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  • @wranglerstar
    @wranglerstar  2 года назад +703

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    • @reaperhunter7297
      @reaperhunter7297 2 года назад +11

      Thank you for the links good sir 🙂 also are you serious about the survival review? Also may look into getting one of those file cards that would be alot easier than beating them on a board lol

    • @aceggkspade958
      @aceggkspade958 2 года назад +3

      Thanks for the video. I bought one nice ax and one cheaper one at Home Depot and I never use it because of the slippery handle and to wide of an edge for the ax. This was super helpful because I never thought of doing this to get my cheap ax like my German one. But I got myself a project for Sunday. Thanks for the helpful tips. Love videos like this. And as always keeping you guys in our prayers.
      One last thing, could you tell us what lake that was you went fishing at. My parents live near “Adam and helens” too and love to fish and when they saw that they really wanted to know where it was. It looked beautiful and great for fishing. Thanks Cody

    • @randholt11
      @randholt11 2 года назад +1

      Thx. Great axe vid

    • @arnonym739
      @arnonym739 2 года назад +5

      I love the Harborstar channel! Reminds me of those Homeshopping TV channels of the past ....

    • @TheRichie319
      @TheRichie319 2 года назад +1

      Thanks for the great videos, where did you pick up your vice pads ?

  • @bogsterz
    @bogsterz 2 года назад +6757

    I don't know why youtube recommended this to me, but I watched the whole thing.

    • @overland_panda
      @overland_panda 2 года назад +156

      Lol same here. No clue but damned if I didn’t watch it all and I’ll be heading to the hardware store tomorrow

    • @twhite1660
      @twhite1660 2 года назад +28

      I was hooked!

    • @Trebuchet48
      @Trebuchet48 2 года назад +25

      I don't either. And I didn't. Do they grow "hickory" in China?

    • @luisflores6641
      @luisflores6641 2 года назад +22

      I guess youtube knows what i really want to watch

    • @WiseSnake
      @WiseSnake 2 года назад +14

      @@Trebuchet48 There is at least one native hickory species in China.

  • @redactedCowboys
    @redactedCowboys Год назад +296

    I know I’m late to this. But ran to harbor freight I guess they must have watched this video. My local harbor freight had the raw wood for the handle. No stickers. A more tapered profile and the back is flat. Now it’s $14. But honestly impressed that the company had gone out of their way for the consumer! Thanks for the video love your work!

    • @Lucas_Jeffrey
      @Lucas_Jeffrey 11 месяцев назад +10

      no way xD good on them

    • @Unknown-pc9yq
      @Unknown-pc9yq 11 месяцев назад +3

      I haven't seen one of these axes in a long time.

    • @scottbowen6514
      @scottbowen6514 11 месяцев назад +10

      $14???? The dirty bastages. I'll be looking tomorrow.

    • @Unknown-pc9yq
      @Unknown-pc9yq 11 месяцев назад +9

      @@scottbowen6514 use the 20% off coupon for father's day this weekend!! Still a great value. I just got one.

    • @eggbenedict-gt7mw
      @eggbenedict-gt7mw 10 месяцев назад

      ​@@Unknown-pc9yqbuy Stanley axe for just $5 with steel handle and rubber grip

  • @johnpeterson2987
    @johnpeterson2987 6 месяцев назад +9

    I repaired a hatchet i got 20 years ago based on one of your videos. Very happy with it.

  • @Mihogan
    @Mihogan Год назад +19

    I've owned this axe for 16 years. It was my only hatchet growing up as a kid for camping and fires. When I bought my home 3 years ago I obviously upgraded to other hatchets and axes. Unfortunately 2 years ago my buddy broke the handle on this thing but I put a fresh one on and the head still lives on!

  • @mrkarma4209
    @mrkarma4209 2 года назад +756

    As a young hispanic male that grew up in the dangers of Chicago without a strong father figure in my life i really appreciate all the knowledge and wisdom you've shared with us throughout the years i personally have learned so much just watching your videos thank you

    • @charliesmith643
      @charliesmith643 2 года назад +32

      Essential Craftsman is another good one.

    • @timdixon3391
      @timdixon3391 2 года назад +23

      Glad you made it, my friend. That place is a warzone

    • @cinnamonbun9690
      @cinnamonbun9690 2 года назад +8

      That’s awesome man

    • @jdsrcs8061
      @jdsrcs8061 2 года назад +12

      Good for you brother!!! 👍👍👍

    • @joebonomono5078
      @joebonomono5078 2 года назад +18

      Knowing what you know about yourself it's important to recognize that you have it within yourself to become a leader and show others the way like Cody has. If you've never considered it you might think about the military, it gives you skills, family, and money. The military is full of young people who got dumped on by life starting out and have since joined and found each other and now share a brotherhood that lasts until they die. Just a thought. If you think Cody is putting you in good path, the military can take you further. Also, years ago Cody put out a video on advice for young people, if you haven't seen it you need to.

  • @neeznthbreez6414
    @neeznthbreez6414 2 года назад +923

    I just picked one up today. I commented to the guy at checkout that I was glad they finally had a few on the shelf (I checked earlier this week and a few other places). He said, “ya a guy on RUclips just posted a video about it and they’ve been flying off the shelves”. To which I replied “yep that’s why I’m here”

  • @stephenday481
    @stephenday481 Год назад +73

    Years ago, I put myself thru college hanging sheet rock. The first think I learned was using stripper to take off the finish on drywall hammers. It only took minutes and is better than scraping I do enjoy these videos.

