A Beginner's Guide to Stone Sharpening an Axe

[@sutkeiadam4610]

Thumbs up. No one has ever tell so accurate the sharpening method of an axe as you did. I have ruined the edge of my tomahawk many times and didn't understand why... Now i know it. Thanks a lot.

[@mikesilvajr]

Amazing coaching and tips for sharpening an ax! Much better than anything I have seen previously.

[@mikehamilton9101]

Love your story telling tone to your video’s.

[@BushcraftSisyphus]

Thank you very much!

[@alpaul9700]

THE BEST AXE SHARPENING VID EVER. I knew "no burr, no sharp". The convex edge is new. I was a total flat grind guy. Thanks!

[@bobw8992]

Thanks for the informative and entertaining tutorial. I haven’t touched a sharpening stone since Cub Scouts I’m glad you’ve illuminated the basics without over complicating anything.

[@Mark-nova]

This guy likes axes! That wall...

[@brockaiello1594]

That's great, I just went and got a couple of files and stones from my Grandfather's tool box and you just mentioned to go look ❤️. Your awsome 😂

[@philcowdall9399]

Best axe sharpening video I've seen. Thanks man!

[@amenhotepiv6195]

You are the man. Thanks for the Master class and regards from Spain

[@lears6169]

Excellent! I wish I watched your video first. Thank you.

[@TimothyLadeairous]

Using a piece of wood is such a great tip, thanks!!

[@BrassCatcher365]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! This video was extremely educational for me. I just got a cheap hatched from harbor freight to do use as a beater and to learn sharpening with before I try and maintain my expensive stuff.

[@tonyquinn4971]

Over here in the UK , Loved ,loved your tutorial . Superb ,ps love your Axe collection in the foreground, The passion shows : Tony

[@BartleyTroyan]

Excellent work. You're a great teacher. Love the Spaceballs reference. Thank you!

[@fludey999]

I love your passion and it shows in your films. Thank you for helping and the time you spend on making very detailed filming 🙏🏻

[@user-gi3xj8nz3s]

What a great detailed video. Keep up the good work. I learn something new today and what I have been doing wrong all this time. 😊

[@andrewlane990]

Excellent and informative video! I am new to actually starting to take care of my axes and your videos have been very helpful. Thank you!

[@roykremer9357]

Really liked your no nonsense approach,you gave good honest advice which I will use.Thankyou for sharing your skill and knowledge.

[@BushcraftSisyphus]

Thanks and welcome!

[@firstofthreeburks]

this video came up as a next play and I just let it go. I didn't realize how long it was! lol. I'm glad I watched it all the way through though, such good information! Thank you for this

[@rickwilliams9350]

Fabulous video for guys like me. Thank you !

[@flaviodasilva2022]

Thanks a lot for the video. It was a very good and detailed explanation. I know how to sharpen knives nad straight razors, but axes i'm a begynner. Let's sharpen some axes now.

[@bladesandbows1521]

The practicality that you bring is refreshing... Good stuff 👍

[@BushcraftSisyphus]

Thank you sir! “In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s there are few.” ― Shunryu Suzuki

[@KevinsDisobedience]

Very thorough. I’m glad to see someone else recommend using wedges under the axe to stabilize the head. You’ve pretty much landed right where I have with the exception of the stone. I do like DMTs flattening stone, but otherwise I don’t really like diamond stones. But to each his own. Happy sharpening.

[@BushcraftSisyphus]

I like them because they are fast. But there are better stones for higher finishes and honing for sure.

[@KevinsDisobedience]

Cool, I just started an axe channel if you want to take a look. My issues with diamond stones is that they cut fast for a short time then the diamonds wear down quickly and they don’t cut well. But I know guys like you who know what they’re doing that swear by them.

[@jdisdetermined]

@@KevinsDisobedience ​ Have you tried a resin bonded diamond stone, like a Venev? Abrasives are suspended all throughout a layer of resin. They’re more expensive up front, but they last exponentially longer and stay *very* consistent throughout their lifecycle.

