5 STAR $30 Amazon Axe vs $150 Gransfors Buks Axe

[@LumnahAcres]

Mintcraft Camp Axe: amzn.to/2tVqVUR Gransfors Buks Small Forest Axe: amzn.to/2tVh4y7

[@philgreenfly211]

It's Gransfors Bruks dude.....

[@silverghosthunter]

JUST A SUGGESTION, SIX MINUTES PLUS OF NOTHING BUT SANDING IS WAY TO MUCH. MAYBE 30 SECONDS IS MORE LIKE IT. CUT WAY MORE USELESS TIME OUT. YOU SEEM BORED. HOW DO YOU THINK WE FEEL? OVERALL...NICE VID

[@aidenlindsey2995]

Hi

[@ewamyhren1998]

nope its gränsfors bruks not gran

[@madisonjelks5241]

Lumnah Acres kskks

[@SpicySteve-tz2so]

Looking at these old videos of Al, he and the videos have come a long way! I started watching in 2019.

[@ryanrepp2412]

I have a small Forrest axe and a cold steel trail boss. The way I have sharpened the $35 trail boss, it works way better than the small forest, but it’s also slightly longer and way heavier. When I go backpacking, the trail boss will be in my truck. The right tools for the right job. The gransfors is awesome for its size, not for all jobs. Great for backpacking in my opinion.

[@jhtsurvival]

Anyone spending 100 bucks on an axe isn't doing it for function

[@LiL-Top-Hat]

Uhh yea because it's a hatchet 🫵😂

[@bushcraftbeats4556]

"It doesn't bite as hard as the other axe." Because you put an 80* bevel on it.

[@theabyss33]

All ax's are slabs of steel on a stick. Soft steel is easy to sharpen but dulls before you're ready to put it away. More expensive ax's are notoriously difficult to sharpen, but that's because they're made of hardened steel (which allows you to keep swinging with a sharp cutting edge for longer)

[@rebeccamirandilla1448]

Bushcraft Beats 80 degrees ?

[@thiccnicc6601]

its not mintcraft its minecraft

[@that____oppp8829]

@@thiccnicc6601 no just no

[@thiccnicc6601]

THAT____ OPPP How about this. you spelled minecraft wrong

[@roninshogun4eva]

I have 2 Fiskars axes they are around 35 bucks each for the standard size. It will out cut both of those, and it splits 1 foot diameter logs with ease and weighs almost nothing. Best axe I have ever swung in my life.

[@gonetroutfishing]

I have always enjoyed this video... had to watch it again.

[@1975Jdonov]

The most satisfying thing on this video for me was when you cleaned the file the correct way following the grain of the file.

[@LumnahAcres]

Thanks! Lol

[@CainamZiggy]

Old technique that not many people know these days: Use the file on chalk, and purposely load it up. Don't clean it out. The chalk will keep softer materials like low carbon steel and aluminum from gumming the file up as quickly, and it make it much easier to remove. It won't hurt the file.

[@nahnisjourney1406]

I’m going into your library to see what I have missed. I’m enjoying this axe 🪓 comparison. Makes me want to go on Amazon and order myself a $30 axe 🪓 as well. Five years after this video was made, it’s still new to me. Thank you for sharing your beautiful journey! Coastal Georgia Zone 8B!

[@OpossumEmpire]

I’ve noticed when you were swinging both axes,on the small tree, is that the bigger one you was hitting it towards the bottom on the head and not the center. And you did hit the smaller axe in the center. Due to you being used to the smaller one you don’t have to swing as much as you would the bigger one. What if you got used to both then sharpen them to the best of your ability then did another test. Would it have the same bite or a bigger or smaller bite?? Great question?? Would it cut a tree faster or slower??

[@itzjumbo1743]

This video was very high quality and also it has just the right amount of detail and quality showcasing

[@offgridsweden]

I Love the Gränsfors Bruks Axes. Its a really good axe made In Sweden with swedish steel. I live about 300 Miles from where its made.

[@LumnahAcres]

That is awesome! It is a great axe! Is it any cheaper where you live? Have you checked out the factory?

