Moonlight Farmer
Moonlight Farmer
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Cordwood Challange 2022
Using the Gränsfors Bruk Scandinavian Forest Axe I'm going to make some firewood.
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Видео

Gränsfors bruk Scandinavian Forest Axe vs Hultafors HY10
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Working in the woods with my dog
It's fun and dangerous working with an axe!
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Cordwood Challenge 2022. Working on a slope, trying out my modified axes.
Sharpening and improving my axes
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Working on my Hultafors Bruk and two of my Gränsfors Bruk axes. Learning and improving along the way!
Making firewood with just an axe 🪓
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In this video I'm going to be talking about how I'm working on something completely new to me and how I feel that both my tools and I need to adapt. Cordwood Challenge 2022.
Felling a pine - Gränsfors Bruk
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Working on this dead pine in a forest near me. It shows that I am rusty. but I had a lot of fun! Gränsfors Bruk Forest Axe Cordwood Challenge 2022.
Horseback riding on Fernando
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Just a calming video.
Cordwood Challange 2022 - Gränsfors Bruk Forest Axe
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Just me and a tree and an axe!
Limbing some trees - Gränsfors Bruk Forest Axe
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Using my Gränsfors Bruk Forest Axe
Handforged Uruk-Hai Sword - Best machete Ever!
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Watch me as I use this uruk hai machete in absolute glee! The amazingly talented ruclips.net/user/TheJallejulle Smithefix made this sword for me. Watch his stuff and order his things!! Here is a link to the video of him making this Urukai sword: ruclips.net/video/JdjcbKn4Xxk/видео.html This is my fourth project that I've ordered from him.
I forgot how to use an axe 😅
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Using the Hultfors axe and some gränsfors bruk axes to take down two trees in my pasture.
Felling small trees with Gränsfors bruk Forest Axe - No Talking
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Mixing things up in this video. Just the sounds of the forest and my heavy breathing! :D
What's the deal with Gränsfors Bruk Axes?
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Alright, people with a lot more experience and knowledge than me are telling me that Gränsfors produce overpriced axes that are not that great. I disagree. Why? I just do! Why should you care? You shouldn’t that’s the point!
American Felling Axe: One Axe To Rule Them All?
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After having used all other axes from Gränsfors Bruk I decided to order the smaller brother of my VERY large American Felling Axe with the 90cm handle. I didn't really like the 90cm handle. It wasn't for me, I'm too short. BUT, this 31,5"/80cm handle axe with a 2KG/4,7lbs head is just a dream to work with. It is strange that a 10cm difference is the difference between an axe that is cumbersome ...
Hultafors multi-purpose forest axe - first impression
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I've been using the Hultafors general purpose axe for about a week now. I really like it, I've compared it to the Gränsfors Bruk Large Scandinavian Forest Axe.
Testing four axes from Gränsfors Bruk
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Testing four axes from Gränsfors Bruk
Sharpening my axes
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Sharpening my axes
Putting a new handle on my forest axe
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Putting a new handle on my forest axe
I broke my favorite axe - Gränsfors Bruk Forest Axe
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I broke my favorite axe - Gränsfors Bruk Forest Axe
Went Iceskating with my dog Nala
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Went Iceskating with my dog Nala
Choppin down a dead tree in slow motion
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Choppin down a dead tree in slow motion
Chopping down trees in the pasture
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Chopping down trees in the pasture
Chopping down big branches on a dead tree with Scandinavian Forest Axe from Gränsfors Bruk
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Chopping down big branches on a dead tree with Scandinavian Forest Axe from Gränsfors Bruk
Groundwork with my horse Fernando
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Groundwork with my horse Fernando
Felling a tall dead tree with small forest axe from Gränsfors Bruk
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Felling a tall dead tree with small forest axe from Gränsfors Bruk
Cutting down a tree on thin ice! Large Forest Axe Gränsfors Bruk
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Cutting down a tree on thin ice! Large Forest Axe Gränsfors Bruk
Cutting down a tree with the Big Forest Axe by Gränsfors Bruk
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Cutting down a tree with the Big Forest Axe by Gränsfors Bruk
Cutting down a tree with the Small Forest Axe by Gränsfors Bruk
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Cutting down a tree with the Small Forest Axe by Gränsfors Bruk
Cutting down a tree with a Hunters Axe by Gränsfors bruk
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Cutting down a tree with a Hunters Axe by Gränsfors bruk
Cutting down a tree with American Felling Axe from Gränsfors Bruk
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Cutting down a tree with American Felling Axe from Gränsfors Bruk

Комментарии

  • @konigeurichderwestgoten4460
    @konigeurichderwestgoten4460 29 дней назад

    So, it's basically a langseax with a hook to drag horsemen off their mounts. Sehr geil!

