The $50 axe worth $200. Best value in the axe market today. Council Tool 3.5 pound Dayton

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  • Опубликовано: 25 июн 2022
  • This $50 axe punches well above its weight. With an afternoon of work, this axe easily competes with those selling for hundreds more.
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  • @HuntingFishingAndStuff
    @HuntingFishingAndStuff Год назад +9

    I just bought a council 3.5 lb with an 18” short handle (‘Twas the only option to support a local business) and I immediately replaced the handle with a 28” Tennessee hickory .. I’m glad I saw this video before I changed the handle out.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      Awesome! I bet that chops really nice. Good to support a local place and have the skills to modify something to your needs too.

  • @joshkelloggKCR
    @joshkelloggKCR 2 года назад +18

    Scientifically proven that you get a 37% better finish if you don't mix tool brands. The axes get confused by yellow and red plastic. lol Nice work tuning up the axe, nice to see the process that others use.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  2 года назад +7

      That’s hilarious I think some people take that to heart! Thanks for the laugh

  • @revon0521
    @revon0521 6 месяцев назад +2

    Outstanding axe re-build. Your no BS format goes a long way with me and your sense of humor is a real treat. Sincerely, your newest subscriber.

  • @johnclarke6647
    @johnclarke6647 Месяц назад +1

    I got one of these several weeks ago. I stripped the red paint off of mine with paint stripper and my little brass brush. Mine has a wood wedge in it. It was made in 2023. I boned the handle, sanded it and coated it with thinned out linseed oil.

  • @s.t.n.f.r.d.p.n.s7005
    @s.t.n.f.r.d.p.n.s7005 20 дней назад

    You are so underrated this is such a great channel

  • @jamesreid359
    @jamesreid359 4 дня назад

    I seriously would buy one from yah good Sir , Great job on customisation of the Axe
    My Favourite Brand , Council Tool

  • @johnclarke6647
    @johnclarke6647 Месяц назад

    I sharpened my new Dayton, yesterday. It is sharp today. I used my diamond grit stones to start with and then my hockey pucks. I put a nice bevel on it. What I like about it is the shape and size of the handle. It fits my hands, perfectly. I polished the bit area with 220 and 400 but my arms got tired quickly. I did even up the polished areas of the bit. I have a new wedge for it but have not removed that aluminum wedge, yet. I use my dead blow hammer to seat axe heads and wedges.

  • @XaLoiVlog
    @XaLoiVlog Год назад +2

    My grandfather left me an American-made ax. and I'm keeping it as a very valuable keepsake. I once heard him say that white ash is an optimal choice for the handle of an ax. my grandpa is gone...i always keep it and will restore it someday. thanks for your good video, tutorial. happy new year and support your content

  • @rikki-tikki-tavi2456
    @rikki-tikki-tavi2456 Год назад +1

    Great video. Duncan's cameo with his very calm and patient father make it even better.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +2

      I really enjoy working with the boys! Duncan is three now and is pretty fun to have around

  • @johnclarke6647
    @johnclarke6647 Месяц назад

    7/32” file is for a 3/8” Husky chain. I even got all of the red paint out of the stamping on the axe head with paint stripper. It took me several coats to get it all off. I then washed it with soap and water to get rid of the paint stripper.

  • @whitesparrow4907
    @whitesparrow4907 Год назад

    Love Duncan's cameo! And the goat... I actually like the red still in the imprint. Looks great... Really really solid video, really appreciate the instruction and presentation.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      Thanks for the kind words! Duncan keeps me on my toes.

  • @williameddy7217
    @williameddy7217 10 месяцев назад

    Super Video!! I like the paint left in the markings so they are easier to read.

  • @joeanderson9113
    @joeanderson9113 Год назад +7

    Found your channel a few days ago. Great content and I'm in agreement on the value in council tool axes.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Great axes and great company. Thanks for stopping by!

  • @jessel8833
    @jessel8833 Год назад +10

    I love the little touches to personalize it. I prefer it without the dipped paint colors too -- And, the minor red paint leftover actually has a neat finish as well.
    Axes are rugged, "primal" tools that should have character. Sure, it's nice to have a super well-polished "trophy" piece....but you're not buying the axe to mount on the wall. You're buying a tool to serve you in daily needs, & help you beast through with more ease.
    Keep on swinging. Thanks for good video & helpful tips brother!
    Lol, cracks me up to have the kid close by. I have a 1yr old & 3yr old. They're always hanging out in the wood yard with me, while I putz, splitting, stacking, cleaning up, working on repairs. You have to be mindful & vigilant, but as long as you're careful & teach your kids to keep safe distances -- it's good to have them around to see & live with you, when you have the time.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +2

      It’s great having the kids around. Seems really good for them to be around work and know how to stay safe. Nothing like working with the family!

