Was really excited to see this video. I saw Liams video a while ago where he said he was having a hard time getting a hold of you but was sending the axe any way. Can't wait to see you try it out.
Liam is a true craftsman. Of the highest order. As an FYI. He hardens the poll so that it can be used to hammer on steel. Tent pegs and such and won't mar and mushroom.
Yep, soon as saw the axe, knew a proper camping axe, as can chop and hammer in the tent stakes. Meaning, saves weight and don't have to go find a rock. ;p
Wranglerstar I say that id love to see all you youtube craftsmen form a "Guild", somewhat like the guilds of old, but moreso in name. Promoting each others work and cooperating. Would be great to start seeing tradeshows where all the great RUclips craftsmen make appearances.
Alec I want you to know Jack and I love your videos. The amount of effort you have put into your video production is very much appreciated, thank you. P.S. Good job on the Samurai's chisel,
If we could get Cody, Jesse, Alec and Liam all in the same video, boy would that make my day, my week, or even my month!! How about a Quad Collaboration?
As a subscriber and avid follower of Cody, Liam, Alec Steele & Jesse the Samurai Carpenter, I gotta say - I love these crossovers!! This is how a community is built, by competent craftsmen recommending and giving support to each other's fine work. I love it!!
I have a Liam Hoffman Blacksmithing Axe.I know him and he truly is a great Guy.He makes all his handles and his Mom does the leather work.He has videos on him making his handles.Absolutely amazing!
My brother has two of Liam's axes and it blows me away a kid his age ( I believe he's in his early 20s) makes such and extremely high quality tool, being in the trades I worry about the today's generation knowing how to actually build and make stuff, hopefully there are more kids out there like Liam!!
Thanks for having such an appreciation for things of quality and making a big deal of it. this way of seeing the world just isn't in our way of thinking anymore. nice work Liam Hoffman
Truly a beautiful piece of functional artwork. I just read his bio and this is a young many who has only been doing this for 8 years and is only 21 years old! Amazing. Can't wait to see your videos where you are using this axe to hear how you like it after using it.
Fantastic to witness Your channel Cody & Liam's progression on RUclips over the last few years, all my favourite craftsmen are creating a wonderfully enjoyable community and cross over videos making things for each other it's just great to watch! Keep up the good work!
Sometimes I think people just cannot refrain from disliking a video. Sad little people! Cody, I love the vids, and the channel, I love the passion and genuine appreciation for tools that you express. God Bless you.
Congratulations Liam, I've been waiting for this video once he announced he'd be sending one to Cody. I knew it would be a good review. The axe is hardened as well so you can use for pounding unlike other axes that require no contact to them.
I have easily 150 axes and my Liam Hoffman is by far my favorite. I asked him to make me a fireman's hatchet well over a year ago and I was thrilled to see it became a production model. It is the highest quality tool I have ever owned!
How close are you to putting up the video with regards to the axe performance Wranglerster? I'm keen to see the performance of the steel and how it compares to the faithful small forest axe.
Thanks for sharing the work of Liam! He is a well rounded young man with an awesomely bright future. He does amazing work on his knives and axes. Absolutely amazing and an EAGLE SCOUT, too!
Came here from Liam's channel. I'm glad to see that you agree with what I noticed when first happening upon his channel. True love and passion for the craft. It makes all the difference in the world. = D
Cody, The sheath is tight because you are putting in on backwards. The snap goes on the axe on the same side as the Maker's Mark. It is just beautiful. Thanks for Liam's channel.
As usual you nailed it again. Your chanel has always been great and is only getting better. You are humble, hardworking and not in any way pretentious. its lovely to see someone who has respect for the achievements of others and does what they can to help the get on. Good man yourself. Thanks for all the reviews.
So glad you finally got the axe from Liam. You didn't mention the walnut wedge. His craftsmanship is truly exceptional. I have a Hoffman blacksmith rounding hammer and it is just as fine as his axes. As soon as I got the hammer I ordered a hatchet from Liam. Can't wait to get it!
great review. glad to see it next to the small forest axe for size comparison. being a larger man the small forest axe seems on the light side. Thanks Cody
Wow what a lucky man you are to receive such an heirloom tool. Something to definitely hand down to the grandkids. Never heard of these until today and looks like the wait time is 12 months with 10 produced each week with a different design each week. This truly GAVE ME The FIZZZZZ. Very talented man to say the least!!!!!
