I have the 13” and it’s amazing. I have two Grunsfors Bruks and they are great axes but more often than not I take my 13” Nedfoss. Unbelievable geometry in the handle. Just plain fun to use. Amazing products for the price.
I've been using a good old Home Hardware Task brand hatchet for a couple or maybe even 3 years now. It was only 9 bucks and came shaving sharp. I have been super happy with it. It didn't come with a mask though so I had to diy one. Thanks for sharing the Ned Foss hatchet there mark. It will be interesting to see how it holds up over a longer period of time.
I have more than a few budget hatchets and axes including Fiskars and Garant and others with no brand on them. With a little work they all perform well enough. Thanks for commenting
Grain pattern matters. In the last three years, I have built over 25,000 cabinets with my hickory handled rubber mallet. I went to three hardware stores before finding the best handle. Also, grain lines was the first thing I looked at when my Gransfors axe arrived in the mail.
Mark, I have a Council Tool 24" Boys Axe (sport utility grade).... 2.5# head, hickory handle with a perfectly straight grain, USA made, $65..... sanded it, flame burnished it, linseed oiled it, it has a nice after-market sheath.... sweet for the money, and very good quality!
I have been looking at the Council Tool Hudson Bay axe sport utility grade. Also a very high value. I have been gifted a Pack Axe by my wife. Very high-end. Almost afraid to use it. Thanks for commenting
Good review, Mark. Now I know what to look for in an axe. I wish you would review the Estwing leather Sportsmans axe. It's american made and has been around for a while.
@@Thom-d7r I've tried the all steel handled full size Estwing axe... they have such a fine narrow blade... they cut deep.. that's fine if you're cutting down a tree.. but not great for splitting as the blade just sinks deep. Not sure how the blade stands up to extended use, just my thoughts on trying one out. Fiskars axes are incredible in every way...super durable.. built to be used as an axe
I feel the Estwing axes are a great chopper but not so much for bushcraft as they are harder to grip around the head. Still, if I can get one I will test it out for a review. Thanks for commenting
Mark I have 2 of their knives I like both of them1's a short Kiuri The other one is a outdoors knife that one I had to file the spine to remove the coating Both are D2 steel and I have had them about a year now I like both use the smaller one all the time fishing biking day hiking
G'day Mark, nice to see a hatchet on the channel mate. To be honest I dont spend a lot of moolah on them ; ) In fact I sometimes rehandle and rejuvenate old heads discarded by others. I do like that this one is on the weighty side, since I dont tend to pack carry them. Like the handle profile too. Maybe a bit thick in the girth, but hey, easier to take a bit off than add a bit on ; ) Good point on the grain, those growth rings reminded of farmed pine straight away. Though cant say I'm surprised by the 45-ish angle, I've seen supposed quality hickory jobs much the same in that rspect. I can understand double straight metal wedges, though double round does set the alarm bells off. Still, for the dough, not bad, that'd be near on X7 price these days, (here anyway), and you can pay similar dosh for a mask alone, ..... ultimately time will tell ; ) Cheers Duke.
Good point on the price. A person could have a "traditional" looking hatchet of far quality for a reasonable price. Could be that some of the negative review are from people expecting something closer to the Swedish axes. Thanks for commenting Duke
As someone who makes hafts from various raw wood i believe you'll find over time that the head will indent the haft at the base of the head causing looseness that's unfixable. At that point you can replace it with some actual hardwood 😊
At 71 and with arthritis setting into my hands, I've found larger hafts on tools like this more comfortable. YMMV, of course, just thought I'd mention it....
I can appreciate that as I am developing arthritis in the hands myself. That is part of the reason I find a small haft better. Takes less work to hold on to. Thanks for commenting
I understand why some people prefer classic looking axes and knives (leather sheaths, wooden handles, and so on) but I don’t mind knives and axes like Mora or Fiskar. The plastic Mora sheaths or the Fiskar handle and head design doesn’t really bother me. Sometimes the Chinese companies come up with random and odd names, I wouldn’t be surprised if they had called it "dental floss outdoor hatchet"……..😉✌️🇺🇸🇨🇦✌️
Dental Floss Hatchet, Now that is an image. I started out with Fiskars (and still have them). They are almost indestructible. Steel is a bit soft but easy to sharpen. Thanks for commenting
Even if that axe shaft is beech which I doubt that wouldn’t be the best choice as it doesn’t absorb shock very well compared to Hickory. Beech is also prone to shrinkage and distortion.
