Old axe restoration. Restoration and customization

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  • čas přidán 16. 06. 2022
  • In this video I'll show you how I restored my wife's grandfather's old axe. It was his favorite ax . I will also show you how to make an ax handle. I'll make the handle out of ash. Pleasant viewing.
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  • @OEF_Vet_0331
    @OEF_Vet_0331 Před rokem +250

    The way you secured the head to the handle was something I’ve never seen before. What a great idea. Very inspiring!

    • @WDRestoration
      @WDRestoration  Před rokem +15

      Thank you so much.

    • @gemofthewoods5802
      @gemofthewoods5802 Před rokem +12

      I've never seen that securing method either, did you invent that? If you did, you need to patent it!

    • @kougerat5388
      @kougerat5388 Před rokem +19

      @@gemofthewoods5802 There's a video of an antique firefighters axe restoration by "My Mechanics" which has the same kind of securing method, definitely worth a watch, so it would seem it's an old method that WD has bought back into use. He has done a marvellous job too.

    • @gemofthewoods5802
      @gemofthewoods5802 Před rokem +6

      @@kougerat5388 thank you for that. I'm going to try and find it right now. 😀

    • @williammcleroy558
      @williammcleroy558 Před rokem +4

      Yeah, that is unique. It will make changing handles much easier I bet!

  • @0galeicrum
    @0galeicrum Před rokem +16

    This is the most beautiful axe I've seen. Loved it.

  • @johnmccormick650
    @johnmccormick650 Před rokem +3

    You have done your Grandad proud transforming his old axe into a thing of beauty.

  • @percival23
    @percival23 Před rokem +27

    When restoring items with family connections, I like to just return the tool to it's original working state.
    It the tool was a favorite of those who have passed, I would never make such a radical change to it. It would just not sit well with me.
    I could just do a a radical restore job from an old axe I get for a garage sale and such.
    All that said, that is a beautiful modern design of an axe. Well done.

    • @dustincartie3502
      @dustincartie3502 Před měsícem +2

      I think it’s awesome what he did. It’s still a sentimental piece.

    • @mikewallace8087
      @mikewallace8087 Před 26 dny

      @@dustincartie3502 Maybe percival views the wear and tear on the tool as witness marks of events in the user's life. That is my view. The complexion of the Axe has been wholly erased.

  • @skepticbb93
    @skepticbb93 Před rokem +5

    This is the coolest looking hand axe I've ever seen. Well done!

  • @jeffbass9508
    @jeffbass9508 Před 2 měsíci +1

    One of my favorite axe restorations ever. Love the handle you made

  • @joewilliams4400
    @joewilliams4400 Před rokem +61

    Awesome restoration. It takes a special person to take the time and have the patience to create a piece of art like this. Thank you for sharing.......beautiful job

  • @neelcashyap7879
    @neelcashyap7879 Před rokem +36

    It's not just an axe, it's a piece of art....🪓

    • @akimlokman7545
      @akimlokman7545 Před rokem +2

      No. It just an axe

    • @user-jd7bg5bc2b
      @user-jd7bg5bc2b Před 6 měsíci

      ​@@akimlokman7545te felicito hermano una verdadera hobra de arte eres un artista

  • @irashort
    @irashort Před 5 měsíci +4

    That is the most beautiful hatchet I've ever seen. Absolutely stunning and a work of art.

  • @chrisordiway7203
    @chrisordiway7203 Před rokem +20

    That's a beautiful and very creative looking axe. The contrast between the wood and metal accents is great!

  • @rudybigboote3883
    @rudybigboote3883 Před 9 měsíci +5

    Come on man that’s not an axe! It is a beautiful work of art that should now be a treasured family heirloom for generations to come. Fantastic work sir!

  • @FriendlyNeighborhoodViking
    @FriendlyNeighborhoodViking Před 9 měsíci +1

    Wonderful work! Beautiful outcome!

  • @LucillenRory
    @LucillenRory Před rokem +7

    You turned an old rusty axe into a work or art. Just beautiful.

  • @CrispinEternity
    @CrispinEternity Před rokem +49

    So beautiful, more of a work of art than a tool. Your Grandfather would be proud! Congrats, great work.

  • @carlmcgee1623
    @carlmcgee1623 Před rokem +2

    SICK pick of the week !!!!! Grand pa should be really proud of you and your awesome skills. GREAT WORK !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @fernandoheminwayreed3271

    A masterpiece made of a old axe, the handle is on it's own a masterpiece, well done !!!!

