10 Bushcraft Axe Skills in 10 Minutes

Here are 10 bushcraft axe skills in 10 minutes (roughly!) The bushcraft axe is an important tool for wilderness survival and bushcraft in the woods. You can do many bushcraft camp tasks with the axe, not just felling trees, but a number of different ways of chopping firewood, and even splitting giant logs that would normally be far too big for small axes and hatchets!
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  • @TAOutdoors
    @TAOutdoors2 жыл бұрын

    Watch more Bushcraft Skills videos here: kzread.info/head/PLxnadpeGdTxAJy5_f_-6cjrAnuWRwUf8M hope you enjoy this one and a small break from my woodland series. Back to it soon! 🏕

  • @clinicalpsychologist

    @clinicalpsychologist

    2 жыл бұрын

    What are the names of the axes you use in the video?

  • @robertjb001

    @robertjb001

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great tips, I've seen you use them in your videos, but now you focused on them it makes so much more sense on your practices. Could you go more into the axe care and profiling of your/different type of axe's? I think this would be great information, especially in axe renovation.

  • @soonerfrac4611

    @soonerfrac4611

    2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome clip. Too few people really invest time in learning about the axe and what it is really capable of. Also, keep after those squirrels and make some stew for the campfire!

  • @a.vanzyl1700

    @a.vanzyl1700

    2 жыл бұрын

    I would love to see you build a permanent fort in your woodland, maybe even invite alec steele again.

  • @dannyboje

    @dannyboje

    2 жыл бұрын

    The second method I was thinking of when I saw you using the first method

  • @gotfoutside8346
    @gotfoutside83462 жыл бұрын

    I’m calling this a near-perfect how-to video. Densely informative, pleasant to watch and listen to, with no extra kerfuffle to pad the run time. Well done! Plus 7 out of the 10 techniques were new to me.

  • @elgoogsucks9005

    @elgoogsucks9005

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same here. Excellent tips, concise and pleasant. Top quality video all around.

  • @MrMahir-vq1tf

    @MrMahir-vq1tf

    2 жыл бұрын

    Would be perfection if he gave the subtitles in the video

  • @pablocayetano7255

    @pablocayetano7255

    2 жыл бұрын

    The perfect comment

  • @AbelSorin

    @AbelSorin

    2 жыл бұрын

    Apparently having lived most of my life in an eastern European country at country side made me an expert :D I didn't know only one technique, or maybe I used it unaware of it, but very rarely, as a form of playing, rather than working. The one where he created wood curls. We did not need that, as we did not need to start the fire the way he did. Even this winter we use wood for heating 3 of the stoves in our home, as nothing else is available at the moment (except electric heating, which is quite expensive). I plan to buy a new small axe soon, like the one in the video, as the ones that my father had around for years are mostly for choping wood, and too large to cary anywhere if in search for adventures :D Also we do not use wood wedges here, but metal ones. The right amount of sharpening (not a lot needed), makes the job much easier. We do have to split all the logs that way in preparation for the winter, which is at least a full big truck.

  • @aaronhunt1634

    @aaronhunt1634

    2 жыл бұрын

    Me too, and we'll said!! Seeing him lock the blade in the chopping block to use it that way was just superb.

  • @ABC-yt1nq
    @ABC-yt1nq2 жыл бұрын

    My father taught me that first trick 50 years ago, and I still use it to split difficult logs to this day. Excellent video.

  • @gumecindogarcia1070

    @gumecindogarcia1070

    Жыл бұрын

    Our Ghetto Scout Master, retired Navy man taught me that one. I grew up in a family of roofers so we all had good sharp Plumb brand hatchets. Nailing cedar shingles was a great way to grow up

  • @sondrestre828

    @sondrestre828

    4 ай бұрын

    Isnt this common sense ? I learned this in school when i was a kid. The entire class of 6 year olds got to try splitting logs that way.

  • @pinealism
    @pinealism2 жыл бұрын

    I've never seen these techniques before but they feel really familiar and all of a sudden makes me feel so much more confident about bush survival/living. Even though I already knew how clever ancient humans were, it always surprises me when you actually see the physics of a process play out, kind of like the first time you see the fulcrum and lever principal for the first time.

  • @heithheithinson2495

    @heithheithinson2495

    6 ай бұрын

    Watching someone else perform techniques in a video should not make you more confident in your own bushcraft skills. You have to practice these techniques repeatedly. It’s just like anything else. You have to try this stuff out and master it before you feel comfortable. Especially when it comes to things that could very easily injure or kill you. Also watching a video doesn’t make you do things better. Go practice.

  • @pinealism

    @pinealism

    6 ай бұрын

    @@heithheithinson2495 Nah, just going to watch KZread then go and risk everything 🤠

  • @sondrestre828

    @sondrestre828

    4 ай бұрын

    I mean, you are more likely to injure yourself when you are comfortable doing these skills. This isnt hard at all when you first try this, and usually you are more careful aswrll when you are doing new stuff.