  • @raphlvlogs271
    @raphlvlogs271 4 месяца назад

    essentially a reversed agricultural billhook

  • @TheHumanSynthesisProject
    @TheHumanSynthesisProject 4 месяца назад

    Your point about hand tools being fun to use is definitely something you appreciate more over time. Something about the feeling of a well made tool in experienced hands cant be understated.

  • @edgarlena
    @edgarlena 4 месяца назад

    that weapon is for armor penetration with spike at the top. which is very useful. its small so u cant stuck it in and long enough to make good damage

  • @bobanderson6656
    @bobanderson6656 5 месяцев назад

    Chain saw....

  • @PATCsawyer
    @PATCsawyer 6 месяцев назад

    You seem to like high end hand tools. A big Silky saw would've taken those limbs down in a fraction of the time and allowed you to buck them up at ground level.

  • @YankeeWoodcraft
    @YankeeWoodcraft 8 месяцев назад

    Fernando para el caballo y Ferdinand si consigues un toro.

  • @YankeeWoodcraft
    @YankeeWoodcraft 8 месяцев назад

    Great video. Next time, put your basket in front of your pile with the open side facing you,. You then pick up the kindling and toss it directly into the carrier. One simple motion, no need to reach around the handle or to twist your back. You remain stationary and your arms do all the work & movement. Plus, you'll fill up the basket super fast. 😊

  • @Lazarus-aap
    @Lazarus-aap 8 месяцев назад

    Which one do you prefer?

  • @tbone541
    @tbone541 8 месяцев назад

    Are you selling it?

  • @luizfishing7438
    @luizfishing7438 10 месяцев назад

    Great Video!

  • @stonedape3285
    @stonedape3285 Год назад

    A practical holywood blade. I love it the spike would be perfect for piercing! Especially armored enemy

  • @RuckusHuckusYT
    @RuckusHuckusYT Год назад

    Absolute beast of a blade, what a beauty!! definitely need one of those!!

  • @Nuhbuddys
    @Nuhbuddys Год назад

    Even without the "hook" being sharpened, it still looks to be incredibly useful for throwing branches out of your work area. Great vid man!! Can I ask what material it is made of? And what material would you recommend if the material used wasn't exactly to your liking? Also, how was the blade sharpness after all that hacking? EXCELLENT vid!!

  • @berserkerofthrawn5707
    @berserkerofthrawn5707 Год назад

    That machete looks perfect for the zombie apocalypse

    • @stonedape3285
      @stonedape3285 Год назад

      For real. Both a tool and a perfect weapon

  • @I53-624
    @I53-624 Год назад

    do you really absolutely have to modify the handle on these? Im pretty new to axe stuff, I’ve been wanting to get a GB Scandinavian axe but I feel like I’ll outgrow it fast. The American felling looks really nice but I wasn’t aware of the thick handle..

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer Год назад

      Sorry for the late reply! For me it has become a must! A thinner handle have more pros than cons!

  • @erikolsen5802
    @erikolsen5802 Год назад

    Last time i checked, that tree would be a spruce. Great, vid and axe must say. Epiccc

  • @erikolsen5802
    @erikolsen5802 Год назад

    Swedes always have to say 'here in sweden' in the most swedish friggin way. Thats my rant of the day

  • @umernisar4146
    @umernisar4146 Год назад

    Best sword

  • @9mmAlpha
    @9mmAlpha Год назад

    Nooooo those tree has a life of its own!! Saruman!!!!

  • @derkrebskandidat8911
    @derkrebskandidat8911 Год назад

    Richtig geiles Teil!! Die Scheide ist auch der Hammer! Was hat der Spaß denn gekosten?

