great video. Well shot, great edits, love it. I have the same axe and its been a favorite for years. It had its original 32" handle when I got it and it was perfect.....then it broke. I just ordered another curved 32 and Ill probably shoot a vid on rehanging it. right now its on a 32" straight and I miss the old curved handle. Hope it turns out as nice as yours did. Cheers
That was the best looking video I've ever seen on RUclips. You are the most skilled cinematographer and editor I've come across, thank you for shooing and sharing that fantastic video.
I like the feel of the video and I admire your attention to bringing the feel of quality to vintage axe restoration as a quality product. My question or maybe suggestion is could you put together something like this but include restoring an original handle? It is incredibly labor intensive to bring a modern handle even close to the craftsmanship of vintage handles so I have been working on restoring some of the dried out but viable old handles. You have a wonderful sense of adding emotion in your editing and music to a truly labor intensive process. As much as anything it is nice how you present your work so regular people will feel why it’s significant.
MASTER deBATER. Cut a 10" x 10" chunk off of a Beech (Celtis) limb should produce 2-3 mallet blanks, or you can cut a shillelagh style piece (preferably not from a healthy desirable specimen, but a destined for removal or fallen tree) with the shillelagh style you can be done in one shot just find a nice straight handle sized lateral limb branching off of a good sized leader, 3 cuts, strip bark, carve to shape, bevel head striking surface (round) edges, bake on gas grill wrapped in foil with ends open at 130° until reasonably dry (I never made a mallet, but I made a menacingly intimidating grapefruit shillelagh I could crush bricks and break hollow cement blocks with)
awesome Video Clip !!! What a superb Beauty of an oldtime axe ... and also an extraordinary movie choreography. A good Video doesn't need any explaining words... the Pictures speak for themselves. Awesome! Triple A.
I just bought a double edge Kelly true temper from eBay, it's old but I don't think it's ever been used or sharpened. It says "flint edge" on it faintly, hope it turns out as good as yours.
I just purchased as a 66th birthday present for myself one of these very axe heads .Cost more in shipping and tax to get it imported to the U.K..The head weight is 3 .5 lb and I am thinking of making a 30 inch handle. I do want to make it as it left the factory so would this be the correct length?? This video is great if you love restoring axes as I do!!!!!
+Chemistry, Films, and More its a swivel jaw machinists vise. lots of people made them. the vise rotates 360, and the jaws rotate 360 also. very useful. harbor freight makes one that is about $60
awsome editing! in my quest to use vintage axes in my work, this one is on my list... and I also want a russian/siberian axe... those are hard to find though! you got a subscriber!
Hey, I just realized my axe head is the same as this one. But I put a cheap Lowe’s handle on it instead. It’s also rounded at the top edge but still sharp. Can I ask what length of handle you used and if you recommend trying to get that beautiful shorter edge on it? I’m gonna buy your sheath as soon as I can as well. Thank you!
Question, I saw you put boiled linseed oil on it. Every time I do it, it doesn't dry. My local hardware guy said you have to dilute with mineral spirits 4 to 1....Can you help me out.
+Joe Maloney Also, you have to make sure there is nothing coating the handle before you apply the oil. Often the handles are covered with varnish or laquer. Make sure to remove that beforehand.
Hello, I love this video and this beautiful axe, I would just like to ask if you have any ideas where I would get a head like this because I live in Scotland so these aren't easy to come by?
+ReviewOutdoorGear, one last question. If I fail to find one like this could you suggest any other axes similar, that I might be able to find over here?
+Dane Wade , yes. It is much more difficult to remove later (cant use wood working tools to take it out), and a properly done wooden wedge (with dry handle and wedge wood) does the job very well. Here's a Forum on the question: www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/895331-To-Metal-wedge-or-not-to-metal-wedge-That-Is-The-Question
Beautiful job, thanks for sharing. Where did you find the axe handle? I am inspired enough to restore my TT Kelly Perfect axe and haven’t been able to find a decent axe handle at my local hardware stores.
exellent video!!!!!!!!!I'm finding true temper kelly perfect axe in ebay.but I wonder why vintage axe head are more expensive than brand new jersey pattern axe(counsil tools)Is there another value for kelly axe? I like this axe just beautiful.