  • @johntrentis_my_hero6667
    @johntrentis_my_hero66672 жыл бұрын

    I think you are hands down one of the most informative, articulate, and presentable instructors in the art of bushcraft that I’ve ever watched. Cheers.

  • @jimlahey5623

    @jimlahey5623

    Жыл бұрын

    Use it like hammer.... Wow very impressive! He must be pro axe user lmao

  • @scottbrigner6950
    @scottbrigner69502 жыл бұрын

    I lost a friend who was splitting wood. He was alone and hit himself in the leg and bled out. People don't always think about how dangerous it is.

  • @justsomeretardontheinterne6987

    @justsomeretardontheinterne6987

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm sorry for your loss friend. I will think of him whenever chopping in the woods now

  • @tommykwak7128

    @tommykwak7128

    2 жыл бұрын

    We have to really be careful

  • @Kachelator

    @Kachelator

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sorry to hear that. :(

  • @scottbrigner6950

    @scottbrigner6950

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's ok as long as anyone can take this and it pops in to their head for just a second every time they go to split wood than it wasn't wasted.

  • @hamzahits6198

    @hamzahits6198

    Жыл бұрын

    Lol

  • @setyourhandlex
    @setyourhandlex7 ай бұрын

    The kindling support tip is great. I've treated a number of axe-related injuries so literally anything to get people to give people an extra safety net is very welcomed.

  • @timjennifergower-ry2ot
    @timjennifergower-ry2ot Жыл бұрын

    Buddy , I just purchased my home last year and ending my second winter now. I have my father in-laws old axe and brought it back to life. These 10 things were a game changer for me! Thank you brother!

  • @not-a-raccoon
    @not-a-raccoon2 жыл бұрын

    As someone who loves to restore antique axes, this one really speaks to me.

  • @justsomeretardontheinterne6987

    @justsomeretardontheinterne6987

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'd say I do that too but I just put the head in a tub of vinegar and call it a day 😂

  • @Katshuri

    @Katshuri

    2 жыл бұрын

    Do you agree with/have anything to add in regard to the sharpening/maintenance of axes?

  • @not-a-raccoon

    @not-a-raccoon

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Katshuri Linseed oil is the best thing for axe handles. Keep it oiled and it will remain much more flexible and won't shrink. Don't forget to oil the handle at the eye too. As far as sharpening, the method he showed is a good one. Your axe should be as sharp as your knife. Not kidding. An axe is a tool for cross cutting wood fibers, and needs to be very, very sharp to do it well. Smaller touch ups on your axe edge is far, far easier than heavy sharpening. If your axe edge is dull, then start with a file and finish it with a stone.

  • @axemanmike4390

    @axemanmike4390

    2 жыл бұрын

    @ Not-A-Raccoon DITTO!

  • @darylarmentrout252

    @darylarmentrout252

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Not-A-Raccoon right on, I always sand the varnish off new handles for better grip

  • @gii_vannile
    @gii_vannile2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much . Axe is the only best multipurpose choice to live in the woods . Dec. 15th 2021 Wed. 03:20 am from Yokohama City Japan

  • @WelshPigeon

    @WelshPigeon

    2 жыл бұрын

    you're still up and not sleeping!?

  • @ronin_9

    @ronin_9

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@WelshPigeon Wales is the best country! CDawg is from Wales!! Let's go

  • @Felix-ii7mf

    @Felix-ii7mf

    2 жыл бұрын

    knifes are sharp, but not powerful. hammers are powerful, but not sharp. an axe is powerful and sharp

  • @jagman115
    @jagman1152 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this! It made it so much easier to explain these things to my son because he couldn't get it in person for some reason. He watched me do it the same way, but for whatever reason, he understood it better watching your video. I am a grandson of a lumberjack and have a "Michigan Axe" which is difficult for some people because of the double blades and their angles, but he understands how to use the widened handle below the axehead as a tool of the axe as well now. Maybe I didn't explain it well, but thanks again for your video.

  • @roddydykes7053

    @roddydykes7053

    2 жыл бұрын

    Learning something from an online video is sometimes easier than learning something in person for me, because it removes the barrier of “how am I supposed to act in front of this person?” A video you watch online is held in your own hand, so you feel ownership over the information. Finally, all micro-distractions disappear, because all that’s relevant to be seen is contained within the familiar rectangular-shaped box that is your phone, or a computer screen.

  • @finflwr

    @finflwr

    2 жыл бұрын

    Some people like myself find it much easier to learn from a visual demonstration, preferably from a person/format that has no performance expectations, than a verbal explanation. I always forget the first words by the time I get to the end, it just doesn't stick as a full picture in my head, whereas a video demonstration does. Different brains learn different ways.

