Joe explore on Instagram: "Sorry to disappoint 😔 4 MAIN USES OF A AXE (despite looking cool) 1. Support while walking or climbing: Used as a walking stick on snow and ice to maintain balance and stability on steep or uneven terrain. 2. Self-arrest: The pick is used to stop a fall by digging it into the snow or ice, preventing a dangerous slide down the slope. 3. Anchoring and belaying: The shaft can be driven into the snow to create an anchor for belaying, securing a rope, or for use in crevass