    • @MartinMMeiss-mj6li
      @MartinMMeiss-mj6li Год назад +1

      Right. The residue left by the original varnish after chemical stripping is actually a pretty decent finish.

    • @Uncephalized
      @Uncephalized 11 месяцев назад +1

      I prefer scraping, less mess.

  • @roseymalino9855
    @roseymalino9855 Год назад +10

    Good move treating that handle with Linseed. Filing that edge improves chopping and dicing but degrades its use splitting. It will be more inclined to pierce the wood and stick. For splitting, it's best for the wood to pop or explode from the strike and when it doesn't you don't want the head to stick or jam.

  • @ja17_101
    @ja17_101 2 года назад +820

    Just wanted to add a warning about those linseed oil rags: DO NOT crumple them up and throw away, oily rags can spontaneously combust. Many house fires start this way. I believe you can put them in a metal coffee can, fill with water, seal, and throw away. Or lay them out flat and let them “dry”.

    • @VoidySan
      @VoidySan Год назад +23

      Spontaneously combust?!? Is that just from being left in the sun or warm air?

    • @waltyc.8577
      @waltyc.8577 Год назад +113

      It's true. Search for linseed oil spontaneous combustion and you'll find several videos on RUclips. I lost a job once cause my boss burned down the building this way.

    • @313soldier313
      @313soldier313 Год назад +53

      @@VoidySan it’s from the fumes becoming concentrated in the air, in a small or enclosed space. It’s not spontaneous in the manner that you’re thinking, but those fumes will start to generate enough heat that even the smallest spark will set them off.

    • @givemeanameman1
      @givemeanameman1 Год назад +16

      Linseed oil rags can spontaneously combust, not all oil, running the used rag in water so its wet, is enough to stop it.

    • @ryanokeefe12
      @ryanokeefe12 Год назад +28

      Add hay to the spontaneous combustion list.. whats more weird is that hay is more likely to combust when it's wet.

  • @averywagner337
    @averywagner337 2 года назад +492

    Growing up in a single parent household.
    The life lesson’s I’ve learned from this channel are invaluable.

    • @jourdan4293
      @jourdan4293 2 года назад +11

      I second this.

    • @jackgallagher9561
      @jackgallagher9561 2 года назад +7

      I third this

    • @tomits9696
      @tomits9696 2 года назад +13

      I fourth this. He’s like the father figure that a lot of us never had

    • @jameslund221
      @jameslund221 2 года назад +5

      I ate this. lol 😂

    • @LifesGuardian
      @LifesGuardian 2 года назад +13

      Not even kidding.
      I wish I'd found this channel sooner. I don't remember much about my dad. I do know that my mom was right to leave. I know she did her best, however, there are a ton of things a boy needs to learn that moms just don't understand.
      I was bullied relentlessly as a kid and adolescent. My mom wondered why. You're bigger than those other boys. They should be scared of you. Well, I've done some thinking. It was because I was bigger than them, and because I wouldn't fight back. If I'd have thrown one good punch and took the punishment (from their friends and suspension from school for a day or two) I would've sent a message. I don't want to hurt you, but I will if you force me to. That last part never happened. It just never occurred to me. Outlast them, then the teachers would stop them and punish them. That's their job, right? Right...? Guess not.
      Luckily, military life and fatherhood brought it out somewhat. So, while I don't want to engage, I will now if forced. That was a hard lesson to learn on my own though.
      That and locking washers. That's a brilliant idea. How many of those did I just throw away... lol
      Wow, I thought I was gonna say something funny about throwing axes or something... kinda went another way. Sorry 'bout that.

  • @flexintexan9159
    @flexintexan9159 11 месяцев назад +14

    2 years later and were still learning from this guy!
    Gods work!

  • @krishaddock9911
    @krishaddock9911 11 месяцев назад +4

    Man this is so awesome my grandfather was a logger and it's really nice to see somebody actually know how to take care of their tools

  • @TheStp77
    @TheStp77 2 года назад +413

    63k thumbs up, never mind the backwoods you’re gonna have to spend a week in the jungle with that thing😂

    • @McCAlexander
      @McCAlexander 2 года назад +7

      Still growing. Looks like its gonna be a fortnight!

    • @MelancholyMadoka
      @MelancholyMadoka 2 года назад +3

      A day after this comment and it's already at 76k

    • @THPOOKY
      @THPOOKY 2 года назад +3

      UpTo 76K now lol, he's gonna have to test this on the moon.

    • @michaelbowers1902
      @michaelbowers1902 2 года назад +2

      80k now

    • @cameronnorris5104
      @cameronnorris5104 2 года назад +1

      Hahaha

  • @darkestbeforedawn8130
    @darkestbeforedawn8130 Год назад +127

    This man is such a good teacher, he says things but then tells you the 'why' behind it. Perfect pace for his videos too, for me anyway... Busy world out there and it's nice to see a guy take his time.

  • @scotttucker5331
    @scotttucker5331 6 месяцев назад +1

    I actually went to Harbor freight and bought this ax 2 days ago. I'm excited to try it.

