Man, what a great channel this is. Admittedly, I'm not much of an outdoorsman. I don't own a big piece of land. I don't own a single ax (...yet). I'm a corporate finance guy living within city limits. But I absolutely love this channel because of your passion and because it's clear to me that, despite completely different worlds and experiences, we share the same core values. Thanks for the great content. This is a great example of how RUclips can be such a powerful platform. Hope you keep it up!
Take some time in your life to get out and experience the wilderness, it's the key to being in touch with your surroundings, keeping your sanity, and reminding yourself what it means to be a creature on this earth. I believe that deep down, everyone has a need to bond with nature, and many people don't realize it's what's missing in their lives. People who are divorced from nature often have a void that they try to fill, that void is due to the lack of connection with where we come from. Often times, people try to fill that void with money, religion, drugs, unhealthy food, etc. Spending time with nature will do wonders for making you feel whole and resetting your internal clock. I sincerely hope you are able to find the time and willingness to get outdoors. Buy an axe, go camping, process some fire wood, build a fire and breath in the fresh air. You won't regret it. Much love to you!
@mcgibby Same here. I'm an auditor at a Big 4 CPA firm in a big city, but share more core values with people like @wranglestar than any of my colleagues. Maybe we're just lumber jacks at heart.
When my wife passed away in March we NEVER had an argument or raised our voices in 30+ years of marriage. I enjoy watching the interaction between you and your wife. You complement each other very well. God Bless
Then when will we change the way that the government (esp. military) buys things. It seems for every new purchase (F22, F35 ?) There's a long period where they are fixing aspects that aught to be fixed before the government pays for it. Am I being a whiner ?
- - - -George B. Wolffsohn You try to compare what is incomparable , military things is very complicated instead axes. So yep --- you are whiner. (no offense) ^__^
My daughter is keeping me young! She is always pushing me to try something new (because she wants to do it, but because of her autism, can't go it alone). I have tried so many new things and have found out she and I like MANY of the same things. There are things she enjoys that I don't and things I enjoy that she doesn't, but have discovered there is a lot we both enjoy!
The comment starting at 13:30 really resonated with me. My relationship with my wife is very cooperative, similar to what we see between Cody and Mrs. Wranglerstar, and the amount of times I've heard these comments is truly astounding. My wife is my closest friend and my life-long partner, and the thought of trying to hide something from her or trick her is totally alien to me. More importantly, I think that these types of relationships need to be modeled for our young men and women, so that they can see examples in their own lives of what healthy relationships look like, and that they can use as templates for their own future spouses. If only we had more couples on RUclips to serve as these role models, since we're certainly not going to see them on mainstream television!
I agree with your main choice: the large forest axe. I own the Scandinavian forest axe; which I think is the same axe, and I love it. I am on 350 some odd acres of land in PA and as far as hand tools go, Scandinavian Forest Axe by Gransfors Bruks, a Silky saw, and a good fixed blade knife around 3.5-4 inches are all you need. But truly a chain saw is a magical thing to have.
I was searching for the Gransfors Bruks Large forest axe and there isn't one, so I believe you are correct he's actually referring to the Gransfors Bruks Scandinavian Forest Axe.
@@jaymoore2959 It's the same axe. He made mistake with the names and if you listen closely to him, he rules out the GRÄNSFORS AMERICAN FELLING AXE as it's too heavy for most people. He's describing the Gransfors Bruks Scandinavian Forest Axe per their website specs. P.S. we own it too.
I feel like chainsaws aren't my thing its feels too easy, as President Kennedy said "Not because it's easy, but because it's hard.". He is the president that guided or lead the mission to go to the moon.
An old saying I used to hear is that with wisdom comes isolation... because the majority are usually wrong lol. I like the idea of doing what you know in your heart is right no matter how many people agree or disagree ;)
I live in Germany right now and he is right the Scandinavians are beautiful, but just not worth the money in my opinion, I would rather sharpen cheap steel because I know after a thousand swings I miss sometimes and chip even the best blades.
Everytime you and your wife are together on video it is abundantly clear how happy yall are together. The only other time I've personally seen a relationship like yalls is my parents. Even on the rare occasions they fought I never for a second worried that they might split up. I've tried my entire life to find that type of relationship, and thought I had it once, but ultimately haven't found it. It makes me happy knowing that out there that type of thing still exists. It gives me motivation to continue looking even as I reach my mid 30s.
I have 7 Husqvarna wooden handled axes (pretty much the entire range). The two I use most are the forest axe and the large splitting maul, but most of the others get frequent use as well. No handle failures to date, no lose heads. They are beautiful axes that take and maintain a very good edge.
I agree with the axe handle philosophy. The first axe I ever put a handle on myself it didn't come loose until the handle broke. It's not hard and it's safer with a good handle
In german my wife always says:"Männer und Frauen sind gleichwertig aber nicht gleichartig". And I think that sums it up quite nicely. Men and women are both equally valuable but not equally made. As you said it nicely: we complement each other. I would not be complete without my wife!
Marco, I have to agree, whole hardly. I don't even want to think of life with out her. We have from early marriage been like one unit. The poor thing had to put up with a lot more than she bargained for . Was married over two years when I got drafted and came home with terrible migraine's and would have them night after night. Nerves were shot and temper would flare over nothing at times :-( ...... Worst pain I have ever had and have had a lot of surgeries and nothing compares to the migraine's. One tough farm girl , less than 60 days till 54th anniversary. Just the rambling of a old disabled Combat Vet, still battling Agent Orange, but still alive ! PS: Once a Man, twice a baby :-(
Yes! A reasonable quality axe of about the "large forest axe"size, seems to me to be a very good compromise. It will split quite large fire wood, from the edges, and it will fall small trees, and it lives in the truck...
I got my first axe when I was 7 years old, it was a double head cruiser axe I used to limb logs on the landing. Before that I rode the draft horses from the stable to the landing and back when we were done for the day. By the way I am 70 yo now.
This video is just all around great. It's great seeing competent people in this world doing what they do and showing others how to. Cheers and best regards.
It's kind of silly though, because now you can just pose the question to him. "Okay, now if you could only have one of those two, which would it be?" The answer is obvious.
Great video. I have a Woodings Verona (Pennsylvania axe maker) axe that appears to be the equivalent of the Gransfors Bruk Scandanavian Forest Axe. I agree wholeheartedly that this size offers the most versatility.
