I enjoyed your video. You have a very genuine and enthusiastic delivery, and also hit all the important points. I convinced my wife that this was the one to get, and I want to thank you for the assistance.
Great review, not sure a cheaper axe wouldn't also last a lifetime. I have my Dad's axe, one he 'acquired" when he parted from the army in 1946. It doesn't even have a name stamped on it . It's known as Dad's axe. I guess now it is Great Grandpa's axe as well. In Canada the average price carton of cigarettes is over $85 a carton. Gas is $4 a gallon so really for the price of a tank of gas for the old 1/2 ton or a carton and a 1/2 of cigarettes you have something that will by yours and his for a century. That's a bargain!!
4:04 Mate, you almost had me in tears, a very rare occurrence! Fantastic review. I have owned and used dozens of axes and bought this one recently, it is by far the best designed and best built pack axe I have ever used. thanks very much for sharing. Steve
Love the vid! I have the same axe along with a couple Gransfors & other larger ones for splitting. The Bushman has become my go-to axe for kindling, smaller stuff & general use. I do like the slight bearded blade for a close handgrip but find it's not the most refined bevel for finer work, but it can still do it. This is such a lovely axe…mind had some issues with the edge rolling off in the first couple weeks & I can assure that no rock or metal was hit. Apparently there had been some issues with the heat treating. I contacted Wetterlings online and they replaced it with no grief or guff, just high integrity...See you down the trail!
Great review, friend! I actually bought mine a few years ago from Wetterlings former CEO, Julia, whom I met at a hunting/shooting show here in Sweden. She'd brought a few to the show and I had her pick one out for me and even got a little discount for helping her carrying them from her car. :) She was very proud of the design and talked a lot about the development process behind the axe. Very cool person who is actually a blacksmith and an excellent small company making high quality tools by hand. I've used my axe extensively and am very satisfied. I'm pretty sure it will outlast me as well. Just a tip though, put some linseed oil on that handle. Cheers from Sweden!
Outstanding review! I was torn between the Gransfors Outdoor Axe and the Wetterlings. This axe frankly out performs the other. Very impressed. Thanks for the review.
Just stumbled onto this video at random. Excellent! I'm a fellow youtuber from Newfoundland, Canada, and I don't sub to many people! However, I have to subscribe for multiple reasons: 1) the beard (obviously. haha) 2) axe technique 3) Philosophy - similar to mine, the investment is more than worth it just for the heirloom it will become; a $20 coleman axe just doesn't have that same value and richness in 15 years! Great video my friend!
Your explication with the funny take on how your son will hopefully love it's memories, for a lifetime, was really cool. I'm a NJ suburban bum but love the idea of a forest life. Keep on keepin on Big Guy, with your little guy
Great demonstration of the axe in multiple roles (chopping/splitting different woods, carving, etc). I had been looking at this particular axe for a while now and I think I've finally been convinced to shell out the cash for it.
Colonel Corazón Santiago Thank you for lettting me know! I honestly don't think you will regret it. I recently carved my first kuksa using it and it went rather well (www.trailagain.com/#!Carving-a-kuksa/colb/553065620cf29b0040834814) I did find the handle just a little long for carving small pieces. I purchased the Gränsfors Bruk Kubben #413 (instagram.com/p/1yTVxvLcmZ/?taken-by=trailagain) to see if the shorter handle really makes a difference. I should have a video up of it this next week. Have a great day!
Trailagain Fantastic. Looking forward to your future videos. That kuksa turned out really nice. I can see how something as small (tiny!) as the Kubben would be preferable for carving, though. Keep up the great work!
Bought one of these last year and love it. I have a couple other high quality axes but this is by far the best. Also i was lucky to get mine when they were about $120 and was considering a second one and see they are now about $150. Still worth it by far.
I like that axe. 2 questions, 1- is the hammer pole harden ? 2- how did you get the perfect square cuts on the log you split? I bucked up lots and never can get a square face.
had mine for a week.Looks great! BUT1*The edge rolls easily and you lose your edge. 2*The round handle as opposed to the traditional flat oval near the head allows it to wobble around in my hand, as opposed to the traditional that allows a much more stable grip.3*The knob at the end is too small!! In all my 50 odd years of swinging all sorts of axes this is the first time an axe just slips right out of my bare hand on the preparatory backswing!!!Either I need to get used to it or it is not as perfect as you say.Right now it feels like you say " A perfect little axe for a little boy to play with" As opposed to an efficient tool for a man.That's 3 stars or 3 strikes.... depending on how you look at it...Would love to hold a " FINE FOREST AXE" in my hand to compare the 2!!!
Great review I have a gransfors bruks small Forrest Axe which Is similar but I'd like to get a wetterlings to compare it to but I couldn't decide which one. This is it. Thanks for the review!