"Give me a moment here" at 2:00... After 22 seconds Cody came out of his trance... Loved it, a man who appreciates what it takes to "do the work"... (Tred Barta)
Your a lucky man Cody. Would be great to see a video of it in use! loving the timber framing, keep up the great work! Ps: Maybe time for another triple axe challeng, Hoffman, Autine, Gransfors? :)
I think the sheath is that tight because it's on upside down. It looks like it has a non vertically reversible shape to it to properly fit the bit right side up. Truly another mark of exceptional craftsmanship.
Hello Wranglestar. I own a Gransford Bruks axe, gave it to my son. So was going to buy another. Will choose instead, Liam's. A titanic amount of skill to make something like this. I wish him all the success possible. Appreciate you comparing the two axes.
LIAM did a fine job as all American Tradesman can do . Proud of you LIAM ...enjoy it Cody and your son it will be around for years. A true Gift from the heart..God Bless
It's very pretty mate. The problem here in Australia at least is all the woods are hardwood. My Granfors small forest chipped on first use. So a hardwood.grind is preferred like a Snedden Razorback.
Well Wranglerstar, you've made me want an axe from Liam, to hear you talk about that axe the way you are with the experience you have with axes. I think one of Liam's axes will be my next axe purchase.
Been waiting for this for a long time. Liam started very young and has a great American craftsman story. As I remember, all the polls on Liams axes are hardened. Just FYI. Great video!
i know that very few axes compare to your beautiful Liam Hoffman, but your beloved gransfors bruks small forest axe may have yet another challenger. Council tool has come out with a "WOOD-CRAFT pack axe". 2 pound head on an 18" handle. The head has a similar pattern to your Small Forest axe. maybe a challenge video
Gosh that handle is AMAZING.. a bit more curve and accentuation to it than you normally see and the dark grain on the side of it REALLY makes it even more dramatic looking
Beautiful axe, Curious as to why there is not metal wedge on the end like you see in most other hand forged axes? Presuming he gets a tight enough fit that it is not required?
Yup Liam's are the first axes I've seen that actually made me drool. Every one is a treasure. Thanks for showcasing this one--it's quite the little bulldog by the looks of it.
I just happened to stumble upon his work after watching his episode on forged in fire. I really want to add his camp ax and the Jager model fixed blade knife to my collection ( he uses 3V steel in the Jager, one of my all time favorite steels )
Cody, Liam has built a beautiful perfect size axe. I recently watched "Tips from a Shipwright", Louis Sauzzede, cut down a tree in New York and sawmilled the lumber out in the woods for a piece for his wooden boat. I will let him know about your channel and Louis's channel. He builds beautiful wooden work boats up in Rhode Island.
you may have placed the sheath on upside down from the wsy it came out of the box? either way. it's a gorgeous axe and handle. i already follow Liam and he's a master craftsman for sure.
Cody, i have wanted to ask you for a while what type of watch you wear.. looks good! would you mind sharing in one of your videos? keep up the awesome job with your work. i have not missed a video, except for the 360 new ones. info on your watch would be much appreciated!
If you haven't watched the back videos on his channel yet, Liam DOES do all the handling himself... much of the handle carving done with a draw knife, believe it or not. He did a video on handling a few months back. It's WELL worth watching!
Incredible talent! On his site, he says that he hardens the poll so that is can be safely used as a hammer on steel without damage to the axe. He also has a sharpening video that is amazing.
Good stuff ! I see that you are trying some different formats but still staying in the scope of modern homesteading. Are you willing to do more videos like this ...maybe try a monthly Handed made in America tools or just any other household products? Just a thought...How are your trees doing? Are they watered??
I am looking forward to hearing your review after using your new axe. After watching Lam's videos the camp axe makes getting work done faster & easier. You use & appreciate a good tool. you may have a new favorite instead of your Swedish axe.