I held in my hand for the first time ever today, a Gransfors Bruk Scandinavian forest axe... her in Melbourne Australia, i stumbled across a retail store that stocks almost the entire range (that i know of) of Gransfors Bruk axes. the guy who managed the shop was only too happy for me to take one down from the wall and hold it in my hands... It felt like heaven, i wanted to cry. It was almost as if it was calling my name and begging me to buy it... Alas, i resisted, promising myself that I would get home from work first and jump on Wranglerstar's RUclips channel and rewatch this video... Thank you Cody, eternally greatful for your time and best efforts, thoughts and opinions on everythingt hat you feature on your channel... Sincerely, Marcus McKenzie...
Stopped the video at 5:25 and I'm adding my choice to see if Cody and I agree: The Scandinavian Forest axe with the 26" handle. I can split kindling comfortably but still chop down standing trees. When I lived in Alaska, I had Northern Knives on 5th Avenue make a kydex sheath for it. I highly recommend their kydex for anyone.
I enjoyed the axe chat. The second part, the marital advice, hit a note with me. My sweetheart evolved into the spitting...and yes, she did...image of her nasty mother in mind and body. There was a family recipe for husband management, and it was repressive. As time passed, everything I did drew negative comment...not an exaggeration...and I told her she had to leave. I convinced her by playing back recordings of her freak outs...she was horrified by her own behaviour. Ten years ago. And I haven't missed her for a minute.
A year later this video still speaks to men. Will likely speak to men 10 years from now. Probably 100 years from now. Timeless advice. Not simply which axe is best, but what makes a man a man and what men should strive for in life. Cody, i know people watch you videos for reviews and whatnot, but men, young or old, need real advice from men who live as men. You give that advice in a humble manner. Hope you give more advice in this manner. On a side note, i enjoy the fact that you combine advice with real world work. Please don't ever sell out to clickbaiting. Just give your advice with real world tutorials. It's really, really good when you do. As a man speaking to another man, I recognize that i know far less than i think i do. I don't allow much tv or internet in my home but when i let my son watch something, I never disallow your videos for him. It would be nice if you pulled out that book and gave a lesson in every video on manly manners. I'm asking on behalf of my son that can't even recognize what it would bring to him. My dad used to sit me in front of Bob Villa. Bob Villa never gave manly advice though. He just showed how to craft, rather than taught how to be a man. I look back and wish he'd have pulled out that book and gave a lesson on being a man after he showed what it means to build. Boys need to see men and men need to recognize that boys are yearning to emulate men. We're in this together. He needs to hear good advice from men other than his own father because to him I will eventually be found as imperfect. Even now I look back to Bob Villa as a role model because he wasn't my dad but he shared a lot of the same instructions as my dad. While I know my dad failed in certain areas, Villa never did. I'm asking you to become this generation's Bob Villa that has some timeless advice for young men. For whatever it's worth I'm the guy that talked with Paul at TSPROF and recommended that he get ahold of you to check out his sharpener. I've been a fan of yours for some time.
@patrick dean everyone gives him all this stuff, then it is the best ever. I doubt he uses any of these things enough to be able to give a true answer.
@@danielhitchcock3817 The truth of it, if somebody got something for free their review is worthless imo. Taking axe advice from someone who doesn't have the skills or knowledge to even use a machete doesn't seem very rational to me.
Bravo on your choice! My large forest ax was acquired in 2000 and it is a bit loose when the handle is dry. If I keep it oiled it stays tight. Many adventure stories involving that ax but for another time. My wife and I discuss purchases over 500$ and it has never hampered me from achieving MY goals. It has however done wonders for our relationship. Good advice from my point of view. Be well
Said in anothwr comment that quality was top notch but hadnr warmed up to it. Probably because its not made in Sweden.. amd more than likely he hasnt used it.. id choose the hoffman all day even at the price point...
Josh Brown i saw that. I don't have a way of knowing if he had used it, but I would love to hear his thoughts on it. My fear is that he doesn't like it and didn't want to bring a hard working young man bad press.
Yeah id like to know if he has used it and hiw much either way he would be hard pressed to bring liam bad press as long as his waiting list is now plus his books are closed until new shop is built as far as i know .. everyone knows liams work is top notch and they have a lifetime warrenty that ya would need it
For a large property with lots of work to be done ... Gransfors or Hultafors Large Forest for sure - for taking out Camping or Hiking to throw in a pack, the Small Forest Axe.
Absolutely loved the video. I’m a fan of my small forest axe, so I was interested in the title and thumbnail. And then I enjoyed all the axe talk. But I’d even say I enjoyed the second part of the video even more. I strive to have a relationship such as your own, I totally agree that a man and woman compliment each other in their own wonderful ways and were meant to be set apart as such. Both have amazing qualities that work very well together. I also enjoy that when you talk about this, you’re always respectful in your views, never radical but more reserved in how you express your opinions and thoughts. I will continue to watch your videos for a long time so please never stop! Thanks so much, shoot me back a reply if you get the chance, I know you’re busy.
It's very surprising how many of those axe's had loose heads. I handled an old axe head I found in the woods using his tutorial and it's still stuck in place without a wiggle
I have a small ax head given to me by my grandfather, I recently found a flee market blemish hickory handle, it wasent slotted, I spent alot of time getting it down to size for the eye, it took much effort to get it down on there, basically used an anvil to drive it down on. The handle held up good, then I drove a large steel wedge in, and let stain soak in to swell it a bit more, that thing is like one solid piece! I will do the rest that way from here on out.
For anyone that says i dont want to spend x amount of money on a tool , i would say "quality is remembered for long after price is forgotten" ... This is a saying that i live by these days ... Ive done my share of cheap tool buying .. there ARE some gems that are cheap in price but good quality , however the old adage "you get what you pay for" is USUALLY true ... Ive had projects ruined in the last stages due to a cheap tool (example edge routing and the bearing comes flying off and it bites into the wood) .. so these days i set a bit of cash aside each month and i use them for quality tools - after all, most likely if you are watching this channel, tools are your hobby , so see it as INVESTING IN YOURSELF - we all know how happy we are when we get an heirloom quality tool , so go ahead and make yourself happy and buy that tool because life is short
Great Video! Thanks for sharing the Great Axe choice of a GB Large Forest Axe. Looks great and I will keep it mind when I get a real axe. The manners portion was a pleasant surprise. Glad you took the time and took risk to offer advice to the masses. It is my observation that your words are Well-Timed & Much Needed in our electronic age when people have a habit of not putting their devices down to just talk.
My wife learned in a ladies class at church, years ago that "Your husband doesn't need another mother, he already has one; He needs you to be his wife" and that has stuck with her throughout our marriage and I believe it's one of things, along with a mutual respect for one another, that has made our marriage successful these 36 years together.