Are they not making these with the bearded bit anymore? I feel the beaded version is ergonomically better for performing small camp tasks and looks way nicer imho
Online purchasers cannot look at the grain in the haft nor the general quality or condition of the cutting surfaces. Some things are better bought in person. I got a perfectly serviceable hatchet at Harbour Freight in the USA. I bought it by the haft. The cutting edge needed work.
I haven't looked at where Beech falls in the wood hardness lineup, but that grain size looks like pine, even if Beech is relatively hard... no wonder some reviews comment on the head working loose sooner than expected. Great looking axe though. OK.. just did a quick search for Beech Hardness and it's about equal to Maple. Better than Birch and slightly less than Oak so decent enough for a hatchet... somewhat shock resistant... if only the grain was tighter.
When it’s a Chinese company that uses a very white, woodsy sounding name, especially a person's name, I wouldn’t trust anything they say. I know you can say it’s just marketing, but to me it’s being dishonest. However, that doesn’t mean it’s terrible for $70, and some of the mixed reviews could just be from some people misusing it. Tough to call . Oh, and I like thicker handles, both for fit, and strength with cheap wood.
G'day Jim, fair comment mate !!!!. Incidentally, kinda weird here in oz, you tend to get real cheap Chinese made hardware store jobs, or step up to a Gransfors or Hultafors. Yes there are some, though not a great deal in the middle. Personally, with anything, I put cheapos, (but tested and adequate "get out of strife" jobs), in the vehicle emergency kit, ...i.e. unfortunately, in case of burglary. And keep the more premo stuff for home and camping. As you say, this one is a tough call where it sits ; ) Cheers Duke
@@eyeofthetiger4184 here the hardware stores mostly carry those garden store ones. Just a dash below this one. Cheap but predictable, but not dirt cheap. Sadly I have to live in a big city for a couple more years. So I have zero reason to keep one in my car. Maybe in a couple years though. 🤞🏻
@@jimf1964 Mate, ... I made it as far as big city outskirts a few year back .... a fringe town, ..... gotta say quite a relief, ..... the folks are better, (but still gotta watch out for misguided youth), less traffic, more nature, blah blah. The very best of luck gett'n out of there ... when your time comes ; )
@@eyeofthetiger4184 problem is we have special needs kids. So we need to be near services. Otherwise I’d literally be off grid. But we’ll find a compromise. So you down south where it’s cooler, or up north where it’s boiling?……that’s so backwards btw
Hi Jim. All my negative comments aside, this has been a "not bad" tool, so far. It can be hard to cut through the BS to see the value in something. Hard to say if some of the negative reviews are legit. May be QC issues as well. Thanks for commenting
Personally, I wouldn't invest in an ax that isn't fully tempered. Vigorous chopping will spread the eye just as hammering with the poll will. It's a pretty little thing.
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I know nothing about axes, so I thank you for making it clear to me what to look for in an ax
Glad it was helpful. Thanks for commenting
I have the 13” and it’s amazing. I have two Grunsfors Bruks and they are great axes but more often than not I take my 13” Nedfoss. Unbelievable geometry in the handle. Just plain fun to use. Amazing products for the price.
Thanks for commenting
Good review Mark👍
Thanks Wade
Thank You. Cheers from Poland.
Most welcome. Thanks for commenting
I've been using a good old Home Hardware Task brand hatchet for a couple or maybe even 3 years now. It was only 9 bucks and came shaving sharp. I have been super happy with it. It didn't come with a mask though so I had to diy one. Thanks for sharing the Ned Foss hatchet there mark. It will be interesting to see how it holds up over a longer period of time.
I have more than a few budget hatchets and axes including Fiskars and Garant and others with no brand on them. With a little work they all perform well enough. Thanks for commenting
Grain pattern matters. In the last three years, I have built over 25,000 cabinets with my hickory handled rubber mallet. I went to three hardware stores before finding the best handle. Also, grain lines was the first thing I looked at when my Gransfors axe arrived in the mail.