  • @brettbrown9814
    @brettbrown9814 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for sharing. Great wedge removal technique!

  • @quinntheeskimooutdoors6234
    @quinntheeskimooutdoors6234 Год назад

    Nice work on that ax. Looks like it works well. Thanks for showing us and take care.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      Thanks for checking it out! Checked out your channel great videos, your winter quarters look comfortable and dry. I’m very much missing the snow as a northerner now living in Georgia.

  • @blarneystone1965
    @blarneystone1965 Год назад

    Enjoyed your video thanks for the info I have a couple of axe heads to hang but have been procrastinating but your video has inspired me to get it done thanks.

  • @Brian2bears
    @Brian2bears 2 года назад +2

    Mr. Urban, excellent review and interesting methods...thank you for your efforts sir...

  • @ryanb1314
    @ryanb1314 2 года назад +17

    This review was the best I’ve seen I think. Right down to the honesty and then the mods. I have a council boys axe I got with the most horrendous hang job I’ve ever seen. A shelf you could hang stockings off and the wedge had huge gaps front and back. I love the finish look you went for. I’m in NH on the Maine border so I’m fond of brant and Cochran as well. Also your poplar wedge came out gorgeous. Mine never look that nice. 👍

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  2 года назад +3

      Much appreciated! The Dayton is an awesome axe, definitely worth an afternoon tuning it up. I’d love to own one of those B&C axes they do such a good job up there. Thanks again!

    • @ryanb1314
      @ryanb1314 Год назад +1

      @@urbanlumberjack well when you get one I’d love to see your review on it.

    • @escapetherace1943
      @escapetherace1943 Год назад +1

      @@ryanb1314 same but canadian border, haha

  • @antoniosimone582
    @antoniosimone582 2 года назад +1

    Valuable information being shared here, thanks!

  • @johnclarke6647
    @johnclarke6647 2 месяца назад

    I got one of these axes. I did not have a long felling axe. I refinished the handle with linseed oil. I have four coats on it now, heading towards six. I still head, but I like red axes because they are easy to find in the leaves. have to make a sheath for it. When all of this is complete I will sharpen and use it. I have aCT boys axe, which I use as a wedge banger for my felling wedges. I did not pull the head from the new 36 inch axe. When I break the handle I may strip the red paint from the head, but I like the red paint, because they are easy to find in the leaves when I throw them down when not in use.

  • @tacticalsweater5119
    @tacticalsweater5119 Год назад +2

    If it was worth $200, it should be ready to work out of the box. I decided to pass on council tools after reading too many write ups from buyers getting loose axe heads. I'd rather not finish a job that should have been done properly to begin with, that's the point of me buying their tool. But I get the appeal for those who enjoy tinkering in a shop. Anyway, I went ahead and got a hultafors axe. Absolutely love it.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +2

      For sure, the point is the substantive quality is there with a little elbow grease! I’ve had stinkers from everybody, even the famed Gransfors Bruk. I do like hults bruk though they generally make a great axe!

  • @581andy
    @581andy 2 года назад +4

    Great video. Duncan is a great assistant, my youngest is always out there too to help stack wood. Nice polish on that, I've found it helps with corrosion too. After a camping trip,, I can just buff out any rust with a bit of wd40 and some steel wool.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  2 года назад +2

      Duncan is a big help, he makes things fun. Good point on the corrosion resistance. That’s a big benefit especially for an axe like this which will definitely be a hard user

    • @bltmiy
      @bltmiy Год назад +1

      shout out to UrbanLumberjack Man🐄! Wormgitter ! And much support sent LOWES Business Vcg crew .

  • @YankeeWoodcraft
    @YankeeWoodcraft Год назад +13

    I'm pretty sure they phased out all their standard hardware store grade axes (the red painted ones) and are keeping their "Sport Utility" finish axes as their baseline which are even closer to axes costing 3-4X as much while barely costing 10 or 20 bucks more than their red painted ones. Their Sport Utility axes are probably the best value for axes on the market right now and they come out the box finished, patina'd and ready to work with premium handles.
    Nice work you did there with that one.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +3

      I was much appreciated! I’m liking the axe a lot. Does everything I need it to do.
      I’m thinking about reaching out to Council Tool about their axe lines. Definitely agree that the sport utility axes are the best bang for buck. Plus they make a lot of their own handles in house, and get them right.