[@offgridsweden]

Lumnah Acres Yes its a bit cheaper. I think the one you got cost about $100 here. Havent been to their factory but I'm to call them to see if they would like a visit and if they would be cool if I brought the camera. That could make an awsome video.

[@LumnahAcres]

That is better pricing! Lol. Yes you better bring your camera that would make a great video!

[@Trracer2]

I live a 40min drive from the factory and did visit in in the late 90's. Was all old-school equipment and they are basically hand forged.

[@Benglator1]

I have 2 axes I purchased at my local Walmart. 1 purchased in 1997 and one in 2005. I still use both today and both of them were less then $40. Chop wood about once a week, sharpen them & clean them after. Give the steel a little oil and they will last you a long time no matter what you pay for them. :)

[@Der_Arathok]

I've experienced aswell, that whatever axe you order cheaply from Amazon is more a wood splitter than an axe. But as you said, through modification one can get a decent axe out of them. Thanks for the video!

[@johnclarke6647]

Where is you splitting round? I never split wood on the ground but sitting up on a round and I split them there. An Elm round makes a great splitting round because it will not split. I use whatever I have and if it splits I get another round from the wood pile.

[@beaud3035]

I've got the same boys Camp axe that I got from Tractor Supply for $22 I think so I basically did the same thing with sanding it and refining the edge and I've had it for 4 years and I love that little axe! Ive actually got one in the garage and one in the barn..

[@505m-s4p]

Barn = Kid In Swedish

[@AzureWolfblood]

@@505m-s4p Barn=Barn in other places, aka big shed

[@DrakeDracoDragon89]

I usually look at durability first. What metal is it made of? How long will the edge last? How long will the whole thing last?

[@Dan-yw9sg]

Lol! I agree! What's with all of the stickers and varnish? Give me something that will do the job! I want quality in the tool and the ability to repair it if I need to. Thanks for sharing!

[@LumnahAcres]

Yes! Thank you!

[@Longsdorff]

A lot of negative comments on this video, but I liked it. Rather than crapping all over the 30 dollar axe just because it's a cheaper option, he takes it for what it is and gives a good, detailed review on what each axe is good for. As for myself, I do a lot of scrap runs hauling off unwanted appliances and other salvage for people who want rid of it. I keep a cheap beater hatchet in my truck. It's a handy tool to have around and if I'm just hacking apart junk I don't want to worry about an expensive tool anyhow. If the handle breaks there's plenty more of them at the discount hardware store for cheap and if the edge gets a chip or two in it in a few minutes with a file shes ready to go again.

[@oldtimer4567]

The choice of what axe someone needs is very simple.If someone makes their living with an axe, then invest in the best their wallet will allow. However, if someone just wants to play "bushcraft", "survivalist", etc. like so many folks on KZbin actually do, then an inexpensive axe is really all they need.

[@paracop35]

this is actually one of my favorite videos

[@kayashmore4296]

Great job on review. The expensive one looks dangerous. Only a professional should use it. Everyday use the $30 one seems more trustworthy. God bless.

[@terranceakerson3480]

You nailed it when you said it wasn't biting as good because the axe is thicker which is better for splitting not chopping.

[@onassignment1]

You also were using a different technique with the smaller ax. Perhaps the difference in the length of the handles?

[@LumnahAcres]

I am sure the handle length has something to do with it too!

[@billmartz4290]

You should have tested the $30 axe as it was when you got it. You spent your time fixing the cheap one. Cheers!

[@englishhomestead]

Great video. I've got the gransfors buks and love it but I've got cheaper axes that I turn to more often because like you i don't want to damage it! One of the best is an old Elwell bought second hand, tidied up and chops like a dream! Great video, just discovered your channel so I'll be going back and watching through a load of them!

[@LumnahAcres]

Thanks! Yes its nice having an assortment of axes! Lol, Its hard to break out the Granfors Buks Ax sometimes! Thanks for subscribing! Hope you enjoy the channel!

[@mathbrown9099]

Al, I watched this today, in honor of Gina’s healing and improvement. You are still the same ol’ Al today. I love this old-timely Al vid.