Right on. It is a mark of quality and knowledge on the part of the maker. Thanks for commenting
Thanks for sharing about this cool hatchet. 👍 Take care my friend and Cheers!
Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for commenting Dave
Mark, I have a Council Tool 24" Boys Axe (sport utility grade).... 2.5# head, hickory handle with a perfectly straight grain, USA made, $65..... sanded it, flame burnished it, linseed oiled it, it has a nice after-market sheath.... sweet for the money, and very good quality!
I have been looking at the Council Tool Hudson Bay axe sport utility grade. Also a very high value. I have been gifted a Pack Axe by my wife. Very high-end. Almost afraid to use it. Thanks for commenting
Great Demo & Thoughts On This Mark ! Looking Forward To The Follow Up Demo ! ATB T God Bless
Thanks for commenting Terry
Good review, Mark. Now I know what to look for in an axe. I wish you would review the Estwing leather Sportsmans axe. It's american made and has been around for a while.
@@Thom-d7r I've tried the all steel handled full size Estwing axe... they have such a fine narrow blade... they cut deep.. that's fine if you're cutting down a tree.. but not great for splitting as the blade just sinks deep. Not sure how the blade stands up to extended use, just my thoughts on trying one out. Fiskars axes are incredible in every way...super durable.. built to be used as an axe
I feel the Estwing axes are a great chopper but not so much for bushcraft as they are harder to grip around the head. Still, if I can get one I will test it out for a review. Thanks for commenting
Mark I have 2 of their knives I like both of them1's a short Kiuri
The other one is a outdoors knife that one I had to file the spine to remove the coating
Both are D2 steel and I have had them about a year now I like both use the smaller one all the time fishing biking day hiking
I originally wanted to test one of their knives but they wanted to send the hatchet to me. Thanks for commenting
Thanks for the review. They are priced pretty nicely on amazon
Thanks for commenting Alex
G'day Mark, nice to see a hatchet on the channel mate.
To be honest I dont spend a lot of moolah on them ; ) In fact I sometimes rehandle and rejuvenate old heads discarded by others.
I do like that this one is on the weighty side, since I dont tend to pack carry them.
Like the handle profile too. Maybe a bit thick in the girth, but hey, easier to take a bit off than add a bit on ; )
Good point on the grain, those growth rings reminded of farmed pine straight away. Though cant say I'm surprised by the 45-ish angle, I've seen supposed quality hickory jobs much the same in that rspect.
I can understand double straight metal wedges, though double round does set the alarm bells off.
Still, for the dough, not bad, that'd be near on X7 price these days, (here anyway), and you can pay similar dosh for a mask alone, ..... ultimately time will tell ; ) Cheers Duke.
Good point on the price. A person could have a "traditional" looking hatchet of far quality for a reasonable price. Could be that some of the negative review are from people expecting something closer to the Swedish axes. Thanks for commenting Duke
As someone who makes hafts from various raw wood i believe you'll find over time that the head will indent the haft at the base of the head causing looseness that's unfixable. At that point you can replace it with some actual hardwood 😊
Right on. Great tip. Thanks for commenting
Good video Mark , thanks for sharing YAH bless !
Thanks for commenting
At 71 and with arthritis setting into my hands, I've found larger hafts on tools like this more comfortable. YMMV, of course, just thought I'd mention it....
I can appreciate that as I am developing arthritis in the hands myself. That is part of the reason I find a small haft better. Takes less work to hold on to. Thanks for commenting
now i know my mistake, i always bought indoor hatchets,
I was starting to type the same thing but You beat me to it haha!
@@4StonesHandcraft hehehe, the title invites to it
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I can’t understand why other family members are upset about me using my indoor hatchets in the living room….
@@4StonesHandcraft maybe they are upset about what you are hacking to pieces
I understand why some people prefer classic looking axes and knives (leather sheaths, wooden handles, and so on) but I don’t mind knives and axes like Mora or Fiskar. The plastic Mora sheaths or the Fiskar handle and head design doesn’t really bother me. Sometimes the Chinese companies come up with random and odd names, I wouldn’t be surprised if they had called it "dental floss outdoor hatchet"……..😉✌️🇺🇸🇨🇦✌️
Dental Floss Hatchet, Now that is an image. I started out with Fiskars (and still have them). They are almost indestructible. Steel is a bit soft but easy to sharpen. Thanks for commenting
Even if that axe shaft is beech which I doubt that wouldn’t be the best choice as it doesn’t absorb shock very well compared to Hickory.