  • @marvelfanr
    @marvelfanr Před rokem +79

    One of the most beautiful restorations I have ever seen done on CZcams!!! Amazing job!!

    • @Wooargh
      @Wooargh Před rokem

      at my school no one can learn how to do this because the cis white male students hog all the tools and the cis white male teacher lets them

    • @user-ge2qn6gp4o
      @user-ge2qn6gp4o Před 6 měsíci

      Not a restoration, he just simply made a wall hanger.

  • @pethoviejo
    @pethoviejo Před rokem +14

    Very nice. Love the way you integrated metal and wood. Thanks for sharing.

  • @jamisonyzaguirre6614
    @jamisonyzaguirre6614 Před 9 měsíci +19

    This is the most beautiful axe I’ve seen. Amazing job!

  • @josemacedo2023
    @josemacedo2023 Před rokem +1

    You have so much talent. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

  • @ravenshield7823
    @ravenshield7823 Před rokem +5

    Stunning, Having the wedge in the back like that is awesome. I would really love to have that on my side as a little wedge banger because it deserves to be used. Outstanding job.

  • @TomaszSwitaa
    @TomaszSwitaa Před rokem +3

    This is sick! I've seen a lot of axes, but the handle mounting system is brilliant!

    • @jurikristjouw
      @jurikristjouw Před rokem +1

      That was the part I liked the least... I thought it would be an aluminium wedge mounted old scool. But it is in style with the metal hybrid, so I guess it has to be that system.

  • @peterduncan1322
    @peterduncan1322 Před rokem +17

    Wow, what a treat it is to watch a real craftsman and artist combine those talents and watch the project unfold. Loved the inlays and how they compliment the entire project. I can assure you , your wife's grandfather is looking down and smiling.

  • @user-nt6je1kr1d
    @user-nt6je1kr1d Před 6 měsíci +1

    Great job taking something old an giving it a new look.

  • @drl-duc
    @drl-duc Před rokem +6

    What a nice peace of art you made out of an old peace. Respect for your work!!! 👍🙏

  • @JohnElHanafi
    @JohnElHanafi Před rokem +20

    Dude did not save that old axe but literally made a piece of ART! DAMN!!! In your channel description you mentioned that you are not a professional restorer I would say that you are beyond a professional restorer, you have a unique gift, keep on doing stuff!

  • @jimswanny1193
    @jimswanny1193 Před měsícem

    The only way this fantastic display of craftsmanship could possibly be appreciated any better is if my Father was alive to see it. Thank you, this really takes me back to the sometimes not so fun but learning experiences that he instilled in me.

  • @weldonf4081
    @weldonf4081 Před rokem

    Wow!!! Very impressive. You are truly a Craftsman !!! What a work of art!

  • @user-te6ex2he6t
    @user-te6ex2he6t Před rokem +58

    Красиво! Если повесить на стену и любоваться.
    Топорище,чем оно монолитней, тем крепче и безопасней!

    • @maks8105
      @maks8105 Před rokem +7

      да,а то от удара все эти пластины как воткнуться в руку😂😂не до красоты будет🤦‍♂️

    • @vktrcbrg9517
      @vktrcbrg9517 Před rokem +2

      скорее всего, так и будет (я про стену и любоваться). кому сейчас нужен топор? жил 15 лет в частном секторе, топоров была "коллекция" - штуки 4 разных размеров. пользовал их раз 5 суммарно (на всех). срубал старое дерево и по мелочи столярку какую-то, типа заострения кольев для новых деревьев. с учетом явного облегчения, этот топорик не для тяжелых работ все равно.

    • @andriidemianets7346
      @andriidemianets7346 Před rokem +2

      Есть топор для души, а есть для роботы.
      кто не работает с душой тот не поймет..
      Поэтому некоментирую такие видео просто получаю эмоциональное удовольствие.
      А кто привик языком молоть, так пусть мелет.. он для этого рожден

    • @alexe7234
      @alexe7234 Před rokem +1

      @@andriidemianets7346 A TI HE bOLTYH ? HAMOLOL TYT HEMALO !

  • @user-vu8kd1yi6z
    @user-vu8kd1yi6z Před rokem +13

    Хорошо когда вещи не выбрасываются,а преобретают новую жизнь в умелых руках.браво мастеру.

  • @chrisphillipsdrummer
    @chrisphillipsdrummer Před 7 měsíci

    Amazing work!!! That's probably the most badass axe I've ever seen!!

  • @johnnyvo9313
    @johnnyvo9313 Před rokem +6

    For whatever reason this was so relaxing to watch, this man has incredible talent!