  • @frocurl
    @frocurl2 жыл бұрын

    There many other uses but I love your attention to safety. Practicing safety as your main theme is great. Thank you for that.

  • @user-xi9es4vf4u
    @user-xi9es4vf4u2 жыл бұрын

    Це найкращий відос який я бачив сьогодні 👌👍🖐️вітаю всіх з наступаючим новим роком бажаю вам щастя здоров'я та сто 💯 років життя 👉🐟👍.

  • @OrderOfWoods
    @OrderOfWoods2 жыл бұрын

    OK, these tips and tricks I will use in the future for sure! Great video, Mike. Very simple, informative, creative. Best regards!

  • @Zuignap

    @Zuignap

    Жыл бұрын

    I will never use these, but somehow it is still interesting and entertaining to me

  • @mikegeld1280
    @mikegeld12804 ай бұрын

    This is definitely one of the better ones of these bush craft joints,this man is on point here,great job mate 👍

  • @LucasLima-tm4sr
    @LucasLima-tm4sr Жыл бұрын

    Considering that english isn't my first language, your video is really easy to understand, the way you speak is very clear 👏🏼👏🏼

  • @TAOutdoors

    @TAOutdoors

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @Leiter85
    @Leiter852 жыл бұрын

    You constantly have the best tips. You are what got me into the whole bushcraft world, thank you! Keep up the great content Mike!

  • @J.sh_CDN
    @J.sh_CDN2 жыл бұрын

    My dad taught me the first trick, always use it for splitting large logs. That carving axe looks amazing too by the way

  • @georgemarinescu4633

    @georgemarinescu4633

    2 жыл бұрын

    I used that trick many times, it is well known in my country, it is the only way to split the part with the roots, but take care, one time the log escaped from axe and hit my back hard !

  • @andrewwoods564

    @andrewwoods564

    2 жыл бұрын

    I didn't even know that's a "trick". I thought that is common knowledge.

  • @BillLowenburg
    @BillLowenburg Жыл бұрын

    Well done! I never use my axe or hatchet to drive stakes, but that’s a personal preference. I’m sure a lot of people will benefit from this tutorial. Thanks for posting it!

  • @sorearm
    @sorearm2 жыл бұрын

    That log breaking skill was amazing. I'd never have thought of that , thank you! Great series

  • @BearMadeIt
    @BearMadeIt2 жыл бұрын

    I love love love the Soulwoods Creation axe. Peter and James are masters of their craft! Thanks for the Video😁

  • @TheWickExp

    @TheWickExp

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😭 I’ve been looking through the comments for like an hour for someone to identify the hatchet🙌🏼

  • @amantinoubliable
    @amantinoubliable2 жыл бұрын

    The skills, the visuals, the explanation, and the safety warnings make this video a 10 out of 10. I will use your knowledge for my woodwork in my little house in the French countryside. Merci! Ps: you got me suscribed.

  • @dougcarden9663
    @dougcarden9663 Жыл бұрын

    The carving axe is a soulwood creations axe and it looks like that specific model was either custom or limited edition as it isnt on the website, for those of you who are wondering.

  • @scalleewagg9746

    @scalleewagg9746

    Жыл бұрын

    Came here for this. Thanks!!

  • @dougcarden9663

    @dougcarden9663

    Жыл бұрын

    @@scalleewagg9746 a shame isnt it, thats one of the most beautiful things ive ever seen

  • @noahblanco6105

    @noahblanco6105

    8 ай бұрын

    It's really a work of art

  • @ronalddugas5229

    @ronalddugas5229

    2 ай бұрын

    Special #1 Carving Axe (James Wood Edition) SOULWOOD CREATIONS Regular price $467

  • @dougcarden9663

    @dougcarden9663

    2 ай бұрын

    @@ronalddugas5229 aye, theyre all sold out and doubt any owners would be willing to part with them

  • @jonNH123
    @jonNH1232 жыл бұрын

    After watching this video for the first time, it's so clear to me why you have over 2 million subscribers. Really, this is the best video I've seen on axe tutorials. Thanks so much!

  • @ollie-qu8ny
    @ollie-qu8ny2 жыл бұрын

    Have been using an axe for years and still learnt a lot from this man. Great content and well presented. Subscribed and looking forward to more wisdom. Thank you.

  • @CptBilsn

    @CptBilsn

    2 жыл бұрын

    I wanted to say exactly the same thing.. I chop wood almost daily but still found the video informative ... I can also confirm, from personal experience, that the best way to get axe injury is while making kindling, tired and in a hurry, so this guy clearly knows his stuff.

  • @salazam

    @salazam

    2 жыл бұрын

    How on earth have you been using an axe for years and you haven't figured these "skills" out on your own? Are you learning disabled?

