So I just want to say how incredibly much I miss U Dave ! Without any doubt U bring something to RUclips vids I have not found with anyone else yet. L O V E ! U have this amazingly positive / loving energy. It is quite evident, real, and tangible. I TOTALLY understand any absence after such a crazy year. Even if U move on to bigger / better pastures, I simply wanted to compliment, and Thank U for being just who U are !
I bought this hatchet about a year ago after watching this video. By far this is my favorite hatchet I use it more than my knife, and if I could get away with carrying it around in public as a edc tool I'd probably always either have it on my waist or in my hands lol.
Love my woodcraft pack axe!!! I wold like to have all the council tools axes. In the past I didn’t realize how much value for the dollar they had. My first council tools axe was my now favorite axe. Love your videos Dave.
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice comment, my friend! Very well said! My first CT axe showed me the value, as well, and is still one of my absolute favorites! Its great to have you here! -Dave
I have purchased several different axes over the past few years trying to find "the" perfect axe for myself. I really like the look and design and features of this new Council Tools Camp Carver axe, so I think I am going to get one as soon as possible. Thanks for the great review. The absolute best axe that I owned previously was an original Boy Scout version that I had for about forty years, before I broke it by trying to chop some frozen bones apart. It split in the eye of the axe, but I still have it. It had the right size, weight, handle and steel composition for everything that I did in camp. I kept the edge sharp enough to shave with the axe, which I did a couple of time just to prove to my friends just how sharp the edge was! This new Council Tool axe seems to be the perfect replacement!
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment! Sorry to hear about your Boy Scout version axe but I think you are right...this would be the perfect replacement! -Dave
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice, encouraging comment, my friend! I really appreciate that! Have you received your Camp Carver yet? How are you liking it? What were your initial impressions? Is it living up to your expectations? Be sure to keep me posted! -Dave
Thanks for the video Dave. I preordered one of these and I hope I get it very soon. Your videos are a great help by seeing you use these items. They almost always clinch the deal on getting the item of interest. Council tool should be thankful.
That is great to hear that you ordered one, my friend! Did you receive it yet? Where did you order from, if you don't mind me asking? I really appreciate the very kind words and it's been great to have your support over the past year. Happy New Year! -Dave
@@HighCarbonSteelLove Yes I received it and it's great. I ordered one from Whisky River Art and Trading and one from Fiddleback Outdoors. Got 2 of them! Keep up the great work appreciate what you do. ruclips.net/video/blZuVObCNOc/видео.html My latest vid.
Great to hear from you, Wade! Thank you for taking the time to stop by, my friend! Yes, this axe definitely meets a lot of needs for a small camp/carving axe! Happy New Year to you and your family and I hope to talk with you again soon, brother! -Dave
Haha..I know what it's like my friend, when you are happy about new gear but the paycheck takes a hit! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, my friend! You support is greatly appreciated! -Dave
Looks a beauty ! love the hardened and pronounced poll, a great addition to a superb tool. Thanks again for sharing Dave. All the best from Scotland. Garry
The beautiful, hardened, pronounced poll is definitely something I miss when I carry the CT double bit saddle axe. Something very satisfying about having an extra tool on your axe. Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, Garry! -Dave
I was looking at this axe yesterday.Great to see another one of your videos Dave. Well done my friend. Looks like a great wood carving / camp axe. I may have to purchase this one to add to my collection. Great review and always a pleasure to watch. Take care Dave.
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice comment, Jeff! This axe would fit in really well with your collection! Always a pleasure to hear from you, my friend! -Dave
Oh my goodness I love it. I have been wanting one of these for a while, they are just so expensive in Canada. This is a perfect size for the kind of chopping I do. I often use a saw for falling trees over 6 inches. It is just less work. If I am able to get my hands on one of those there is a video I want to shoot. Just to make some saw vs axe myths go away. Awesome demo Dave I am looking forward to seeing this little beauty in use some more videos. Just for the record you have to be the best at delivering experienced based information on an item. A lot of reviewers come off as salesmen not as outdoors men talking about the proper use of a tool. You nail it all the time. 👍👍🇨🇦
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, my friend! I really appreciate the kind words! I would love to see you make the saw vs axe myth video! Keep me posted, my friend, and happy New Year to you and your family! -Dave
Thank you for the kind, encouraging words, my friend! Always great to hear from you! The 90 degree spines on Council Tool's woodcraft line of axes really come in handy! Any vacations coming up? -Dave
Good to hear from you, John! So far, its been an excellent little axe! Thank you for watching and happy new year to you and your family, my friend! -Dave
Great to hear from you, Timothy! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by, my friend! Yes, there is definitely a lot to love about Council Tool! -Dave
Ugh, I just acquired two axes for possible winter camping excursions... you're killing me! That hammer pall and the radiused heel/beard just beckon to me. Thanks for sharing!