[@samhotstick13.28]

Very detailed and great job at explaining this. I've been sharping knifes and axes for a long time but you had some good tips.

[@Brettjudo]

Thank you! I've been having a rough time using stones and files to properly sharpen the Basque Axes. I will try this out.

[@BushcraftSisyphus]

The BURR is the WURD 👍

[@MrSabram07]

Great video! Thank you very much. Exactly what I'm looking for

[@jeffreyrubish347]

Thanks, axe man! This is some very comprehensive info on sharpening.

[@_BigLife_]

Great video I will have to find the other one as well. I remember having very knowledgeable scout masters and getting my toten chip 😂 . I have been asking buy a few friends to put together a series of videos on how i hang, restor, and sharpen my axes. I will most likely be doing that in the next few weeks. When I do, may i tag you and link these videos?

[@danielmierop662]

Thank you! I like your teaching style and thoroughness.

[@neillawson4252]

Feels like Iam getting the touch slowly but surely ,great video right let’s chop some wood 👀

[@TroyJScott]

This video really helped me. Thank you. Liked and Subbed

[@longlimboy]

This is the single best, most comprehensive and accurate, succinct and relevant video I've come across in my first year of learning to sharpen axes and knives. Also delightfully captivating. You're like a story teller. I find it super super hard to believe 9 people downvoted this, what the f*@# is there to down vote here lol

[@johndenuccio3102]

Get to the point already

[@Metalhead-4life]

Down vote? There's no such thing as a down vote. Thanks to Pedo Joe down voting is a thing of the past!

[@Metalhead-4life]

@@johndenuccio3102 speed it up, I don't watch ANY yt videos over 8-10 minutes at 1x

[@couldbenicer3199]

I disagree he talked around the point way too often

[@beavercreekwoodcraft8134]

Keep that great content coming!

[@donaldensley6267]

Good stuff, thanks for sharing.

[@deanoboland]

Great work on video mate greetings from spain 👍👍👍

[@bustosraul1]

I have so waited for more videos thank u all so love my lfa razor edge

[@robmartin5452]

Oh man!!! First off great video! You really laid it out clear for us all. But when you dubbed in Dark Helmet, lol. That was next level shit! Bravo! Thanks again for the info. It definitely helped me improve my sharpening abilities!

[@BushcraftSisyphus]

I'm my own best friend.

[@mrayro501]

Your amazing man, thank you for sharing.

[@arielhazan3605]

Excellent.

[@Utking3]

Amazing video, thank you!! Accurate and on point! And off topic, you are an amazing story teller, voice and everything. You could easil been in a movie, batman or something. Or if you're not the best on screen actor try video game voicing or something :)

[@modemode3663]

They gone plaid, great show

[@silby77]

Thank you!!!

[@DozeyDragoN]

So great information 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 Did not get fast enough, what sharpening stone you have used the main time. Can you say it again? 600 grit on the fine side? What on the coarse? Best regards, Jan 🌳⛺️🌲

[@BushcraftSisyphus]

That is a DMT DiaSharp Course/Fine 6in bench stone. They rate it at 325/600 grit.

[@MrSabram07]

What type of axedge do you prefer and what does an axedge do?

[@modemode3663]

Am new to reprofiling. Found a norlund what I think is a cabin, was wondering which video has that info in it thanks again

[@BushcraftSisyphus]

My new video on the hatch will be more about reprofiling

[@modemode3663]

@@BushcraftSisyphus thanks can't wait

[@Mucksiegooma]

Thank you. One more question, I have an old True Temper Camper Axe. The head got corroded from improper storage. I cleaned it up and painted the head years ago. I just got done cleaning it up and removing the paint. The pock marks still remain, but that adds character. Should I apply anything to the axe head to prevent corrosion. I heard that bee's wax might work. Can you offer an opinion? Thank you in advance.

[@BushcraftSisyphus]

Gun oil, WD40, drying oils like lineseed/flaxseed oil, and waxes (most of which usually contain some proportion of beeswax) are all effective guards against corrosion.

