Monster Maul still being made.

19 years ago

I have looked long and hard to find the Monster Maul. Two companies make them in the 15 Lb. size. Here are the sites.

http://www.baileys-online.com Item is called Mega Maul 14.5 Lbs.

http://www.logsplitters-ironoak.com/itemdetailpage.php?itemid=10328&offset=0amp;mode=category&categoryid=116&parentid=109&searchtext=

This comany includes S&H in the price. Most postings I have seen here, the cost of shipping a heavy item like this was costly.

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normf_isp_com

18 years ago

I've owned one of the real ones, an Original Monster Maul, since 1981. Nothing else can match it, period! (Well, 'cept maybe another Monster Maul.) Which brings up the point of belatedly chiming-in to the conversation here: Sotz made at least four models of the Monster, the key difference being weight. If you're looking for a substitute, now that Sotz is gone, be sure you compare Sotz's model descriptions with your find before you settle on a purchase. It can make a big difference on whether you're pleased with what you get or not. Here's the difs in their own words --

Professional Maul - handle mounted in sleeve with silicone rubber. Absorbs shock. (Includes cushion grip.) 17 lbs. 25 Year Guarantee. $28.95

Original Monster Maul - over 1,000,000 sold. Now with triple thick sleeve. 16 lbs. 10 Year Guarantee. $24.95

Lady's Maul - for smaller logs. 12 lbs. 10 Year Guarantee. $21.95

Economy Maul - made similar to imitations that come and go. Priced much less. 15 lbs. 5 Years Guarantee. $16.95

Those were 1986 prices, delivered to your door no less! (Outside the lower 48? Dunno, sorry.) Factory pickup in Columbia Station, OH was $23.95, $19.95, $17.95, and $12.95, respectively, just for reference's sake. Kinda hard finding warranties like those, too ... 'specially the Pro's. O-fer them good ol' days!

The company's ad that year described the maul in the photo with these features: high strength steel handle, high carbon steel head, hardened splitting edge.

Happy hunting ... or if you do get a good one, happy splitting!

Regards,
Norm

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Comments (14)

dave_mn
19 years ago
Log Blaster maul avalable at Northern Tool.
12 lbs
$27.00
spinnervin
Original Author
19 years ago
Hey Dave that one by Northern Tool I have seen on a lot of postings here. The other two I have found I have not seen here and a lot of people liked the heavy Monster Maul made a while back. These seem to be the closest to it. Have you ever used of know anyone who has used this splitter.

Vin

http://www.wikco.com/LSM78.html

Here is a link that might be useful: Wikco Super Spear Splitter
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tkendr01
19 years ago
I have had a Monster Maul (by Sotz) for about 15+ years, but have not used it lately after I installed gas logs. With very straight-grained wood, such as red oak, it really works quite well.
However, it's almost impossible to hang it up - it just rebounds. For wood with gnarly grain or where a branch or fork occurred in the tree, either saw-cut it or used multiple wedges or wood grenades. They DO get stuck, but will gradually pry apart the wood.
I found a knockoff of the MM one time for $5, so I have two mauls in that style.
surveyor40
19 years ago
i just bought one at tractor supply i think it cost 39.00
it weighs about 16#s
herb_wi
19 years ago
I have an original Sotz Monster Maul and newer knock-off copy. The copy has a shorter handle than the original MM and I don't like it as well. I believe the heads are the same weight.

Years ago Sotz offered a "Lady's" MM that was lighter. Wish I could find one of those....
andyma_gw
18 years ago
The one I used had a steel handle. It worked well, but I didnt like the shock it gave my wrists.
rickcolombe_yahoo_com
15 years ago
I had an original Sotz Monster Maul back in 1981. I have split well over 100 logger's cord with it, and having nothing but praise for the tool. So here I am 30 yrs later and can not find my maul. Sotz is out of business? L&M Supply carries a similiar product, yet it just does not have that same old feel as the original. Oh well... Perhaps it's just the 30 year age span that has brought the different "feel". Sure wish I could find another one.
HU-374704781
6 years ago
We had one on the farm in North Dakota in 1978. I still have it today and use it almost every weekend. The original Sotz Monster Maul is simply the best wood splitter you will ever swing!
HU-568078345
6 years ago
Split around 4 cords of wood with the monster mail fall winter of 79-80. You could split large knotty logs as easy as cutting a pie. I would do it again at 62 .
HU-623392318
5 years ago
i used the sotz maul i got at yard sale for 30 years mine weighs 22lbs i guess thats the biggest they made i know its a bear to swing but you cant beat it
HU-317875090
5 years ago
I have an original sotz monster maul that I purchased approx 1978. used every year and broke the head off. Will have to get it welded back on. It is 12 lbs
HU-910754016
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
Hey guys! Look what i have! Yes this is an original Sotz head. I havent weighed it yet, but i think its the smaller one.
HU-910754016
3 years ago