Hello Dave ! A+ Video ! That Tool looks VERY VERSATILE... Not too big, so easy to pack in the woods. Yet, big enough to get the job done. Take Care, Clark
Very nice to hear from you, Clark! Thank you for the very kind, encouraging words. You are exactly right, easy to pack, yet big enough to get the job done! Well said, my friend. -Dave
What do you think about this axe vs the wood craft pack axe? Trying to choose between the two and need guidance from someone who’s had both. Does the wood craft pack axe feel too heavy for carving with the extra head weight in comparison to the camp carver?
Thank you for the kind words, my friend! You are exactly right, an axe is a vital tool to have around! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by! -Dave
Nice to hear from you, my friend! So far, this axe has been excellent! Thank you for all of your support and kind words over the past year and I wish you and your family a very happy new year! -Dave
Great to hear from you, Dave! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice comment! I appreciate all of your support over the past year and wish you and your family a very Happy New Year! -Dave
Lost you for awhile, then saw your video review of an axe. Looks like it’s been 2 years since you’ve posted anything on RUclips. Hope all is ok and just life changes are reason. If your on different platforms, please let me know. Cheers
So far, its been an excellent tool, Robert! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your nice comment! Always great to hear form you, my friend! -Dave
Good to see you Dave! I myself do not carry an axe, but really need to..but sadly I know very little about a good axe. Thanks for the review and a bit of info on this axe. I like that they are resonable priced..and Made in the USA!! Take Care, Lee
Great to hear from you, Lee! Thank you for taking the time to stop by and leave your awesome comment, my good friend! I hope you New Year is going well and please say 'HI' to the boys for me! -Dave
Great to hear from you, Rick! So far, this axe has been excellent, my friend! I would like to thank you for your support and kind words over the past year and wish you and your family a very happy New Year! -Dave
Excellent Dave. I'm just getting into axes. You're very easy listen to. My next step is fully comparing the Gransfors Small Forest Axe with this one. ANY THOUGHTS? Darren.
I have purchased the Fiskers splitter, Estwing 14" leather handled hatchet, and 16" nylon handled camp hatchet since I had said I was going to buy the Husqvarna hatchet, because home depot had a sale, $31, 28$ and chg, and $31 respectively. Now I plan to buy this super cool awesome hatchet instead of the Husky. Thanks my good friend for the awesome review on this awesome cool hatchet.much appreciated my good friend. How are things in NYS? Have a great week brother. Thanks Tennessee
Nice to hear from you, Jeff! I really appreciate that kind words, my friend! Yes, so far this has been an awesome axe! You have a great day, too, and Happy New Year to you and your family! -Dave
Things are going well in NYS, Jeff, thanks for asking. How about things in Tennessee? There is nothing wrong with those axes you purchased. I love my Fiskars splitter and have used an Estwing many times and they are very fun to use! You have a great week, too, brother! -Dave
Hi Dave, you did a review of the Velvicut Hudson Bay Belt axe, & now this Camp Carver. My question is if you had to pick which one are you going with???? I am torn!
Council Tool is an excellent company and you would love their tools! This axe is definitely a good place to start, my friend! Thank you for watching! -Dave
Looks like a great addition to the Council tool family ! ...I am on the fence at this time between the council tool pack axe and the Gransfors 25" forest axe...Maybe you can offer some pro's and cons to help me with my decision !
Kijika Life I would go with the council. I bought GBA recently and it came poorly forged and hung very improperly. I had e-mailed them and they didn’t get back to me to now I have to modify it to make it a functional tool.
@MountainRecluse Thanks so much for the advice ! I also have the SFA and love the feel for summer and or smaller tasks. As with you here in Eastern Canada we get long and cold winters which sometimes means processing a little larger size wood so the added length would give me a little more swing power, once again thanks
MountainRecluse canadian outdoor equipment I chose to order from them because a lot of other people have had great luck with them but I’m not sure why mine was wonky but the steel is good quality holds an edge pretty good gets scary sharp. Its the outdoor axe and it was nice but the reason I had bought it was because it was supposed to be a bit more of a splitter than the wildlife hatchet but it came way thinner on the cheeks than what I had seen on video reviews and images and I’m a young lad about to turn 16 and dang for me making $180 takes a while but I’m gonna mod it and make it even better than a stock GBA and stick with council tool for my axes. I had emailed Craig 🐔 and he got back to me in a half an hour so that has doubled my respect for him and the company. Im glad to hear your GBA turned out tho.
Perhaps just the regular Council tool boys axe? It comes in 1060 Steel which can throw a spark with a piece of flint. Or step it up a notch and get the velvicut boys axe. There is also some excellent vintage axes for sale as well.