  • @mikeregimenti4438
    @mikeregimenti4438 Год назад +1

    I bought one of these for my younger son and did all the fixes you did. I did thin & smooth the whole blade. It sharpens easily & really is a great tool. Great videos!

  • @kenkjer
    @kenkjer 2 года назад +90

    I am impressed not only by the hatchet but by your knowledge. I am 78 years old and grew up on a large beef farm. We heated with wood until the early 60's. I cut more wood and kindling than I care to remember. Most people today go to a hardware store and buy an axe or a hatchet and that is it. You did an excellent job of getting a new hatchet into shape. I realize the time frame involved in your video, but I am sure you will put the final touches on the toe, bit and heel. The cheek could be narrower, but it is a hatchet and just used for splitting or small cutting. Also refinishing the handle is an excellent idea.

  • @JakeStuckAtHome
    @JakeStuckAtHome 2 года назад +543

    As someone who never had a father figure to teach me stuff like this growing up, your videos have taught me so much over the last couple years. In a way you've somewhat made me the man I am today. To that I say thank you.

    • @12centuries
      @12centuries 2 года назад +8

      Was thinking the same thing.

    • @SoulFighter27
      @SoulFighter27 2 года назад +6

      that made me happy

    • @stephennixon4501
      @stephennixon4501 2 года назад +3

      Jake that’s how much he cares he’s not even replied to you…

    • @JakeStuckAtHome
      @JakeStuckAtHome 2 года назад +22

      @@stephennixon4501 It's an 8 month old video. I wouldn't expect him to regardless lol

    • @davidgreen5099
      @davidgreen5099 2 года назад +3

      You're not alone. 🙂

  • @otosere2857
    @otosere2857 Год назад +16

    This guy rocks. I see a lot of uneducated people calling him crazy and such. He is more awake than all of us. Keep up the great content, sir!!

  • @abrahamtaylor7627
    @abrahamtaylor7627 7 месяцев назад +2

    As a young man living in the PNW, I really appreciate the quality you put into these videos. Been watching for a long time and still haven’t seen a video I didn’t learn a valuable skill or lesson from. Not to mention the videos just make a man feel at home.

  • @EstosWebos
    @EstosWebos 2 года назад +497

    This guy could talk a cat off a fish wagon. Heading to the freight today.

    • @TheCrittercam001
      @TheCrittercam001 2 года назад +5

      lol...

    • @IndieGamerMonkey
      @IndieGamerMonkey 2 года назад +30

      i don't even need a hand axe and I'm going to buy one.

    • @Beofware
      @Beofware 2 года назад +3

      Ah the ole' fish wagon.

    • @larrypatterson2340
      @larrypatterson2340 2 года назад +3

      I think he's just factual not necessarily a good salesperson but I don't know each person each to his own

    • @lonewretch
      @lonewretch 2 года назад

      @@IndieGamerMonkey for 8*CaChing*12 dollars?

  • @joshdelay5856
    @joshdelay5856 2 года назад +145

    Forget a survival video. I want an incognito video of Wranglerstar walking the isles of a Harbor Freight!

  • @justinstrand1832
    @justinstrand1832 7 месяцев назад

    Great Grabbing a few for the Family

  • @williamfry6087
    @williamfry6087 Год назад +2

    My wife bought some old Chicago Cutlery wood handle knives at the thrift store. Those are now my woodworking knives. Scraping, smoothing, finishing. Thanks for the Axe craft.

  • @DEFkon001
    @DEFkon001 2 года назад +256

    There's something mesmerizing about watching a tool get upgraded.

  • @nicholasricardo8443
    @nicholasricardo8443 2 года назад +41

    Hey Cody I am writing this to let you know that I pay attention to your videos. I am seventeen years old, and am going up to Minnesota in two days to spend the summer canoeing and in the waters of the great north woods. Your channel has given me so much inspiration to further pursue wilderness living skills, and to live cleanly in general. God bless you

    • @wranglerstar
      @wranglerstar  2 года назад +21

      I envy you, Nicholas, you have your whole life in front of you, make it count,

    • @allanfarr
      @allanfarr 2 года назад +2

      Bring mosquito repellent!

    • @jaredernst501
      @jaredernst501 2 года назад +1

      Good for you!! I'm 25 from Wisconsin. And I enjoy using man powered tools. Or anything vintage or antique for that matter. I don't find any relation to anyone in particular. People don't understand me. I tell people I do what feels right, money doesn't motivate me the motivate or reasons for doing something and it's purpose is my motivation. But I can't find anyone who relates but that don't cause me to change In order to have mutual friends or aquatence. Keep it how it should be my friend and don't feel pressure to "keep up with the times"

    • @mikemullen4172
      @mikemullen4172 2 года назад

      @@wranglerstar I promp0 999009m nmpi009ö

  • @Michael-ms2tg
    @Michael-ms2tg Год назад +2

    I enjoyed your comments about the Harbor Freight axe. Here is another great axe which I bought at Tractor Supply. Great hickory handle . The profile of the axe head is excellent.
    The edge angle is obtuse and dull. But I quickly fixed that. I think the price was around $25. A great bargain. The brand name of the axe is Groundwork.

  • @dancripe9224
    @dancripe9224 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge

  • @sassed12many
    @sassed12many 2 года назад +207

    I prefer the $12 hatchet to the $600 useless survival tools

    • @gorillaau
      @gorillaau 2 года назад +26

      There are plenty of suckers in the prepping community.