[@koengeuskens314]

you're not biased at all really nice... and pls swing the gränsfors higher than 20cm above the block you are splitting

[@dalet6250]

That's a timely video for me. I was looking to buy a new handle for mine and they are nearly as much as this axe. You have given me an option I hadn't really considered. I didn't think I could get a decent new axe for that kind of price. Thanks!

[@LumnahAcres]

Perfect timing I guess! Lol, Was pleasantly surprised on how good of an ax for $30! If you get one let me know what you think of it!

[@samnelson4975]

Yes, but not always good, Hand select when you can.

[@MrVailtown]

My Dad carried a double bit axe, one side had a long smooth taper like the 150$ one, & the other bit was a short quick taper for splitting wood. You could claim dangerous, like any tool, just respect what it can do. Like electricity handled properly, great tool, mishandled, kill ya in 3nano-seconds. Like the rattle snake said, you knew what I was when ya picked me up. Check out fermented tops in my other post, been doing it for decades with crock pickles, now it's got a fancy name. Nothing new here, keep it simple.

[@LumnahAcres]

What other post? I am very interested in them? Thanks

[@buddycarroll9641]

Too many bush crafters try to overthink the axe. I have two cheap Collins axes. I love both of them. One is vintage and the other is new. I just split some firewood with the new Collins boys axe and it worked very well. I paid about $22 for the new Collins axe. Don't try to overthink it. My cheap axes are much harder than the wood I'm chopping or splitting. Nuff said. Great vid.

[@NiklasGisi]

Very cool video bud, you did an great job an the axe but I would still prefer the gransfors because it's perfect for chopping and crafting. I think the cheap axe did an great job in splitting because of the long handle, heavy haed and the thick edge. Keep it up making video 👍

[@fernandog.aguirre2791]

don't forget that you paid $ 30 but you spent another two hours or more making the cheap work for you...without the extra labor the cheaper one won't work as good as the other. But I thank for your time and videos! My best for you and your family! I learning a lot from your videos.

[@1994abbygirl]

Doesn't the length of the handle give you more power? Just seemed like the shorter handle didn't have the power behind it like the longer one!

[@LumnahAcres]

Yes the longer handle gives you a more powerful swing with an ax. The Gransfors Buks is a small forest ax you can get a different model too! One of the reasons I bought the $30 one

[@jonugalde1275]

1994abbygirl longer handle or heavier weight give you more power yes, but axe bit angle dictates how does it perform.

[@ders972]

The axe is not nearly as important as the operator. If you can't even swing, don't break the bank, you will get sick of your little hobby soon enough

[@ders972]

Lumnah Acres do you not know it isn't Buks.... jeez

[@brianscott4229]

1994abbygirl szs

[@richardbohlingsr3490]

I went to a Fiskars 36 inch axe and a small hatchet for camping use and with the unbreakable handle. I love them. I also keep a Felco 611 medium tree pruning saw with me and it beats the heck out of an axe. You need to make the edge wider, like 1/2 in wide, for better bite and deeper penetration. I have a Michigan pattern and use it a lot too. If you burn wood and I do, you can't beat a hydraulic wood splitter though. Happy chopping.

[@onewhitestone]

the amazon axe has a longer handle, but a small head, like a hatchet. The forest axe was smaller and had a thinner head. As far as axes go, I would want a bigger head so you can have more weight to power through trees or for splitting wood. The forest axe is more of a hatchet style for camping or trimming tree branches.

[@ceadeses]

My observation was you were much more accurate with the smaller axe than the cheapo except when it came to splitting and that does make a difference. I would buy it , thanks for your effort.

[@LumnahAcres]

Thanks, Yes the Gransfor seemed to be more accurate But I looking forward to using the campers Ax in the outdoor Kitchen!

[@MrScoresby]

Niece review. I liked your application discussion and the mid range angle you filed it to. If you want to fell trees buy two, and hollow grind the cheeks on one and narrow the edge angle on one for better bite. If the steel will can take the narrower edge. Bert

[@LumnahAcres]

Thanks, Good to know! Always good info you share!