Thank you for watching! I cannot speak for the GB axe, as I have never used one, however, I can say that the Woodcraft Pack Axe is an absolute beauty in every way. Keep me posted, my friend! -Dave
You would absolutely love this axe and it will be perfect for your camp tasks! Thank you for taking the time to stop by and keep me posted, my friend! -Dave
Thank you for the kind words, William! I love the CT saddle axe! I like that this axe has the hardened poll that our Saddle axe doesn't have for hammering. -Dave
Thank you for the kind words, Justin! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by and I wish you and your family a very happy new year, my friend! -Dave
Thank you for the kind words, my friend! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by! A smaller, lighter version would be interesting, for sure! I have this CT camp hatchet for smaller jobs - www.amazon.com/Council-Tool-125hu-Camp-Axe/dp/B000IJRJ2U - however, it's no longer available. -Dave
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice comment, my friend! I hope your Christmas was good and I wish you and your family a very happy new year! -Dave
Hello from Pittsburgh, PA. I love your channel and your videos. I was glad to see that you obtained the Woodcraft Camp Carver, because I got the 24" Woodcraft Pack Axe based off of your love for it. Now that you have both, which axe do you find yourself carrying with you most on your adventures into the wilderness? Do you find the Camp Carver to be more practical for more all around camp tasks (with the exception of splitting larger logs)? If you could only have one which one would you keep? Thank you
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, my friend! It's great to hear from you and I wish you and your family a happy new year! -Dave
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice, encouraging comment, my friend! It's always great to hear from you, Isaac, and thank you for the cheers from Sweden! -Dave
Great to hear from you, John! Sorry about that, my friend...here you go - counciltool.com/shop/wood-craft/2-wood-craft-camp-carver-16-curved-handle-mask/. -Dave
I hope you had a great Christmas and I also hope your New Year is going well, my friend! I think you would absolutely love this axe! I've never used a GB but I would always go with the USA made, customer-friendly Council Tool! -Dave
Would love to buy one, but they don’t sell them online... and I’m not driving 3.5 hrs to a dealer that may or may not have one in stock... are you listening CT?
You would absolutely love this axe, Jade! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, my friend! Great to hear from you! -Dave
Hey, brother, great to hear from you! Definitely been a while! Congratulations on the new job and I appreciate you taking the time to stop by, my friend! -Dave
Hey hey There's that guy lol how have you been my friend great to see you Thank for the video looks like a fantastic axe 😃😃😃😃gonna look it up thanks Dave and take care 😋😋😋
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, my friend! You know that it's always great to hear from you! You would love this axe! -Dave
? They made it with a 22 inch handle now. Were that a curved handle instead aswelle (as the Pack 19 and 24 models) I'd decide for it right away. Why on earth did they do it with a strait handle - to not loose the marked of the CT Pack axe 21: ? Please someone (and more) to convince me a strait handle makes more sens)
Those axes are gorgeous. 5160 steel sounds interesting on an axe. If it works on a knife why not an axe. Take care & keep enjoying the great out of doors Dave.
Nice to hear from you, Marco! Council Tool uses 5160 on all their premium axes and it's an excellent steel! You take care, too, my friend and I look forward to talking with you again soon! Hope the puppy is doing well! -Dave
Thank you for the kind words, my friend! I think you would absolutely love this axe! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by and I wish you and your family a very happy new year! -Dave
I forgot to mention that my original Boy Scout axe was made by Plumb. Although I have a pretty large collection of old Boy Scout axes from a couple of other manufacturers, as well as several other Plumb axes, my original one was ideal for me. None of the others in my collection even come close to the original.
Thanks for the video Dave. I bought that bigger one you have there and I was under the impression there was a smaller one (shorter handle) with the exact same head. Just in the past couple days I started seeing videos of this "Camp Carver". Is this the same axe that came out alongside the larger one?
Thank you for taking the time to watch, Michael! Great question. This Camp Carver is not the smaller version of the Woodcraft Pack Axe. The Woodcraft Pack Axe comes in a 24" (the one you and I have) and also a 19" handle. The Woodcraft Camp Carver is the newest edition to the Woodcraft line of axes and is a "little sibling" of either the Woodcraft Pack Axe 19" or 24". Similar, but different than our Woodcraft Pack axe. Hope this help, my friend! Happy New Year! -Dave
Sorry about that, my friend....here you go - counciltool.com/shop/wood-craft/2-wood-craft-camp-carver-16-curved-handle-mask/. Thank you for taking the time to stop by! -Dave
Hey Joe! Thank you for watching, my friend! Still using the Kamrat, it just hasn't gotten a lot of camera time lately..haha! Happy New Year to you and your family! -Dave
Sir, you are a lover of small blades so the use of Axes should be one of demands. In Japan, we are not free to cut down any trees unless we have an ownership of lands but you may not have such a rule. Therefore, the usage of Axes will greatly help you to stay in the wood land during this season.
Thank you for watching and leaving your excellent comment! Here in New York State, we are not under the same rule, depending on the area and you are exactly right about the axe, my friend! -Dave
Hey Dave. The new camp carver looks awesome. The hammer poll completes the usefulness indeed. What do you use to sharpen your axes in the field ? Sharpening pucks, long stones, rods, files, etc ?? Can't wait to see this little axe in action soon.