    • @canaan5337
      @canaan5337 2 года назад +6

      I actually have one of those hatchets.

    • @cocacolatgv
      @cocacolatgv 2 года назад +4

      @@canaan5337 is it reliable?

    • @canaan5337
      @canaan5337 2 года назад +13

      I have not used it much, it did ok when i did use it, but it could definitely benefit from the modifications he made in this video I plan on doing the same before trying it again.

    • @gregpearce
      @gregpearce 2 года назад +8

      @@cocacolatgv yes. It will not let you down if you properly use and maintain it. And Cody's modifications will take it from "good" to "excellent".

  • @MooseKabob
    @MooseKabob 2 года назад +1494

    I don’t think he wants likes I think he actually just wants an excuse to go out into the woods with an axe

    • @---cr8nw
      @---cr8nw 2 года назад +21

      Nope. He wants the likes. Getting a lot of likes increases the chances that the algorithm will show the video (and the channel) to new viewers on the home screen. More views and subscriptions means more money. This is his primary job.

    • @EdSileo
      @EdSileo 2 года назад +40

      @@---cr8nw But it's still a good excuse to camping!

    • @craiganderson3170
      @craiganderson3170 2 года назад +5

      Likes = $

    • @wobblysauce
      @wobblysauce 2 года назад +1

      A before and after would be nice... but we also know that doing that last step is the best thing for it.

    • @---cr8nw
      @---cr8nw 2 года назад +14

      @@ordinarypete Wranglerstar isn't a dummy. He knows that social media isn't a 30 year career. And it certainly doesn't offer health insurance or retirement benefits. He's stockpiling cash.

  • @dustinweaver3032
    @dustinweaver3032 11 месяцев назад +2

    I want to say I have watched this channel for years and in the last year I have realized this man is the heart of America 🇺🇸 I live in Florida and if wranglerstar is ever down my way I would be honored to by you a beer or cup of coffee. By the way I know this video is 2 years old. The un helmet video made you my favorite

  • @adamtrogden5844
    @adamtrogden5844 7 месяцев назад

    I follow you religiously!! Your winter car kit has saved me on multiple occasions here in northern Idaho

  • @shutupwesley7744
    @shutupwesley7744 2 года назад +230

    "There's only two things wrong with it"
    yeah the handle and the head lol

    • @fulsame1
      @fulsame1 2 года назад +37

      Considering you can spend 175 bucks on a plane that doesnt have a flat sole or a sharp blade, ill spend an hour or 2 to make a 12 dollar hatchet perform well.

    • @acbeaumo
      @acbeaumo 2 года назад +8

      @@fulsame1 If I'm going to spend the time flattening and sharpening a brand new plane, I'm going to buy a $30 plane, not a $175 one.

    • @gregjones3660
      @gregjones3660 2 года назад +10

      Isn't that what Timhouse commented?

    • @holben27
      @holben27 2 года назад +13

      @@acbeaumo bruh you just said what he said in a more complicated way

    • @sheeznutz2254
      @sheeznutz2254 2 года назад +2

      Lmao

  • @unchartedterritory3019
    @unchartedterritory3019 2 года назад +185

    Its good to see classic design being brought back. Design isn't just about aesthetics, it's about effectiveness

    • @KSHAWK
      @KSHAWK 2 года назад +4

      Aesthetics only matter in deceptive stuff but in tools looks are always second to functionality

    • @wehaveasaying
      @wehaveasaying Год назад +1

      @@KSHAWK Functionality is its own aesthetic.

  • @michaelpalermo6408
    @michaelpalermo6408 7 месяцев назад

    I did purchase one, I need to do that to it! Thanks! Love your Channel!

  • @buckwylde9567
    @buckwylde9567 Год назад +12

    I bought a small Collins axe and used your tips for sharpening and using the BLO. I put a stain on it as well and it looks amazing. Great for throwing too. Thank you!

    • @TimberMan1973
      @TimberMan1973 Год назад

      I was thinking this little axe would make a great thrower !

  • @logantarr1522
    @logantarr1522 2 года назад +29

    Watching Cody refinish axes were my favorite of his videos, I can really appreciate how he did this job with basic hand tools and a cheap axe.

  • @JohnDoe-id1ww
    @JohnDoe-id1ww 2 года назад +125

    I have that same vice. It was my grandfathers, then my dads. It was burnt in a house fire back in 2016 and I recovered it from the garage then restored it for my dad. My dad passed away last month and I just shipped the vice back home to me after the memorial. I love that bullet vice.

    • @4_Nik_8
      @4_Nik_8 2 года назад +10

      Sorry for your loss, hope he had a long and enjoyable life.

    • @dougdobbs
      @dougdobbs 2 года назад +8

      Those touch stones with our forebears hold a tremendous attachment, don't they. My sympathies on the loss of your dad, but what a wonderful memory you have for the future.

    • @JohnDoe-id1ww
      @JohnDoe-id1ww 2 года назад +4

      @@dougdobbs So well put Doug. Thanks.

    • @natepierce6642
      @natepierce6642 2 года назад +5

      I'm sorry for your loss. The sentimental value of the vice and the risk you took to recover it tells me alot about the respect and love you have for your father. I imagine he was a great man and a figure that many would've had the pleasure to look up to. Idk you but I'm here sincerely and thank you for sharing your memories of your father.