  • @mikenormandy9250
    @mikenormandy9250 9 месяцев назад

    The content I’ve been looking for! Sub for sure! Love the cameo from Dunc and his toy boat!! LOL. Wish I had more axe buying options near me (best is a local hardware store that has some Ox bit rebranded Stihl axes. Those Council axes have caught my eye - esp when the Scandinavian axes are just ridic priced!! LOL.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  9 месяцев назад

      Thanks for stopping by and the comment! Those oxe head axes are great. Brian2Bears chopped up a huge beech tree with one of the stihl axes made by oxe head, they’re good stuff.

  • @geigercourtier
    @geigercourtier Год назад

    That wedge maneuver was brilliant like a magic trick, awesome

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Much appreciated! Thanks for taking the time to comment

  • @metricdeep8856
    @metricdeep8856 6 месяцев назад

    A kid with muddy feet climbing on his world around him......is a great start to life!

  • @kurts64
    @kurts64 2 года назад +2

    Cool build up, not tried a council tool but do seem like good value. That downward slope forward of the eye is on tassies too, need a similar shaping method for the handle. Keep up the good work👍

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  2 года назад +1

      Thank you! I love tassies, they’re fantastic axes. Really rare around where I live. You’ve got some great videos btw

    • @kurts64
      @kurts64 2 года назад

      @@urbanlumberjack thanks man, appreciate that!

  • @nemo4907
    @nemo4907 Год назад

    It's a great solution. I use an auto body slide hammer to accomplish wedge removal. Drill, thread in screw and pull out wedge with ease!

  • @bigoldgrizzly
    @bigoldgrizzly Год назад

    I see you blasted the dark markings off your goat's face in 1 second flat :

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Lol! These goats sometimes don’t know what’s good for them but they’re fun to have around. Ever since I started rounding out those bottom edges my bangs are much more solid!

  • @alexr7298
    @alexr7298 Год назад

    Great work! Regarding wedging, I've gotten excellent results (and zero splits) during the wedging stage by inverting the axe, placing the protruding wedge on a concrete floor, and tapping the butt end of the handle with a soft-faced mallet. Also, I hope you won't mind me saying so, but I highly recommend investing in a quality respirator for sanding, polishing, etc. Speaking form experience, it sucks to have messed up lungs.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      I do need to be better about a respirator. I’ve not been very nice to my kings in retrospect I worked in commercial high volume wood finishing, drywall, among other things. Good suggestion. Thanks for watching and taking the time to drop a note!

  • @dejavu666wampas9
    @dejavu666wampas9 6 месяцев назад

    I’ve heard tell that you can make life easier by mounting the round file in your drill, then chamfer the eye. More filing for your effort.
    Nice way to remove that wedge.👏👏👏. If you don’t mind, I’ll use that technique.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  6 месяцев назад +1

      That’s a really interesting idea, thanks for sharing. Borrow away! Happy chopping.

  • @johnclarke6647
    @johnclarke6647 Месяц назад

    Hit the end of the handle with a dead blow hammer and it will seat a lot deeper. I soak a wooden wedge in boiled linseed oil overnight before I pound it in with my dead blow hammer. It will usually not split this way.

  • @CP23798
    @CP23798 11 месяцев назад

    $200 worth of work into a $50 axe. I have the same axe, which I used to split wood from a large maple. The axe head, as installed from the factory, never loosened up, but the handle eventually split along its length into two pieces. I replaced the handle of the axe with a wooden wedge. The axe is still going strong. The thing about gluing a wooden wedge or installing metal wedges is that it can be hard or impossible to re-wedge the axe with the old handle.

  • @johnclarke6647
    @johnclarke6647 Месяц назад

    Most axes work loose if kept in an air conditioned location. This, dries them out and they shrink. I keep most of my axes in my non air conditioned shop hanging up on nails, by their lanyard. I drill all of my handles for a para cord lanyard.

  • @CuttingEdgetools
    @CuttingEdgetools Год назад

    Glad some decent Axes are still made in America🇺🇸 you put Lotta work and time into that brand new Axe. Nice work though. I pick up clean vintage Axes Kelly,Plumb and others from the classic period 1920s-60s for average $25/$30. Most require just little work and touch up like your video. The best steel no Doubt are those old vintage axes from the Glory Days 🇺🇸

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      The vintage stuff is hard to beat. Lots of history, and good steel too

  • @paramusicologos
    @paramusicologos 2 года назад +1

    EXCELLENT CONTENT

  • @richardjackson6040
    @richardjackson6040 5 месяцев назад

    great video

  • @Lasharella
    @Lasharella Год назад

    Great video subbed right away

  • @davidthomas5997
    @davidthomas5997 Год назад

    I LOVE GOAT VIDEOS. Regardless, cool custom axe video.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Goats are a lot of fun. Very mischievous! They’re so curious about everything I do outside

  • @turtlewolfpack6061
    @turtlewolfpack6061 Год назад +1

    The red paint in the stamp looks cool. I don't use wood glue on the wedge, I find that pine star is much better in my experience.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      Pine tar would be great! I’ve had bad results with oils, i think they polymerize the surface which is bad for a wedge. Will give pine tar a shot I like that idea! Thanks for sharing.