I have 6 Gransfor Bruks, and I agree; Forest is number one. And the little hatchet is always next to the stove. But my favourite for splitting is the Fiskars X25.
the reason you soak it in antifreeze concentrate is that ethylene glycol doesn't evaporate so it doesn't "dry out" if you use 50/50 mix the water will evaporate and the handle will become loose again, problem with alot of oils is that they are too thick for the wood to absorb very deep without pressure treatment. so linseed oil is fine for handles that arent very loose to begin with.
I’d love to see a practical head to head face off between the tried and true GB and the Cold Steel axe. No chain splitting, just a comprehensive comparison of ergonomics, edge retention, handle tightness (after extensive work), and overall build quality. ...Topped off with a little talk about which one gives you the fizz. :-)
I bought a used Gransfors Bruks axe with a handle that obviously needs some TLC with some Tung Oil or Boiled Linseed Oil but it is still tight to the axe head. Not sure what model it is. 2 pound head slightly bearded, slightly over 30 1/2" long, total weight 8.4#. Paid around $20. I also have other axes and hatchets that need replacement handles. Where is a good place to get quality seasoned handles from?
Thank you so much for making this video. I was about to purchase a Husqvarna for my first axe but after watching this video I think I’ll go with the Cold Steel Trail Boss. And it’s cheaper!
I LOVE this channel. What a great guy. So down to earth and an old-school gentleman. I find it really relaxing to watch, not to mention informative. My favourite channel of this type by far. Wish we were bro's!
I have 3 "axes." One is a big box store axe from many years ago that served me well as a 'general purpose' do-it-all axe. Has a faded red handle, head appears set in a red epoxy, and now needs a complete overhaul - easy project. Next is a Husqvarna carpenter axe that has been my kindling splitting axe for years, and finally is my favorite (but least used) Granfors Bruks hand axe - what a jewel! All the heads are solid to the handles.
My only concern with the Forest Axe is the danger. My friend Murray calls it a leg chopper. The size is ok for the work it's intended for but not for heavier work when you're in a pinch. You're driving into the woods and there's a tree across the road. You need to remove it and you don't have a proper axe so you use the forest axe. It could work but if you let your attention wander for even a minute you're looking at an accident. The handle is too short! Better to keep and use a full size axe like you said here. If you aren't just camping, leave the forest axe at home. Great video!
The best thing is waking up and laughing with my lady, before breakfast. I used to laugh with my work partner before we clocked in. Life filled with laughter is a magical thing. My axes are all things I've found at junk shops and rehandled. They work well for me. I use a piece of broken glass to do the final shaping/fitting, getting it tight. The smooth surface gives a great fit/grip on the socket. Dry wood makes a big difference in how the handle keeps its fit.
Happy to see the honorable mention of the CS trail boss! I am very happy with mine! But I am not a hard user just use it when out camping. It does everything I need it to do.
I purchased myself a small forest axe almost two years ago largely based on this video. It's a thing a beauty and a pleasure to use. What has been your experience?
Just turned 31, started taking Jiu-jitsu in January and it's one of my favorite things I've ever done. Don't ever stop becoming a more experienced human being.
Excellent video. I am 70 years old and live on my 5.5 acre off grid "forest farm" raising waterfowl for sustenance. I have yet to meet a woman that wants to live "in the woods" making an extremely tiny footprint. If she comes along during my travels then perhaps I won't die alone.
Teen (my wife) bought me an old train station cart as a coffee table for our anniversary. As we were lowering it down the stairs, she lost her balance, and as she fell she bounced off the wall, off the cart, off me, and onto the floor. As she laid there on her back, she looked up, and said, "Happy Anniversary" My point... she didn't even raise her voice then ❤
Cody, I have recently been interested in the stories of people selling everything and moving across the country in the days of pioneers with only what they could carry. I was wondering what you would take with you if you had to get up and move without any vehicles.
@@turnersparadise8368 Not everyone could afford them though. Around the turn of the century the government would give 200 acres to anyone out in the mid west. From what I have read a lot of families packed up what they could carry and move out there.
Scandinavian Forest Ax is my top choice too. Also have Grandfather's old Gransfors Montreal pattern axe that is an outstanding fat-cruiser. But, I did buy a Husqvarna ax for my boy a couple years ago, and he has used it frequently for both helping out with farm chores, and bushcraft / treefort fun out in the woods. Rough sanded the handle and gave it a proper linseed oil treatment when new, and with an occasional touchup, have had no issues with loose head. Maybe we got lucky, or perhaps have just given the tool the respect it deserves. Thanks Cody
Good advice, sir. My wife and I, edging toward 9 years of marriage, 6 years of disability, 2 years I've been essentially unemployed due to disability, but we always work to stay on the same page, respectful of each other, loving and kind. It's hard. Life is hard for us. People ask all the time how we do it, well, we seek God, we seek to be Christ-like to each other, and we're just dedicated to our marriage. It's not perfect, but it works. Marriage isn't a ball and chain, it's a functional union of bettering each other, sustained by communication, and self-sacrifice. Whatever your religious or political views, I think the key to marriage is always seeking to give of yourself to your spouse, and they to you. Of course, I found that wisdom in my favorite book, written by about 44 authors, but the concept is universal. Really enjoyed this video. Manly Manners is fun and I love axes. I'm desperately trying to restore an old 1950s Japanese Hatchet right now. Restoring my old BSA was so much fun. A hobby my wife has really encouraged me in and filming it on my own humble channel which you've heavily inspired in a way as I think of it. Thank you, Cody. God bless you all on the homestead.
I use two axes. I use the Cold Steel Trail Boss to fell trees in my yard. I then use a 26 inch Eastwing to de-limb the tree and further cut up the tree.
New subscriber who just ordered a Prandi 15" Yankee (hasn't even arrived yet), and wondering if I made a huge mistake. Well, it did cost less than $30, but I want a quality tool. Guess I'll save for a GF and chalk it up as a lesson learned.
Great explanation on your point of view and on the page you read so Where have you been are you OK I certainly hope so look forward to seeing one of your new videos
What do you think about the vintage 19" S. A. Wetterling axes? The handles are unfortunately glued onto the head and it is not as long as that one.. But as I've come to understand it is a good length as an outdoors axe..
The handles that I hang never work loose. I spend quite a bit of time getting the new handle to properly fit the eye of the axe. I then pound in a hardwood wedge which has been coated with TightBond adhesive. Most of the handles that I have had to replace was my own fault - over strikes, running over them with a tractor, etc. I have a GFB SmallForest axe band it is a wonderful axe. My only one axe would be my 4# True Temper axe that I have owned over 50 years. It has a few scars. I ran over it with a big tractor and cracked the eye. I MIG welded it and hung a new 27” walnut handle in it. Hopefully it will last someone another 50 years.