Nice axe, I have found a lot of good channels when you guys collaborate, Alec Steele is great and everyone should watch him. He is just a really happy guy even when everything is going wrong he's still smiling. You know what would have gone really well with that great music at the end is some drone flyover of your area I bet it's very nice there right now.
Cody, you gave us all a jolt of fizzzzzz with Liam's axe! What a beauty! I want.... Will ad Liam to the list of craftsmen I follow. Ended with lovely music. Thank you.
You forgot about Council Tools premium axes. Made in America with American steel and hickory. Their regular line has been used by the forest severe and wild land firefighters for a century.
SUBSCRIBE TO LIAM'S CHANNEL HERE: goo.gl/55FzUB
Was really excited to see this video. I saw Liams video a while ago where he said he was having a hard time getting a hold of you but was sending the axe any way. Can't wait to see you try it out.
Liam is a true craftsman. Of the highest order. As an FYI. He hardens the poll so that it can be used to hammer on steel. Tent pegs and such and won't mar and mushroom.
Yep, soon as saw the axe, knew a proper camping axe, as can chop and hammer in the tent stakes. Meaning, saves weight and don't have to go find a rock. ;p
Wranglerstar wow you are one Happy Happy Man with that beautiful Axe! ☝️👍🙏🏡✝️😍😇 I would love to have an Axe that's so beautiful
Wranglerstar I say that id love to see all you youtube craftsmen form a "Guild", somewhat like the guilds of old, but moreso in name. Promoting each others work and cooperating. Would be great to start seeing tradeshows where all the great RUclips craftsmen make appearances.
Just got a Wranglestar shoutout - screamed like a little girl! Thank you Sir!
Alec I want you to know Jack and I love your videos. The amount of effort you have put into your video production is very much appreciated, thank you.
P.S. Good job on the Samurai's chisel,
Alec Steele so what will you be making Cody?
Alec Steele I got giddy about it too. congrats. you guys are inspiring this generation to get out and craft.
If we could get Cody, Jesse, Alec and Liam all in the same video, boy would that make my day, my week, or even my month!!
How about a Quad Collaboration?
yes but you deserves that shoutout
As a subscriber and avid follower of Cody, Liam, Alec Steele & Jesse the Samurai Carpenter, I gotta say - I love these crossovers!! This is how a community is built, by competent craftsmen recommending and giving support to each other's fine work. I love it!!
Jim Williams agreed. So cool to see.
Framer Guy that was awesome. Thanks for sharing. Beautiful. So true.
Framer Guy I'm speechless
Framer Guy thank you for sharing! I would love to be able to sit down and spend days listening to stories like the one you shared.
Framer Guy - don't apologize, just please tell us where we can find more of your ramblings. Thank you for your well-written, inspiring comment.
I have a Liam Hoffman Blacksmithing Axe.I know him and he truly is a great Guy.He makes all his handles and his Mom does the leather work.He has videos on him making his handles.Absolutely amazing!
David Levin That is cool. Everything was so perfect. Axe, handle, sheath. Wow.
Wowww incredible fam🙏❤️⛏️
Liam does make his own handles. I watched the video of him finishing your ax.
Link?
The names of the video is A axe for the samurai, it's around 16 minutes in when he shows the axe.
Thanks!
My brother has two of Liam's axes and it blows me away a kid his age ( I believe he's in his early 20s) makes such and extremely high quality tool, being in the trades I worry about the today's generation knowing how to actually build and make stuff, hopefully there are more kids out there like Liam!!
I’m still waiting on the update on how you like the axe after using it
Thanks for having such an appreciation for things of quality and making a big deal of it. this way of seeing the world just isn't in our way of thinking anymore.
nice work Liam Hoffman
Finally found this video. I got to meet Liam at the Blade Show in Atlanta, Georgia a few years ago. Very humble talented guy.
"Properly hung"
"Nice cheeks down there"
"Look how much contact you have with the wood"
There's more, but it's time for me to act my age.
Ben Kreviazuk there is also "i like the size" one...
LOL :)
🤣
Went to school with him all my life. Great guy and blacksmith.