  • @Joey-L
    @Joey-L 2 года назад +3

    That turned out great. Love the metal wedge removal trick. How do you think that axe would perform at bucking ? Or which part of cordwood work would you say it is best suited for?

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  2 года назад

      Thanks man! This Dayton definitely seems like a chopper. I bucked a few logs with it and was happy with it. I think would need a bit thicker cheeks to throw chips a bit more, but definitely gets the job done. Great all around axe.

  • @allanwells4886
    @allanwells4886 Год назад +1

    We don't have that brand in Australia but it looks like you got a great deal for the money.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +2

      I think it’s a good axe. Especially if somebody wants to put in a little sweat equity! I would trade it in a second for a true Australian tassie!

  • @fatboyrowing
    @fatboyrowing Год назад

    Feeding the algorithm. Excellent video.

  • @markboucher7441
    @markboucher7441 Год назад

    Great video , great technique . Now go buy some safety glasses, especially when using that wire wheel !

  • @gunfun7772
    @gunfun7772 Год назад

    I kinda love the leftover paint in the engraving

  • @johnclarke6647
    @johnclarke6647 3 месяца назад

    I have split and cut more wood with my 50 year old True Temper Dayton pattern than any axe that I own, I currently,y have it on a 31.5” does leg hickory handle.

  • @Old52Guy
    @Old52Guy Год назад

    This is great! I need a new axe since my son-in-law took mine camping and, according to him, a bear stole it. I did not relish spending $100+ on a new one.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Haha oh yeah those beats are crafty! Got to watch them. This is a decent axe I do recommend popping out that wedge and rehanging, it’s been a great user for me!

  • @johnclarke6647
    @johnclarke6647 Месяц назад

    I coated my axe head with thinned down Linsheen to keep it from rusting. I live in a humid environment.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Месяц назад

      Very humid here too!

    • @johnclarke6647
      @johnclarke6647 Месяц назад

      @@urbanlumberjack I do thin out my Linsheen with turpentine. I like its smell better than paint hinder and seems to dry better.

  • @KevinsDisobedience
    @KevinsDisobedience Год назад

    That’s a clever way to remove the wedge.

  • @KillingerUSA
    @KillingerUSA 2 года назад

    grat tip on removing the wedge!

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  2 года назад

      Thank you! Wondering if it would work for a wood wedge now. May need to experiment. Also, your deck is looking awesome

  • @jamesreid359
    @jamesreid359 11 месяцев назад +1

    Hello Sir ..... Would you ever make another one the same way for a price .... I love how you customized it 😮
    Awesome .... Truely ..... I would buy it it from yah bud
    No KIDDIN

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  11 месяцев назад +1

      That’s awesome I’m glad you like the axe! I would consider selling this axe or a new build.
      What’s your budget for a new build? For the exact one in the video I’d sell that for $150 and shipping, given the time put into it.

    • @jamesreid359
      @jamesreid359 11 месяцев назад

      @@urbanlumberjack Is $ 75- 100 Dollars reasonable

    • @jamesreid359
      @jamesreid359 11 месяцев назад

      Or $ 100- 150 ?...... Ill work with yah Sir

  • @comingtofull-ageinchrist6736
    @comingtofull-ageinchrist6736 Год назад

    Westcoast Saw recently got some Hickory axe handles made if you want a good handle to replace an old handle. Just thought you might be interested. That's the name of Gordy's RUclips channel as well as their website where you can find the handles.

  • @ajaxtelamonian5134
    @ajaxtelamonian5134 Год назад +1

    Nice I've got the Jersey. I really like it but thinking about shortening the handle as 36 if your not felling a big tree or splitting just kind of gets in the way. Might go 30-28 lol half tempted to go with a miners style. Nice trick with the bolt by the way will have to try that as don't want to ruin the handle.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      I really like a 32 inch handle, thanks for checking out the video. I’ve popped out two or three metal wedges since this video and the trick works really well. All handles are either able to be rehung or have been.

