*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Metalwork*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Blade Alignment*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
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YesNo
Maker aesthetics (overall look of Big Axe)*

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1 is Worst, 10 is Best
Maker unique style*

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1 is Worst, 10 is Best
Gaps (hang)*

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1 is Large Gaps, 10 is No Gaps
Defects (wood working)*

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1 is Visible Defects, 10 is No Defects
Wedging*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Sanding*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Metalwork*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Blade Alignment*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
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YesNo
YesNo
YesNo
Maker aesthetics (overall look of Big Axe)*

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1 is Worst, 10 is Best
Maker unique style*

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1 is Worst, 10 is Best
Gaps (hang)*

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1 is Large Gaps, 10 is No Gaps
Defects (wood working)*

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1 is Visible Defects, 10 is No Defects
Wedging*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Sanding*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Metalwork*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Blade Alignment*

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1 is Not Good, 10 is Perfect
Entry 1Entry 2Entry 3
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WAKTC IX Craftsman Awards Ballot

Your Info

Best Hatchet

Best Big Axe