    • @zyanidwarfare5634
      @zyanidwarfare5634 2 года назад +3

      My tools don’t have as interesting a story but my grandpa was a carpenter and I inherited his entire garage full of tools, half of which are older than I am and some older than my parents even to the point I can’t find replacement parts for them so I just maintain the parts they have as much as I can

  • @Corbin_Krueger
    @Corbin_Krueger 5 месяцев назад +1

    I literally bought this yesterday still relevant

  • @OverlandOne
    @OverlandOne 2 года назад +28

    I have this exact hand axe. I took off the varnish and hit it with a little linseed oil and, you are right, this is a great tool. Very well made for the price. I sharpened it and it works very well.

  • @jonathanberrios3055
    @jonathanberrios3055 2 года назад +248

    Why was this recommended to me? 10/10 would watch again

    • @jefferybrown3845
      @jefferybrown3845 2 года назад +1

      Same bro

    • @iverstaylot00
      @iverstaylot00 2 года назад +1

      Same

    • @noober83
      @noober83 2 года назад +2

      Same. I guess it's because of all the forged in fire videos I've been watching?

    • @jwinn4886
      @jwinn4886 2 года назад +1

      Algorithms Bro. Powerful stuff.

    • @bagel9367
      @bagel9367 2 года назад +1

      same

  • @garyadlesperger1891
    @garyadlesperger1891 Год назад +6

    Excellent video. I'm an outdoor enthusiast and spend as much time as possible there. I attempt to invest in quality gear only but seek value also. Your video demonstrates that you can spend $15 and a little time and match (almost) the performance of a similar product costing $150. Thanks for the video, looking forward to viewing more.
    Prayers for you and your family.

  • @JohnJohnson-yc7wv
    @JohnJohnson-yc7wv Месяц назад

    Great work! God bless you and your family! 🙏🏻✝️. Love others!

  • @jcapdevila
    @jcapdevila 2 года назад +24

    I wasn't gonna comment but I really appreciate how you broke down all those steps simply and easily without making me feel a fool for not knowing this stuff. Thanks a lot, I enjoyed the video a bunch!

  • @shuntebikes
    @shuntebikes 2 года назад +216

    80k likes you have to go back and find wilson the volleyball using only this axe

  • @timothyhenderson2223
    @timothyhenderson2223 4 месяца назад

    You are a real one sir! Hope you and the family is doing wonderful!

  • @aaronkrycki9617
    @aaronkrycki9617 Год назад +1

    When I worked for the USFS in the early 90’s my ax had a raw handle. I loved that tool. Great vid

  • @jasonh1485
    @jasonh1485 2 года назад +101

    The old tip for treating fresh wood with linseed oil: treat once a day for a week, then once a week for a month and then once a month for a year. Your tool handles will then last a lifetime with annual applications.

    • @hawnsl100
      @hawnsl100 2 года назад +3

      Axe mods are so fun to watch.

    • @MOOBBreezy
      @MOOBBreezy 2 года назад +15

      Every second for a minute, every minute for an hour, every hour for a day...
      But seriously though, good advice 😅

    • @mrwdpkr5851
      @mrwdpkr5851 2 года назад +2

      i scraped/ sanded a sporterized 03A3 stock and did that . It looks great . I'm up to the once a month stage now .

    • @ckmoore101
      @ckmoore101 2 года назад +2

      Same as caring for a good end grain cutting board, oiling with mineral oil.

    • @FredMet001
      @FredMet001 2 года назад

      I used boiled linseed oil on a small Wetterlings axe hickory handle, but so long ago that I cannot even recall when. Is it OK to use more now, and just go by feeling to judge absorbing?

  • @willannakin2772
    @willannakin2772 2 года назад +38

    Amazing to see so many people saying they look to you like a father figure. You should be so proud that so many care for your lessons and obviously think you are a man to model them selves after. And I agree wholeheartedly. Thank you for all the content and hard work.
    Keep me and my family in your prayers and I will keep you and your in mine. Thanks again.

  • @kyleRS87
    @kyleRS87 3 месяца назад

    Just bought me today for my winter camping trip this weekend

  • @yams8905
    @yams8905 Год назад +1

    For some reason I have never thought about getting the varnish off the top of the axe handle. Thanks for that. Explains a lot actually.

  • @codybrooks8333
    @codybrooks8333 2 года назад +181

    Harbor freight will surprise even the toughest of skeptics once in a while

    • @michaelinhouston9086
      @michaelinhouston9086 2 года назад +8

      I bought a reciprocating saw there for approx $25 about 10 years ago - that darn thing is still working perfectly. I use it for an hour or so every couple of months. If it had only lasted a couple years I would have been happy with it.

    • @tankfu1
      @tankfu1 2 года назад +2

      Try that 3500w inverter generator. It's actually great.

    • @WheelsOTG
      @WheelsOTG 2 года назад +1

      Bought a damn lawn mower engine from them to put in a go kart. 10 years later it’s still kicking

    • @neoasura
      @neoasura 2 года назад +5

      They got good stuff if you do your homework. Most people who bash Harbor Freight are usually brand name snobs that follow every other Dewalt Lemming.

    • @codybrooks8333
      @codybrooks8333 2 года назад

      Im very much a harbor freight fan

  • @joshdennis8841
    @joshdennis8841 2 года назад +53

    Cody you are the whole reason I got into Axes. Absolutely addicted to them now.