+ReviewOutdoorGear Oh thank you! i understand. that's why i can't find other axe like this. it is valueble enough. I just missed my kelly axe bid blink an eye. I will try another kelly axe.
With the right sized wedge driven in, the handle filled the eye of the axe completely. Since there is - what is it? - about half an inch of wood extending past the front of the axe head, it is even more secure. It wont come loose. There is no need for a metal wedge there.
I've got that same head as well. Mine has a great patina and it came with a nice lacquered finish to prevent any rusting. Anyway...if yours has a nice patina you might want to give the lacquer a try...it's really beautiful and can easily be removed if you don't like the look...just a thought.
Hi! can you teach me about that axe handle? i bought seymour link handle but it has a terrible finishing and wrong grain. please recommend good axe handle company.
I recently found one of these on my property it belonged to my great grandfather and i plan to restore it but i need to grind off where the end has mushroomed
well done, pretty piece! what type of tool are you using prior to sanding handle? Great Brand, suggest a branding co. online? Also, can you suggest a co online that sells quality 34/36 inch double bit and single bit hickory handles? Best, WB
I also meant to ask, it looked like you were straightening out the edges with a hammer where it may have rolled a bit, is that what you were doing and finally, was that a pnumatic sanding disk you were using to clean up the surface? Thanks again for sharing this process!!
+Valerifon1 , used a hammer to straighten the sides of the axe, NOT THE CUTTING EDGE. That was a pneumatic "polisher" more than a sander. A sander would remove a lot more material. Steel wool would work almost as well.
hey great video i loved it! just a few tips for the future, put wood glue on either side of the wedge before inserting it because it goes in easy and prolongs the life of the axe because when the glue dries it expands, which mushrooms out the top. an alternative to this is to soak the eye with linseed oil which has a similar effect. also be sure put a 2x4 on top of the wedge when you drive it in to put even pressure on the wedge. an easy way to remove gunk off an axe head to to use a wire brush with wd40 and you will remove dirt with removing textures or patina on the head, otherwise well done!
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This is beautiful.. Nothing overdone. Patina left and edge remaster and hung! Boom! What else do you need in life to be happy besides a nice resto!
I love seeing someone that actually knows how to restore an axe job well done to you my sir
Thanks!
@@ReviewOutdoorGear
Nice skills, wish I had them lol.
great video. Well shot, great edits, love it. I have the same axe and its been a favorite for years. It had its original 32" handle when I got it and it was perfect.....then it broke. I just ordered another curved 32 and Ill probably shoot a vid on rehanging it. right now its on a 32" straight and I miss the old curved handle. Hope it turns out as nice as yours did. Cheers
+Bushradical nice!
That is one of the most zen videos I have ever watched. Thank you for posting.
Beautiful...simply beautiful...it's a pleasure to see a true craftsman at work..as things should be..
+Gerald Fallon-Griffin glad you like it!
That video was beautifully, the sharpening gave me chills. Great job on the axe, it looks amazing.
Thanks Nathan!
I really like the True Temper Kelly Perfect. You did great job on restoring it! I'm hoping to find one similar condition to yours. Great video
That was the best looking video I've ever seen on RUclips. You are the most skilled cinematographer and editor I've come across, thank you for shooing and sharing that fantastic video.
Wonderful. Simply wonderful. So inspiring to see such care taken in ones work. Relaxing and most enjoyable. Well done, sir. Thank you.
I'm glad you like it! It was a fun project.
Beautifully shot. Blows my videos out of the water. I’d hate to know how many times you moved the camera. Lol. Subbed.
I like the feel of the video and I admire your attention to bringing the feel of quality to vintage axe restoration as a quality product. My question or maybe suggestion is could you put together something like this but include restoring an original handle? It is incredibly labor intensive to bring a modern handle even close to the craftsmanship of vintage handles so I have been working on restoring some of the dried out but viable old handles. You have a wonderful sense of adding emotion in your editing and music to a truly labor intensive process. As much as anything it is nice how you present your work so regular people will feel why it’s significant.
Good job m8. Its great to see that some people still care about tools. Great music too.
+Ronald Kearn I think it is called "morning mood" by Edvard Grieg
The best and I mean the best Axe sharpening video on RUclips. Sacre nom tonnere !!!