[@jamesellsworth9673]

I noticed you had better chopping control over the smaller forest ax than over the big ax. With practice, you may find it is also a good chopper. For splitting, the heavier head as well as the longer handle provide more power. Good instructional video!

[@WhiteCavendish]

I was actually going to recommend tung oil when I saw you were going to use it. Makes a very nice, durable finish.

[@virginiareid5336]

Appreciate you doing a fair comparison.

[@AmericanFoxhoundSami]

The question you should ask yourself is. Do I want a high quality ax that holds the rest of my life or a cheap ax that you must sharpen each time after use. The quality of the steel is completely different. One keeps sharp. The other you need to maintain more. In the long run, quality wins every time.

[@edwardfrankenhoff4548]

Thanks for your thoughts and demonstrations man, I appreciate your expertise and perspective. Mr. Ed

[@buckhunter3513]

Good vid! I'd absolutely LOVE to have a shop like yours (can't tell if it's a shop, or basement, or garage), and all the tools you have colleccted! Can't have enough tools! Keep up the good work.

[@LumnahAcres]

thanks, the shop is in the basement

[@witnesszer0]

the angle you used to shape your blade determines if it will cut into the wood or chop it also

[@jacobrevier53]

With all the effort you put into modifying it, I'd say this is now a 50 dollar axe.

[@daryooshfatemi]

Great job. I would file it four times as you did. Narrowing the blade geometry and pushing the bevel back about 3/8 of an inch. And after sharpening a little bit of stropping is a must to me.

[@fhorst41]

Without reading the other responses, I can guess that it's already been brought up that the comparison is flawed by reason of the handle length. What I am less sure of is whether or not the profile difference has been discussed. The axe you bought appears to have a more or less American pattern head which widens more quickly from the edge than the GFB. This is the reason why it doesn't bite as well. To increase the performance, you may want to profile the taper to a shallow half moon, deeper in the center than the edges, as the USFG recommends for axes of this pattern. Best of luck.

[@realchainrxn]

I picked my axe up at the hardware store for like $35, and I am happy with it... I just put an edge on with the shop grinding wheel and haven't had to sharpen it since.. I've used it on multiple landscape jobs. And p.s. I left the varnish alone.... I can always replace the handle with a better one later. They have nice hickory ones right next to the complete axes anyway.

[@justinsane332]

If you spend 150 for a tool, you should have no fear of using it. That is what it is built for.

[@joshrees6386]

And u might want to think about a chopping block for cutting firewood. Th axe won’t hit the ground and it provides a better surface for cutting on

[@jjtreads5472]

When he said ote, I was like yup he’s Canadian

[@HOARDHUNTER1]

Wow.. I happened to be watching videos in SIDE BY SIDE mode on virtual reality goggles, those woodchips coming off the trees looked awesome in 3D. Thanks for sharing ATB Darren

[@iainnoonan4337]

I liked the video , you were not snooty nosed at all about the grand force axe, you gave the $30 axe a fair try and commented on it fairly , with out being stuck up at all.

[@ThatGuy_Hunter]

Iain Noonan granfors

[@iainnoonan4337]

grantors it is, thanks for the the correction.

[@Devan...]

Hunter Atkinson Gränfors, you forgot the umlaut-a

[@addicted2tone349]

Gransfors lol!

[@iainnoonan4337]

Rodger on that Transfers it is hehe

[@laughharder1214]

This guy is a very good guy he is family friendly and he looks like he loves being s you tuber I have subscribed

[@fatdad64able]

So, now I need two axes. One for sundays, or to go to church with and one to leave in my truck.

[@justicar5]

Fold some old PC case side around a piece of dowel, pinch the dowel in with a vice, nice and tight, then form the steel round the edge, drill some paracord holes, and you can tie it around the head, nice and cheap axe sheath.

[@brandonfoley7519]

Cold steel trail boss is a good buy My absolute favorite considering price and axe size

[@mattjohnston5807]

Same here.