May I ask about the shirt? Been looking for this type of thing, considered a Swandri shirt but might be to warm for what I need and the 1/4 zip looks ideal. Great video, deserves way more views.
I am sorry about the delayed response. It is a Carhartt shirt. www.amazon.com/Carhartt-Hickory-Stripe-Shirt-Quarter/dp/B0085TF5BM It is one of my favorites. +Richard Graham
+Trailagain no bother about the delay, bit hot in New Zealand this time of year for it anyway. Thanks for the reply. Your videos deserve a lot more views in my opinion so keep it up and good luck
recon66661 I purchased mine from here www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com/wetterling-bushman-axe/ Unfortunately, Rich is correct and they have raised the price to $169. I searched for a lower price and was actually suprised to see some of the selling for $189. Best of luck finding a stellar deal!
My wetterlings axe only last about 1 month before the head fell off. I was very disappointed. Never again will k buy a wetterlings. There are mug better out there.
I enjoyed your video. You have a very genuine and enthusiastic delivery, and also hit all the important points. I convinced my wife that this was the one to get, and I want to thank you for the assistance.
Great review, not sure a cheaper axe wouldn't also last a lifetime. I have my Dad's axe, one he 'acquired" when he parted from the army in 1946. It doesn't even have a name stamped on it . It's known as Dad's axe. I guess now it is Great Grandpa's axe as well. In Canada the average price carton of cigarettes is over $85 a carton. Gas is $4 a gallon so really for the price of a tank of gas for the old 1/2 ton or a carton and a 1/2 of cigarettes you have something that will by yours and his for a century. That's a bargain!!
4:04 Mate, you almost had me in tears, a very rare occurrence! Fantastic review. I have owned and used dozens of axes and bought this one recently, it is by far the best designed and best built pack axe I have ever used. thanks very much for sharing. Steve
Holy shite! Actually a person on youtube who can use axe properly! Awesome work man !
Love the vid! I have the same axe along with a couple Gransfors & other larger ones for splitting. The Bushman has become my go-to axe for kindling, smaller stuff & general use. I do like the slight bearded blade for a close handgrip but find it's not the most refined bevel for finer work, but it can still do it. This is such a lovely axe…mind had some issues with the edge rolling off in the first couple weeks & I can assure that no rock or metal was hit. Apparently there had been some issues with the heat treating. I contacted Wetterlings online and they replaced it with no grief or guff, just high integrity...See you down the trail!
Great review, friend! I actually bought mine a few years ago from Wetterlings former CEO, Julia, whom I met at a hunting/shooting show here in Sweden. She'd brought a few to the show and I had her pick one out for me and even got a little discount for helping her carrying them from her car. :) She was very proud of the design and talked a lot about the development process behind the axe. Very cool person who is actually a blacksmith and an excellent small company making high quality tools by hand. I've used my axe extensively and am very satisfied. I'm pretty sure it will outlast me as well. Just a tip though, put some linseed oil on that handle. Cheers from Sweden!
You mean a hand puts them into an open die press, not exactly hand made check out Liam Hoffman on here now there handing made axes!!!
Outstanding review! I was torn between the Gransfors Outdoor Axe and the Wetterlings. This axe frankly out performs the other. Very impressed. Thanks for the review.
Just stumbled onto this video at random. Excellent! I'm a fellow youtuber from Newfoundland, Canada, and I don't sub to many people! However, I have to subscribe for multiple reasons: 1) the beard (obviously. haha) 2) axe technique 3) Philosophy - similar to mine, the investment is more than worth it just for the heirloom it will become; a $20 coleman axe just doesn't have that same value and richness in 15 years! Great video my friend!
Thank you so much for taking the time and giving me quality feedback. I am going to check out your videos! +Weiderfan
Great video! Also the first person I've seen on you tube that can swing an axe
I had to watch this twice because the first time all I could concentrate on was your beard
Kimball Cody it is as nice as the axe
best review i have seen in a long time thank you
I am so glad you enjoyed it and thank you for the feedback!
Accuracy! You make it look easy. Good video.
Your explication with the funny take on how your son will hopefully love it's memories, for a lifetime, was really cool. I'm a NJ suburban bum but love the idea of a forest life. Keep on keepin on Big Guy, with your little guy
They couldn't have paid for a better person to demo their ax! Great job of the use of an ax.
Great demonstration of the axe in multiple roles (chopping/splitting different woods, carving, etc). I had been looking at this particular axe for a while now and I think I've finally been convinced to shell out the cash for it.