Wow. Came for the axes. Stayed for Manly Manners. New to axes and getting me a Granfors LFA after 2 hours of youtube axe videos. Thanks for the information and keep up the good work. I thoroughly enjoy the axe info as much as the social commentary. Stay strong.
I bought my the smaller forestry axe specifically for back packing. Its been the best, if I would of did a better job taking care of it the handle would be in good shape but after 20 years I need a new handle.
Good video, thanks for your work! Thanks also for speaking the truth and always being "just another guy". In too many videos I see the author is trying to be an authority without trying to be a neighbor. RUclips, for me, is about sharing ideas and knowledge (i.e., being friendly); you do that very well, thank you! Regards and God bless you all.
Its 3:00 in the morning in Germany corona crisis and I am watching and exploring that even in axes there are Porsche’s and Ferrari’s ... and Toyota corollas ...
Hey Cody I've been waiting on an axe video to ask. I came across a SA Wetterling Storvik EX-STAL. Just wondered what I had. Found it for $40 I'm very proud of it regardless. Thanks in advance.
Perhaps i can be of some help as i have one too. The EX model was, from what i understand, intended for export hence the EX stamp but some stayed back here in Sweden. My grandfather gave the one i have to me when he decided i'd grown enough to handle it. He was born in the 20's and used to be a logger before the WWII. I abused it for years and years, until i finally broke the handle. Grandfather was dead and i didn't have the knowledge to fix it. I had an affection to it so i kept it in moms toolshed instead of throwing it away. A couple of years ago i decided to restore it after watching one of Mr Wranglerstar's videos. Found the makersmark, i live just 20 minutes away from where it was made. Went there as they are still in business, showed them, told the much longer story, got a new handle for it. The smith i talked to said: "Be careful with it. No one make axes like these anymore. Not even we who have the original machinery that made it to begin with." Drawing from my own education i figure he meant that the steel that's used has changed over time to more modern recepies with other components more suited for massproduction. The steel itself can of course be made but the batch size required will be so small that the price per ton will kill the idea. Comparing a brand new SA Wetterling to a brand new Gränsfors they are practically the same. Gränsfors got the fame, especially over in the states. What you got is more unique. Hope this was of some help/information.
Fredrik Lård I can't tell you how much your story means to me. I felt it was a special axe and have recently re handled it. I sure did notice it was very hard to sharpen so must be good steel. I had an Amish man that I sell hay to make a sheath for it but have not had a chance to use it just yet. Again I really appreciate your response. Please stay connected with me on my channel. It's small and I do not monetize so I just create for the love of it and may do a video on this prize of an axe.
Omg I love this guy “if I could only have one I would choose 2 cause it’s my Channel and I can do whatever I want”.😂😂😂
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Two is one. One is none.
I literally just hit subscribe when he said that. Hahaha.
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Man, what a great channel this is. Admittedly, I'm not much of an outdoorsman. I don't own a big piece of land. I don't own a single ax (...yet). I'm a corporate finance guy living within city limits. But I absolutely love this channel because of your passion and because it's clear to me that, despite completely different worlds and experiences, we share the same core values. Thanks for the great content. This is a great example of how RUclips can be such a powerful platform. Hope you keep it up!
Take some time in your life to get out and experience the wilderness, it's the key to being in touch with your surroundings, keeping your sanity, and reminding yourself what it means to be a creature on this earth. I believe that deep down, everyone has a need to bond with nature, and many people don't realize it's what's missing in their lives. People who are divorced from nature often have a void that they try to fill, that void is due to the lack of connection with where we come from. Often times, people try to fill that void with money, religion, drugs, unhealthy food, etc. Spending time with nature will do wonders for making you feel whole and resetting your internal clock. I sincerely hope you are able to find the time and willingness to get outdoors. Buy an axe, go camping, process some fire wood, build a fire and breath in the fresh air. You won't regret it. Much love to you!
Same here
@@hermestrismegistus2163 do you support Trump?
@@herzog2604 He's not perfect, but I do support him and will continue to support him.
@mcgibby Same here. I'm an auditor at a Big 4 CPA firm in a big city, but share more core values with people like @wranglestar than any of my colleagues. Maybe we're just lumber jacks at heart.
When my wife passed away in March we NEVER had an argument or raised our voices in 30+ years of marriage. I enjoy watching the interaction between you and your wife. You complement each other very well. God Bless
You are very lucky sir.
I often argue with my wife 😢
Condolences to you. You, sir, were blessed by God by having an angel as a wife, and vice versa. I'm pretty sure your wife believed so too.
@@tc65311 most assuredly she did, rest her soul in heaven
No product should ever be sold that requires the customer to "re-work" part of the product to use it. Thanks for the video.
take the axt, put a piece of wood into the gap, strike it in with some other axt, and have the handle fixed....."rework".....haha...
Could not agree more. Quality control is definitely lacking.
- - -Terry Stanley
For this reason --- take some Estwing tools --- i think lifetime warranty , even for yours descendants.
Then when will we change the way that the government (esp. military) buys things. It seems for every new purchase (F22, F35 ?) There's a long period where they are fixing aspects that aught to be fixed before the government pays for it.
Am I being a whiner ?
- - - -George B. Wolffsohn
You try to compare what is incomparable ,
military things is very complicated instead axes.
So yep --- you are whiner. (no offense) ^__^
We all kinda knew you'd pick a Granfors Bruk though.
Nathan Burton does he ever pick something else 😂
Is there something better?
But is there a reason to pick something else??
Nathan Burton I'd like to see how he stores and maintains all the other axes vs bruks lmao. Husqvarna looked dry and rusty.
He acts like they won’t ever fail though which they will eventually
this is top tier wranglerstar content right here. i find your modern commentary interesting, but this stuff is wholesome and fun to watch.
My daughter is keeping me young! She is always pushing me to try something new (because she wants to do it, but because of her autism, can't go it alone). I have tried so many new things and have found out she and I like MANY of the same things. There are things she enjoys that I don't and things I enjoy that she doesn't, but have discovered there is a lot we both enjoy!
Beautiful
The comment starting at 13:30 really resonated with me. My relationship with my wife is very cooperative, similar to what we see between Cody and Mrs. Wranglerstar, and the amount of times I've heard these comments is truly astounding. My wife is my closest friend and my life-long partner, and the thought of trying to hide something from her or trick her is totally alien to me.
