Join us as we take you through the detailed process of forging a double-bit axe from start to finish. Whether you're a seasoned blacksmith or a curious beginner, this step-by-step video will cover all the essential techniques and tools needed to create this iconic tool. Watch as we demonstrate the heating, hammering, shaping, and finishing touches to bring a raw piece of metal into a beautifully crafted 4340 double-bit axe.
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00:00 - Forging the blank
2:05 - Marking the center
3:55 - Piercing the hole
5:39 - Pre-drifting
8:23 - Drifting & axe forging
16:14 - Drawing & cutting the blade
17:10 - Grinding
18:03 - Customizing the axe
27:03 - Quenching & cleaning
28:01 - Handle fitting
31:15 - Wedge
33:52 - Sanding touches
37:50 - Lin seed oil bath & finish
40:03 - leather sheath
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