Oh the glory of it all!!! Beautiful bro!!
Thank you +Eric Day
Amazing axe I just have one recommendation it's to use a wooden blocks when u put the wedge in so it doesn't split
Beautiful! Loved both the work and the video.
I have the same axe head, found it while i was Quail hunting. working on restoring it now.
Anyone else get shivers down there spine when he chopped open that package with another axe? 😬
don't know what to admire the axe, the workmanship or that cool vise
Hey how to you keep the wedge in? I'm always trying to drive in screws to create pressure. You just left the wedge as is? Greate video!!!
Just glue
Wow that turned out beautiful 👍😀🇺🇸
I have my grand fathers True Temper and i need to replace the handle......thank for the video it will come in handy.
Beautiful video, I'd like to know the name of every tool used on this axe please. God bless
I would use another block of wood to strike the wedge so it doesn't split. Great video, will help when I hand my axe head👍
Hang*
Where can such a mallet be purchased?
MASTER deBATER. Cut a 10" x 10" chunk off of a Beech (Celtis) limb should produce 2-3 mallet blanks, or you can cut a shillelagh style piece (preferably not from a healthy desirable specimen, but a destined for removal or fallen tree) with the shillelagh style you can be done in one shot just find a nice straight handle sized lateral limb branching off of a good sized leader, 3 cuts, strip bark, carve to shape, bevel head striking surface (round) edges, bake on gas grill wrapped in foil with ends open at 130° until reasonably dry (I never made a mallet, but I made a menacingly intimidating grapefruit shillelagh I could crush bricks and break hollow cement blocks with)
Can't help smiling at that! Nice job.
The music is hilarious, good job on the shots and everything too.
+Sam Wahl thank you
awesome Video Clip !!! What a superb Beauty of an oldtime axe ... and also an extraordinary movie choreography. A good Video doesn't need any explaining words... the Pictures speak for themselves. Awesome! Triple A.
+Erik1970Viking thank you!
good job in everything, with the axe and the video, specially with the music I love it...
What type of file and what grit of stone did you use? It seemed to do a really good job.
Wonderful job, I came across your channel doing research on this axe head :)
Thank you! Glad to have you.
What handle are you using? The ones local don't fit the head enough, have a 1/4" gap at the narrow end of shaft.
Same design true temper axe but different stamping
Got you covered!
I just bought a double edge Kelly true temper from eBay, it's old but I don't think it's ever been used or sharpened. It says "flint edge" on it faintly, hope it turns out as good as yours.
Utterly beautiful. I'm looking for a vintage axe to restore now........
+Stephen Cresswell Thank you!
- Vlad
i use the same technique of scraping with broken glass to remove varnish from the handles. man that axe is in great shape, i never find them like that
I just purchased as a 66th birthday present for myself one of these very axe heads .Cost more in shipping and tax to get it imported to the U.K..The head weight is 3 .5 lb and I am thinking of making a 30 inch handle. I do want to make it as it left the factory so would this be the correct length?? This video is great if you love restoring axes as I do!!!!!
i have an original temper kelly axe, and the handle length is 36″.
@@gavind231 Many Thanks
I just got that same vise. can't wait to get it mounted and use it
We've had this one for about 15 years. Solid.
+ReviewOutdoorGear What vise is that?
+Bushcraft412 Do you know the name of this vice? A lot of people are asking about it and I have no idea what the name is or who makes it...
+Chemistry, Films, and More its a swivel jaw machinists vise. lots of people made them. the vise rotates 360, and the jaws rotate 360 also. very useful. harbor freight makes one that is about $60
Good video, i just redone one of these Kelly Perfect axes i found on an old homeplace..
Very nice!
Beautiful. Awesome video, thanks.
I just finished one just like that,was a bit more pitted/rusty was wondering how old do you think it is?
I’m not sure
Outstanding video!
awsome editing! in my quest to use vintage axes in my work, this one is on my list... and I also want a russian/siberian axe... those are hard to find though! you got a subscriber!
Dang. I love your video style.
Hey, I just realized my axe head is the same as this one. But I put a cheap Lowe’s handle on it instead. It’s also rounded at the top edge but still sharp. Can I ask what length of handle you used and if you recommend trying to get that beautiful shorter edge on it?
