How I Restore Axes For Work: Extra Clips and Tips
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- čas přidán 24. 01. 2019
- This was originally going to include this in the Fundamentals series but I thought it was too long and boring. Some of you guys might be interested though. This is how I do it and it works well enough for me though there is more than one way to skin a cat
Can't wait for the day there's more than the 3-5 of us commenting here and chatting axes. Really hope the channel blows up for you
Totally agree, I respect Ben's no nonsense opinions based on actual field testing and experiences he shares, both good and bad.... Mind, a pair of gloves in this vid may have been a good idea lol
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@Franklin Rowan definitely, have been using kaldroStream for since december myself :D
@Franklin Rowan Yea, been using Kaldrostream for months myself :)
Good tip about the scissors. That will come in useful for a lot of projects.
Hey, Ben, if there is wood left proud it won't interfere with the wedging as much as you think. The extra wood just gets bent out of the way. At least it has been doing that in my anecdotal experience. I also leave the wedge extra proud if the head needs tightening later on.
Hey Ben, thanks for the knowledge. I recently got a Helko, ive been using it to clean up, and get exercise... Keep the videos coming, and thanks
That is a fantastic book - full of advice I'd take as almost absolute truth. Great video, thanks.
Nice Ben! Very informative. BLO can be safe if you boil it yourself from raw linseed oil. The store bought stuff usually has additives in it. Great are handle finish!
Good tips there Ben, I have a bevel gauge now but started with a protractor/level app readily available for free on most phones. Ideal for getting an idea of the angles needed for the OCD sharpeners amongst us. Thanks for sharing
You could probably make a separate video behind the ideal wedge shape. In my mind ideally you want good contact/expansion within the head and also a nicely mushroomed external fit. That's what I would consider a perfect fit. From a looks point of view I really don't like using a metal wedge on my axes and personally haven't had any issues not using them but I think they certainly do help. Especially on bigger heads/eyes. Really informative vid.
Sometimes the first few hits of the wedge cause the head to walk up a bit on me. I found that if flip the axe over and place the top of the wedge on the floor and then hammer the butt of the handle (as if fitting the head initially) then the head stays seated (may even seat further) and the wedge gets driven in at the same time. Then you can beat the wedge from the top to finish. My wedges always break up like you said. I agree that its not a problem.
Good information Ben thanks
Ben, I tested my new Fiskars 28 inch "chopping axe" they call it. Its black, orange lanyard hole and 3lb head. Its very sharp, nice profile for a composite axe. Chops and splits like a dream. Frozen balsam fir no problem. No edge deformation so far, kept its edge perfectly, with a lot of bite. Very nice to swing. Comfortable in the hands. No complaints so far. I was so impressed I ordered a X27 splitting axe with 36 inch handle. My 6lb maul it cumbersome, I'm going to keep it because it doubles as a sledge hammer. You inspired me to get a composite handled axe after watching your Husqvarna videos. Thank you. Wish I purchased a Fiskars years ago. Love Axes! Cheers!
Glad to hear it, my husqvarna composite axe has become one of my favourite tools. Seems to me like a lot of internet reviewers talk shite and look down their nose at anything that isn't wood handled. I am tempted by the X27, looks like an awesome tool
I ordered the X27 splitting axe for $49 US dollars plus free shipping on ebay. I like the wedge profile of the head.
Thanks Champ 😀👍
Hi an thanks for sharing. It's always interesting to see how someone else hangs an axe. I prefer to put the handle on the ground while driving the wedge in, so that the head doesn't bounce back. I also prefer using a axe or hammer with a face larger than the wedge, makes it easier to drive it in without splitting it. Here in Germany you can put a vintage axe together for less than 25€. Axehead from eBay for around 10€ including shipping, or even cheaper from flea markets (I bought three oxe heads for less than 5€/piece in the last year) and a ash handle from the hardwarestore for 12,50€ (they can be good quality if you select one wit good grain). All the best from Germany, Maximilian.
Yeah i get a some stuff from german ebay, much better prices
Yep, I have a couple of ax heads that I may re-handle one day. But it cheaper to just get a new one. A good handle is about $20; a decent ax for every day beating is $25.
Can't believe how good the scissors were
Highly informative ... thanks, Ben. Could you mention please the name of the guages you were using? Are they easily found? What stone do you find works the best? Have a good day.
