Axe 'N Gear Music History 

The owner of Axe 'N Gear Music, Darryl Paterson, retired from the Guelph Fire Department as a Captain/Platoon Chief after a great 30 year career. He has also been a guitar player and involved in music his entire life...and in 2007 he created his business called "Axe 'N Gear Music" to grow his passion of owning a music store while still in his professional firefighting career.  The name "Axe" reflects not only a firefighting tool but is also a slang term used for a guitar, and "Gear" is all of the musical equipment that goes with it. The flames used in all of the logos and signage also reflects Darryl's firefighting history.
Today, after more than 18 years in business, Axe 'N Gear Music in Walkerton Ontario has shipped more than 14,000 items worldwide and has become a meeting place for many musicians in the region. Along with a great staff, Darryl's team proudly offers customers a grand 2 level store with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The goal has always been to put customers first and ensure that their buying experience is always first-class. The Axe 'N Gear slogan is true..."Small Town Service and Big City Selection... it's worth the drive to Walkerton!"