I’m gonna buy your sheath as soon as I can as well. Thank you!
Hell of a video. Excellent camera angles. I like using Linseed oil too :)
Question, I saw you put boiled linseed oil on it. Every time I do it, it doesn't dry. My local hardware guy said you have to dilute with mineral spirits 4 to 1....Can you help me out.
How long do you let it sit? It usually takes about 12-24 hours, but this depends on how "dry" the handle was to start with.
+Joe Maloney Also, you have to make sure there is nothing coating the handle before you apply the oil. Often the handles are covered with varnish or laquer. Make sure to remove that beforehand.
very nice video. where did you get that handle from?
Great job on both the vid and the axe!
Was a fun project
Hello, I love this video and this beautiful axe, I would just like to ask if you have any ideas where I would get a head like this because I live in Scotland so these aren't easy to come by?
+Callum Eccles , eBay is the best place i know. Do you have access to Ebay?
+ReviewOutdoorGear, yeah I could have a look but I think most of them have to get posted from America
That is true. Not sure what's available in your area.
+ReviewOutdoorGear I'll have a look about and see what I can find, but thanks for replying and for the great video
+ReviewOutdoorGear, one last question. If I fail to find one like this could you suggest any other axes similar, that I might be able to find over here?
What brand is the handle? Where did you buy it from?
Don't remember the brand exactly, it's some kind of American brand. We bought it at a new/used building materials store locally for about 10 bucks.
Here is the company that makes the handle: www.tennesseehickoryproducts.com/products.shtml
Knew I'd find someone else asking about the handle! Thanks!
Glad you got it!
I'm loving your vice and would love o find one for myself, I don't suppose you could give some some info on it?
Alex Bridger it looks like mine,a Daytona multipurpose
Ron Swanson you are the best 👏
glen marshall not ron swanson
Do you have a reason for not using a steel wedge perpendicular to the wooden one?
+Dane Wade , yes. It is much more difficult to remove later (cant use wood working tools to take it out), and a properly done wooden wedge (with dry handle and wedge wood) does the job very well. Here's a Forum on the question: www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/895331-To-Metal-wedge-or-not-to-metal-wedge-That-Is-The-Question
Beautiful job, thanks for sharing. Where did you find the axe handle? I am inspired enough to restore my TT Kelly Perfect axe and haven’t been able to find a decent axe handle at my local hardware stores.
This is one of the vids that is done properly.
I don't know what I would want more, the axe or the vise.
exellent video!!!!!!!!!I'm finding true temper kelly perfect axe in ebay.but I wonder why vintage axe head are more expensive than brand new jersey pattern axe(counsil tools)Is there another value for kelly axe? I like this axe just beautiful.
+신진호신진호 , it's just a rarity, they are not made like this anymore, and, as far as I understand, they are very high quality.
+ReviewOutdoorGear Oh thank you!
i understand. that's why i can't find other axe like this. it is valueble enough.
I just missed my kelly axe bid blink an eye. I will try another kelly axe.
yeah, if you find a good one - take it!
+ReviewOutdoorGear Hell yeah!! I will!
With the right sized wedge driven in, the handle filled the eye of the axe completely. Since there is - what is it? - about half an inch of wood extending past the front of the axe head, it is even more secure. It wont come loose. There is no need for a metal wedge there.
+Michael Kearney Yup!
does it not weaken the wedge if you hit it with a hammer directly and split it?
It probably does. We should have taken more care putting it in.
you guys did a freakin awesome job nonthless..I am getting a sheath for my small forest axe from u guys soon
+Onix Pyro , awesome! Thank you!
What year is this axe head. I have an identical one and can not figure out the year built
Were you using a piece of glass for the light shavings at 1:33?
+scottsviper23 Yup! It works very well; been doing it for years.
Next project...restore vice.
Great job.
A well presented video. Albeit, I prefer Estwing Axes. Dur to stainless steel axe handles, etc. Cheers, Mate.
Someone please tell me what vise that is. It's the best damn vise i've ever seen.
+Hak Kar , according to +bushcraft412 "its a swivel jaw machinists vise. harbor freight has them. American made is going to cost a few hundred"
ReviewOutdoorGear You're a life saver. Thanks a lot friend.