More importantly, I think that these types of relationships need to be modeled for our young men and women, so that they can see examples in their own lives of what healthy relationships look like, and that they can use as templates for their own future spouses. If only we had more couples on RUclips to serve as these role models, since we're certainly not going to see them on mainstream television!
I always love it when companies don’t just settle for “good enough” and truly put effort and quality into their products.
Rarely seen now a days because the Chinese could care less.
right? and you can definitely tell the difference. There's something to really be said for a tool built to craftsman standard.
this axe gave General Sam a splinter.......this cannot be forgiven.
I agree with your main choice: the large forest axe. I own the Scandinavian forest axe; which I think is the same axe, and I love it. I am on 350 some odd acres of land in PA and as far as hand tools go, Scandinavian Forest Axe by Gransfors Bruks, a Silky saw, and a good fixed blade knife around 3.5-4 inches are all you need. But truly a chain saw is a magical thing to have.
I was searching for the Gransfors Bruks Large forest axe and there isn't one, so I believe you are correct he's actually referring to the Gransfors Bruks Scandinavian Forest Axe.
I also was searching for the large Forrest axe and could only find the Scandinavian. Can anyone confirm that it was just a name change?
@@jaymoore2959 It's the same axe. He made mistake with the names and if you listen closely to him, he rules out the GRÄNSFORS AMERICAN FELLING AXE as it's too heavy for most people. He's describing the Gransfors Bruks Scandinavian Forest Axe per their website specs. P.S. we own it too.
White Doberman Thank you!
I feel like chainsaws aren't my thing its feels too easy, as President Kennedy said "Not because it's easy, but because it's hard.". He is the president that guided or lead the mission to go to the moon.
“I was forced to choose only one axe...so I chose two.” So would I.
Two funny how like minds think. Me , I take a Pulaski, and a saw.
An old saying I used to hear is that with wisdom comes isolation... because the majority are usually wrong lol. I like the idea of doing what you know in your heart is right no matter how many people agree or disagree ;)
Al Truist wow.... thanks for sharing that... makes a lot of sence🙂
I like that!👍
I live in Germany right now and he is right the Scandinavians are beautiful, but just not worth the money in my opinion, I would rather sharpen cheap steel because I know after a thousand swings I miss sometimes and chip even the best blades.
the majority is usually right though, but that makes it hard to spot when the majority is wrong.
As long as you can live by this you will be happier than people who dont
Everytime you and your wife are together on video it is abundantly clear how happy yall are together. The only other time I've personally seen a relationship like yalls is my parents. Even on the rare occasions they fought I never for a second worried that they might split up. I've tried my entire life to find that type of relationship, and thought I had it once, but ultimately haven't found it. It makes me happy knowing that out there that type of thing still exists. It gives me motivation to continue looking even as I reach my mid 30s.
I like how you always start you videos with the greeting "hello friends." It's very inviting.
I have 7 Husqvarna wooden handled axes (pretty much the entire range). The two I use most are the forest axe and the large splitting maul, but most of the others get frequent use as well. No handle failures to date, no lose heads. They are beautiful axes that take and maintain a very good edge.
I agree with the axe handle philosophy. The first axe I ever put a handle on myself it didn't come loose until the handle broke. It's not hard and it's safer with a good handle
In german my wife always says:"Männer und Frauen sind gleichwertig aber nicht gleichartig". And I think that sums it up quite nicely.
Men and women are both equally valuable but not equally made.
As you said it nicely: we complement each other. I would not be complete without my wife!
Marco,
I have to agree, whole hardly. I don't even want to think of life with out her. We have from early marriage been like one unit. The poor thing had to put up with a lot more than she bargained for . Was married over two years when I got drafted and came home with terrible migraine's and would have them night after night. Nerves were shot and temper would flare over nothing at times :-( ...... Worst pain I have ever had and have had a lot of surgeries and nothing compares to the migraine's. One tough farm girl , less than 60 days till 54th anniversary.
Just the rambling of a old disabled Combat Vet, still battling Agent Orange, but still alive ! PS: Once a Man, twice a baby :-(
Awesome
Yes! A reasonable quality axe of about the "large forest axe"size, seems to me to be a very good compromise. It will split quite large fire wood, from the edges, and it will fall small trees, and it lives in the truck...
It’s now called the Scandinavian forest axe.
Classic Wranglerstar today. Axes and Manly Manners. Great!
I got my first axe when I was 7 years old, it was a double head cruiser axe I used to limb logs on the landing. Before that I rode the draft horses from the stable to the landing and back when we were done for the day. By the way I am 70 yo now.
This video is just all around great. It's great seeing competent people in this world doing what they do and showing others how to. Cheers and best regards.
best line ever, "If I had to pick one axe only, i would pick two".
It's kind of silly though, because now you can just pose the question to him. "Okay, now if you could only have one of those two, which would it be?"
The answer is obvious.
Yea.
No way would you take the small hatchet as your one axe.
A knife can do most of what it can. The Scandinavian forest axe is a beast.
Great video. I have a Woodings Verona (Pennsylvania axe maker) axe that appears to be the equivalent of the Gransfors Bruk Scandanavian Forest Axe. I agree wholeheartedly that this size offers the most versatility.
I held in my hand for the first time ever today, a Gransfors Bruk Scandinavian forest axe... her in Melbourne Australia, i stumbled across a retail store that stocks almost the entire range (that i know of) of Gransfors Bruk axes. the guy who managed the shop was only too happy for me to take one down from the wall and hold it in my hands... It felt like heaven, i wanted to cry. It was almost as if it was calling my name and begging me to buy it... Alas, i resisted, promising myself that I would get home from work first and jump on Wranglerstar's RUclips channel and rewatch this video... Thank you Cody, eternally greatful for your time and best efforts, thoughts and opinions on everythingt hat you feature on your channel... Sincerely, Marcus McKenzie...
Stopped the video at 5:25 and I'm adding my choice to see if Cody and I agree: The Scandinavian Forest axe with the 26" handle. I can split kindling comfortably but still chop down standing trees. When I lived in Alaska, I had Northern Knives on 5th Avenue make a kydex sheath for it. I highly recommend their kydex for anyone.
I enjoyed the axe chat. The second part, the marital advice, hit a note with me. My sweetheart evolved into the spitting...and yes, she did...image of her nasty mother in mind and body. There was a family recipe for husband management, and it was repressive. As time passed, everything I did drew negative comment...not an exaggeration...and I told her she had to leave. I convinced her by playing back recordings of her freak outs...she was horrified by her own behaviour. Ten years ago. And I haven't missed her for a minute.