Thought I would come back a couple years later and ask your thoughts on the performance of this axe. Really considering buying one.
That is one of the most beautiful axes I've ever seen. Liam and Alec are two young guns to be reckoned with.
I love that you can hear his genuine appreciation for Liam's work in this video.
Truly a beautiful piece of functional artwork. I just read his bio and this is a young many who has only been doing this for 8 years and is only 21 years old! Amazing. Can't wait to see your videos where you are using this axe to hear how you like it after using it.
Fantastic to witness Your channel Cody & Liam's progression on RUclips over the last few years, all my favourite craftsmen are creating a wonderfully enjoyable community and cross over videos making things for each other it's just great to watch! Keep up the good work!
Sometimes I think people just cannot refrain from disliking a video. Sad little people! Cody, I love the vids, and the channel, I love the passion and genuine appreciation for tools that you express. God Bless you.
Congratulations Liam, I've been waiting for this video once he announced he'd be sending one to Cody. I knew it would be a good review. The axe is hardened as well so you can use for pounding unlike other axes that require no contact to them.
I have viewed Liam Hoffman videos and He is a extremely talented blacksmith.
I have easily 150 axes and my Liam Hoffman is by far my favorite. I asked him to make me a fireman's hatchet well over a year ago and I was thrilled to see it became a production model. It is the highest quality tool I have ever owned!
Do you still feel the same after 6 years? WOuld you say it's better than Gränsfors or Hultafors or Norlund?
How close are you to putting up the video with regards to the axe performance Wranglerster? I'm keen to see the performance of the steel and how it compares to the faithful small forest axe.
Thanks for sharing the work of Liam! He is a well rounded young man with an awesomely bright future. He does amazing work on his knives and axes. Absolutely amazing and an EAGLE SCOUT, too!
I am so impressed by that kind of craftsmanship. And to do the leather and wood work as well! That is talent.
Craftsmen of this caliber are precisely what this country needs. Thank you for sharing this with us Cody.
bam! just like that you are going to have him back ordered
Jeffrey Wilke and I will have no problem waiting lol
I waited almost a year for mine and I have had it for almost 6 months.
Jeffrey Wilke lol trust me he already was. He's been on history channels forged in fire.
Yeah right! What is the model? Is it the Camp Axe? I'll order as soon as I can confirm that ;-)
2.25 lb Camp axe, 19" hickory handle with the round cheeks not pointed. Also just FYI it is Amazing!
Came here from Liam's channel. I'm glad to see that you agree with what I noticed when first happening upon his channel. True love and passion for the craft. It makes all the difference in the world. = D
Incredible work. So glad we still have someone producing this level of craftsmanship!
Cody, The sheath is tight because you are putting in on backwards. The snap goes on the axe on the same side as the Maker's Mark. It is just beautiful. Thanks for Liam's channel.
Putting the sheath on the wrong way to how you got it out of the box. Maybe that's why you're struggling to close it
Gets 'the fizz' over just about everything nowadays too haha
RIGHT I WAS SCREAMING AT THE SCREEN "TURN IT OVER"
I did too I wanted to make sure I wasn't the only one
lol
I was saying the same when I just watched it.
I'm glad I'm not the only one that saw that!
The second you pulled it from the peanuts I realized that I no longer need to send to Sweden to find an heirloom axe. That is wonderful!
Going order one of these on the next couple weeks for sure. Outstanding craftsmanship for sure. Thank you for sharing. -Stephen, Ohio
As usual you nailed it again. Your chanel has always been great and is only getting better. You are humble, hardworking and not in any way pretentious. its lovely to see someone who has respect for the achievements of others and does what they can to help the get on. Good man yourself. Thanks for all the reviews.
Thank you
I love seeing your smile when being surprised by gorgeous craftsmanship.
You can tell from Hoffman's makers mark alone that it's quality - it's a proud makers mark !
You know it's done right when you have to order at least a year in advance. Nice work, very beautiful.
Jen M Or even up to 15 months. Worth the wait.