    • @caedmonjones9982
      @caedmonjones9982 2 года назад

      Same here lol

    • @pieceofparadise9338
      @pieceofparadise9338 2 года назад

      Same here

    • @scottames2334
      @scottames2334 2 года назад

      I agree 100% with you on this. I have a cheap all steal coleman hatchet I bough years ago. Last week went out and bought some hand files and reshaped the head on it so I can use it to split small pieces of wood for my smoker. Already thinking about my next purchase of a hatchet/tomahawk style piece for camping. I cherish these videos and stories deeply.

    • @matthewsecrest9818
      @matthewsecrest9818 2 года назад

      @@scottames2334 a tomahawk is a weapon not a tool. good for killing and thats about it.

  • @tedmroyer
    @tedmroyer 2 месяца назад

    Thank you WS for all that you do for us.

  • @curtdavis4002
    @curtdavis4002 4 месяца назад

    Thanks for the tips.

  • @space_audits
    @space_audits 2 года назад +20

    I bought a 50 dollar fan from Harbor Freight a week or so ago and it's the best fan I've ever fan't.

  • @rafaelcosta6365
    @rafaelcosta6365 2 года назад +12

    I'm gonna be honest, I'm an European that will most likely never have to use any of these tools but I still absolutely love watching these videos. One of the most entertaining channels on RUclips. From your charisma, to the amazing camera work and great commentary, couldn't be better!

  • @ChingNorris
    @ChingNorris 8 месяцев назад

    Love your work my Goodman!

  • @mcpribs
    @mcpribs 8 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the great info and demonstration!

  • @danieldavis1352
    @danieldavis1352 2 года назад +16

    I'm purchasing my first axe but didn't know what was "quality" or what to look for. I'm so blessed to have found your channel. The time,patience, & pride you show in everything you do is a reflection of God's good nature in you.
    God bless you & your family WRANGLERSTAR

  • @eyebrows4
    @eyebrows4 2 года назад +222

    Looks like we're getting that "full-length" video.

    • @imgrindin
      @imgrindin 2 года назад +6

      Nope he said 10k comments too, sneaky sneaky.

    • @jasonswiatkowski9127
      @jasonswiatkowski9127 2 года назад +2

      3.75k comments in one day. It will be at 10k within a week!

    • @WayneBraack
      @WayneBraack 2 года назад

      Comment. Want that test video.

    • @Bludgy
      @Bludgy 2 года назад

      Hope so

  • @aretools
    @aretools Год назад +6

    I have many axes. Excellent video showing how to transform any axe into a favorite useable axe. Great tutorial for my kids to learn from.

  • @B1zzlesnaff
    @B1zzlesnaff Год назад +2

    Inflation got me! I bought mine today for $14.99 and they threw in a free Hook & Pick set. It feels very nice and I look forward to using it! It’s a lovely little axe. My coworker wants me to pick him up one too.

  • @johnrandall6524
    @johnrandall6524 2 года назад +320

    honestly idk why this guy gets so much hate for no reason. he has been consistently one of my favorite youtubers and i appreciate his content, its very relaxing.

    • @hunter027
      @hunter027 2 года назад +6

      Same here

    • @shanereynolds5971
      @shanereynolds5971 2 года назад +32

      Because envy is a real thing.

    • @noclass2gun342
      @noclass2gun342 2 года назад +51

      Honestly... can't stand him as person because for all his Christian values, he often says disparaging things about people from the east coast, which is about the least Christian thing a person can do. That makes him a hypocrite

    • @davidgagne4373
      @davidgagne4373 2 года назад +64

      There are groups of fanatics that exists that seek to undermine traditional family ideals, ethical values, our constitution, and religious freedom. For arguments sake we can say that those folks identify as "the left". It shakes them to their core to see someone work hard, treat people and their family well, and be generally successful.

    • @NeverMetTheGuy
      @NeverMetTheGuy 2 года назад +44

      You're not alone; he's a good man.
      The East Coast things are jokes though... Pretty sure people grasped that, but apparently it's missed. The East Coast is cooler anyhow, but he already knows that.

  • @redsideburnz
    @redsideburnz 2 года назад +26

    I’ve lived in the PNW for 26 years now. Had many tools rust over in the shed and my truck. Never heard of Ballistol. Thanks for the tip!

    • @saccaed
      @saccaed 2 года назад +1

      Works pretty well. Fluid film too.

    • @bigbore4498
      @bigbore4498 2 года назад +2

      Been using it on collectible firearms for YEARS. It has an odor some people find offensive and I don’t understand it. It’s a very mild odor. And I don’t find it offensive at all.

    • @dummgelauft
      @dummgelauft 2 года назад +2

      @@bigbore4498 these days people find cotton candy offensive.

    • @VeritasEtAequitas
      @VeritasEtAequitas 2 года назад +1

      Never? Buy some guns. Exercise your constitution.

    • @bigbore4498
      @bigbore4498 2 года назад +1

      @@dummgelauft that’s no joke.

  • @raddad701
    @raddad701 6 месяцев назад

    Enjoying you more and more, brother.

  • @sbontekoe
    @sbontekoe Год назад +1

    My 6 year old boy uses a spoke shave to peal varnish or bark off his projects. Works great and has a good angle of attack. Find them at antique stores often.