A year later this video still speaks to men. Will likely speak to men 10 years from now. Probably 100 years from now. Timeless advice. Not simply which axe is best, but what makes a man a man and what men should strive for in life.
Cody, i know people watch you videos for reviews and whatnot, but men, young or old, need real advice from men who live as men. You give that advice in a humble manner. Hope you give more advice in this manner. On a side note, i enjoy the fact that you combine advice with real world work. Please don't ever sell out to clickbaiting. Just give your advice with real world tutorials. It's really, really good when you do. As a man speaking to another man, I recognize that i know far less than i think i do. I don't allow much tv or internet in my home but when i let my son watch something, I never disallow your videos for him. It would be nice if you pulled out that book and gave a lesson in every video on manly manners. I'm asking on behalf of my son that can't even recognize what it would bring to him. My dad used to sit me in front of Bob Villa. Bob Villa never gave manly advice though. He just showed how to craft, rather than taught how to be a man. I look back and wish he'd have pulled out that book and gave a lesson on being a man after he showed what it means to build. Boys need to see men and men need to recognize that boys are yearning to emulate men. We're in this together. He needs to hear good advice from men other than his own father because to him I will eventually be found as imperfect. Even now I look back to Bob Villa as a role model because he wasn't my dad but he shared a lot of the same instructions as my dad. While I know my dad failed in certain areas, Villa never did. I'm asking you to become this generation's Bob Villa that has some timeless advice for young men.
For whatever it's worth I'm the guy that talked with Paul at TSPROF and recommended that he get ahold of you to check out his sharpener. I've been a fan of yours for some time.
How did Liam Hoffman's axe hold up? Can we get an update?
@patrick dean everyone gives him all this stuff, then it is the best ever. I doubt he uses any of these things enough to be able to give a true answer.
@@danielhitchcock3817 The truth of it, if somebody got something for free their review is worthless imo. Taking axe advice from someone who doesn't have the skills or knowledge to even use a machete doesn't seem very rational to me.
@@hildolfrdraugadrottin7279 what does using a machete have to do with knowing about axes? They are completely different tools.
Bravo on your choice! My large forest ax was acquired in 2000 and it is a bit loose when the handle is dry. If I keep it oiled it stays tight. Many adventure stories involving that ax but for another time. My wife and I discuss purchases over 500$ and it has never hampered me from achieving MY goals. It has however done wonders for our relationship. Good advice from my point of view. Be well
How is your axe from Hoffman doing?
Yeah he didnt talk about it but its way above the bruks in quality and performance for sure
I've been waiting on that review too.
Said in anothwr comment that quality was top notch but hadnr warmed up to it. Probably because its not made in Sweden.. amd more than likely he hasnt used it.. id choose the hoffman all day even at the price point...
Josh Brown i saw that. I don't have a way of knowing if he had used it, but I would love to hear his thoughts on it. My fear is that he doesn't like it and didn't want to bring a hard working young man bad press.
Yeah id like to know if he has used it and hiw much either way he would be hard pressed to bring liam bad press as long as his waiting list is now plus his books are closed until new shop is built as far as i know .. everyone knows liams work is top notch and they have a lifetime warrenty that ya would need it
For a large property with lots of work to be done ... Gransfors or Hultafors Large Forest for sure - for taking out Camping or Hiking to throw in a pack, the Small Forest Axe.
Love all your videos. This crazy world needs more of you good sir!
I would agree with you on gransfors bruk. I have the Scandinavian forest ax and the wildlife hatchet. Love them both.
Absolutely loved the video. I’m a fan of my small forest axe, so I was interested in the title and thumbnail. And then I enjoyed all the axe talk. But I’d even say I enjoyed the second part of the video even more. I strive to have a relationship such as your own, I totally agree that a man and woman compliment each other in their own wonderful ways and were meant to be set apart as such. Both have amazing qualities that work very well together. I also enjoy that when you talk about this, you’re always respectful in your views, never radical but more reserved in how you express your opinions and thoughts. I will continue to watch your videos for a long time so please never stop! Thanks so much, shoot me back a reply if you get the chance, I know you’re busy.
It's very surprising how many of those axe's had loose heads. I handled an old axe head I found in the woods using his tutorial and it's still stuck in place without a wiggle
I have a small ax head given to me by my grandfather, I recently found a flee market blemish hickory handle, it wasent slotted, I spent alot of time getting it down to size for the eye, it took much effort to get it down on there, basically used an anvil to drive it down on. The handle held up good, then I drove a large steel wedge in, and let stain soak in to swell it a bit more, that thing is like one solid piece! I will do the rest that way from here on out.
For anyone that says i dont want to spend x amount of money on a tool , i would say "quality is remembered for long after price is forgotten" ... This is a saying that i live by these days ... Ive done my share of cheap tool buying .. there ARE some gems that are cheap in price but good quality , however the old adage "you get what you pay for" is USUALLY true ... Ive had projects ruined in the last stages due to a cheap tool (example edge routing and the bearing comes flying off and it bites into the wood) .. so these days i set a bit of cash aside each month and i use them for quality tools - after all, most likely if you are watching this channel, tools are your hobby , so see it as INVESTING IN YOURSELF - we all know how happy we are when we get an heirloom quality tool , so go ahead and make yourself happy and buy that tool because life is short
Reminds me of the older videos! Love all the content keep up the great work GoD Bless you and your family
Great Video! Thanks for sharing the Great Axe choice of a GB Large Forest Axe. Looks great and I will keep it mind when I get a real axe. The manners portion was a pleasant surprise. Glad you took the time and took risk to offer advice to the masses. It is my observation that your words are Well-Timed & Much Needed in our electronic age when people have a habit of not putting their devices down to just talk.
Where would you say the Liam Hoffman axe ranks? Thanks for the great content!
The quality is top notch. I've just never warmed to it.
I completely understand..Something that you will use potentially every day needs to have that "feeling" to it. Thanks for the response!
@@wranglerstar is the “large forest axe” the Scandinavian axe? That’s the only one close to what you’re describing I see on their website
My favorite as well, Grandfords bought in Sweden 25 years ago..
I agree that axe handles should not be loose especially if its brand new
Fantastic! Thanks for all that great information- I have subscribed…
My wife learned in a ladies class at church, years ago that "Your husband doesn't need another mother, he already has one; He needs you to be his wife" and that has stuck with her throughout our marriage and I believe it's one of things, along with a mutual respect for one another, that has made our marriage successful these 36 years together.
I have 6 Gransfor Bruks, and I agree; Forest is number one. And the little hatchet is always next to the stove. But my favourite for splitting is the Fiskars X25.