So glad you finally got the axe from Liam. You didn't mention the walnut wedge. His craftsmanship is truly exceptional. I have a Hoffman blacksmith rounding hammer and it is just as fine as his axes. As soon as I got the hammer I ordered a hatchet from Liam. Can't wait to get it!
Any updates on your Liam Hoffman axe? How are its qualities after testing it in some projects and tests?
great review. glad to see it next to the small forest axe for size comparison. being a larger man the small forest axe seems on the light side.
Thanks Cody
Wow what a lucky man you are to receive such an heirloom tool. Something to definitely hand down to the grandkids. Never heard of these until today and looks like the wait time is 12 months with 10 produced each week with a different design each week. This truly GAVE ME The FIZZZZZ. Very talented man to say the least!!!!!
"Give me a moment here" at 2:00... After 22 seconds Cody came out of his trance... Loved it, a man who appreciates what it takes to "do the work"... (Tred Barta)
Your a lucky man Cody. Would be great to see a video of it in use! loving the timber framing, keep up the great work!
Ps: Maybe time for another triple axe challeng, Hoffman, Autine, Gransfors? :)
That axe is absolutely beautiful! Quality oozes out of every contour! Thanks for showing this gem to us!
Thats great you supported him and showed his work on here. Hope his orders go up ten fold. The kid deserves it
I think the sheath is that tight because it's on upside down. It looks like it has a non vertically reversible shape to it to properly fit the bit right side up. Truly another mark of exceptional craftsmanship.
Hello Wranglestar. I own a Gransford Bruks axe, gave it to my son. So was going to buy another. Will choose instead, Liam's. A titanic amount of skill to make something like this. I wish him all the success possible. Appreciate you comparing the two axes.
Is there a follow up video to this one? I'd love to see how you made out with this axe, very well I would imagine.
LIAM did a fine job as all American Tradesman can do . Proud of you LIAM ...enjoy it Cody and your son it will be around for years. A true Gift from the heart..God Bless
What did you think of the Prandi axe never herd any more.
Been waiting a month for you to get the axe and put out this video. Glad to see he was able to get it to ya.
I LOVE the black wedge that was used on the handle! It looks SO stunning!
I'm gonna guess that's black walnut. Juglans Nigra if my Forestry edumucation is still valid.
I'm glad you were able to get the axe! it's a thing of beauty!
It's very pretty mate. The problem here in Australia at least is all the woods are hardwood. My Granfors small forest chipped on first use. So a hardwood.grind is preferred like a Snedden Razorback.
will there be an "Axe off" between the LH and GB?
Well Wranglerstar, you've made me want an axe from Liam, to hear you talk about that axe the way you are with the experience you have with axes. I think one of Liam's axes will be my next axe purchase.
so now that it has been a year, do you have any thoughts/review on this LH axe??
Amazing work on the axe, thoroughly enjoying watching you go all gooey inside over it.
Been waiting for this for a long time. Liam started very young and has a great American craftsman story. As I remember, all the polls on Liams axes are hardened. Just FYI. Great video!
Every time you say it gives me the fizz it makes me smile.
what are you going to make for Liam?
Nothing better than a hand made tool from a craftsman/artist! & Its made in the great USA... Love these axes!
That isn't just an axe, it's also a work of art. Kudos to Mr. Hoffman for a job extremely well done.
i know that very few axes compare to your beautiful Liam Hoffman, but your beloved gransfors bruks small forest axe may have yet another challenger.
Council tool has come out with a "WOOD-CRAFT pack axe". 2 pound head on an 18" handle. The head has a similar pattern to your Small Forest axe. maybe a challenge video
Gosh that handle is AMAZING.. a bit more curve and accentuation to it than you normally see and the dark grain on the side of it REALLY makes it even more dramatic looking
What a thoughtful and wonderful gift!! Liam, you produce some amazing axes. God bless you and yours!
Beautiful axe, Curious as to why there is not metal wedge on the end like you see in most other hand forged axes? Presuming he gets a tight enough fit that it is not required?
Liam Hoffman's work is nothing short of incredible.
The future of craftsmanship is getting brighter!
