Old thread I know, but Stihl has a Universal Forestry Axe that has a really good balance to it. The handle is well thought out; the shape of it is ergonomically pleasing. It is not a ‘Top End’ axe in terms of quality (if you are an Axe Snob), but a very serviceable tool nonetheless.
http://www.stihlusa.com/products/hand-tools/axes/woodforestaxe/
Good for driving wedges, removing small limbs, busting out face cuts, light splitting, etc…
I have many other axes….but the ‘feel’ of this one (when I picked it up in the store) was so good…it immediately convinced me to take it home. I have really enjoyed it.
Be sure to get some type of scabbard for it. It is pretty sharp right from the factory, but a little time spent with a stone, will have it dangerously sharp! You’ll want to have that edge covered for certain.