How to Make the Best Hatchet. Probably.
Тәжірибелік нұсқаулар және стиль
Steve said we've never REALLY made an axe. Not properly anyway. With the help of Alex Pole and the folks at The Forge in Somerset, England, I was able to make what can only be considered as the BEST axe/hatchet ever to come out of the ship shop. EAT IT STEVE!
Support the Silliness: / brettmcafee
Behind the Scenes: / skullandspade13
Big thank you to:
Alex Pole: www.alexpoleironwork.com/
Steve House (Moonshine Metalworks): / moonshinemetalworks
Jessie Uyeda (ijessup): / ijessup
Tools in Video:
Low Profile Shop Knife: amzn.to/2OO4A1N
The Best Rasp: amzn.to/2Tenwdi
Utility File: amzn.to/2RWeEYz
Super 77: amzn.to/2PZkACT
Stamp Set: amzn.to/2KbEhC7
Chop Saw: amzn.to/2RYBe2F
Mineral Oil: amzn.to/2PdQNBV
Pull Saw: amzn.to/2QxmhaA
Пікірлер: 358
I loved the build. But you already knew that. I loved the story telling and editing, but you already knew that. I loved the cameos but you already knew that.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
I love you. But you already knew that.
Absolutely, you are one of the best story tellers in the KZread maker community that I know of.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Well shucks. Thank you as always Andy. Very kind of you to say.
WOW...WOW... The balance between entertainment and instruction was just spot on in this and hopefully one day I'll be able to watch this just for the instruction part!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
W00t! Thank you for the kind words sir. You are a delight.
That could quite possibly be perhaps the most presumably perfect hatchet
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Allegedly.
This is not about make stuff, this is simply about make poetry. Thank you, Brett.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Wow...thank you.
Nice work, loved being there for the forge bit and then seeing you finish it here. So good!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Heidi! I hope you had a fantastic time!
Yep, that's ash 🤣❤ Great work captain.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly Ms. Kaylee.
Very nice work and editing Brett, thank you !
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you as always Remy!!!
Well done Brett! Love that sheath
Fantastic video. The intro was hilarious, and it was awesome to see Jess and Steve! I never knew taste was an important factor when choosing the proper handle material. :D
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Not enough taste testing in making stuff. See: EHandToolRescue + Oil
Sweet build dude, awesome final product! All I could think of was, “man, I hope he licked the wood with the grain!” Keep doing what you do!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
I had the same thought...
Great build, great video, great cameos! I like how you made the sheath to go with the axe. Finishing the job as always!
Excellent as always! Love your stuff Sir.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you JLT!
This could be your best one yet Cap’n. It’s a perfect little movie with great storytelling. Cheers!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Oh come now. So nice of you to say.
Great build and vid as always, Captain. Loved the bit on identifying the handle wood. Thanks for sharing.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for coming back to watch!
Beautiful! Loved watching you make it.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jared!
Very nicely done brother. The attention to detail always sets your projects apart. My best to the crew.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
The crew send their regards.
Really cool Brett! Totally special build and I really liked the pace of the video too, nice edit.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Sir. Now I just need more bacon croissant things....thanks
Another great build and video. Thanks.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU!
Brilliant. I'd run down to the Patent office with that "Super Temper" process asap. Great project and your videos just keep getting better.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
I'm trying to keep that a trade secret...It'll get out eventually ; )
Love it! It turned out awesome, and sharp 🤜🏽
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Glenn!
nice one cap. I love this forge texture on the axe head. You the man man.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
YOU da man!
Well done Brettitcia. Well done. Mkbaiii!!
@KarolineHinz
5 жыл бұрын
Perfect ending
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
@@XTremeCaffeine Im the pig.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
@@KarolineHinz agreed.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
we're going to discuss the pronunciation of that name on the next podcast
I love that fact that Al was lurking around in the background as well
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
He's a real lurker. We enjoy it though.
Just commenting to please the algorithm 👐
@reforzar
5 жыл бұрын
Jackman Works I heard this talk about forgetting about the algorithm by two millennials.
@JackmanWorks
5 жыл бұрын
@@reforzar if you can't beat it, join it! 😁
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
The algorithm thanks you.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
@@JackmanWorks Where do you think I learned wood tasting from...
Always enjoy watching your work
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mike!
So much goodness, wit and craftsmanship across the board. Congrats on tying all that together into such a cohesive unit. British Steel and American Ash.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Best of both worlds. Oh, and all the tea.
Very axe. Much hatchet. ...terrified tree. 😄 Super duper work Brett! I love the sheath too. And I'm very glad you still have all your knuckles! 😁👍
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
I have many knuckles. Very hand.
Got a trifecta in this video. Steel, wood AND leather. Loved it! Thanks for sharing!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
We do it all! Well, we sure try.