Thank you for watching, Brian! Nice to hear from you, my friend! Yes, the hammer poll is awesome! In the field, I have a WorkSharp Field Sharpener, a Lanky puck and a small leather strop. I also always have a ceramic rod in my kit. Great question! -Dave
They are definitely getting tough to find them in stock, as it's an excellent axe. Just keep an eye here - counciltool.com/dealer-retailer-locator/ - and you'll find several retailers stocking up soon! Thank you for watching! -Dave
So I just want to say how incredibly much I miss U Dave ! Without any doubt U bring something to RUclips vids I have not found with anyone else yet. L O V E ! U have this amazingly positive / loving energy. It is quite evident, real, and tangible. I TOTALLY understand any absence after such a crazy year. Even if U move on to bigger / better pastures, I simply wanted to compliment, and Thank U for being just who U are !
First camp axe.... should be getting it this week. We'll see if I get addicted! Have a knife addiction already lol
I bought this hatchet about a year ago after watching this video. By far this is my favorite hatchet I use it more than my knife, and if I could get away with carrying it around in public as a edc tool I'd probably always either have it on my waist or in my hands lol.
Great review, really helped make my mind up to get one. Thanks
Love my woodcraft pack axe!!! I wold like to have all the council tools axes. In the past I didn’t realize how much value for the dollar they had. My first council tools axe was my now favorite axe. Love your videos Dave.
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice comment, my friend! Very well said! My first CT axe showed me the value, as well, and is still one of my absolute favorites! Its great to have you here! -Dave
I have purchased several different axes over the past few years trying to find "the" perfect axe for myself. I really like the look and design and features of this new Council Tools Camp Carver axe, so I think I am going to get one as soon as possible. Thanks for the great review. The absolute best axe that I owned previously was an original Boy Scout version that I had for about forty years, before I broke it by trying to chop some frozen bones apart. It split in the eye of the axe, but I still have it. It had the right size, weight, handle and steel composition for everything that I did in camp. I kept the edge sharp enough to shave with the axe, which I did a couple of time just to prove to my friends just how sharp the edge was! This new Council Tool axe seems to be the perfect replacement!
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment! Sorry to hear about your Boy Scout version axe but I think you are right...this would be the perfect replacement! -Dave
Did you find your best axe ?
A new high carbon axe review video! Yessssss!
Thank you for watching and leaving your awesome comment, my friend! -Dave
Ordering today, gotta say I always feel better about people and life in general when I watch one of your videos.
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice, encouraging comment, my friend! I really appreciate that! Have you received your Camp Carver yet? How are you liking it? What were your initial impressions? Is it living up to your expectations? Be sure to keep me posted! -Dave
Thanks for the video Dave. I preordered one of these and I hope I get it very soon. Your videos are a great help by seeing you use these items. They almost always clinch the deal on getting the item of interest. Council tool should be thankful.
That is great to hear that you ordered one, my friend! Did you receive it yet? Where did you order from, if you don't mind me asking? I really appreciate the very kind words and it's been great to have your support over the past year. Happy New Year! -Dave
@@HighCarbonSteelLove Yes I received it and it's great. I ordered one from Whisky River Art and Trading and one from Fiddleback Outdoors. Got 2 of them! Keep up the great work appreciate what you do. ruclips.net/video/blZuVObCNOc/видео.html
My latest vid.
Hello Dave! That little beauty ticks off all the boxes for a carving axe or a small camp axe. Nice job showing it off my friend! Wade
Great to hear from you, Wade! Thank you for taking the time to stop by, my friend! Yes, this axe definitely meets a lot of needs for a small camp/carving axe! Happy New Year to you and your family and I hope to talk with you again soon, brother! -Dave
Thanks for the great video. Your a trusted source on axes!
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice comment, Jordan! -Dave
I take it they either drop forged or hot pressed, then ground it to shape the steel looks beautiful.
Just when I think I'm good with my gear you post another great piece
Thanks Dave helping my spend my paycheck
Great video, glad to see you again
Haha..I know what it's like my friend, when you are happy about new gear but the paycheck takes a hit! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, my friend! You support is greatly appreciated! -Dave
Looks a beauty ! love the hardened and pronounced poll, a great addition to a superb tool. Thanks again for sharing Dave. All the best from Scotland. Garry
The beautiful, hardened, pronounced poll is definitely something I miss when I carry the CT double bit saddle axe. Something very satisfying about having an extra tool on your axe. Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, Garry! -Dave
I was looking at this axe yesterday.Great to see another one of your videos Dave. Well done my friend. Looks like a great wood carving / camp axe. I may have to purchase this one to add to my collection. Great review and always a pleasure to watch. Take care Dave.