  • @EssexCountyPhoto
    @EssexCountyPhoto Год назад

    You just need bigger hands. Just kidding. I've just got my first axe, a nice Hultafors Åby, and I hate the thin handle. My next axe must have a much thicker handle... I'd like to try one like yours... with the stock handle! Beautiful dog by the way, we've got a working cocker called Lola. Take care, give her a big hug for us! 👍🏻😍🐶

  • @bigal7454
    @bigal7454 Год назад

    I'm just curious as to why you didn't sharpen your axe before you left the house. Good video.

  • @banyattm7940
    @banyattm7940 Год назад

    so cool

  • @pancakesafterdark3335
    @pancakesafterdark3335 Год назад

    Lot of criticism in these comments for a guy getting exercise and having fun. Some of you armchair arborists need to do a little less typing and get outside more like this fella.

  • @yoman2854
    @yoman2854 Год назад

    Hey dude I saw some moments in the video that if your chop was to glance, which happens sometimes, it would have gone straight onto the middle of your foot and and sharp axe like this would split your foot right in half and then you may not walk properly and without pain again. Or bleed out in the forest. It might of been camera angle . But maybe not, so please be aware. There's a channel called 'skillcult ' and he talks a lot about safety which bucking . Ben Scott has some videos too on it. There are techniques so that if the axe slips or cuts through it goes between your legs , not into them. You can also stand behind another log. Good luck

  • @derekshelton3146
    @derekshelton3146 Год назад

    Hey bruh check out Wrangler star on RUclips he will give all the in's& outs on hanging heads

  • @k9six185
    @k9six185 2 года назад

    What a work out……our ancestors were studs!

  • @lukasking2573
    @lukasking2573 2 года назад

    Correct, otherwise it is a bigger crime to sell axes (to amateurs) wich get elbows and wrists damaged because of the too thick handel. What is more important here? The broken Handel or the broken body of the customer? Well it also is cheaper to make a thick handel. Hmmmm. Thank you gränsfors

  • @rogerclyde2720
    @rogerclyde2720 2 года назад

    Chopping the log of course creates a lot of waste, but if you picture yourself Paul Bunyan have at it.

  • @urbanlumberjack
    @urbanlumberjack 2 года назад

    Very interesting design. It’s like half Scandinavian and half American. I like the vibe. Mods are cool too, that handle looks really nice to use.

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      Thank you! Most of the time I don't use it. the trees I work on are soo small that it's much better to use a lighter axe.

  • @hamedizzy5137
    @hamedizzy5137 2 года назад

    You need a bigger axe with fatter checks for a tree that size. Those axes are for limping or cutting small trees under 6"

  • @940joey2
    @940joey2 2 года назад

    Hey awesome video man, you’re doing great !!! Awesome to see you out chopping. If I could offer some advice to maybe help you chop more efficiently and safely, not that you’re not being safe but some of these tips will inherently be safer while being efficient. When bucking a log either standing on or behind the log try to angle your self toward the cut you are making versus keeping your feet aimed straight in a fixed position and steering the axe. When aiming your body toward the cut you’ll find it will improve your accuracy being that your feel, hips, and shoulders are all in alignment with the cut, by swinging straight you are actually making that 45 degree cut you are looking for because you’re body is set to the degree if that makes any sense. Tip number 2. While this isn’t a necessity it will improve accuracy and making your chopping more effective, thus less wear and tear on your body. What you’re trying to do is get as much work done as possible for the amount of energy you’re putting in. There’s nothing worse than busting your butt out there and making little progress. So here we go tip 2. When looking at a log lying horizontally break it in to 3 layers top, middle, bottom. When making your bucking cut or V notch how ever you want to call it make a cut on the top, middle, then bottom. After then then reposition yourself using the first tip and make the same series of cuts for the other side of the bucking cut when doing this you’ll remove chips much faster and much more accurately and you’ll be at the half way point in the tree in no time. I’m sorry if this was confusing to read and understand, I didn’t realize how hard it was to explain with out visuals. This has inspired me to make a video explaining these things. I hope I was able to help. Again great job and keep up the great work. I’m going to sub to your channel 👍

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      Thank you so much! This is the first few months of me starting to learn and comments like these keep pushing me to improve! Thank you! :)

    • @940joey2
      @940joey2 2 года назад

      @@moonlightfarmer you’re very welcome !! Makes me happy to hear !! Looking forward to future videos 👍

  • @ajaxtelamonian5134
    @ajaxtelamonian5134 2 года назад

    Very good I like the modification to the handle like you said those handles are very thick and need some work. But once you do a good tool. Very much agree that most people don't need a full size anyway I just keep one around these days incase of any big stuff like the council tool Jersey pattern which is very nice for big wood but the 90cm handle is annoying for anything under 30cm diameter.