  • @timhyatt9185
    @timhyatt91852 жыл бұрын

    biggest problem i've seen most people have with axes and hatchets, is they underestimate just HOW sharp they should be. The old boyscout test: can you make a wood shaving with it (like when paring down the point of a diy tent/tarp stake, or make feather sticks like you demonstrated) if it won't, it's not sharp enough.....

  • @hello7533

    @hello7533

    2 жыл бұрын

    Agreed, it took me ages to realise that axes come with a non existent edge from the factory. I have a hultafors similar to the one in the video and it came with a terrible V edge. I spent 4hours with a whetstone convexing it, polishing the edge and properly sharpening it. It now cuts paper no problem even after processing a few trees and its so much less effort to use. Splits better due to the edge profile rather than getting stuck in logs too.

  • @wolfhound665

    @wolfhound665

    2 жыл бұрын

    I was at a gun show 20 years ago and one booth was selling Swedish made axes (I forget the brand) that has been prepped and m buddy picked it up and shaved a patch off his arm with it. First time I'd realized how sharp they should be.

  • @mrkiky

    @mrkiky

    2 жыл бұрын

    Most people that only go camping once in a while don't really bother. I find it's the same with kitchen knives. Most people's kitchen knives I see are amazingly dull. Everytime I lend someone my pocket knife they make a comment on how well it cuts, when in fact it just has a proper edge. Lots of people don't even know how sharp knives or axes should be and what a difference it makes while performing the appropriate cutting tasks. Sharpening stuff is definitely a nifty skill on its own.

  • @insulting_bjorn2354

    @insulting_bjorn2354

    2 жыл бұрын

    Maybe its Gränsfors, they make good axes

  • @bjornsjoberg5560

    @bjornsjoberg5560

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@insulting_bjorn2354 true that Gränsfors is the best axes according to me!

  • @ACTUALLYRICH
    @ACTUALLYRICH2 жыл бұрын

    Sooooooo refreshing. How videos should be ! No talking for 8 minutes with 3 sponsor shout outs. Cheers mate thank you!🙌🙌🙌 plus all the tips you gave are incredibly useful and practical.

  • @firemanbif
    @firemanbif Жыл бұрын

    I NEED that carving hatchet!! Probably the nicest looking most efficient one I’ve seen!! Thanks for all of your videos

  • @brianhyder2861

    @brianhyder2861

    2 ай бұрын

    What brand is it?

  • @ronalddugas5229

    @ronalddugas5229

    2 ай бұрын

    Yes, what brand us the small hatchet?

  • @Jonathan-0331
    @Jonathan-03312 жыл бұрын

    Thoroughly enjoy the axe basics. Nothing replaces getting outdoors and keeping your hand/eye coordination on point. Cheers from the states!

  • @Hiznogood
    @Hiznogood2 жыл бұрын

    First rule of splitting logs is to check the grains and if there’s any twigs. Never cut against the grains. Don’t use any force then the weight of the axe and log, saves energy if your chopping up a lot of wood. Always use the cracks in the logs, because it makes it so much easier. If you got a big heavy log, you can drive the axe head into it then turn all around and hold your axe in your left hand (if your right handed) and the grab the other side of the log with your other hand and bash the axe head with the look into the chopping block. Thus keep control of the log so it doesn’t detach of the axe and goes flying instead of splitting. Hope this made any sense, English isn’t my first language. I’m also not a professional woodcutter, and haven’t chopped wood in years but did it a lot as a kid and a youngster. I learned to chop wood of my dad when we went camping. The primary thing I got out of it was to chop wood safely (keep those legs wide apart!) and to save energy. The later so you don’t get too warm and sweat, because you will then get cold faster in the winter and if you save energy you can chop a lot more wood. BTW, the axe head for your axe is made just outside of my town!

  • @altitude1039
    @altitude1039 Жыл бұрын

    Nice to see people are still sharing woodcrafts skills 😊 I'd like to mention; that when using the weight of the log to split it it off the shoulder, be sure that you plant the axe well. I've seen many inexperienced people try this and watched as the log they were trying to split, fall off the axe and smack them in the leg or back of the foot/ankle. Be safe everyone!

  • @JB-rt4mx
    @JB-rt4mx10 ай бұрын

    I will never let you loose in any Forest I like..🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲

  • @RawIpharadisi
    @RawIpharadisi2 жыл бұрын

    Excellent, succinct and detailed tips for safe and effective axe use! Thank you for all your great presentations : )

  • @Turbogto_guy
    @Turbogto_guy2 жыл бұрын

    The format of this video is most excellent. You can’t get any better than this. Straight to the point and perfect portrayed info. Thanks!

  • @wakeaholic00
    @wakeaholic002 жыл бұрын

    This style of displayed guidance and precision detail is the whole community spirit of the internet and social media video publishing. Well done.