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice comment, Jeff! This axe would fit in really well with your collection! Always a pleasure to hear from you, my friend! -Dave
Oh my goodness I love it. I have been wanting one of these for a while, they are just so expensive in Canada. This is a perfect size for the kind of chopping I do. I often use a saw for falling trees over 6 inches. It is just less work. If I am able to get my hands on one of those there is a video I want to shoot. Just to make some saw vs axe myths go away. Awesome demo Dave I am looking forward to seeing this little beauty in use some more videos. Just for the record you have to be the best at delivering experienced based information on an item. A lot of reviewers come off as salesmen not as outdoors men talking about the proper use of a tool. You nail it all the time. 👍👍🇨🇦
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, my friend! I really appreciate the kind words! I would love to see you make the saw vs axe myth video! Keep me posted, my friend, and happy New Year to you and your family! -Dave
@@HighCarbonSteelLove you too my friend. All the best to you and your family.
You demonstrated many uses of a fantastic axe. None of the axes I have have a 90 degree spine. Something I really never considered until now.
Thank you for the kind, encouraging words, my friend! Always great to hear from you! The 90 degree spines on Council Tool's woodcraft line of axes really come in handy! Any vacations coming up? -Dave
Great little axe there Brother! That thing looks like a very useful tool. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you, brother! So far, it has been a very useful tool! Thank you for all of your kind words and support over the past year, my friend! -Dave
Good to see you again Dave. Very fine axe right there.
Good to hear from you, John! So far, its been an excellent little axe! Thank you for watching and happy new year to you and your family, my friend! -Dave
Love your videos Dave
I'm hooked on "Council Tool products!!
Thank you so much
Great seeing you my brother! That’s a really nice axe! Ya gotta love Council Tool! 💪🏼
Great to hear from you, Timothy! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by, my friend! Yes, there is definitely a lot to love about Council Tool! -Dave
Wow, that looks cool and powerful. Nice to see you out there again, with much snow now. :)
Great to hear from you, Federico! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your nice comment! Yes, we now have a lot of snow! -Dave
Ugh, I just acquired two axes for possible winter camping excursions... you're killing me! That hammer pall and the radiused heel/beard just beckon to me.
Thanks for sharing!
Haha..I know what it's like but you can never really have too many axes, can you? The 2 features you described are amazing! -Dave
Hello Dave ! A+ Video ! That Tool looks VERY VERSATILE... Not too big, so easy to pack in the woods. Yet, big enough to get the job done. Take Care, Clark
Very nice to hear from you, Clark! Thank you for the very kind, encouraging words. You are exactly right, easy to pack, yet big enough to get the job done! Well said, my friend. -Dave
Hello Dave, nice review of a cool axe ,looks very versatile. Thanks. Take care , Atb Darren.
Hello Darren! Nice to hear from you, my friend! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your nice comment! You take care, too, Darren! -Dave
I have both those axes and Wisemen trading is my go to place for tools and advise.
What do you think about this axe vs the wood craft pack axe? Trying to choose between the two and need guidance from someone who’s had both. Does the wood craft pack axe feel too heavy for carving with the extra head weight in comparison to the camp carver?
Good product good review . Every body must have atleast 1 axe in House / bag/ car
Thank you for the kind words, my friend! You are exactly right, an axe is a vital tool to have around! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by! -Dave
Cool little Axe. Thanks for sharing Dave.
You are exactly right, my friend! Thank you for taking the time to stop by! -Dave
Dave, good to see you again!
Looking forward to some winter adventures!
The axe looks like a winner!
Thanks for sharing!
Nice to hear from you, my friend! So far, this axe has been excellent! Thank you for all of your support and kind words over the past year and I wish you and your family a very happy new year! -Dave
Great to see you brother and a great new axe, hope all is good your side of the pond, take care my friend. Dave UK
Great to hear from you, Dave! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice comment! I appreciate all of your support over the past year and wish you and your family a very Happy New Year! -Dave
Lost you for awhile, then saw your video review of an axe. Looks like it’s been 2 years since you’ve posted anything on RUclips. Hope all is ok and just life changes are reason. If your on different platforms, please let me know. Cheers
That is a beautiful Axe I was just talking with Bushcraft Dave about that beautiful axe he showed me a it 👍hope he gets one
Thank you for taking the time to stop by, my friend! This axe really performs well and is aesthetically pleasing, too! -Dave
Good to see you posting videos brother!
Great to hear from you, my friend! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment! -Dave
Fantastic review. Thank you.
That axe is a beauty!
Thank you, my friend! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by! This axe is very aesthetically pleasing, indeed! -Dave
Looks like a nice little hatchet
Great to see a new video from you Dave, thanks for sharing it.
Great to hear from you, Bill! Thank you for taking the time to stop by and leave your nice, encouraging comment, my friend! -Dave
Long time! And coincidentally, here you are reviewing my next axe purchase! Awesome, Dave!
Yes, long time, my friend! Great to hear from you, Dave and keep me posted on your purchase of this axe! You are going to love it! -Dave
Looks like a grt tool. Thanks for a grt video. It's good to see you
So far, its been an excellent tool, Robert! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your nice comment! Always great to hear form you, my friend! -Dave
Great looking axe thank you for sharing this. New addition to the old wishlist.