I was hoping to see the Hoffman axe mentioned in this video.
Yup.
You can also soak the axe "where the metal meets the wood" in some radiator coolant. The wood absorbs it and tightens the axe back up.
yeah but once it drys out again the problem will be even worse. If your going to soak it in anything it should be linseed oil.
the reason you soak it in antifreeze concentrate is that ethylene glycol doesn't evaporate so it doesn't "dry out" if you use 50/50 mix the water will evaporate and the handle will become loose again, problem with alot of oils is that they are too thick for the wood to absorb very deep without pressure treatment. so linseed oil is fine for handles that arent very loose to begin with.
I’d love to see a practical head to head face off between the tried and true GB and the Cold Steel axe. No chain splitting, just a comprehensive comparison of ergonomics, edge retention, handle tightness (after extensive work), and overall build quality. ...Topped off with a little talk about which one gives you the fizz. :-)
I bought a used Gransfors Bruks axe with a handle that obviously needs some TLC with some Tung Oil or Boiled Linseed Oil but it is still tight to the axe head. Not sure what model it is. 2 pound head slightly bearded, slightly over 30 1/2" long, total weight 8.4#. Paid around $20.
I also have other axes and hatchets that need replacement handles. Where is a good place to get quality seasoned handles from?
Thank you so much for making this video. I was about to purchase a Husqvarna for my first axe but after watching this video I think I’ll go with the Cold Steel Trail Boss. And it’s cheaper!
I LOVE this channel. What a great guy. So down to earth and an old-school gentleman. I find it really relaxing to watch, not to mention informative. My favourite channel of this type by far. Wish we were bro's!
wife bought me a gransfors bruks small forest axe based off of this guys reccomendation years back, absolutely a dream.
Yup - I have the same axe and it's the best all-around camping/survival axe you can buy.
Wow best wife ever!
better treat the wife well! sounds like a keeper if she buys you toys like that
I have 3 "axes." One is a big box store axe from many years ago that served me well as a 'general purpose' do-it-all axe. Has a faded red handle, head appears set in a red epoxy, and now needs a complete overhaul - easy project. Next is a Husqvarna carpenter axe that has been my kindling splitting axe for years, and finally is my favorite (but least used) Granfors Bruks hand axe - what a jewel! All the heads are solid to the handles.
"It's my channel, and so I make the rules!"😂 Right on!
My only concern with the Forest Axe is the danger. My friend Murray calls it a leg chopper. The size is ok for the work it's intended for but not for heavier work when you're in a pinch. You're driving into the woods and there's a tree across the road. You need to remove it and you don't have a proper axe so you use the forest axe. It could work but if you let your attention wander for even a minute you're looking at an accident. The handle is too short! Better to keep and use a full size axe like you said here. If you aren't just camping, leave the forest axe at home. Great video!
When are you going to compare it to the Hoffman or do a video on the Hoffman axe?
The best thing is waking up and laughing with my lady, before breakfast. I used to laugh with my work partner before we clocked in. Life filled with laughter is a magical thing. My axes are all things I've found at junk shops and rehandled. They work well for me. I use a piece of broken glass to do the final shaping/fitting, getting it tight. The smooth surface gives a great fit/grip on the socket. Dry wood makes a big difference in how the handle keeps its fit.
"...just gives me the fizz." amazing needs to be on a t shirt
Happy to see the honorable mention of the CS trail boss! I am very happy with mine! But I am not a hard user just use it when out camping. It does everything I need it to do.
really enjoyed this one! i am getting too numb (but i'm getting pretty old) gonna try and work on this (after my nap.....)
Great as always, manly manners is awesome. Thank you Cody.
I have just brought a gränsfors bruk small forest axe, I cold steel trail boss is ace but I hope the hype lives up to it
I have had my gb small forest axe for several years. It is the best small axe I have ever used in my 50 years of wood processing. It IS that good.
I purchased myself a small forest axe almost two years ago largely based on this video. It's a thing a beauty and a pleasure to use. What has been your experience?
I can conclude I don't like my small forest axe I find it too light and toy like. I prefer my cut down cold steel trail boss
Great video with sound advice.
Rip Henry , thanks for given Cody so many memories and the nice Slick too
Have ya used the liam Hoffman axe??? And your thoughts if soo
Just turned 31, started taking Jiu-jitsu in January and it's one of my favorite things I've ever done. Don't ever stop becoming a more experienced human being.
I liked your philosophical views as much as cool axe footage ;)
Excellent video. I am 70 years old and live on my 5.5 acre off grid "forest farm" raising waterfowl for sustenance. I have yet to meet a woman that wants to live "in the woods" making an extremely tiny footprint. If she comes along during my travels then perhaps I won't die alone.
That's it, wife's birthday, buy her a small axe, she will love it!
That gift is really for you isn't it
and if she doesn't love it, hey, you got yourself another cool toy!
Don't you think your getting a little carried away, I mean Come on, women can't be trusted with important things like voting.
You know it’s good when he gets the fizz
Teen (my wife) bought me an old train station cart as a coffee table for our anniversary. As we were lowering it down the stairs, she lost her balance, and as she fell she bounced off the wall, off the cart, off me, and onto the floor. As she laid there on her back, she looked up, and said, "Happy Anniversary"
My point... she didn't even raise her voice then ❤
Cody, I have recently been interested in the stories of people selling everything and moving across the country in the days of pioneers with only what they could carry. I was wondering what you would take with you if you had to get up and move without any vehicles.
Clarify that no vehicles part, the pioneers had prairie schooners. You could stash a lot of stuff in one of those wagons.
@@turnersparadise8368 Not everyone could afford them though. Around the turn of the century the government would give 200 acres to anyone out in the mid west. From what I have read a lot of families packed up what they could carry and move out there.
Then you are talking an axe, a rifle, a knife...and probably a frying pan...
Don't forget a blanket, most likely wool.
Scandinavian Forest Ax is my top choice too. Also have Grandfather's old Gransfors Montreal pattern axe that is an outstanding fat-cruiser.
But, I did buy a Husqvarna ax for my boy a couple years ago, and he has used it frequently for both helping out with farm chores, and bushcraft / treefort fun out in the woods. Rough sanded the handle and gave it a proper linseed oil treatment when new, and with an occasional touchup, have had no issues with loose head. Maybe we got lucky, or perhaps have just given the tool the respect it deserves.
Thanks Cody
Gransfors doesn't make a large forest. Their Scandinavian Forest Axe is what you have
Thanks for clearing that up. Makes me realize I haven't gone crazy I could not find that.