  • @AwoudeX
    @AwoudeX2 жыл бұрын

    I really liked the idea of using the weight of the log. So simple yet so very effective

  • @infamousblackheart
    @infamousblackheart2 жыл бұрын

    I love these kind of videos. My friend’s think I’m such a specialist because of what I learned from these videos 😂. Keep it up and keep em coming please!

  • @clarkjensen6034
    @clarkjensen60342 жыл бұрын

    Love the video! Who makes the carving axe? The detail and beautiful workmanship of blade to handle is top tier!

  • @jacobbradshaw4031

    @jacobbradshaw4031

    2 жыл бұрын

    I, too, would love to know this. It seems like an optimal addition to my growing bushcraft arsenal!

  • @dozer2734

    @dozer2734

    2 жыл бұрын

    I know i want one

  • @madedigitalimagery3638

    @madedigitalimagery3638

    2 жыл бұрын

    Me too!

  • @Julegaven

    @Julegaven

    Жыл бұрын

    I came looking for this exact comment, damn it's sexy! Sadly noone had answered it :(

  • @aronmcinnes8313

    @aronmcinnes8313

    Жыл бұрын

    Looks like a CKRT Fryer axe. Different handle or just carved and burnt. I have both of these axes as my main ones for the same reason raised here.

  • @MrBios1993
    @MrBios1993 Жыл бұрын

    This is golden.

  • @grimo_outdoors
    @grimo_outdoors9 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video with the necessary skills. I really love camping in the forest, but I have yet to learn many things. Interesting! ❤️

  • @Toontownluver1041
    @Toontownluver10412 жыл бұрын

    Great stuff. Already knew a couple of these, but more knowledge is a good thing.

  • @GoLongboardBroseph
    @GoLongboardBroseph2 жыл бұрын

    Your 10 bushcraft knife skills video opened my mind to the self reliant aspect of camping and spending time outdoors (and introduced me to your channel). Growing up in nyc I don't have great access to woodlands but certainly have found the interest and confidence to discover them. Thank you.

  • @richard7199

    @richard7199

    Жыл бұрын

    A few hours north and you’ll be in a wilderness paradise. Ideal hunting, camping, fishing and ATV/snowmobiling up here in NNY. Plenty of rivers to fish in, ponds to hunt by, tons of trees to hide in/use for off-the-grid projects etc.

  • @GoLongboardBroseph

    @GoLongboardBroseph

    Жыл бұрын

    @@richard7199 next trip is to Harriman!

  • @The_Zilli
    @The_Zilli2 жыл бұрын

    You know it's going to be a good vid when you learn something at the very first lesson. Thanks for these tips, us city dwellers may need to be in the woods sooner rather than later and tips like these are life savers.

  • @Zuignap

    @Zuignap

    Жыл бұрын

    This sounds like you're predicting an apocalypse

  • @The_Zilli

    @The_Zilli

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Zuignap Yes, because one is coming. It may not be biblical in nature or filled with zombies but if people think that 1/2 the population is going to allow the other half to dictate needles, masks and stupidity and think that there wont be any severe pushback is dellusional thinking especially now that they're coming for our food.

  • @Zuignap

    @Zuignap

    Жыл бұрын

    @@The_Zilli what are you talking about brother

  • @The_Zilli

    @The_Zilli

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Zuignap if you're asking what im talking about then you think everything is normal out there. if so, sorry but go back to sleep as I dont have the patience any longer to try to educate everyone I encounter. I spent over 3 years doing that to no avail only for folks to finally start to realize that I've been right all along. So enjoy the beds that you've all made. Cheers.

  • @JBPistheanswer
    @JBPistheanswer Жыл бұрын

    Not just a dumb video...learned something new! Well done mate!

  • @damonledford180
    @damonledford1802 жыл бұрын

    Excellent! Very well done and filmed. Quite the knowledge. Good job sir!

  • @coreyl2173
    @coreyl21732 жыл бұрын

    I watched this video around the time it came out and I can't tell you how helpful that first tip has been! It's helped me with some thick pieces, knotted sections, and most importantly, safety. Trying to slam down a 30lb log with an axe head in it has given me some close calls in the past. This method practically eliminates deflection of the axe in those instances.

  • @garygoldstein327
    @garygoldstein3272 жыл бұрын

    BRILLIANT ! Simply Spot on. Never seen such simple short cuts to split fire wood and fine kindling, & slivering techniques with a regular axe or a carving hatchet.

  • @michaelmagnusabaddon2685
    @michaelmagnusabaddon26852 жыл бұрын

    When i started the vid i wasnt really convinced. But there where at least 3 moments when i wow'ed out lout because the method was simply that genious. Excellent content!!