Thank you for watching, my friend! Your wishlist is an excellent place for this axe, as you would love it! -Dave
Nice stuff. Could be a Gransfors killer.
Thank you for watching, Tom! It's definitely an excellent little axe! -Dave
so glad you are back! great review!
So glad you took the time to stop by, Landon! I really appreciate the kind words, my friend! -Dave
Gosh I love the shape of that axe.
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, my friend! Great to hear from you! -Dave
Welcome back. That's a nice axe.
Thank you for watching, Nathan! Always great to hear from you, my friend, and I wish you and your family a very Happy New Year! -Dave
Good to see you Dave! I myself do not carry an axe, but really need to..but sadly I know very little about a good axe. Thanks for the review and a bit of info on this axe. I like that they are resonable priced..and Made in the USA!! Take Care, Lee
Great to hear from you, Lee! Thank you for taking the time to stop by and leave your awesome comment, my good friend! I hope you New Year is going well and please say 'HI' to the boys for me! -Dave
Fantastic axe and a funtastic reviewer.
Thank you for the kind words, my friend! Yes, this is an excellent axe! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by! -Dave
I will.be picking this bad boy up after Christmas thanks for the awesome review.
Thats great, Stephen! Did you get one? If so, how are you liking it? Keep me posted, my friend and thank you for watching! -Dave
Great to see another video from you my friend! I've been waiting for this one, I really like this axe. Thank you for the informative review Dave.
Great to hear from you, Rick! So far, this axe has been excellent, my friend! I would like to thank you for your support and kind words over the past year and wish you and your family a very happy New Year! -Dave
@@HighCarbonSteelLove thank you Dave, and a Happy New Year to you and your family.
Excellent Presentation! 👍
Thank you for the kind words, my friend! I appreciate you stopping by! -Dave
Excellent Dave. I'm just getting into axes. You're very easy listen to. My next step is fully comparing the Gransfors Small Forest Axe with this one. ANY THOUGHTS? Darren.
Thanks for sharing Dave
Thank you for watching, Ethan! I appreciate you stopping by, brother! -Dave
Beautiful tool!
Thank you for watching, Gary! I appreciate you stopping by, my friend! -Dave
Great review and video Dave. Man that is an awesome axe. It looks really looks like a winner. Have a great day my friend. Thanks Tennessee
I have purchased the Fiskers splitter, Estwing 14" leather handled hatchet, and 16" nylon handled camp hatchet since I had said I was going to buy the Husqvarna hatchet, because home depot had a sale, $31, 28$ and chg, and $31 respectively. Now I plan to buy this super cool awesome hatchet instead of the Husky. Thanks my good friend for the awesome review on this awesome cool hatchet.much appreciated my good friend. How are things in NYS? Have a great week brother. Thanks Tennessee
Nice to hear from you, Jeff! I really appreciate that kind words, my friend! Yes, so far this has been an awesome axe! You have a great day, too, and Happy New Year to you and your family! -Dave
Things are going well in NYS, Jeff, thanks for asking. How about things in Tennessee? There is nothing wrong with those axes you purchased. I love my Fiskars splitter and have used an Estwing many times and they are very fun to use! You have a great week, too, brother! -Dave
Hi Dave, you did a review of the Velvicut Hudson Bay Belt axe, & now this Camp Carver.
My question is if you had to pick which one are you going with????
I am torn!
Looks like a fun little axe!!!
Definitely! It's an excellent axe, so far, my friend! Thank you for watching! -Dave
Thanks Dave! I don’t have anything from council tools but this looks like a good place to start. Nice axe
Council Tool is an excellent company and you would love their tools! This axe is definitely a good place to start, my friend! Thank you for watching! -Dave
Love your channel. Thanks again
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your kind words, my friend! Love having you here! -Dave
Beautiful Dave...I need one of that brother...absolutely perfect.
Thank you, Joel! It's great to hear from you and you would absolutely love this axe! -Dave
@@HighCarbonSteelLove you betcha
Nice one! Looking forward to seeing more of it! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you, my friend! I appreciate you stopping by, my friend! -Dave
Looks like a great addition to the Council tool family ! ...I am on the fence at this time between the council tool pack axe and the Gransfors 25" forest axe...Maybe you can offer some pro's and cons to help me with my decision !
Kijika Life I would go with the council. I bought GBA recently and it came poorly forged and hung very improperly. I had e-mailed them and they didn’t get back to me to now I have to modify it to make it a functional tool.
@MountainRecluse Thanks so much for the advice ! I also have the SFA and love the feel for summer and or smaller tasks.