  • @Donnyf3841
    @Donnyf3841 2 года назад +66

    Hey Wranglerstar, I just did this. I made it for my dad for Father’s Day. It came out amazing. Thank you

  • @kentemple6498
    @kentemple6498 2 года назад +204

    I must say that after watching this, I thought, “Seems like a waste of time. Just go buy a good one for a few bucks more”. Then I looked up the cost of a Gransfors Bruks model 415. 😲 Over $150 anywhere. So now a bit of rethinking. This is a great video! The money spent and time put into this $12 hand axe was all well worth it. Think I’ll go get me one! 🤣

    • @motorb1tch
      @motorb1tch Год назад +8

      @@opinionsvary if steel rusts is not so much a question of quality. to make steel stainless, compromizes have to be made. just looking at the performance to hold an edge, its not the best.
      other then that you are of course correct. i too would doubt the quality of the steel.

    • @keithsimpson2150
      @keithsimpson2150 Год назад +3

      @@opinionsvary Says someone who never fired a Norinco firearm. Unless you mean just axes in which case go off.

    • @ericfricke4512
      @ericfricke4512 Год назад +1

      TBF, this also requires additional equipment, which would bring the total cost up a bit.

    • @gerrardwood1277
      @gerrardwood1277 Год назад +1

      Gerrard Wood 🪵 appreciate mod to purpose. Am Harbour Freight tool fan.

    • @timg9448
      @timg9448 Год назад

      Hahahahahahaha!!!

  • @BitStClair
    @BitStClair 8 месяцев назад

    Great video as always! Looks like a trip to harbor freight before my next camping trip

  • @LOOKOUTPOST
    @LOOKOUTPOST Год назад

    I’ve been following you for a couple years I appreciate the last couple forest service videos you’ve put up there all awesome Hello from Terrebonne Oregon

  • @byrontjrcooley1857
    @byrontjrcooley1857 2 года назад +6

    My grandpa showed me many years ago that you could take a spent brass cartridge and flatten the end and run it with the grooves of the file and it would clean your files and not dull it at all. Love your show.

    • @vortexan9804
      @vortexan9804 2 года назад

      Just use a brass brush, though.

  • @bigospig
    @bigospig 2 года назад +190

    I varnish my hands rather than my tool handles.

    • @genericexcuse4737
      @genericexcuse4737 2 года назад +20

      Why stop at the hands

    • @simonize251
      @simonize251 2 года назад +4

      🤣🤣👌🏽

    • @eaf27
      @eaf27 2 года назад +3

      I varnish your hands rather than my tool handles too!

    • @darksideorbit8898
      @darksideorbit8898 2 года назад +4

      Why I season my hands, not my tool handles.

    • @overclucker
      @overclucker 2 года назад +5

      I varnished a roll of toilet paper once when I was a kid.

  • @bayo762
    @bayo762 11 месяцев назад

    ProHo, your shorts started popping up on my home page a lot. Now, I'm watching your videos and I really can't get enough. Thanks for sharing your experience with us.

  • @dbusby77
    @dbusby77 2 месяца назад

    Great info

  • @WhiskeySpruce
    @WhiskeySpruce 2 года назад +25

    You need to team up with Harbor Freight and make a Wranglerstar edition axe that meets all those criteria. I’d buy one and I’m sure many of us would.

  • @jean-yvesmead3972
    @jean-yvesmead3972 2 года назад +55

    A lot of love for Harbor Freight recently. D'you think an agent turned up on Cody's doorstep with a suitcase full of untraceable bottles of Loctite?

    • @chaos.corner
      @chaos.corner 2 года назад

      I think you mean HFT Threadlocker, No. 42

    • @charlesmcmasters
      @charlesmcmasters 2 года назад +4

      You know, Its a place where even the person with a small budget can get some decent tools. Not all are good, but kudos to Cody for showing us the good ones.

  • @PaulMohrmann-bn8pp
    @PaulMohrmann-bn8pp 8 месяцев назад

    God bless you

  • @manomonkekingdom9427
    @manomonkekingdom9427 Год назад +7

    I just bought one of these the other day. It’s wonderful to me and comfortable it’s great for a throwing axe once you get the hang of it

  • @grimreaper4015
    @grimreaper4015 Год назад +13

    I've got 2 of them and have gifted quite a few, glad to see I wasn't wrong in gifting my friends and family a cheap axe.
    Many think because it's cheap and from harbor, it's junk.
    They probably thought so themselves but, that's on them.

  • @jlautomotive6349
    @jlautomotive6349 2 года назад +48

    As many have said and I’ll reiterate, thank you for all the content and as well I grew up without a dad and have had to learn everything I know from trial and error and watching your channel. I have learned sooo much, you and and your family are always in my prayers!!!
    Keep up the incredible work!!👍

  • @mikeday9699
    @mikeday9699 2 года назад +147

    I wish they would stop using paper labels on everything because you can’t get them off without spending as much time as you spent going to get the tool

    • @brisci
      @brisci 2 года назад +6

      I bought a fish spatula from a well know kitchen retailer. They put a super sticky price label right on the metal. I couldn't get it off so I got a refund. They agreed it was unusable. And who wants to use a spatula that had lot of solvents applied?

    • @jroseme
      @jroseme 2 года назад +10

      If Im ever emperor, putting shitty paper labels on things will be instant execution.