    • @The2006200
      @The2006200 Год назад

      I have the CT 32 inch jersey and its the perfect length for bigger tasks. I prefer a 36" for splitting but that's about it.

  • @Rafedavic
    @Rafedavic Месяц назад

    “Best axe”: proceeds to re-do everything.
    In all seriousness though I love it and would do the same thing. I just restored a 3.5 lb Gransfors from the 50s. The steel holds an edge after so much abuse. It was definitely a lot of work to knock all the rust off and get the handle to fit though.
    I guess wether you buy a new axe or an old one, it just takes work to get it perfect.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  25 дней назад +1

      lol it’s a lot of finish work for sure. Axes are definitely a personal tool, I find myself working on axes a lot, whether low or high price range

  • @ethicalaxe
    @ethicalaxe 2 года назад +3

    That's a good way to deal with metal wedges. One trick I've learned for preserving handles is drying the tongue and wedge (if wooden) over a vent or near a wood stove. This is also how I like hafting. Drying the lumber out as much as possible before wedging.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  2 года назад +1

      Will need to try that, that seems like it would work great. Found you on Instagram btw!

    • @Brian2bears
      @Brian2bears 2 года назад

      @@urbanlumberjack What is your name on Instagram if I may ask sir?

  • @Chitching
    @Chitching 3 месяца назад

    Great stuff brother hoss!!
    Question for you. What would you recommend for a killer splitting axe?
    Thanks

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  19 дней назад +1

      My favorite splitter is the forcible entry axe from council tool. It’s the heaviest axe on the market. For a big bruiser I like the oxe head- the 648 one. I got mine at my saw shop sold under Stihl brand. I don’t want to swing it all day but for those REALLY tough rounds it’s got a handle guard and a ton of weight

  • @johnclarke6647
    @johnclarke6647 2 месяца назад

    The first split on red oak is the toughest. Then, it will usuall plank out pretty easy.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  20 дней назад

      That really seems to be the case. Love splitting red oak

  • @kyleree6757
    @kyleree6757 Год назад

    I just tried to remove the stupid aluminum wedge from my newly purchased Council double bit. The damn thing was so soft it wouldn't take threads. So I cut the handle off, lol and behold, the grain in the handle is 90° out from the bit. I'm going to get the paint off of the head and hang a new handle.

  • @kevinblackburn6392
    @kevinblackburn6392 Год назад +1

    Leave the red paint! It looks so awesome

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Thanks man! The axe has held up really well very happy with it

  • @jons2447
    @jons2447 Год назад +1

    Man, how could you, you didn't put safety glasses on your goat!
    Really, what were you thinking?
    Did you not see the expression on the goat's face?
    BTW, neat trick to pull the wedge.
    Does it work w/ conical wedges?
    I'd try it if I can get one of them Council Tool axes.
    You know, you could have put a link to your axe dealer so folks could buy the same thing.
    Interesting, many thanks.
    Have a GREAT day, Neighbor!

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Haha omg goat glasses that’s hilarious. I somehow missed the goat part! I need to watch it now. They want to be right there where I’m working all the time!
      Thanks for the laugh, stay in touch!

  • @bolandjd
    @bolandjd 2 года назад

    Nice video. Do you like the Dayton pattern better than Jersey?

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  2 года назад +1

      Jersey is still my favorite, it’s such a versatile pattern. I’m liking this axe alot though.

  • @lmclrain
    @lmclrain Год назад

    cool axe, just subbed, will keep autoliking future videos, I love axes

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      Welcome aboard! Thanks for the kind words!

    • @lmclrain
      @lmclrain Год назад

      @@urbanlumberjack Are you into gardening by the way? All those woodchips would make great mulch to grow some food. I started growing some tomatoes and woodchips help a lot, to save water and basically get tastier tomatoes.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      We do have a garden! I compost all of my milling sawdust, and have used literally truckloads of chips in our yard and garden. It was dead packed clay when we moved in and now we are trying to grow as much of our own food as possible. Also it’s totally fixed our erosion problem

  • @RyanPedersen
    @RyanPedersen 2 года назад +1

    Bought an awesome Council Tools boys axe and a not so awesome Council Tools hatchet which was misaligned by at least 1/8" making it pretty useless for precision kindling work. For $50 I would think the hatchet alignment would be better than that. Hate having to buy axes online but not many options close to me

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  2 года назад

      Bummer about the alignment. Definitely preferable to look over a tool before making a purchase.