As with you here in Eastern Canada we get long and cold winters which sometimes means processing a little larger size wood so the added length would give me a little more swing power, once again thanks
MountainRecluse canadian outdoor equipment I chose to order from them because a lot of other people have had great luck with them but I’m not sure why mine was wonky but the steel is good quality holds an edge pretty good gets scary sharp. Its the outdoor axe and it was nice but the reason I had bought it was because it was supposed to be a bit more of a splitter than the wildlife hatchet but it came way thinner on the cheeks than what I had seen on video reviews and images and I’m a young lad about to turn 16 and dang for me making $180 takes a while but I’m gonna mod it and make it even better than a stock GBA and stick with council tool for my axes. I had emailed Craig 🐔 and he got back to me in a half an hour so that has doubled my respect for him and the company. Im glad to hear your GBA turned out tho.
Perhaps just the regular Council tool boys axe? It comes in 1060 Steel which can throw a spark with a piece of flint. Or step it up a notch and get the velvicut boys axe. There is also some excellent vintage axes for sale as well.
Thank you for watching! I cannot speak for the GB axe, as I have never used one, however, I can say that the Woodcraft Pack Axe is an absolute beauty in every way. Keep me posted, my friend! -Dave
I need to get my hands on one of those camp axes for this summer for when I go camping.
You would absolutely love this axe and it will be perfect for your camp tasks! Thank you for taking the time to stop by and keep me posted, my friend! -Dave
Glad to enjoy another great review. I have the CT saddle axe. Interesting smaller axe design for my pack... thanks.
Thank you for the kind words, William! I love the CT saddle axe! I like that this axe has the hardened poll that our Saddle axe doesn't have for hammering. -Dave
Thanks for sharing. I love my CT Woodcraft pack Axe 19”.
Thank you for taking the time to stop by! There is definitely a lot to love about the CT Woodcraft Pack axes! -Dave
Good looking axe. Excellent tool for wood carving. Outstanding review Dave
Thank you for the kind words, Justin! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by and I wish you and your family a very happy new year, my friend! -Dave
Another great review. I wish Council Tool would make a smaller lighter version of this axe like an 11-13" hatchet.
Thank you for the kind words, my friend! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by! A smaller, lighter version would be interesting, for sure! I have this CT camp hatchet for smaller jobs - www.amazon.com/Council-Tool-125hu-Camp-Axe/dp/B000IJRJ2U - however, it's no longer available. -Dave
Another excellent vid. Merry Christmas
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice comment, my friend! I hope your Christmas was good and I wish you and your family a very happy new year! -Dave
seems like a great alternitive to a gb with really no drawbacks, in fact id say it looks like a better axe for less money
Hello from Pittsburgh, PA. I love your channel and your videos. I was glad to see that you obtained the Woodcraft Camp Carver, because I got the 24" Woodcraft Pack Axe based off of your love for it. Now that you have both, which axe do you find yourself carrying with you most on your adventures into the wilderness? Do you find the Camp Carver to be more practical for more all around camp tasks (with the exception of splitting larger logs)? If you could only have one which one would you keep? Thank you
Finally another video. Love the new axe.
Thank you for watching, eric! So far, it's been an excellent axe! -Dave
Awesome Review! Looks like a great piece of kit! Thanks for sharing and stay blessed!
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, my friend! It's great to hear from you and I wish you and your family a happy new year! -Dave
Nice pne!, again, love the passion you put on your videos
Cheers from Sweden
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice, encouraging comment, my friend! It's always great to hear from you, Isaac, and thank you for the cheers from Sweden! -Dave
Really nice. I would like one. I was not able to click below your video and get any details though
Great to hear from you, John! Sorry about that, my friend...here you go - counciltool.com/shop/wood-craft/2-wood-craft-camp-carver-16-curved-handle-mask/. -Dave
Simple and to the point .
Thank you sir.
Looks like a great piece of gear.
Thanks for sharing. ATB Robert
So far, its been excellent, Robert! Thank you for taking the time to stop by and I wish you and your family a very Happy New Year! -Dave
Still trying to decide between this axe and the Gransfor bruks wildlife hatchet. Thanks for the review Dave and Merry Christmas!!
I hope you had a great Christmas and I also hope your New Year is going well, my friend! I think you would absolutely love this axe! I've never used a GB but I would always go with the USA made, customer-friendly Council Tool! -Dave
@@HighCarbonSteelLove good point! Merica! Lol. Bless you sir!
Lovely looking axe for sure
Nice to hear from you, my friend! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by and I wish you and your family a very happy new year! -Dave
Very nice. Thanks. 👍🏻
Thank you for taking the time to stop by, Lou! I appreciate the kind words, my friend! -Dave
Would love to buy one, but they don’t sell them online... and I’m not driving 3.5 hrs to a dealer that may or may not have one in stock... are you listening CT?
Wow. I'm definitely tempted to get that axe. Great video.
You would absolutely love this axe, Jade! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, my friend! Great to hear from you! -Dave
Hi Dave good to see you brother its been a while. That's a nice little axe
Hey, brother, great to hear from you! Definitely been a while! Congratulations on the new job and I appreciate you taking the time to stop by, my friend! -Dave
Very nice
Thank you for watching and leaving your kind words, tim! I really appreciate that! -Dave
Another awesome review!!