Veritas gauges, stone is a cut down japanese king 400/1000 grit
Top notch as always Ben. Do you ever make your own wedges? Every one I've ever used here across the pond has been absolute pulpwood shit. Hope your hand is doing better.
The handles I buy tend to come with them but I have made my own from beech. Hand should be good for sunday, hopefully next video then
Got a good Brades axe the other day at the junkshop the handle caught my eye the heads not too bad probably around 3 1/2lbs looks like it may have been heavier but worn down bit of mould but all in not bad for 7 quid.
Even if it is worn the brades axes are my favourite to split with
Silverline replacement axe handles I found were very good theyre about a fiver and largely straight handles made of beech and with a bit of thinning theyre a good option. In my experience.
Hi Ben, really informative video. I've a question: I'm refurbishing what looks possibly like a vintage 2 1/2 pound gransfors/ hultafors axe (the stamp is worn and pretty hard to read), I can sort of see 'sweden' on the bit and it has remnants of blue paint on it. Anyway, my brand new vallorbes bastard file has completely worn out and no longer cuts after only about 30 mins of grinding. I've still not finished the job and wanted to know if this is something you've ever come across? I can only guess it's because the steel is so hard it's out worn the file? It started so well too but now is barely scratching the surface. Any help or ideas would be really helpful! I don't have access to a belt grinder etc btw. Thanks!
Yeah gransfors axes are too hard imho
Good deep wedge
Ben
Have you ever used Balistol oil for axe handles?
You are a great teacher!
No never used ballistol, dont see why it wpuldnt work but is it toxic? Might not want your hands in contact with a handle like that
@@benscottwoodchopper
If you get a chance please research it.
Developed for the German army as cleaner lubricant for firearms and for wounds on the battlefield back to WW1.
Long threatened comes at last!
Great job, " rehabbing " old axes is the way to go.
It's not new and never will be again, just knock off the rust leaving the patina, fix and impeding damage, hang it, sharpen it, then put it to use.
Polishing up old working tools with history drives me crazy, you can get a brand new axe from Council tools here in the US and there are a number of German and swedish companies making respectable working axes as well.
The point being if you want a brand new looking axe buy one that is in fact brand new.
I as well use olive oil on my tool handles.
Where do you get that large bevel gauge?
Woodsmithexpeience.co.uk, though just google axe angle gauge and you should be able to find a seller
Where did you get that gauge?
woodsmithexperience.co.uk/shop/product/veritas-bevel-gauge/
What's the handle?
gransfors american felling axe replacement, straight
Hey Ben...do you have a video featuring you performing the application of a banana grind?
Not sure that you mean?
@@benscottwoodchopper: Well...I see that several of your axes have "banana" grinds on the bit...and I was wondering if you had a video of you applying one to an axe bit?
@@Master...deBater Its just something that naturally happens if you file a flat bevel on a convex cheeked axe czcams.com/video/yUTqAPfU_rE/video.html
Are you talking about flax seed oil?
Yes
@@benscottwoodchopper Yeah...flax is the same as linseed...only food grade. I use it all the time and it works great..
Don’t use wood glue
Nope, wood glue is the best way
@@benscottwoodchopper if it’s hung correctly and you use BLO it’s all you ever need.
@@GUNSnARMYRN I disagree, but whatever dude
@@benscottwoodchopper no worries. We all have our preferences
@@GUNSnARMYRN from my experience after a lot of chopping glue holds the wedge in better, a blo wedge can start to slowly work itself out
This guy is less than half my age. Ive been working with and redoing axes for over 40 years here in the U.S.A.. I watched a video of him with a young girl and put in a few words to witch he replied in a idiot . Well I was going to send a very nice old boys ax to them as it would have worked for her great. Ive only got 5 to 600 axes here at our house. So do it your way . We have found ax heads in the ground at old homestead sites and redone them and they work like new. But he says ive no clue. Everyone has to start somewhere but when you tell your elders they are idiots 🙄 idk .
Like Buckin says be kind...
That, is a blatant lie. You commented on my videos acting like a douche, not only saying I had no clue, but that you turned off the video before finishing it, therefore strawmanning my argument and discretiting me unfairly. I have zero time for people like that. You may have been on this giant spinning ball of crap longer, but you are half as wise. If you had been kind in the first place, no issue. DID GETTING A TASTE OF YOUR OWN MEDICINE HURT LOL?