Colonel Corazón Santiago Thank you for lettting me know! I honestly don't think you will regret it. I recently carved my first kuksa using it and it went rather well (www.trailagain.com/#!Carving-a-kuksa/colb/553065620cf29b0040834814) I did find the handle just a little long for carving small pieces. I purchased the Gränsfors Bruk Kubben #413 (instagram.com/p/1yTVxvLcmZ/?taken-by=trailagain) to see if the shorter handle really makes a difference. I should have a video up of it this next week. Have a great day!
Trailagain Fantastic. Looking forward to your future videos. That kuksa turned out really nice. I can see how something as small (tiny!) as the Kubben would be preferable for carving, though. Keep up the great work!
I have had this same axe for about five or six years. I like it.
Your Axe techniques are excellent. I subed for the beard
HAHAHA, thanks! My dad would be proud, I learned from him. +Big Brown
Bought one of these last year and love it. I have a couple other high quality axes but this is by far the best. Also i was lucky to get mine when they were about $120 and was considering a second one and see they are now about $150. Still worth it by far.
Couldnt agree with you more. +rob taylor
Nice vid. I bought one and haven't used it yet, but it just feels right. Looking forward to years of enjoyment, as you say.
Mike West
I am sure you will love it. By far one of the best purchases I have made the more I use it the more I appreciate it.
Best beard on YT, EVER
I like that axe.
2 questions,
1- is the hammer pole harden ?
2- how did you get the perfect square cuts on the log you split?
I bucked up lots and never can get a square face.
had mine for a week.Looks great! BUT1*The edge rolls easily and you lose your edge. 2*The round handle as opposed to the traditional flat oval near the head allows it to wobble around in my hand, as opposed to the traditional that allows a much more stable grip.3*The knob at the end is too small!! In all my 50 odd years of swinging all sorts of axes this is the first time an axe just slips right out of my bare hand on the preparatory backswing!!!Either I need to get used to it or it is not as perfect as you say.Right now it feels like you say " A perfect little axe for a little boy to play with" As opposed to an efficient tool for a man.That's 3 stars or 3 strikes.... depending on how you look at it...Would love to hold a " FINE FOREST AXE" in my hand to compare the 2!!!
Great review I have a gransfors bruks small Forrest Axe which Is similar but I'd like to get a wetterlings to compare it to but I couldn't decide which one. This is it. Thanks for the review!
You can never go wrong with to many axes! +Cullen Kerr
AMEN!
your beard is epic
That is some good chopping action. Well chopped.
Watching this video from 2024, I especially concur that $150 for that axe is a great investment.
This axe price is over $450 on Amazon. You can get everything you’d need for your tools to use in the outdoors for that price!
Awesome beard !!
Oh man I need 1 of those Bad Boys, great review.
Pls compare with the small forest axe by Gransfors bruks. Thanks
Fantastic review thank you
I am glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much. +Eric Price
May I ask about the shirt? Been looking for this type of thing, considered a Swandri shirt but might be to warm for what I need and the 1/4 zip looks ideal. Great video, deserves way more views.
I am sorry about the delayed response. It is a Carhartt shirt. www.amazon.com/Carhartt-Hickory-Stripe-Shirt-Quarter/dp/B0085TF5BM It is one of my favorites. +Richard Graham
+Trailagain no bother about the delay, bit hot in New Zealand this time of year for it anyway. Thanks for the reply. Your videos deserve a lot more views in my opinion so keep it up and good luck
Great review! too
Drop your knees when you split. Minimizes the chance of a glancing axe hitting you in the leg and gives you more downward force.
Great review !
I am so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you. +gene schuchard
How has this axe help up? I heard they had some issues.
i get my axes from charity stores, i fix them up its a fun hobby
that is a gorgeous beard
youre shirt is trippin out bro , also i just ordered this axe thanks :)
I didnt realize how crazy it looked on the video until I started editing. I hope you have been enjoying your axe! +Bearded Bushcraft Mcfarlane
+Trailagain after months of use , its now my #1 go to axe it splits and chops like a dream!
Where did you get it for 149.00 I can't find it for less than 169.00
Yeah, it's gotten more expensive, unfortunately. Demand and Supply, what can I say.
recon66661 I purchased mine from here www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com/wetterling-bushman-axe/ Unfortunately, Rich is correct and they have raised the price to $169. I searched for a lower price and was actually suprised to see some of the selling for $189. Best of luck finding a stellar deal!
ANOTHER NICE PRETTY NEW UNUSED AXE. CUTTING NOTCHES. BOLLOCKS!
I wasn't frist but I was the 400th
you should be wearing eye protection when chopping wood young man
2.36 you almost lost your leg
My wetterlings axe only last about 1 month before the head fell off. I was very disappointed. Never again will k buy a wetterlings. There are mug better out there.
Get a new handle, quit whining.
your beard is better than the axe
Wooden handled axe bad idea in a survival situation. You break the handle your done. Their are better options