  • @MasonsRandomBullshit
    @MasonsRandomBullshit2 жыл бұрын

    As just a little kiddy who’s a pyromaniac and likes wildlife, these will be beautiful in the future. Thanks guys!

  • @kevinrowe3936

    @kevinrowe3936

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are probably not a pyromaniac just a keeper of the flame. Hone your skills and use them wisely. 😉

  • @DIYDad1
    @DIYDad12 жыл бұрын

    I just got my first hatchet after only using saws forever. This was a great video to make more efficient use of it. Biggest takeaway for me is using a log to drive the head deeper for splitting. I had a really hard time splitting logs but I’ll have to try this!

  • @allansivula3669
    @allansivula366926 күн бұрын

    Good to see after all these years your saving people from themselves good on you

  • @Olixer109
    @Olixer1092 жыл бұрын

    I haven't been outdoors much the last couple years but I still find it very satisfying to learn about these things.

  • @danh950
    @danh9502 жыл бұрын

    I dont do bushcraft, I never use an axe, but enjoyed this a lot. Thanks for a good entertaining but learning experience

  • @Hyde335

    @Hyde335

    2 жыл бұрын

    You should tho

  • @tomswagger9140
    @tomswagger91402 жыл бұрын

    I love watching these videos!!

  • @blainclatworthy5423
    @blainclatworthy5423 Жыл бұрын

    I have been splitting wood with an Axe for 50 yrs. I happy to say that I picked up one tip from your video. Well done!!

  • @hallgeirgulljord5237
    @hallgeirgulljord523710 ай бұрын

    Good tips. Very much the same as my father taught me some forty years ago. Here is another important one: When chopping branches off a tree trunk allways place yourself so that you chop off the branches on the opposite side of the trunk. If you have the trunk between yourself and the branches the tru k will act as a shield. The axe will ricochet away from you if you have a miss. If you chop branches on the same side of the trunk as you are standing on, the axe can easilly bounce off the trunk and into your leg.

  • @ScottMitchell2
    @ScottMitchell22 жыл бұрын

    Great presentation mate and thanks for extending my education on axes. I never even thought to sharpen it as you displayed and I believe it probably is important

  • @fritz1990
    @fritz19902 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video as always. The method you showed of splitting a log with wedges, is also used to cut stone. The difference being, in stone cutting, the wedges are steel. But the principal is the same.

  • @JasonVladimir
    @JasonVladimir2 жыл бұрын

    Good show! Thanks for sharing!

  • @ScepticalEddie
    @ScepticalEddieАй бұрын

    Great video, no filler, just useful info. Thank you

  • @vladimirsavchenko1560
    @vladimirsavchenko15602 жыл бұрын

    Good job man!!

  • @snowwalker9999
    @snowwalker9999 Жыл бұрын

    My primary axe is the same axe (the HB version Anaby). I never thought I would enjoy a 20" axe. But it's a great balance of weight portability and effectiveness. I also use a small Wetterlings hatchet for carving purposes and smaller tasks even though I have dedicated carving hatchets.

  • @moonman535
    @moonman5352 жыл бұрын

    Excellent Advice... Thank you very much...🙏🙏🙏

  • @richardpalmer6196
    @richardpalmer61962 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful information . Well explained , and logical . This may save a limb or possibly a life! 👍

  • @ldn0224
    @ldn02242 жыл бұрын

    As a person using an axe for forty years I have only couple tiny disagreements and learned a new trick. Well done from an American woodsmen!

  • @jamisonchristner1553

    @jamisonchristner1553

    2 жыл бұрын

    Excuse me do you have any tips of your own that you would like to include?, I'm 16 and I'm getting used too Alaska and we have to do everything ourselves. It would be awesome to know how to do daily things easier

  • @reggiepaulk
    @reggiepaulk4 ай бұрын

    Brilliant advice… thank you for taking the time to produce this.

  • @anim8torfiddler871
    @anim8torfiddler8717 ай бұрын

    Thanks for a fine demonstration and explanation.

  • @irenegrijalvotarres
    @irenegrijalvotarres2 жыл бұрын

    This was extremely helpful! I'm really new to splitting wood and I'll definitely do it your way from now on.

  • @edwardfletcher7790
    @edwardfletcher77902 жыл бұрын

    This is excellent info for those wishing to improve their abilities. That little bearded hatchet is beautiful ! Your skills are very impressive mate 👍

  • @ideesdiagonales7168

    @ideesdiagonales7168

    Жыл бұрын

    Do you know the model of black one please ?

  • @FernandoDiaz-sk8xk
    @FernandoDiaz-sk8xk2 жыл бұрын

    Many thanks 4 video... I been cutting wood since 1975...yes.l applied many of your tricks.thanks

  • @CrisTc86
    @CrisTc862 жыл бұрын

    loved the way you showed for spiting kindling and making feather sticks.