  • @Handcarved
    @Handcarved 2 года назад

    beautiful forest and axe work

  • @johndemeen5575
    @johndemeen5575 2 года назад

    No offense intended, but you don’t know what your doing. Thanks from.St. Paul Minnesota.

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      Hey, could you try being a little more constructive? The tree went down, I didn't hurt myself and I got to do some training! What is wrong with that?

    • @johndemeen5575
      @johndemeen5575 2 года назад

      @@moonlightfarmer Watch some RUclips videos on how to fell a tree. With an ax. Try watching Mr. Chickadee. Thanks from St. Paul Minnesota.

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      @@johndemeen5575 again, what about the video am I doing wrong? I understand that I’m not as precise as others. But the method I’m using is exactly what I have been taught to do here in these types of forests. The way I’m holding the axe, the way I’m putting the notches in, where I put the notches, what axe I’m using? What is wrong?

    • @johndemeen5575
      @johndemeen5575 2 года назад

      Can not teach those who do not want learn. Watch Mr. Chickadee. You tube him. Thanks from St. Paul Minnesota.

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      @@johndemeen5575 if you only come here to tell me I'm doing it wrong without telling me what I'm doing wrong I will not allow that. I'm learning by spending time in the woods, reading and watching everyone from axe makers to axe/powertools competitors. I love to get comments on how I can improve, like mr @Ben Scott who is an amazing axe-man, he gives me very specific feedback I can use next time I go out into the woods. I would go to him for advice, so I trust his comments on my work. I don't value your comment since you have not been able to provide any feedback or proven why I should come to you for advice. Thanks from the Forest

  • @axesofoz717
    @axesofoz717 2 года назад

    Very enjoyable to see these axes compared, thanks.

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      Thank you! I have not been out for weeks and I'm starting to miss it now.

  • @axesofoz717
    @axesofoz717 2 года назад

    Nice to see Scandinavian axes used in their natural environment mate :) Good work.

  • @budwilliams6590
    @budwilliams6590 2 года назад

    That axe is for limbing trees. For felling you should use a full-size axe. It will save you a lot of work.

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      Hello! the axe is a full-sized axe, this type of axe has been used for about a hundred years in these forests.

  • @samzeng159
    @samzeng159 2 года назад

    The head needs to be ground down with a file. Sharpness is for knives since knives do a lot of slicing. With a axe its a wedge so a thinner wedge is going to go deeper than a thicker wedge. Kevin Kevech just did a great video on axe grinding. Try taking the hultafors all the way down to 15 deg, I promise you it will completely change your chopping.

  • @tomfahy3617
    @tomfahy3617 2 года назад

    However confident you may feel wailing on wood with an axe, put on some heavy lug-soled boots with at least a composite toe, man. I don’t think there’s an axe-man on earth that hasn’t swung into and through a goodly portion of his boots at some point. Your going to lose a toe, or worse.

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      I agree with you, me using these shoes are just for comfort! there is no protection in them.

  • @flymanhorse
    @flymanhorse 2 года назад

    Which axe do you prefer long term? The bigger or smaller felling axe? I'm looking for one myself

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      I prefer the Gränsfors Bruk Scandinavian Forest Axe. Perfect since I live in Sweden, and it is made for the woods I work in. I also get sub 100USD price for the same reason. But I think for woods common in other locations you should aim for axes made for those woods. Aiming for a shorter handle and lighter head than you might think!