  • @catgynt9148
    @catgynt9148 Před rokem +6

    Wow, what a beautiful, insightful restoration of your grandfather’s tool. I’m sure that you have garnered his approval. Thank you for sharing this insightful video presentation. Wishing you and your family a blessed week, gentle weather and restful evenings. Peace brother

  • @wobber999
    @wobber999 Před rokem +5

    Your grandfather would be so proud with your restoration

  • @L8RAlligator
    @L8RAlligator Před rokem +53

    WOW! Absolutely beautiful craftsmanship. I love the inlays - adds SO much character. Very nicely done.

  • @loreyschmidt6240
    @loreyschmidt6240 Před 10 měsíci

    That is incredible looking! Great job!

  • @vanmann8347
    @vanmann8347 Před rokem +16

    Breathing new life into something that it’s original creator, long passed away, would be proud of. I have a deep reverence for the craftsman who created tools and the tools themselves, that have lasted beyond a lifetime. There’s something special about holding something that’s survived not only time but the abuse that it’s taken during it’s lifetime. I think about who may have used the tool and for what purpose. Thanks for giving this tool time for the next generation to hopefully use and appreciate.🙏👍🇺🇸 Your skills are off the chart BTW.

    • @WDRestoration
      @WDRestoration  Před rokem +1

      Thanks for watching. 👍👍👍

    • @user-ge2qn6gp4o
      @user-ge2qn6gp4o Před 6 měsíci

      Yeah except it's not a tool anymore. If you tried to use it, it would fall apart. Not to mention now it's too light to do it's job.

  • @michaelsontag9817
    @michaelsontag9817 Před rokem +12

    This is the most beautiful axe I’ve ever seen! Amazing freaking work, I can stare at this all day 🤤

  • @abitoffcenter383
    @abitoffcenter383 Před 3 měsíci

    That is SICK!! I wish I had my Grandpas tools to refurbish. He was an avid woodworker!

  • @JipJac
    @JipJac Před 7 měsíci

    My Lord that’s a beautiful piece of work. Well done!

  • @miguelpimentel8539
    @miguelpimentel8539 Před rokem +3

    Your restor came out really nice bet if grandpa was here he’d really appreciate what you did

  • @jayh9635
    @jayh9635 Před 6 měsíci +13

    I think your grandfather would be proud of what you did! It's beautiful! Pass it along to your children.

  • @tony_fortunato
    @tony_fortunato Před rokem +1

    This is a f***n' masterpiece!! You made an incredible, amazing and beautiful job!! You're great and I'm so glad to have found your channel!

  • @WilliamDumoreGlobz
    @WilliamDumoreGlobz Před rokem

    Beautifully dynamic functional artwork created right before our very eyes! Life is good!

  • @johnsuggs3952
    @johnsuggs3952 Před rokem +21

    Watching your videos is addictive.
    When you started, I'm like there's no way he can do anything with that. Then it turns to, Ok I see where he's going with this.
    It ends up as my god, that wasn't even close to what I had in my head.
    Outstanding craftsmanship. You are a true artist.

  • @williammcleroy558
    @williammcleroy558 Před rokem +27

    Wow. I really admire the patience and skill it must take to do these sorts of projects. What a beautiful restoration!

    • @WDRestoration
      @WDRestoration  Před rokem +1

      Thank you so much.

    • @johnsuggs3952
      @johnsuggs3952 Před rokem +1

      There's very few things more impressive than watching a true craftsman go to work.

    • @Facetiously.Esoteric
      @Facetiously.Esoteric Před rokem +2

      You mean like ruining the temper and not knowing enough to reharden it?

    • @user-ge2qn6gp4o
      @user-ge2qn6gp4o Před 6 měsíci +1

      ​@@Facetiously.EsotericHow about making the head much lighter and weaker to use. No pins anywhere in the handle, just glued together.

  • @oldierockervy7362
    @oldierockervy7362 Před 11 měsíci

    Wunderschön !!! Farblich super ausgewogen und die Form des Axtblattes gut designed. Ein tolles Stück und großes Lob an den Restaurateur!!!

  • @sunnyr8434
    @sunnyr8434 Před 9 dny

    The best and most professional work I have ever seen. The axe and handle is simply the best.

  • @user-px9xw2ot2i
    @user-px9xw2ot2i Před rokem +24

    Изумительная переделка! Рукоятка- отдельное восхищение! Подписка однозначно.

  • @fireisle
    @fireisle Před rokem +3

    Beautiful job. I'm sure your Grandfather would be proud of his old axe and you.