    • @jaredtippets6255
      @jaredtippets6255 2 года назад

      Just heat the paper sticker with a heat gun and peel off

    • @jrockaz548
      @jrockaz548 2 года назад +1

      Lol especially stickers on non stick pans

    • @icepick1514
      @icepick1514 2 года назад +1

      A bit of wd40 or remoil will brake down the adhesive if your old lady wont lend you her hair drier.

  • @courtneyashley8298
    @courtneyashley8298 7 месяцев назад

    I know this is 2 years old but love your videos keep up the great work and god bless you and your family

  • @lesjackson6570
    @lesjackson6570 8 месяцев назад

    thanks for the content beloved.

  • @rustyriley5486
    @rustyriley5486 2 года назад +17

    Didn’t grow up in the best household and I’ve learned so many wonderful things from this channel. You’re doing the Lord’s work and I’ll continue praying for you! Keep it up and please keep the lessons coming!

  • @user-vd4is9pv4g
    @user-vd4is9pv4g 2 года назад +29

    Thank you for doing this the "old fashioned way" for us -cheap- classic folks.

  • @davidashton8790
    @davidashton8790 Год назад +1

    Appreciate all your hard work on these videos!

  • @davidnarez6850
    @davidnarez6850 11 месяцев назад +1

    Would love to see a full length review of this!

  • @aericraadley
    @aericraadley 2 года назад +14

    just getting ready for a midnight snack and i got an axe review to enjoy it with! would love to see this tackle on the wilderness!

  • @olehbakklund2828
    @olehbakklund2828 2 года назад +99

    my grandpa had his "winter" axe's standing in some type of oil never realised that wood dries from the ends, that explains a lot (the axe's he have are really old, think they were from his grandpa or grand grandpa, never been allowed to touch them)

    • @achavez6838
      @achavez6838 2 года назад +6

      tell me more

    • @JR-ld1et
      @JR-ld1et 2 года назад +2

      That’s awesome to hear !!! I stil have my grandpas axe and pitchfork from the 40’s

    • @LawAbidingCitizen117
      @LawAbidingCitizen117 Год назад +2

      That thing must be from the 1800s I believe.

  • @nielknox
    @nielknox 7 месяцев назад

    Thank you

  • @goatrancher9kinder
    @goatrancher9kinder 11 месяцев назад +3

    Great explanations, as always! You are an EXCELLENT teacher!

  • @deputydang8291
    @deputydang8291 2 года назад +123

    You heard the other man Wrangler, we want to see you walking through harbor freight!

  • @willforeman74
    @willforeman74 2 года назад +114

    I like a series on how to make cheap harbor freight tools actually worth having!

    • @qpSubZeroqp
      @qpSubZeroqp 2 года назад +2

      Same

    • @peterfenwick2540
      @peterfenwick2540 2 года назад +1

      I have done that with a couple of Ryobi workshop tools here were I live in South Africa. They are cheap entry level and kinda nasty but with a bit of engineering savvy I end up saving more than the next level up!

    • @omarhu
      @omarhu 2 года назад +3

      If RON SWANSON had a channel this with be it.

    • @helidude3502
      @helidude3502 2 года назад +1

      Will
      This is the only one 🤪

    • @albertogregory9678
      @albertogregory9678 2 года назад

      @@copcuffs9973 I’ll argue its still absolutely worth it for a lot of people. I think many would rather spend hell, even 4 hours on something rather than pay maybe $20-30 more, no joke. This probably would only take an hour at most, 30 minutes if you don’t re grind the blade.

  • @NathanSmith-xd4li
    @NathanSmith-xd4li Год назад +3

    I appreciate how your mind works, the way your presentations are organized and thought out is literally old fashioned education with purpose. Nicely done young buck😊

  • @lukeschantz
    @lukeschantz Год назад +1

    Love your channel. I have been taking many of your gear recommendations. Keep up the good work.

  • @1RoadGarage
    @1RoadGarage 2 года назад +788

    Well... time to head to Harbor Freight I guess.

    • @Hipsters_N_Hippies
      @Hipsters_N_Hippies 2 года назад +62

      And pick up some new jackstands while you’re out there.

    • @blackbirdpie217
      @blackbirdpie217 2 года назад +30

      Wait for the full review it might be made of butter soft steel.

    • @Bludgy
      @Bludgy 2 года назад +6

      @@blackbirdpie217 LOL that term is amazing man I’m stealing that

    • @bob.from.accounting
      @bob.from.accounting 2 года назад +4

      @@Hipsters_N_Hippies that comment made me really LOL.
      For some reason always need new/more/different jack stands, right. LOLOLOL

    • @sinamos3945
      @sinamos3945 2 года назад +7

      I just did my trip today before I saw this. I can't go back for a while.

  • @noahworke2497
    @noahworke2497 2 года назад +41

    This was good to watch, started getting back into axes so I'm glad to have a sort of refresher course. Now it's off to find my stone...

    • @christophersharp1884
      @christophersharp1884 2 года назад +3

      Are you building a boat?

    • @noahworke2497
      @noahworke2497 2 года назад +2

      @@christophersharp1884 Nope, just working on a nice old Collins Homestead I picked up

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      @deputydang8291 2 года назад +3

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  • @anklebiter2862
    @anklebiter2862 6 месяцев назад +1

    These are the videos i miss .