A woodcutter's tool is an essential part of the job, and typically includes a WEDGE, AXE, SAW, and ADZE. A WEDGE is a triangular-shaped piece of metal or stone used to split wood. An AXE is a tool with a sharp blade at one end and a handle at the other, used for chopping wood. A SAW is a tool with a toothed blade used for cutting wood. An ADZE is a tool with a curved blade at one end and a handle at the other, used for shaping and smoothing wood.