  • @Chaosthemighty
    @Chaosthemighty2 жыл бұрын

    I use a similar technique with my axe when I have large un-split logs (sometimes from chainsawing or clearing a broken felled tree). I chop into a large log (the way you showed at the beginning of the video) and use my axe to carry the log to where I want to stack it, using the axe as a handle very similar to carrying a bucket. If I were to pick up the log with both arms to carry it, it would require more energy and I would accomplish less work. I am 6 foot 4 inches tall so bending down and picking up large logs is tougher for me than shorter men and younger men. I used this method one handed while healing a shoulder injury on my opposite arm. I moved several trees on my own this way one handed.

  • @wfr1108
    @wfr1108 Жыл бұрын

    splitting logs- 0:46 log splitting trick 1:57 splitting log without flat surface 3:31 using kindling to hold logs while splitting 3:54 splitting wood into kindling uses as substitute for knife - 4:40 cutting string 5:36 making feather sticks Construction- 6:28 pounding in stakes 7:43 cutting steps into stakes 8:12 splitting large logs maintenance- 8:55 sharpening

  • @wfr1108

    @wfr1108

    Жыл бұрын

    liking my own comment for the sake of further visibility btw

  • @wfr1108

    @wfr1108

    Жыл бұрын

    great comment floppja! thanks for the list

  • @wfr1108

    @wfr1108

    Жыл бұрын

    no problem

  • @hesterdekoninck

    @hesterdekoninck

    Жыл бұрын

    😃🙏👍

  • @SoybeanAK

    @SoybeanAK

    4 ай бұрын

    Good addition! Makes for easier reference, and clarifies the separate segments. Thanks!

  • @timbonnell2182
    @timbonnell21822 жыл бұрын

    TA outdoors never ceases to amaze me

  • @FlushtheSystem
    @FlushtheSystem2 жыл бұрын

    I learn something NEW, EVERY time I watch your videos. Thank You!

  • @wildwaybushcraftuk
    @wildwaybushcraftuk2 жыл бұрын

    Nice video. I enjoyed that. Cant believe I have only just found this channel!!!

  • @ianhall7559

    @ianhall7559

    2 жыл бұрын

    He has been a round a while! Although Ive just checked your channel out and it is really cool. It’s not often you get a real Bushcraft instructor giving information out for free. Thanks

  • @wildwaybushcraftuk

    @wildwaybushcraftuk

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ianhall7559 thanks Ian!

  • @merlinch4256
    @merlinch42562 жыл бұрын

    Be careful if you hit a post with the side of your axe (7:36), you risk splitting the handle, given the direction of the wood grain. In addition, it is more difficult to aim at the middle of the post, resulting in less precise work.

  • @QuantumMechanic_88
    @QuantumMechanic_882 жыл бұрын

    Seeing techniques my father and uncle taught over 50 years ago is nice . Great video .

  • @jeffstangl1471
    @jeffstangl14712 жыл бұрын

    I don't go into the bush, but I just learned several things for my home axe and for the bit of camping we do.

  • @blindrocket
    @blindrocket2 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video! Thanks for posting this. I easily found your first axe but I am unable to find your carving axe anywhere online and I don’t think that you explicitly name the brand in the video.

  • @TAOutdoors

    @TAOutdoors

    2 жыл бұрын

    Soulwood Creations on Google or Instagram

  • @BushcraftAdventure
    @BushcraftAdventure2 жыл бұрын

    ↟↟Hello🙌🏻 What is the name of this carving axe and where can I see more of it? Best regards.. Ꭿℓℯℵ

  • @308damage

    @308damage

    2 жыл бұрын

    I thought the same thing when I saw it. Looks so cool and ready to cut

  • @luisloya1120

    @luisloya1120

    2 жыл бұрын

    Where can I buy the black handled axe?

  • @Katiedid1975
    @Katiedid19752 жыл бұрын

    You have just made a perfect public safety video. I'm 64 and still learning a thing or two. Especially from you! Well done.

  • @dauntlessasmr7910
    @dauntlessasmr79102 жыл бұрын

    Had to ask.... Where did you get that gorgeous-looking hatchet in the thumb-nail? *EDIT~* Nevermind, found a Russian Blacksmith very skilled at making high-quality carving axes.

  • @clarkjensen6034

    @clarkjensen6034

    2 жыл бұрын

    Who is the Russian?

  • @JesseWoolmer

    @JesseWoolmer

    2 жыл бұрын

    Who’s the axe maker that you found? Did you figure out who makes that carving hatchet?

  • @thebushcrafttribologist8771
    @thebushcrafttribologist87712 жыл бұрын

    Some really cool techniques. I've used axes for years, but I learnt plenty from this. You have made my life easier! Thanks and regards, Paul

  • @lennybogart
    @lennybogart Жыл бұрын

    *Absolutely love the first one!!!*

  • @fisheattoast
    @fisheattoast Жыл бұрын

    That first skill just blew my mind!