  • @heikoplotner2636
    @heikoplotner2636 Před rokem +2

    Wundervoll ! Der Geist dieses schon verlorenen Beiles wurde wieder zum Leben erweckt ! Vielen Dank !

  • @RedPixel2023
    @RedPixel2023 Před rokem +3

    Totally agree, one of the most good looking axe design after restoration. Simplicity is real beauty!

  • @jeremyscannell26
    @jeremyscannell26 Před rokem +3

    Very nice job. End result was a masterpiece of unique art and craftsmanship. 👍🏼✌🏼

  • @matthiasulrich3460
    @matthiasulrich3460 Před rokem +3

    Meinen aller größten Respekt, eine wunderschöne Arbeit! Mein Großvater hätte gesagt: "Ein Mann mit goldenen Händen!".

  • @XaLoiVlog
    @XaLoiVlog Před rokem +17

    a perfect ax in every detail. your hand is a diamond hand

  • @vkgaur6048
    @vkgaur6048 Před rokem +2

    Such videos keep assuring me that two types of people still exist - 1. Honest people and 2. Those who work for their satisfaction. You are two in one and of some rare ones.

  • @steveocvirek6671
    @steveocvirek6671 Před rokem +8

    Wow - you used several techniques that I have never seen before anywhere else (combo wood/metal handle - partial depth inlays, and a very ingenious way to keep the ax head on).
    Beautiful results on the ax head and the handle. Thank you for making that video.

    • @junkname9983
      @junkname9983 Před rokem

      you never see this technique before because it's terribly impractical. It's fine if you never intend on actually using the thing but as soon as you do, you'd get terrible response from the handle and as the wooden part wear out, the metal part will start cutting into your hands when you use the axe. This is now nothing more than a show piece.

  • @tron3entertainment
    @tron3entertainment Před rokem +6

    I had to blow through most of the video due to lack of time. I have seen some nice restorations, but that is one of the best, if not the best I have seen. Everything from the cut of the axe head to the sculp of the handle is simply masterful. Wish I could restore one of my dad's tools. Your grandpa would be proud. That is a 'cutting edge' axe for the ages.

  • @carsky1980
    @carsky1980 Před 3 měsíci

    Brother, that is one of the coolest restoration projects I have seen.....just....wow! So well done, and the craftsmanship is unmatched!

  • @13thBear
    @13thBear Před 5 měsíci

    It's so beautiful you have changed it from a tool to a work of art.

  • @mitch3384
    @mitch3384 Před rokem +27

    That's some very beautiful work. Love how you secured the head, I've never seen that before!

  • @Gogreenoo3
    @Gogreenoo3 Před rokem +13

    Stunning! Beautiful blend of metal and wood, nice details in your design!

    • @WDRestoration
      @WDRestoration  Před rokem

      Thanks for watching

    • @7hjm8888
      @7hjm8888 Před rokem

      My friend, are you all right? I wish you good health, happy family, happy every day

  • @coucou4063
    @coucou4063 Před 11 měsíci

    Simply pretty awesome !
    GREAT WORK !

  • @antichuso
    @antichuso Před rokem +2

    Brutal, la pena que hacen falta tantas herramientas profesionales. Un trabajo espectacular!!

  • @phfx
    @phfx Před rokem +31

    Beautiful work. My father is a woodworker. Enjoyed the heck out of that restoration.

  • @elizabethwatson71
    @elizabethwatson71 Před rokem +6

    If you ever make another, similar to this one, I think it would look great mounted on a handle of MESQUITE! In the us it’s mainly used for the aromatic smoke. Few know that it is a truly beautifully grained piece of wood. Just a simple carnauba wax, buffed to a high gloss. Stunning

  • @Mustafa-fw3xq
    @Mustafa-fw3xq Před rokem

    i cant dare to use it on woodwork anymore !!! its an amazing piece of art for decoration

  • @el_dios5697
    @el_dios5697 Před 9 měsíci

    Awesome axe. Good work! 👏👏👏

  • @Austeration
    @Austeration Před rokem +3

    Fantastic job 👍 that handle is out of this world, just brilliant. well done

  • @Es--sE
    @Es--sE Před rokem +4

    Шедевр 👏👏👏👏 смотреть одно удовольствие 👍👍👍👍👍 респект 👏👍

  • @jestermetalworks
    @jestermetalworks Před rokem

    Bravo! That is an amazing work of art! Well done.

  • @juakoman
    @juakoman Před rokem

    Great job!! Love that axe! ❤

  • @odinson_2814
    @odinson_2814 Před rokem +18

    Шикарная работа! Браво, мастеру!