Yeah, I was confused by that too.
glad you felt the need to clear that up. were trying to be positive
Granfors does make a large forest axe. Check there website.
They do. Different names for different markets tho
Good video. Good book and enjoy the channel 👍
Fitting I just got my first Gransfors Bruk For my Birthday
Charlie Sefton Happy Birthday! That's rad. I hope to get one someday. Hey, you may enjoy the Axe Junkies Facebook group if you're into axes.
Mike Bryant Hey Thanks Man
Good Luck Getting Yours.
I've taken some monster trees with my Scandinavian forest axe while also using it as a one handed hatchet for clearing brush. My favorite axe.
My trail boss split when we were going on a Canada trip but I beat the hell out a that thing and held up Good solid axe.
Good advice, sir. My wife and I, edging toward 9 years of marriage, 6 years of disability, 2 years I've been essentially unemployed due to disability, but we always work to stay on the same page, respectful of each other, loving and kind.
It's hard. Life is hard for us. People ask all the time how we do it, well, we seek God, we seek to be Christ-like to each other, and we're just dedicated to our marriage. It's not perfect, but it works. Marriage isn't a ball and chain, it's a functional union of bettering each other, sustained by communication, and self-sacrifice.
Whatever your religious or political views, I think the key to marriage is always seeking to give of yourself to your spouse, and they to you.
Of course, I found that wisdom in my favorite book, written by about 44 authors, but the concept is universal.
Really enjoyed this video. Manly Manners is fun and I love axes. I'm desperately trying to restore an old 1950s Japanese Hatchet right now. Restoring my old BSA was so much fun. A hobby my wife has really encouraged me in and filming it on my own humble channel which you've heavily inspired in a way as I think of it.
Thank you, Cody. God bless you all on the homestead.
I use two axes. I use the Cold Steel Trail Boss to fell trees in my yard. I then use a 26 inch Eastwing to de-limb the tree and further cut up the tree.
Just got a Gränfors Bruk splitting axe for my birthday, its so good!
New subscriber who just ordered a Prandi 15" Yankee (hasn't even arrived yet), and wondering if I made a huge mistake. Well, it did cost less than $30, but I want a quality tool. Guess I'll save for a GF and chalk it up as a lesson learned.
Great explanation on your point of view and on the page you read so Where have you been are you OK I certainly hope so look forward to seeing one of your new videos
What happened to your Liam Hoffman axe?
and where do you buy the granforce bruk large forest axe from? amazon doesn't seem to have it
It is actually called the Scandinavian Forest Axe.
Try Canadian outdoors equipment. Cheers
did you cut your hair with that forest axe? 😂
What do you think about the vintage 19" S. A. Wetterling axes? The handles are unfortunately glued onto the head and it is not as long as that one.. But as I've come to understand it is a good length as an outdoors axe..
hes gonna be a grandpa who can play with there grandchildren and wait for them cus they need a brake...amazing haha
The handles that I hang never work loose. I spend quite a bit of time getting the new handle to properly fit the eye of the axe. I then pound in a hardwood wedge which has been coated with TightBond adhesive. Most of the handles that I have had to replace was my own fault - over strikes, running over them with a tractor, etc. I have a GFB SmallForest axe band it is a wonderful axe. My only one axe would be my 4# True Temper axe that I have owned over 50 years. It has a few scars. I ran over it with a big tractor and cracked the eye. I MIG welded it and hung a new 27” walnut handle in it. Hopefully it will last someone another 50 years.
Hey if you're not even gonna give your Hoffman an honorable mention, can I have it? Please? 😳
Wow. Came for the axes. Stayed for Manly Manners. New to axes and getting me a Granfors LFA after 2 hours of youtube axe videos. Thanks for the information and keep up the good work. I thoroughly enjoy the axe info as much as the social commentary. Stay strong.
I'm buying another Gransfors . You let the axe handles dry out, that's why they are loose. Keep em oiled up
I bought my the smaller forestry axe specifically for back packing. Its been the best, if I would of did a better job taking care of it the handle would be in good shape but after 20 years I need a new handle.
Good video, thanks for your work! Thanks also for speaking the truth and always being "just another guy". In too many videos I see the author is trying to be an authority without trying to be a neighbor. RUclips, for me, is about sharing ideas and knowledge (i.e., being friendly); you do that very well, thank you! Regards and God bless you all.
Its 3:00 in the morning in Germany corona crisis and I am watching and exploring that even in axes there are Porsche’s and Ferrari’s ... and Toyota corollas ...
Have you used your Liam Hoffman axe?
Ryan Gill he said he never warm to it
Two great picks! I just got my GB Hand Hatchet yesterday. Also have the HB Aneby. Can’t wait to use the small hatchet for camping needs.
‘If I could have one, I would have two...’ hahahahahahahahahaha
Heck just have 100. Bristling with axes like some kind of axe-cactus-human monster.
13.45... loved the way you said "man iam sorry" greatness!
Hey Cody I've been waiting on an axe video to ask. I came across a SA Wetterling Storvik EX-STAL. Just wondered what I had. Found it for $40 I'm very proud of it regardless. Thanks in advance.
Perhaps i can be of some help as i have one too. The EX model was, from what i understand, intended for export hence the EX stamp but some stayed back here in Sweden. My grandfather gave the one i have to me when he decided i'd grown enough to handle it. He was born in the 20's and used to be a logger before the WWII. I abused it for years and years, until i finally broke the handle. Grandfather was dead and i didn't have the knowledge to fix it. I had an affection to it so i kept it in moms toolshed instead of throwing it away. A couple of years ago i decided to restore it after watching one of Mr Wranglerstar's videos. Found the makersmark, i live just 20 minutes away from where it was made. Went there as they are still in business, showed them, told the much longer story, got a new handle for it. The smith i talked to said: "Be careful with it. No one make axes like these anymore. Not even we who have the original machinery that made it to begin with." Drawing from my own education i figure he meant that the steel that's used has changed over time to more modern recepies with other components more suited for massproduction. The steel itself can of course be made but the batch size required will be so small that the price per ton will kill the idea. Comparing a brand new SA Wetterling to a brand new Gränsfors they are practically the same. Gränsfors got the fame, especially over in the states. What you got is more unique. Hope this was of some help/information.
Fredrik Lård I can't tell you how much your story means to me. I felt it was a special axe and have recently re handled it. I sure did notice it was very hard to sharpen so must be good steel. I had an Amish man that I sell hay to make a sheath for it but have not had a chance to use it just yet. Again I really appreciate your response. Please stay connected with me on my channel. It's small and I do not monetize so I just create for the love of it and may do a video on this prize of an axe.