  • @EngineerMK2004
    @EngineerMK20042 жыл бұрын

    For using the axe as a mallet, I prefer the estwing camp axe or the estwing rigging axe. Look into them. Also, battoning the axe back is a safer method for carving, splitting, and cutting kindling.

  • @DannyKay.

    @DannyKay.

    2 жыл бұрын

    it doesn't look Viking enough mate

  • @bri13wvu1

    @bri13wvu1

    2 жыл бұрын

    I have an estwing camp axe and I like it. But you do know that this guy's axes are much nicer right? Probably in terms of geometry and quality of the steel. Might be like asking a formula 1 driver to look into the Toyota Corolla if he's never heard of it:)

  • @EngineerMK2004

    @EngineerMK2004

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@bri13wvu1 You realize I can get five Toyota for the price of one formula one car and they all perform the same under normal road conditions? The same goes for these axes.

  • @neoadventure7321
    @neoadventure73212 жыл бұрын

    where can i buy this small , carving hatchet or did he made it himself

  • @giannarasgamer1227
    @giannarasgamer1227 Жыл бұрын

    Just a calm, relaxing, wholesome video!

  • @NihonDream
    @NihonDream2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks very much. I enjoyed watching the way you use axe-cutting edge to do other stuff than just cutting wood. I have not realised that such simple trick like fixing the axe to the log in a "reverse"/"Upside-down" way may be so useful. Good video. Very useful. 👍

  • @lazaropenalver9262
    @lazaropenalver92622 жыл бұрын

    I love the way that smaller axe look and functions. What’s the name of it or where can I find it?

  • @jacksagephoenix

    @jacksagephoenix

    2 жыл бұрын

    I too would very much like to acquire that smaller axe.

  • @blondhairblackstrat

    @blondhairblackstrat

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jacksagephoenix I NEED that tool! I wonder who makes it?

  • @bigdeano1768

    @bigdeano1768

    2 жыл бұрын

    Soulwoods creation axe.

  • @davidcobra1735

    @davidcobra1735

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm a bit confused. While I don't know who makes that exact hatchet or where to buy it I don't see what's so special about it. It's just a small carving axe (or hatchet) with a curved handle. The handle's always curved if the blade part isn't full to balance it and make it easier to use. Can't you find one of those in any tool store where you live? Tactical axes are almost exactly the same thing but all metal. Tomahawks are similar. I just saw something similar on offer at the hypermarket last month but with a carbon fiber handle for about $12.

  • @user-yi1tq8if9x

    @user-yi1tq8if9x

    2 жыл бұрын

    Carving Axe

  • @Secret_Squirrel_Scottishgamer
    @Secret_Squirrel_Scottishgamer2 жыл бұрын

    The shoulder split great for big strong people to split big logs harder for children, dwarves elves and chimps.

  • @kriptic5016

    @kriptic5016

    2 жыл бұрын

    Go confess your sins

  • @Secret_Squirrel_Scottishgamer

    @Secret_Squirrel_Scottishgamer

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@kriptic5016 No need im a saint!!

  • @TJStellmach

    @TJStellmach

    2 жыл бұрын

    Chimps are ripped, though.

  • @Secret_Squirrel_Scottishgamer

    @Secret_Squirrel_Scottishgamer

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TJStellmach true but the shape of the axe combined with a log on it a chimp cant shoulder carry a log and strike down...

  • @HurricaneJD
    @HurricaneJD2 жыл бұрын

    brilliant. i never thought to lift the whole log up and reverse split it ... great video TA Outdoors . thank you

  • @mjfalcon007
    @mjfalcon00710 ай бұрын

    Thank you. i learnt some new skills in this video, and I am looking forward to watching the rest of the playlist.

  • @coopaloop9560
    @coopaloop95602 жыл бұрын

    These are some great tricks I definitely learned a lot in this video, actually I usually learn something in each of your videos. You are a true gift to the Bushcraft community. Good on you, keep up the great content! P.s. I Haven't heard you talk about your bags lately, are you going to do a holiday discount on them or are they still on backorder?

  • @sharpen-up
    @sharpen-up Жыл бұрын

    So many new tips I have never heard of here. Bravo good sir

  • @Torchforbes
    @Torchforbes Жыл бұрын

    Top tier content on KZread. Congratulations on being a shining example of the endless online library

  • @komocsimatyas8139
    @komocsimatyas8139 Жыл бұрын

    Isnt that small one a soulwood creation axe?

  • @mymainelogcabin
    @mymainelogcabin2 жыл бұрын

    Nice tips 👍👍

  • @joeyho5134
    @joeyho51344 ай бұрын

    Now off to practice newly learned lessons. Thank you very much.