[@gaylewatkins4685]

Great classic video by Al. Honest comparison and loved seeing both axes in use. Awesome job!

[@simidhel]

I was slightly surprised you didn't go with the cheap amazon axe Cody reviewed but I think you've chosen well and it's somewhat bigger. It should make a great general purpose axe and for splitting firewood. You didn't seem to sand all the varnish off the handle on the eye and knob but I think oiling that end grain would benefit the wood? Good review! :)

[@LumnahAcres]

Thanks! Believe it or not, I ordered this axe 2 weeks ago and have had it sitting here waiting for a chance to review it! Lol. Then I saw his video! Lol, We have been keeping busy with the outdoor kitchen. But I figured it was a perfect time to do it while I was waiting for the concrete to dry. Glad you liked it. Yes I think this will make a good dual purpose axe too!

[@simidhel]

I was thinking today that I hope you cut down the trees you tested the axes on, before too long? The trees will be somewhat weakened now, so you wouldn't want them to come down unscheduled / unsupervised? _(if you do finish the job, I hope you film it! :)_

[@samnelson4975]

Where was it made. It has a strong resemblance to a /truper boy's axe.

[@samnelson4975]

15 bucks ar tractor supply, and you get to select the wood.

[@bobbyhill4118]

I got a fiskars chopping axe for about 45 dollars, it actually chops pretty well. Heck I can still whittle with it. I’ve chopped down about 4 small trees, each with about a 5 - 6 inch diameter, and have chopped them up into small pieces to add to my wood pile.

[@garyning7501]

I think the Angle on the 30 dollar ax was too steep that's why the bite was off

[@jfdynamiic2681]

Gary Ning me too

[@Three-Two-Three]

And that's why it split so good

[@matthewwilliams4508]

Preach, he made it seem that the $30 axe was worse but it definitely was his angle and how he was chopping.

[@gri5in862]

Uuuuhhhhhye!

[@kyeg582]

I can't believe I've watched u since the week you started

[@1975Jdonov]

just looking at the profile you can see it is not meant for cutting. You can cut with it but it is more wedge shaped than blade shaped. Heck you can cut a tree down with a hammer if you hit it enough times it doesn't mean you should lol.

[@LumnahAcres]

Lol! That would be a lot of work :)

[@saliston]

1975Jdonov it's a splitting axe not a chopping axe. Different blade geometry

[@KRDR659]

i used to go to the forest, but could not afford and axe so i used a hammer and a chisel to cut down trees

[@KRDR659]

haha

[@MariskaHargitay-19]

I once took down a tree by throwing big rocks at it for a few hours with my friend lol

[@maurycyzych3129]

First of all, You dont know how to use an axe properly

[@jakubguras7699]

ikr

[@KAVINSKY311]

Swinging at the tree like his blindfold

[@aLatios]

First of all, that’s a completely subjective topic and will always be debated no matter how good the person is. So your comment is irrelevant. Second of all, you might only want to say “first of all” if you have a second. Like I just did. Colloquialisms are weird.

[@sonfoku73]

Bernard Zygier oh man i FINALLY found my survival expert teach me sensei!!! So glad I found u on yt

[@imghostly6485]

KAVINSKY311 Why Do you hate, you could hurt his feelings, you never Now if he had a hard life,maybe abused, and he wants to use axes,maybe that relives his stress,or he has bad eyesight,Rude....Stupid bitch

[@cathyhanley8658]

For splitting, we use the Fiskars 36" super splitting axe (under $50.00) We love it!! Huge difference from the traditional axe.

[@huckfinn4260]

You can get a Council boys axe for right about $30. Probably a much better investment. If you like a heavier axe the Council felling axe is under $60. A maul works better for splitting and any cheap one you find will do. I paid less than $15 for a new one at the local hardware store. I got a real nice True Temper axe at the second hand store for $6.

[@haroldsimon3707]

I always used a chainsaw or 2 man crosscut saw to cut down trees and a maul to split with. Usually 10 to 12 cords a year. Used the axe for campfire firewood and lopping small branches after felling the tree. Sawing is much faster for cutting and a maul is much better for splitting.