    • @RyanPedersen
      @RyanPedersen 2 года назад

      @@urbanlumberjack when I emailed Council Tools about they said 1/8" was within acceptable alignment and suggested I would "get used to it". At least there's the satisfaction in fixing another man's mistakes.

  • @joejoe7270
    @joejoe7270 3 месяца назад

    Thank you for very good explanation how to change the handle. But for us less knowledgeable would you please tell us what you were pointing to prior starting taking the head off the handle? The handle wasn’t put into the head the right way or you just wanted to show us how to do it and you didn’t like the paint?
    Thank you very much!

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  18 дней назад

      If I recall correctly, the issue I saw at the time was the aluminum wedge wasn’t thick enough or deep enough into the handle, which means compression will be lacking. Also, with a wood handle it’s safer to leave the handle proud a bit over the eye. It’s kind of rivets the handle into the head.
      The paint kind of grew on me I think if I did it over today I’d leave the paint!
      Thanks for the comment

  • @fundymentalism
    @fundymentalism Год назад

    TIL paint somehow makes an axe chop better

  • @ccccha
    @ccccha 5 месяцев назад

    Any chance those, "High spots" in the eye were the ridges that are sometimes put in eyes to increase surface area to better grip the handle?

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  5 месяцев назад

      I would guess they are mushrooming from the eye punch when drop forged. Very easy to remove! I see it all the time on both new and vintage axes.

  • @itxaddict7503
    @itxaddict7503 Год назад

    Plus a toy boat.

  • @BCJerbs
    @BCJerbs Год назад

    I'm wondering how one could tell what model of Hults Bruk 4.5 pound axe I have....i can't find it in any pictures and wondered how you would go about finding out?

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      4.5 is pretty big for HB, probably an Arvika, which is their Tasmanian pattern. If it’s vintage you’ve got a good axe. Wide bit and flared at heel and toe?

  • @escapetherace1943
    @escapetherace1943 Год назад

    beast cutting dude but a maul would've broken those rounds in half those swings.
    I know it was just demonstration.
    I recently got a HF 30 dollar axe and it's honestly great, got a really straight grain handle and it splits really well
    but the way it's hung... it's got a couple of small gaps and from underneath there are literally a couple of rough jagged edges in the eye, it isn't even a perfect 0 shape....
    I guess if it comes loose I'll take the head off and file the eye so it's perfect all around because otherwise it's great and about that size

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      I really like the HF hatchets. I have a few of them for rough jobs and modifying. I do enjoy splitting with an axe. I have mauls and splitters but an axe is a great experience. Good luck with your axe!

    • @escapetherace1943
      @escapetherace1943 Год назад

      ​@@urbanlumberjack nice I own 2 of the hatchets as well. Took the paint off both and sanded the handles, gave them the all natural linseed treatment (somewhere between 15-20 coats) and they took on a very rich natural color. One I left unpainted but left it in vinegar, the other I re-painted in matte black.
      The rougher one with the patina has a much better hung handle and the grains are turning black from the sheer use I've put into that hatchet, and it's got a little bit of rust from rain coming sideways into my open shed. LOVE that one. The one I painted has a bit of a hump and a twist in the grain that makes me hate it, but it's in the bushcraft roll. Might just swap them, don't wanna lose the one I adore

  • @patriot9415
    @patriot9415 Год назад

    You look like Arenado that plays for the St Louis Cardinals

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Haha thanks. I had to look him up he is way more handsome!

  • @jimmylarge1148
    @jimmylarge1148 Год назад

    Definitely leave the red paint in the logo. That’s sick.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Thanks man! I’m liking the paint it’s still there

    • @jimmylarge1148
      @jimmylarge1148 Год назад

      @@urbanlumberjack just got an old gransfors off the evil-bay I’m gonna try and restore. It’s a 1 3/4 lb. Gonna use some of your tips to hang it and polish it up. Thanks for the vids!

  • @johnmutton799
    @johnmutton799 Год назад +2

    Safety glasses! Be safe. Files only cut on the push! Great axes! The kerf should be 2/3 no deeper. That's how the head should rest on the handle.

  • @BangTheRocksTogether
    @BangTheRocksTogether Год назад

    Get a tripod and raise your camera to about eye level.
    If you're going to shoot in front of an open window (which does look nice) you'll need to make it brighter inside the shop, or something will be exposed wrong.
    You have some great looking background in your shop, show it off.
    (Free professional advice, worth exactly what you pay for it.)

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      Thanks for the advice! I got my first tripod a few weeks ago and am still figuring things out but here for the journey!

    • @BangTheRocksTogether
      @BangTheRocksTogether Год назад

      @@urbanlumberjack Glad to hear it!
      I always have time for good axe content.