    • @k9six185
      @k9six185 2 года назад

      Why stop at just one?…….get one of each and have fun

  • @richardmiseljr2413
    @richardmiseljr2413 2 года назад

    I think comes down to a man's preference what he feels happy with. I have several axe's. No special ones, Axes I'v bought at local hardware store and at yard sales / farm auctions. Single and double bite axes. Single bites I'v left as is some I cut the handles down to be more of a camp axe ( I call them cruisers) some I'v put longer handles on. My favorite axe is a double bite axe that belonged to my grandfather ( Pap as I called him). There's no makers name on it there is a worn proof / smiths mark. It is the best axe I'v ever used GOOD quality steel, It sharpens easy and stays sharp for a long time. I used it to clear trees and brush to put in my home. Pap used it a lot on the far, I use it time to time to cut fire wood.

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      I've yet to get a dubble-bit. But hearing your story I'm inspired go get one!

    • @richardmiseljr2413
      @richardmiseljr2413 2 года назад

      @@moonlightfarmer I have 2, Paps and a short handle cruiser. I like the double bite because it delivers more energy in the cut ( a little deeper cut) and you can go longer before having to sharpen. I make a cut and spin it to the other edge for the next cut, Just a thing I started doing a long time ago for fun.

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      @@richardmiseljr2413 Sounds wonderful, I'm sold! :)

    • @richardmiseljr2413
      @richardmiseljr2413 2 года назад

      @@moonlightfarmer 🪓🪓🪓. Be careful they will bite ya. Wear steel tor boots and shine guards until you get use to it. Double bite has more than one meaning.

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      @@richardmiseljr2413 I'm always never careful, according to my fiancé! :D

  • @urbanlumberjack
    @urbanlumberjack 2 года назад

    If the ax has come loose twice in a month to me that signals a problem with the dimensions of the axhead. Would be good to check that the top of the eye is wider than the bottom. The only other time I’ve had an ax head that won’t stay on the handle I found it was due to sharp corners on the bottom of the eye. That prevented the ax from seating fully on the handle and created a shelf. I fixed the problem by chamfering the edges.

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      It was just me not doing a poor job when having it. It's perfect now with the new handle! :)

  • @Brian2bears
    @Brian2bears 2 года назад

    Nice chopping. I would like to compliment your great manners. What is the temperature in Fahrenheit there sir?

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      Thank you for the kind words. It was about 86f with 90% humidity. Now Swedish summer has calmed down and we have around 73f with low humidity.

  • @Brian2bears
    @Brian2bears 2 года назад

    Hello sir...I just discovered your channel and have been sampling your videos. I like what I see and hear...Well done sir...

  • @MattKeevil
    @MattKeevil 2 года назад

    Another cordwood man! Have you tried the "golf swing method" of splitting? ruclips.net/video/WABo_CvBdMg/видео.html Me doing it: ruclips.net/video/AnPTU1WAcSc/видео.html

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      Great video! The skillcult video is where I got inspired to just use axes. I’m still not confident in splitting like that. But I’m building to it. Ps. Is that a Agbor axe you are using?

    • @MattKeevil
      @MattKeevil 2 года назад

      @@moonlightfarmer Yes, the 3.5 lb/1600 g Agdor Montreal.

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      @@MattKeevil should I get one? :)

    • @MattKeevil
      @MattKeevil 2 года назад

      @@moonlightfarmer Maybe! I would consider the smaller size version. It's very thin so good in dead wood and good for limbing (except limbing would be better with a short handle). I think it would be very difficult to compete with the Granfors American Felling Axes that you already have. That looks like a great axe.

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      @@MattKeevil The felling axe, I feel, is way too heavy! And the handle way to long :D

  • @kurts64
    @kurts64 2 года назад

    Cool vid. Some good observations in there about tool choice, work flow and managing your site. The AFA with the 90 handle would be a bit of a beast to swing in some of those awkward positions! 👍

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      Thank you! :) I think the max length I enjoy is like 70cm. Atleast on a chopping axe.

  • @catfishjohn56
    @catfishjohn56 2 года назад

    keeping big log be twine your ax and feet grate a fread died hiting leg god bless thanks

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      I’m so sorry to hear that. My condolences.

  • @SIXGUNSAM
    @SIXGUNSAM 2 года назад

    Good Video 👍🇺🇸 most of the old Hickory handles on axes back prior to the 1960s were nice and thin! Customizing a handle today is the way to go!

    • @moonlightfarmer
      @moonlightfarmer 2 года назад

      Thank you! Once I tried it on one axe there was no going back!