Yup Liam's are the first axes I've seen that actually made me drool. Every one is a treasure. Thanks for showcasing this one--it's quite the little bulldog by the looks of it.
Congrats to you and ALWAYS impressed with Liams' product, work and dedication to an old world craft..
Thanks for sharing!
I just happened to stumble upon his work after watching his episode on forged in fire. I really want to add his camp ax and the Jager model fixed blade knife to my collection ( he uses 3V steel in the Jager, one of my all time favorite steels )
Have you made an update on using/reviewing how the axe is holding up? I would love to see that.
Skills, I don’t no to many things that comes together into creative qualities into products in today’s world. Thanks!
Cody, Liam has built a beautiful perfect size axe. I recently watched "Tips from a Shipwright", Louis Sauzzede, cut down a tree in New York and sawmilled the lumber out in the woods for a piece for his wooden boat. I will let him know about your channel and Louis's channel. He builds beautiful wooden work boats up in Rhode Island.
The Liam Hoffman Axe looked amazing and his website was great. Thanks for sharing WS !! nice video too. God Bless.
Hi Cody
How did this axe hold up? You don't really use it in videos
I think you put the sheat on backwards😃
yep
Yes he did.
Would love to see an update on this after some usage. How's it working out?
OK, now I have a large case of axe envy! That Liam Hoffman axe is beautiful, nearly art. Really want to see this lovely tool in action some time.
Any updates on the perfrlormance of the axe? Would love to see a full review of it in action.
I love the handle on the axe, tri-tone. light on one side and darker on the other with even darker striations.....Nice!
Acoustic Panels made a huge difference. the alignments. Nice axe too!
you may have placed the sheath on upside down from the wsy it came out of the box? either way. it's a gorgeous axe and handle. i already follow Liam and he's a master craftsman for sure.
Cody, i have wanted to ask you for a while what type of watch you wear.. looks good! would you mind sharing in one of your videos? keep up the awesome job with your work. i have not missed a video, except for the 360 new ones. info on your watch would be much appreciated!
It’s so cool to see somebody you went to High School with make such high quality blades!
If you haven't watched the back videos on his channel yet, Liam DOES do all the handling himself... much of the handle carving done with a draw knife, believe it or not. He did a video on handling a few months back. It's WELL worth watching!
Incredible talent! On his site, he says that he hardens the poll so that is can be safely used as a hammer on steel without damage to the axe. He also has a sharpening video that is amazing.
Good stuff ! I see that you are trying some different formats but still staying in the scope of modern homesteading. Are you willing to do more videos like this ...maybe try a monthly Handed made in America tools or just any other household products? Just a thought...How are your trees doing? Are they watered??
Have you used this axe? Would love to see a follow up video on this axe. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Is the back of the axe hardened and can you hammer with it?
Couldn't wait for 10,000 likes on the last video, huh? I couldn't blame you after seeing that work of art.
I am looking forward to hearing your review after using your new axe. After watching Lam's videos the camp axe makes getting work done faster & easier.
You use & appreciate a good tool. you may have a new favorite instead of your Swedish axe.
I like the thicker, more Wetterlings-style profile on that head when seen from the top. I'll definitely be a good splitter.
That is a beautiful piece, I've been waiting all week to see what was in the box.
Nice axe, I have found a lot of good channels when you guys collaborate, Alec Steele is great and everyone should watch him. He is just a really happy guy even when everything is going wrong he's still smiling. You know what would have gone really well with that great music at the end is some drone flyover of your area I bet it's very nice there right now.
I'd be curious to see the testing of this. I've been watching Liam for a while and would really like your take on the axe's performance.
That looks like an exceptional axe. Well done Liam and team
Cody, you gave us all a jolt of fizzzzzz with Liam's axe! What a beauty! I want.... Will ad Liam to the list of craftsmen I follow. Ended with lovely music. Thank you.
Beautiful looking axe, and way to go with pointing out Alac and Liam in your video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
You forgot about Council Tools premium axes. Made in America with American steel and hickory. Their regular line has been used by the forest severe and wild land firefighters for a century.
Hey Mr. Rogers had a sweater like that. Want to be my neighbor? Lol keep up the good work Cody.