  • @brianstephens8809
    @brianstephens8809 Год назад

    Apparently I don't know much about axes but what was wrong with the way it was to start with and why wood instead of the metal wedge?

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      The metal wedges are notorious for coming loose. Aside from that it’s best to have the handle hung over the head, so it rivets the handle onto the head. Everything else is just tuning up a new axe.

  • @axemanmike4390
    @axemanmike4390 Год назад

    Wow! How have I not seen your channel BEFORE now? Your content is right up my alley! Great vid! I don't currently own any Council axes, but I (just) stumbled onto a LOCAL Council dealer in Salem, Oregon @ a rigging supply store! They have a warehouse WALL of Council axes and TONS of handles! I know where I'm going with my allowance! SUBBED! Greetings from the PNW 🇺🇸 🪓🌲🪓🌲🪓🌲🪓🌲

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      Thanks for the encouragement! Awesome to have a well stocked axe dealer, there’s no substitute for picking out an axe in person.
      I’ve been to Salem a few times, I really enjoy the Pacific Northwest. It’s a really special area.

  • @MsLori62
    @MsLori62 6 месяцев назад

    I’m one of the .6.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  6 месяцев назад +1

      Yes! That makes me happy! Thanks for being here!

  • @nisamvise1724
    @nisamvise1724 Год назад

    Im thinking of getting this axe an all around axe and I want to replace that wedge like you did but the total for it including shipping and tax is 73 dollars, do you think thats worth it?

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      For that price I would probably go with a sport utility jersey from Council Tool.

    • @nisamvise1724
      @nisamvise1724 Год назад

      @@urbanlumberjack Ah, thank you so much man.

  • @JLLove
    @JLLove Год назад

    Safety squint!

  • @michelefisher554
    @michelefisher554 2 месяца назад

    Actual female here 😂 great tip!

  • @comingtofull-ageinchrist6736
    @comingtofull-ageinchrist6736 Год назад

    don't you think that using a little oil in that wedge would be better than glue? Gordy over on Westcoast Saws had an axe hanger hang an axe on one of his latest videos; that's what he does for a living. Keeping the wood oiled will keep the wedge tight. They even sell a couple small stainless steel wedges with the kit for their handles. You should check him out. You may even like their hickory handles they had custom made as well.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      I’ve seen a few of their handles they look really nice! I have oiled wedges in the past, it’s a great way to get them sunk in tight!

    • @comingtofull-ageinchrist6736
      @comingtofull-ageinchrist6736 Год назад

      @@urbanlumberjack I was trying to remember the oil his axe hanger had on that video, I need to go back and write it down. I remember he put some on the wedge and in the slot before he drove it in, and then again after he trimmed it down he put oil on it and suggested letting it hang vertical for 24 hours to let the oil soak in a bit. Sounded legit. they make the handles to where you have to shave them to fit. They said they leave them big to accommodate the different size eyelets for the different axe heads. I haven't ever hung one, but seems like the heavier axe heads are, the eyelets would be larger.
      I don't see any nice axes in Oklahoma like what I see them swinging in some of their videos. Maybe he'll come up with someone to forge some nice steel axe heads and also offer a hung axe as well.

  • @dkurnik3135
    @dkurnik3135 11 дней назад

    I'll take one of your pieces of art! Do you ship? 🙂

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  4 дня назад

      I’ve thought about tuning some of to sell. I haven’t done any for that yet though! Thanks for commenting and watching

  • @jaytbuzzard
    @jaytbuzzard Год назад

    Where would be the best place to purchase a Council Tool Dayton axe?

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      Harry Epstein in Kansas City has awesome prices but their shipping just increased alot. Forestry suppliers has good prices and often good sales. Shopping around doesn’t take too long and can save a bunch of money. Check the sellers on Amazon and go directly to their website you can save a lot of money doing that

  • @nataliesorenson427
    @nataliesorenson427 Год назад

    Hahaha! Hello from the .6%. =]

  • @ShelbyvsViper
    @ShelbyvsViper День назад

    Which Council is best for splitting? The 5lb with 36” straight handle?

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  13 часов назад +1

      The splitting axe is awesome, and another favorite of mine is the forcible entry axe. The forcible entry axe is heavier and made from 4140 steel so very tough. Both are great

  • @garychandler119
    @garychandler119 Год назад

    NEVER USE A DOUBLE EDGED AX TO SPLIT WOOD AXES BOUNCE BACK AND MAKE SPLIT YOU HEAD.

  • @bentonleach6730
    @bentonleach6730 Год назад

    What are the marks on your biceps?