Very nice work,....I have this axe, only hope I can make it look that good, New subscriber!
I've got that same head as well. Mine has a great patina and it came with a nice lacquered finish to prevent any rusting. Anyway...if yours has a nice patina you might want to give the lacquer a try...it's really beautiful and can easily be removed if you don't like the look...just a thought.
Cody, what do you think of the True Temper Tommy AX?
What size style is your spokeshave? Is it a Stanley?
Is this Axe a Good Splitter or just a Good chooper?
Good chopper.
Hi! can you teach me about that axe handle? i bought seymour link handle but it has a terrible finishing and wrong grain. please recommend good axe handle company.
+신진호신진호 try Tennessee hickory products.
thanks i will!!! please watch my restoration vid!! i purchase kelly!
thanks a lot bro!! i'll try it!
What's the deal with leaving the handle protrusion proud on top of the head?
It allegedly holds the axe head in place a lot better, since it’s harder for that to work its self down into the eye of the axe.
I recently found one of these on my property it belonged to my great grandfather and i plan to restore it but i need to grind off where the end has mushroomed
And THAT kids, is a proper way to rehang and refurb an axe.
Minus the metal hammer he used to drive the wedge..
I always use an endgrain piece of 2x4 so I can hit it flush. Never directly strike the wedge.
And minus burning a nice blister-iffic brand name into the handle.
Great video!
What's the full history of the brand?
I have one that says true temper kelly perfect or anything of that nature
well done, pretty piece! what type of tool are you using prior to sanding handle? Great Brand, suggest a branding co. online? Also, can you suggest a co online that sells quality 34/36 inch double bit and single bit hickory handles? Best, WB
+Willy Breen Thanks! The tool is called a spokeshave. A great company that sells hickory handles is Tennessee Hickory. -Vlad
Awesome video! Btw, what kind of vise is that? I need one like that! :D
I also meant to ask, it looked like you were straightening out the edges with a hammer where it may have rolled a bit, is that what you were doing and finally, was that a pnumatic sanding disk you were using to clean up the surface? Thanks again for sharing this process!!
+Valerifon1 I honestly dont know the make of the vice...wasn't purchased by me...Anyone else?
+Valerifon1 , used a hammer to straighten the sides of the axe, NOT THE CUTTING EDGE. That was a pneumatic "polisher" more than a sander. A sander would remove a lot more material. Steel wool would work almost as well.
+ReviewOutdoorGear Thanks for the response - that was fast! :D atb!
+ReviewOutdoorGear No worries - I love that it's a rotary vise - very cool! Thanks!
very nice job!
Sehr gut gemacht , Klasse .
GRUSS PETER
hey great video i loved it! just a few tips for the future, put wood glue on either side of the wedge before inserting it because it goes in easy and prolongs the life of the axe because when the glue dries it expands, which mushrooms out the top. an alternative to this is to soak the eye with linseed oil which has a similar effect. also be sure put a 2x4 on top of the wedge when you drive it in to put even pressure on the wedge. an easy way to remove gunk off an axe head to to use a wire brush with wd40 and you will remove dirt with removing textures or patina on the head, otherwise well done!
Nice job on that.
Thanks Gary
This is a splitting axe or a chopping axe?
Chopping axe.
great video, liked and subscribed. looking forward to my new axe.
... very nice video , and axe "find" ...
Might this axe be for sale?
Very beautiful
I have the same axe but with the original handle
Nice job!
The music was great !
You dah man! Now you going to chrome, gold, or silver the axe head! Bees waxing/buffing the handle or natural shellacing/buffing?
nicely done...
Where did you get your brand?
Ordered online a long time ago. Don’t even remember where.
nice work
Very nice
Praise God.
Ah yes, perfect indeed!
I bet that would've been such a beauty had you charred the handle
Can someone tell me what he is using at 0:48???
nice restoration, tried to contact you about sheath, but website didn't allow me to submit inquiry.
+Waant Ut it's fixed now! Thanks for letting me know.
Do you have any idea what you've done?!!
+Zach Palmer Uhm... enlighten me.
very impressive movie !
Reminds me of my dad using a piece of glass to shave handle.
Old school method that works very well!
I thought for sure the last step was going to be a swing and a miss and the handle right below the ax taking a severe hit... !