For anyone looking for an ultra-purposeful ice axe, consider the VIPER from BLACK DIAMOND.
Easy to handle and anchor, durable and resistant, it has a lightweight shaft that extends into the handle for added strength and responsiveness. The Titan blade offers great wear resistance for the most delicate terrain. The Titan blade is integrated into a modular head that allows you to easily change the blade and replace the hammer with a bit and vice versa.
Finally, the adjustable FlickLock® technology that slides along the handle can be used as a hand rest or auxiliary handle.
The Hammer version comes with a hammer.
An ice axe that can cope with the multiple demands of mountaineering, for a wide variety of winter routes.