Great story telling, amazing craftsmanship, and your attention to detail!! Nailed it!!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you as always sir. Say hi to Keiko for me!
Amazing work Brett! 😍👍🏻👊🏻
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you as always Fred!
Woah……. Brings a whole new image to "tastes like ash!" As always, love the story, production value and insight. You continually demonstrate that teaching can be entertaining. Can't wait to see where your creative muse takes you again.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Learnings best done while havin fun.
@HlootooThunderhammer
5 жыл бұрын
Brett McAfee Damn straight.👍🏽
Awesome video Brett! The axe/hatchet turned out awesome, along with the sheath. And the cross wedge is a really cool look that I haven’t seen before!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
It adds a really nice look to the handle for sure. A bit more difficult, as it can split the wood easier, but a really nice aesthetic.
Storytelling was great, axe is great. All round great video.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
You are great.
I'm sure I say this every time...but THIS is definitely my favourite video so far! Good Job Cap!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Aw shucks. Good sign. I'll try to keep on the upswing!
Thanks for the awesome video, once again!!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU for watching!
As always , great craftsmanship and attention to detail! 🤜🏻
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you as always Ned!
Brilliant as always.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Leona!
Great build, Captain. Not only a great hatchet, but pants for the hatchet too.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Many pants.
Well done captain! Great axe, great music, great editing, just all around great!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you as always Jon!
These builds are always so complete. Sharp and sheathed by Skull and Spade. Beautiful piece Brett.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Many, many thanks Trevor.
Great video Brett, as always!! Perfect combination of instruction, story telling and entertainment! Cameos are always a fun add!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Christy!!! All that woodworking really helps with handle making....amiright? Thanks for watching.
@TwistedTwineWoodworking
5 жыл бұрын
Exactly!! Goes hand in hand!
Another great build! Nice stuff.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Great work, Brett.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dale!
forging, woodworking, leatherworking... awesome. Ive said it before, your videos are under rated man!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
We do our best to do it all.
Excellence abounds, you sir are a gifted craftsman and storyteller
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
We try our best. Every time.
Nothing like a good Ash lickin’! Kidding aside, this another wonderfully cinematic build story. Entertaining and informative. Nice work!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Hahah! Thank you!
So great seeing you over here in Ye Old England. Really appreciated the text descriptions, btw!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Joe! I'll make a note of that for the future ; )
Nice! Love the special guests.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Me too.
Got a lot from the stories in England but now see the result and the final story. Just Awesome man. Both :)
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Cheers Bill!
Wait, how come it didn't get added to your inventory?
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
That's a long story for another time. No worries, the adventure continues ; )
Awesome Brett! I love it when Alex is swinging the sledgehammer. Such power and precision! Looks a bit scary to hold the drift tool.😬💪🏼
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Alex is a monster, but not a scary one ; )
Awesome piece
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Steve!
another great piece captain !
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Nano!!!
Epic build capn and a wonderful video. Love the cameos 👍
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Alan! Luckily Steve doesn't take himself too seriously. No one else does.
@alanscannell
5 жыл бұрын
@@skullandspade 😂
Clean shop, happy shop. An excellent live motto #Tremendous
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
100% spread the word.
@shnepper
5 жыл бұрын
@@skullandspade word is bond
Beautiful axe and film! So entertaining and engrossing. Never leave home without your touchmark! : ) Mahalo!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Mahalo my friend.
Nice Job and very entertaining as always
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Techron!
Nice work Brett
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir!
Yay! You’re back! And worth the wait too, cap’n.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Chris. We're always here. Just a bit busy sometime. Thank you for sticking around.
Great build 👍 you sure had a lot of faith in the striker when you were holding the drift !
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
That giant man has my utmost trust and respect. He can strike for me any day.
Best Music in the Game!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
W00t
Fantastic work, it came out awesome! Hope you enjoyed your time over here :)
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Matt, and I definitely did!
Your videos are much more than a “look at what I did”. It makes them much more enjoyable to watch. Having just done a refresher on hardening & tempering steel last week, I loved your “super tempering”. Ding 🤣
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Well, I'm very glad you enjoy! Also, the super temper is still in R&D. Skully is still working the bugs out. So many dead bugs.
Love it! Your story telling and your sense of humour are just as incredible as the axe! But tell us... How many times did you miss the tree? 😝
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
More than once, less than 50. I mean. First try.
Nice! Really cool story arc.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir!
A great ride along 👍
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Sparky!!! Thank you sir!
Awesome hatchet and video cap’n!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Yes...had me grinning right from the intro. The axe looks great and the fact that it was made the week after MC and here in the UK before travelling back to the States to be handled was as cool as..! But come on now....don't try and kid me that you got that big old vice in your baggage allowance!! 🤣Great Vid Cap'n 👍😁
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Actually found that one at a market near here. Nice to have something from the old country.