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Had to rewatch the video for this, left side is just dirt from moving rounds, and stacking wood. I’d forgotten about the right side. It’s a burn from when I was using a torch for something and it fell over onto my arm while hot.

  • @hellofurend
    @hellofurend 8 месяцев назад

    the camera angle isnt great on the wood cutting part. but thats ok

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  8 месяцев назад +1

      I’m always trying to get better with that kind of stuff.

  • @swmarb5236
    @swmarb5236 Год назад

    Why no steel ring after the wedge?

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      If I’ve got a nice seasoned handle and hang the axe myself I don’t use a wedge to start.
      That way if the head does come loose I then have the option to put in a wedge. Just my personal preference.

    • @swmarb5236
      @swmarb5236 Год назад

      @@urbanlumberjack i thought you took out the aluminum wedge & put in a hardwood poplar wedge. Ive seen a steel ring then pounded into the poplar wedge. I guess just personal preference.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      That’s one way to do it. The issue with that is if you do put a barrel wedge when you hang, you don’t have many options if the axe does loosen, which will happen sooner or later to every axe.
      But many ways to skin a cat!

  • @scottsiejkowski8486
    @scottsiejkowski8486 Год назад

    Hahaha! Blasting that goat in the face was too funny!!!😀

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      These goats have absolutely no sense of self preservation!

  • @danstevens2204
    @danstevens2204 Год назад

    For all the effort I’d be rehanging an old head.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      The old stuff is awesome but harder and harder to find good deals. Then you’ve got to buy a handle too

  • @HuntingPoker
    @HuntingPoker 11 месяцев назад

    fiskers x27 splitter but not old fashioned

  • @Thierry-ck3fp
    @Thierry-ck3fp 3 месяца назад

    Any link to share please?

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  18 дней назад

      I don’t have a specific link but search “council tool Dayton” and they should have a bunch of places to buy on google

  • @442Carew
    @442Carew Год назад

    Not available for 55 in 2022, what’s the source?

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      My source is I paid that much for it lol. I checked the price and it’s still between $48-$60.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Hey bud here you go. $56 and there’s a sale so it should be just over $50. Enjoy!

    • @442Carew
      @442Carew Год назад

      @@urbanlumberjack Bought it, thank you

  • @haliburtonadventure5531
    @haliburtonadventure5531 2 года назад +1

    Great vid. Pls wear eye protection though... getting metal in your eye sucks balls!!

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  2 года назад

      Oh man that’s such good advice. I go through phases where I’m super consistent with PPE and then I get lax until something close happens. I need to be more consistent, I had a wire from that cup fly off recently and hit my right in the eyelid. Will pay more attention going forward

  • @AverageWannabe
    @AverageWannabe Год назад

    easier to just use paint remover....

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Maybe, but I don’t like the mess and residue chemical remover leaves behind.

    • @AverageWannabe
      @AverageWannabe Год назад

      @@urbanlumberjack rinse it with water and its gg

    • @jimmylarge1148
      @jimmylarge1148 Год назад

      @@urbanlumberjack the world needs to become as chemical free as possible. We’re poisoning everything. Especially our food.

  • @daweed4255
    @daweed4255 Год назад

    That kid scared the fcking shit out of me. Stupid Iphone surround sound 😂

  • @aprilnichols2806
    @aprilnichols2806 Год назад +1

    Or it’s an account I created 10 years ago. As a family account. And used my ex-wife’s name lol

  • @garychandler119
    @garychandler119 Год назад

    SMALL AX IS NOT FOR SPLITTING WOOD

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Hey thanks for the input. I probably shouldn’t mention o do split a lot of wood with 3.5 pound axes, and really enjoy it. But I do have very heavy duty mauls as well. You do need to be careful with a 3.5 on axe like this but it can absolutely get the job done!

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад

      Hey thanks for the input. I probably shouldn’t mention o do split a lot of wood with 3.5 pound axes, and really enjoy it. But I do have very heavy duty mauls as well. You do need to be careful with a 3.5 on axe like this but it can absolutely get the job done!

  • @jasondonahue4747
    @jasondonahue4747 Год назад +1

    You will not get a good axe. Council tools axes ARE great if they had QC. But they actively send you downgraded axes so you will almost certainly not get a good axe. Unless you buy from one of their relatives stores. You might get a good axe head which you will have to fix...not tune..but totally fix. Just buy a good handle and a vintage head and do the steps yourself.

    • @urbanlumberjack
      @urbanlumberjack  Год назад +1

      What were your issues? Sounds like some bad luck