    • @odinson_2814
      @odinson_2814 Před rokem

      @@vovakotovsky4786 эстетику от хоз. быт. применения отличаете?

  • @garethwillis
    @garethwillis Před rokem +27

    Stunning. The shape, materials, style and finish are absolutely perfect.

  • @user-ql6kj9jo1j
    @user-ql6kj9jo1j Před rokem

    ШЕДЕВР. ПРОИЗВЕДЕНИЕ ИСКУССТВ. ЗОЛОТЫЕ РУКИ.
    СИЛЬНЫЙ МАСТЕР 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @gerardwijnsma7560
    @gerardwijnsma7560 Před rokem +1

    One word, beautiful!

  • @user-gp1ru4ep5s
    @user-gp1ru4ep5s Před rokem +22

    Таким мастерам всегда уважение за их талант

  • @thzzzt
    @thzzzt Před rokem +2

    One of the many phenomenal restorations shown on CZcams where, it's so perfect, you'd never want to actually use it, for fear of getting scratches on it.

  • @carlm.m.5470
    @carlm.m.5470 Před rokem

    That's a beautiful item, axe or otherwise, and it's very inspiring.

  • @mr_twotoke9222
    @mr_twotoke9222 Před 7 měsíci

    Insanely beautiful!!!

  • @tacousa87
    @tacousa87 Před rokem +9

    i used to know that allstate got good hand but now i know sir you got good hand too, amazing work... love from pakistan

  • @matyasstahl9409
    @matyasstahl9409 Před rokem +12

    That is the most beautiful axe I have ever seen. I wish I could buy an exact replica of it.

  • @belledetector
    @belledetector Před 20 dny

    Great design: beautiful, sturdy, durable, useful!

  • @SynthRockViking
    @SynthRockViking Před rokem +4

    Love the design of the polished metal vectors and dark/worn wood. You gave it passage into the new age with a fitting new body and kept its soul visible

    • @viacheslavbagaytdinov3203
      @viacheslavbagaytdinov3203 Před rokem

      Здравствуйте ! А за какую цену мне обойдётся такой топорик если у вас заказать ? ...

  • @prototyp4696
    @prototyp4696 Před rokem +14

    Ты как Бог: "вдыхаешь дух жизни" - и вот " новое творение". Очень красиво !!!

  • @betoreyna4293
    @betoreyna4293 Před rokem

    Man that’s some beautiful work and ingenuity…awesome

  • @mattbannan637
    @mattbannan637 Před rokem

    A TRULY HANDSOME PIECE!!!

  • @calumblair
    @calumblair Před rokem +25

    Quality craftsmanship, love the handle , never seen one made in this way

  • @eliezerjosetheodoro1028
    @eliezerjosetheodoro1028 Před rokem +23

    Quanto talento! Lindo trabalho, parabéns!!!

  • @marcoscesarfrancesquini7736
    @marcoscesarfrancesquini7736 Před 5 měsíci

    This is not a restauration, this is a master piece.

  • @eddievaldez9094
    @eddievaldez9094 Před rokem +1

    That's a beautiful piece of art.

  • @johnmorris2858
    @johnmorris2858 Před rokem +3

    Amazing. You really make it look so easy. Such a talent

  • @karinaleles1004
    @karinaleles1004 Před rokem +6

    excelente trabalho!👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @mwapa01
    @mwapa01 Před 9 měsíci

    Beautiful work 👌🏽

  • @fenrishound5939
    @fenrishound5939 Před 8 měsíci

    that wedge design is something to behold.
    never seen that before

  • @clorofilatuning
    @clorofilatuning Před rokem +4

    Que peça LINDA.
    Maravilhoso trabalho. Um dos melhores que já vi.
    Muito orgulho.

  • @user-xp2nf9hz4r
    @user-xp2nf9hz4r Před rokem +21

    Шикарно из старого топора в произведение искусства.

  • @JeffsTrades
    @JeffsTrades Před rokem

    I was skeptical at first about the metal in the handle, but wow.....great work man.

  • @weldonpark8423
    @weldonpark8423 Před rokem

    What a piece of artwork that thing is so gorgeous

  • @tulegenkudaibergenov3217
    @tulegenkudaibergenov3217 Před rokem +14

    Произведение искусства - моё почтение Мастер 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

    • @user-io4yh3yo5f
      @user-io4yh3yo5f Před rokem

      Не смущает, что топор наоборот был насажен и "мастер" повторил ошибку?