@HueyLionsheart
5 жыл бұрын
It's a great find...I'd be struggling with whether to resto it or leave it with it's history.
I love this soooooo much!!!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Marylou!
Aye now that's a handy dandy Axe, peace tied even! Nice view of the forge in UK too. Great work n vid too, thank you 🙏blessings to ya sirSir, Crawford out 🧙♂️
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Daniel! Hope ye enjoyed!
Damn, man, sweet. You finished the axe and I thought, "Aw yeah, that's cool." Then you take it off the chain with the sheath. Excellent work.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
We always like to take care of what we make. That makes us mighty.
Arrrrrr !!!!! wonderful axe and video! Frankentable so versatile DING!!! lol thank you Brett :)
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Ding! Hatchets done.
Really nice one!👍🏻⚒
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you John!
@jojorengers5368
5 жыл бұрын
@@skullandspade thank you! Wonderful video work and craftmanship! Love the quality of the video's you make. And so different from those of Jimmy. Must be great having all that tools and to be able to create everything you can think of. Keep up the good work Maty . Argh
I watched your video first thing this morning, even before the Cyberpunk 2077 E3 trailer.. I think that says everything. ❤
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Oh my!
Video production at an all-time high, sir. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Aw shucks!
Such a good video!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Captain, very trusting of you to hold that spike while the other pirate was swinging the hammer. There is a lesson there...
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
He is a blacksmith I hold in highest regard. I'm honored to do so.
Well worth the wait, well done Brett! Funny when Alex drew a crowd as he sped up the sledge hammer, good job keeping calm, at least on the outside😁 The axe looks great, and the video does the hard work justice! The editing on the saddle stitch was perfect, made it look magical, which I assume it was🤔 And lastly, did you cut your finger on the axe when you made a sheath to protect your fingers from the sharp edge?😏
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
We may have a few small, but horribly painful cuts on fingers.....MAY. I can neither confirm nor deny.
Yup ... tastes like ash. Outstanding in every regard as always. Blacksmithing, woodworking and leatherwork in one video ... you've hit the trifecta! Cheers!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Triple the power.
That was a really enjoyable watch.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Well thank you John!
A new video - how convenient!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
W00t!
Ha! 🤣🤣🤣 Apart from that being a really great looking hatchet, that intro was magnificent! Brilliant storytelling as always!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir! What a nice comment compared to your poetic squabble on instagram with your most hated follower. ; )
@harlem1011
5 жыл бұрын
@@skullandspade everyone gets what they deserve, I guess ;)
Nice one Brrrett!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Maaaaaaaaarcel
Woo hoi! A new video. Let's watch now
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Woohoo!
Love your work! I really esnt yo y make an axe now!
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Liiiiccckkkk... yep that's ash. ROTFL! Another great vid, Brett. And a right proper hatchet to boot. Loved the story line. Billy
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Billy!
Great video. Love the story. I also like the shirt. Where can I get one
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Skullandspade.com
Well done Cap! 😎👍🏻
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jann!
Awesome! Now I want to make an axe too. ❤
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Do it!
Sir you are a brave soul holding that drift with your hand for a striker. I broke my hand like that. Cringe time. Lol. Great vid as always.
@whazee
5 жыл бұрын
I thought the same! Brave man! 😄
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
If there's anyone I trust, its Alex. Steve....not so much.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
@@whazee That makes us Mighty, Billiam. Also, I love the new logo ; )
@whazee
5 жыл бұрын
@@skullandspade I would also trust Alex for sure. 😊 And thank you! 🦉❤
@MoonshineMetalworks
5 жыл бұрын
@@skullandspade ...
Great! Greetings from Panamá.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Greetings!
Beautiful
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir.
Such axe. Wow. Much pvp.
Thanks for introducing a new wood identification technique, Captain! Can this also be used to check the carbon content of steel? }:-{)>~~~
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
I believe so. If sparks come off, it’s high carbon. Or your tongue is. Either way you’re a winner.
Hmm, feels like I've heard that sound the Super Tempered made before 🤔 but I don't have one of those, so it can't be... Anyhow, that's one shiny axe Cap! Great video as always! Stay awesome, yes, awesome...
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
I employed generic sounds...you know, ones that mean things are hot and ready...
@40drawers99
5 жыл бұрын
@@skullandspade yeeeaaahh, I know, just failing miserably at trying to be funny 🙃😄🖤🖤🖤
Terrific Hatchet Brett!!! the leatherwork would make the redsmith jealous ;-)
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Red is a gift
After seeing this, I feel like I am made from spare parts. I need to up my making game. Pitter patter.
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Most definitely not spare parts big shooter.
@BrandonsBees
5 жыл бұрын
@@skullandspade Boy, howdy.
Love your stuff. And not just because Imma Blacksmith either
@skullandspade
5 жыл бұрын
Well thank you.