[@johnfrancisdoe1563]

I like how most of your improvements to the cheap axe are things that could make it cheaper: Don't varnish it, don't add stickers. P.S. If you can't pronounce the Swedish name, you could just translate it to Border Rapids Works.

[@sandro6691]

I bought a $30 dollar axe and reground the profile to have a more acute angle of the chopping edge to match the small forest axe and it chops like a champ.

[@LumnahAcres]

I will have to try that

[@RC_Aviator]

when you realize your 4 minutes into a video watching a guy sand the handle of an axe.... too much internet

[@NikosKatsikanis]

🎉🎉😂

[@AnneluvsKatz]

I learned a couple things about axes today. Thanks 😊

[@bsmith6528]

Y'all can keep your grandfors and amazon axes. I'm perfectly fine with going to my local feed and seed store and buying an axe from them.

[@abyssstrider2547]

Diabeetus Guy I prefer to buy it from a local craftsman. For 30$ you can buy axe that has the quality of a top notch axe.

[@scottsmith6571]

I’ll keep my granfors hand hatchet an wilderness axe 😎

[@codyslawson2313]

I died when you used the little axe to split the wood. It was like "tink". But I do miss chopping wood like i used too. Good video though man👍

[@sethh8892]

There's a reason the saying: "you get what you pay for" still exists...

[@LumnahAcres]

So true!

[@janakiramr7631]

Hey! I was wondering about which axe is the best to cut down eucalyptus trees, I have many growing uncontrollably

[@sammysal3973]

i wonder where they got the name because i thought it was "mine craft" instead of mint craft.

[@christiansxvage9230]

Sammy Sal same here

[@abyssstrider2547]

Joe Vatts He was probably trying to say that it sounded similar to minecraft.

[@boiledpepsi]

How about you get a life and stop cussing out children on the internet.

[@dustinschaefer1]

Good tip, if you do soft jaws like that. Take a minute and wrap some tape around them so they stay in place. That way you wont have to fight it all the time

[@Sl1ppin]

11:45 starts chopping wood, thank me later

[@zag5434]

How do you not get metal shaving in your fingers??

[@ezlactic7812]

I really like your videos and I just started watching

[@paradigmstudiosca]

at the end of the day, you're comparing two very different profiles. The small forest axe is designed for the felling of small trees (hence the thin blade profile - meant for deep cuts when cutting down a tree. Your $30 deal is more of a wedge profile, which is much better suited for splitting. The longer handle and beefier head weight makes this even better. more of a comparison of two different axe types than it is a comparison between two individual axes.

[@henryc.6737]

I like the video. But you don’t tell the handle length or the weight so that makes it hard to compare or the brand of the Amazon axe .

[@snakeintheshadow]

I have two GB axes and had them for over 14 years now. Never needed to resharpen so far, although I use them on a regular basis. I just really like GB for their great axes. Which btw doesn't mean that there aren't any other good axes.

[@jeroenpijpker3842]

Anothet way to get off stickers is with WD-40

[@OpossumEmpire]

And no I’m not hating nor telling you that you are chopping/cutting the way that the smaller axe does better, I understand what I was saying because when your used to a small axe then use a bigger one you can also swing different due to length.

[@MJGEGB]

Just think, you could have bought a Council Tools boys axe.

[@walliehart2055]

I was taught to file in a repetitive motion holding a straight line . Equal time on each side . Equal time in both directions , paying no attention to the profile. So hold the angle and file both sides 1 time in each direction. 2 filings on each side in different directions. Hope i explained it correctly. This way the center of your cutting edge will be longer the top and bottom shorter, while the file line will be straight or perpendicular to the back of your pole axe. I believe this is called a chisel grind. Then dress edge with a fine stone. If you understand me ,then this axe will bite as well if not better than the expensive one. And still split as well if not better. My Grandfather taught me this,its how i still do it. When i swing my cheap axe it sinks deep in the wood. Hope this helps GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS.

[@evephillips6701]

The $30.00 axe looks good and sturdy....Time will tell!