Beech is also prone to shrinkage and distortion.
I agree. Thanks for commenting
Thank you.
Most welcome. Thanks for commenting
Are they not making these with the bearded bit anymore? I feel the beaded version is ergonomically better for performing small camp tasks and looks way nicer imho
As far as I know they are still making the bearded style. Thanks for commenting
Online purchasers cannot look at the grain in the haft nor the general quality or condition of the cutting surfaces. Some things are better bought in person. I got a perfectly serviceable hatchet at Harbour Freight in the USA. I bought it by the haft. The cutting edge needed work.
Yes, exactly. That is the reason I showed it. Thanks for commenting
As opposed to the normal indoor hatchets 😂
LOL...yeah, marketing. Thanks for commenting
I haven't looked at where Beech falls in the wood hardness lineup, but that grain size looks like pine, even if Beech is relatively hard... no wonder some reviews comment on the head working loose sooner than expected. Great looking axe though. OK.. just did a quick search for Beech Hardness and it's about equal to Maple. Better than Birch and slightly less than Oak so decent enough for a hatchet... somewhat shock resistant... if only the grain was tighter.
I would be okay with beech wood if the grain is tighter. So far, no issues with this one. Thanks for commenting
I'm sure they sent you a "HAND PICKED" better than most specimen !!!! Just saying folks.
G'day mate, I reckon its somewhere between likely and probably .... nah, you got me ..........surely ; )
Cheers Duke.
Possibly, but I have had other companies send items I had to return due to flaws. Thanks for commenting
Sincerely, I am younger than you and fatter with ugly hands. Your hands are looking good. As always a good, fair review.
I appreciate the comment but these old hands can get quite achy with arthritis. Thanks for commenting
When it’s a Chinese company that uses a very white, woodsy sounding name, especially a person's name, I wouldn’t trust anything they say. I know you can say it’s just marketing, but to me it’s being dishonest. However, that doesn’t mean it’s terrible for $70, and some of the mixed reviews could just be from some people misusing it. Tough to call .
Oh, and I like thicker handles, both for fit, and strength with cheap wood.
G'day Jim, fair comment mate !!!!. Incidentally, kinda weird here in oz, you tend to get real cheap Chinese made hardware store jobs, or step up to a Gransfors or Hultafors. Yes there are some, though not a great deal in the middle. Personally, with anything, I put cheapos, (but tested and adequate "get out of strife" jobs), in the vehicle emergency kit, ...i.e. unfortunately, in case of burglary.
And keep the more premo stuff for home and camping. As you say, this one is a tough call where it sits ; )
Cheers Duke
@@eyeofthetiger4184 here the hardware stores mostly carry those garden store ones. Just a dash below this one. Cheap but predictable, but not dirt cheap.
Sadly I have to live in a big city for a couple more years. So I have zero reason to keep one in my car. Maybe in a couple years though. 🤞🏻
@@jimf1964 Mate, ... I made it as far as big city outskirts a few year back .... a fringe town, ..... gotta say quite a relief, ..... the folks are better, (but still gotta watch out for misguided youth), less traffic, more nature, blah blah.
The very best of luck gett'n out of there ... when your time comes ; )
@@eyeofthetiger4184 problem is we have special needs kids. So we need to be near services. Otherwise I’d literally be off grid. But we’ll find a compromise.
So you down south where it’s cooler, or up north where it’s boiling?……that’s so backwards btw
Hi Jim. All my negative comments aside, this has been a "not bad" tool, so far. It can be hard to cut through the BS to see the value in something. Hard to say if some of the negative reviews are legit. May be QC issues as well. Thanks for commenting
Progressive
Thanks for commenting
Personally, I wouldn't invest in an ax that isn't fully tempered. Vigorous chopping will spread the eye just as hammering with the poll will. It's a pretty little thing.
I agree. I found the way they heat treated this a bit strange as well. Thanks for commenting