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your very nice comment, my friend! Happy New Year! -Dave
@@HighCarbonSteelLove your welcome, happy new year 👍
Hey hey There's that guy lol how have you been my friend great to see you Thank for the video looks like a fantastic axe 😃😃😃😃gonna look it up thanks Dave and take care 😋😋😋
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, my friend! You know that it's always great to hear from you! You would love this axe! -Dave
@@HighCarbonSteelLove im afraid i do lol🤣
? They made it with a 22 inch handle now. Were that a curved handle instead aswelle (as the Pack 19 and 24 models) I'd decide for it right away. Why on earth did they do it with a strait handle - to not loose the marked of the CT Pack axe 21: ?
Please someone (and more) to convince me a strait handle makes more sens)
Those axes are gorgeous. 5160 steel sounds interesting on an axe. If it works on a knife why not an axe. Take care & keep enjoying the great out of doors Dave.
Nice to hear from you, Marco! Council Tool uses 5160 on all their premium axes and it's an excellent steel! You take care, too, my friend and I look forward to talking with you again soon! Hope the puppy is doing well! -Dave
Where did this guy go?
Man that is an awesome axe!! Good video as always buddy.
Thank you for the kind words, my friend! I think you would absolutely love this axe! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by and I wish you and your family a very happy new year! -Dave
I forgot to mention that my original Boy Scout axe was made by Plumb. Although I have a pretty large collection of old Boy Scout axes from a couple of other manufacturers, as well as several other Plumb axes, my original one was ideal for me. None of the others in my collection even come close to the original.
I can image that your Plumb is excellent! Thank you for taking the time to stop by, William! -Dave
Thanks for the video Dave. I bought that bigger one you have there and I was under the impression there was a smaller one (shorter handle) with the exact same head. Just in the past couple days I started seeing videos of this "Camp Carver". Is this the same axe that came out alongside the larger one?
Thank you for taking the time to watch, Michael! Great question. This Camp Carver is not the smaller version of the Woodcraft Pack Axe. The Woodcraft Pack Axe comes in a 24" (the one you and I have) and also a 19" handle. The Woodcraft Camp Carver is the newest edition to the Woodcraft line of axes and is a "little sibling" of either the Woodcraft Pack Axe 19" or 24". Similar, but different than our Woodcraft Pack axe. Hope this help, my friend! Happy New Year! -Dave
So like I can get it for near the cost of a Swedish axe?
I went to the web site you provided and cannot seem to find this particular axe.
Sorry about that, my friend....here you go - counciltool.com/shop/wood-craft/2-wood-craft-camp-carver-16-curved-handle-mask/. Thank you for taking the time to stop by! -Dave
Thankyou very much.
Nice looking🙂 what ever happened to the kamrat?
Hey Joe! Thank you for watching, my friend! Still using the Kamrat, it just hasn't gotten a lot of camera time lately..haha! Happy New Year to you and your family! -Dave
Hey Dave! Great video! I thought I was good with the council tool Woodcraft pack axe... till now.
Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your nice comment, my friend! Haha..I thought the exact same thing! -Dave
@@HighCarbonSteelLove you're welcome! I appreciate the content brother! Be well!
Is there gonna be 21 inch handle one? If not will this head fit on the 24 inch woodcraft axe handle??
If I were to guess, I think the probability is pretty high on a longer handled version being in the works! -Dave
Sir, you are a lover of small blades so the use of Axes should be one of demands. In Japan, we are not free to cut down any trees unless we have an ownership of lands but you may not have such a rule. Therefore, the usage of Axes will greatly help you to stay in the wood land during this season.
Thank you for watching and leaving your excellent comment! Here in New York State, we are not under the same rule, depending on the area and you are exactly right about the axe, my friend! -Dave
Hey Dave. The new camp carver looks awesome. The hammer poll completes the usefulness indeed.
What do you use to sharpen your axes in the field ?
Sharpening pucks, long stones, rods, files, etc ??
Can't wait to see this little axe in action soon.
Thank you for watching, Brian! Nice to hear from you, my friend! Yes, the hammer poll is awesome! In the field, I have a WorkSharp Field Sharpener, a Lanky puck and a small leather strop. I also always have a ceramic rod in my kit. Great question! -Dave
Is it weird that I wish they would offer this head on 19 or 23” handle?
I would love if this head came on a 26 inch.. dang that would be killer
Now I just have to find one in stock
They are definitely getting tough to find them in stock, as it's an excellent axe. Just keep an eye here - counciltool.com/dealer-retailer-locator/ - and you'll find several retailers stocking up soon! Thank you for watching! -Dave
how do you condition or rust resistant your steel?
I will simply rub some Fixn' Wax on the head. It has always worked for me. Thank you for watching, Marcos! Great question! -Dave