[@LumnahAcres]

It sure will! We will put tit through its paces! :)

[@SKC640]

Thanks I enjoyed this video! The axe may be fine how ever one thing I have learned about cheaper axes.is there are almost no difference in performance with some even hold their edge with the cheaper steal but when it looses the edge the amount of material you have to take off to bring it back. Add this up of the years and 1/4 of the axe head is gone.

[@SKC640]

For myself I am not really picky on the head if it can be sharpened but the handle is what I look at it that's the kicker for me I use to make my own now I grab one at the hardware store that's almost what I want then I shape it to my liking. I don't have one axe that isn't older than me I love them but they handles is what I spend most of my time looking for. I can make my own I am lucky enough to have a wood shop but the amount of time it takes doesn't make it worth it anymore so I buy one but make it my own.

[@Yourlovelyc]

Cutting down trees ain't no game. It looks way harder than I thought haha.

[@LumnahAcres]

No its a workout! Lol, But we all need a work out sometimes! Why pay to go to the gym! :)

[@jfdynamiic2681]

nibblerbites really hard I'm a lumberjack and I still am interested by the tough the wood is

[@jfdynamiic2681]

Lumnah Acres true

[@voldemort660]

Ive used lemon oil. Gives a nice finish and smells great too.

[@IronClad292]

Cutting profile of the cheap Axe is wrong. Also, if you cannot shave with it, it's not sharp.......

[@greatwood9127]

How did you acquire your farm? You said it was abandoned. Is there some weird abandoned property law in new Hampshire or something?

[@aaronwebb7090]

There is a few ways in which abandoned properties can change hands. You can speak to locals and find the owners and buy it from them, a bank could have possession of the property from an outstanding loan and you could buy it from them or the county/state may take ownership if rates remain unpaid and you can buy it from them. I assume it was one of these circumstances.

[@tobiasmills9647]

Lighter fluid/petrol is good for removing stickers

[@dennisst.germaine3497]

Nice job Al, thanks for the review.

[@LumnahAcres]

Yw, Thanks!

[@kevinliveez4192]

where did you get those rags. they look great. :-)

[@LumnahAcres]

Shop rags!

[@TheSilverguy23]

I agree. Keep the $30 Amazon for rougher splitting and chores you do not want to damage your small forest axe. Also the profile of the small forest axe is not conducive to “splitting”. It’s too thin

[@srbontrager]

WD40 also works wonderfully to remove sticker goo.

[@finns23653]

S.R.Bontrager it's my go to

[@sethh8892]

S.R.Bontrager WD-40 and a lighter will also do the trick

[@craigjohnchronicles2504]

For chopping: The $30 Amazon axe bounces twice off The Maple tree in the first three hits. And that’s after sharpening. For splitting, you take big full swings with the longer Amazon axe, and little quarter swings with the smaller GB small forest axe. Not that I even expected the Small Forest Axe to split those big logs in one swing. The Amazon axe has a legit purpose for splitting wood without being a maul. But are you going to make feather sticks with that Head-heavy chunk? Even choking up, that long handle is going to be awkward. The Small Forest Axe is a good all-a-rounder for camping and bushcraft. It’ll split small rounds, fell small deadwood, break down wood into kindling, pencil lead sticks, and feather sticks. It’s perfect for packing. ...I have the Wetterlings 118, which is A bit heavier, and surprisingly good for splitting bigger and thicker rounds.

[@dsjoakim35]

The reason you pay 100+$ for a GB is that you never have to buy another axe. The problem is that you will want to buy more GB axes... I have three, damit.

[@mmironworks80]

Hahaha!! I fully agree. I started with the GB kubben then had to get the small forest axe then about 2 months ago I got a notification email from my local store....low and behold, I now own their scandi as well. I've also had my eye on the mini hatchet!! We'll see what the future holds.

[@dsjoakim35]

@@mmironworks80 I started with a small forest axe, then got a large splitting axe that is absolutely great to work with. And finally their double bit with a long handle to use as a felling axe, but mainly because it looks so damn cool 😊

[@mmironworks80]

@@dsjoakim35 that double bit is a beauty as well.