[@Mucksiegooma]

@@BushcraftSisyphus Thank you very much.

[@alldaytony2751]

I don't want my edge razor sharp. But I do like my hand axe razor sharp, i use it for food or smaller task.

[@dermotmcgreevy5220]

Then your tool isn't as efficient as it could be

[@MrBucidart]

Thanks for the video, I watched it twice, ... Can I use this same technique on a Estwing stainless camp axe?

[@BushcraftSisyphus]

Yes it will work just fine 👍

[@MrBucidart]

@@BushcraftSisyphus She's in bad shape a 5.00 yard sale find, I'll start on her tomorrow , thanks

[@hotpoker4212]

Greetings from the Emerald Isle of Ireland 🇮🇪🇮🇪,can I use these stones,to sharpen my fiskers x27 x25 and the fiskers isocore 8 lb splitting maul,

[@dermotmcgreevy5220]

@@hotpoker4212 this method works for any edged tool, but fiskars come with a really flat grind so i recommend you just do straight swipes keeping the angle flat. It's not like different companies tools just can't be sharpened so it's sort of an obvious question you are asking.

[@dermotmcgreevy5220]

Or you can do this and create a convex on your edge and that's 100%

[@568843daw]

I need some advice. I sharpened my old Sater Banko 3.5 lbs axe head, but it bounces off tree bark. I tried using it on a Douglas Pine and it just will not bite into the tree. I think sharp is great but perhaps the geometry of some axes needs consideration. What are your thoughts?

[@jantz01]

Lol. You are correct I found a stone in my grandparents garage

[@theguy5333]

Is 400/1000 grit good for an axe with a used edge?

[@CarlosRamirez-we8zi]

My dad a old oil stone I wish I kept it along with his Kabar U.S.N. from WWII ASIAN PACIFIC CAMPAIGN 😢

[@seabreezecoffeeroasters7994]

Under Subscribed channel. Sometimes woodworker and ok chisel/plane sharpener but my Axes were crap :)

[@johnclarke6647]

They probably saw their barber strop his razor one time, when they still shaved your neck and misinterpreted what he was doing.

[@richkeagy8907]

I think The Rail Splitter was making a joke about taking all that time to sharpen his axe, for he really knew his axe. He knew how long it'd take to cut down a tree and if given way too much time, he'd tend his axe in a leisurely manner. I'd bet his axe was already sharp. Possibly polished.

[@larsvab3690]

What do you think of using 1095-1084 hc steel for an axe edge?

[@kurts64]

I think snow and neally uses 1084, apparently it goes well. I think 1084 would be the pick for a felling axe.I've used 1095 for both axes and knives, pay attention to your heat treat and tempering and aim for about 55-57 hrc. You could go higher but may risk chipping in hard wood. If it's something like a light carving axe for softer woods I'd take it to 58/59. Hope this helps.

[@larsvab3690]

@@kurts64 thank you!

[@amandaramalho6609]

I got an old ass one from my papa and a newish one from my dad in the basement lol

[@Mucksiegooma]

What stones are you using?

[@BushcraftSisyphus]

In this video I'm using a DMT Dia-sharp two sided stone (course/fine)

[@Mucksiegooma]

@@BushcraftSisyphus Is a extra fine/extra extra fine DMT stone overkill for getting a nice polished edge?

[@BushcraftSisyphus]

@@Mucksiegooma When one is seeking the Jedi Edge, there is no overkill! People go all the way up into the 10-15k range sometimes so why not.

[@daboy1246]

Mans says go look for your dads toolbox… I gotta go find my dad first 😬

[@tommcqueen3145]

👍🙂

[@druiddeb]

If you DO take your axe to.the stone... Don't sharpen it like a knife hehe. Use the same circular motion 😉

[@chrisrb7876]

Lmao. I couldn’t keep my arm from trying to move in a circular motion.

[@JPazer]

I never check the burr with my fingers. I just sharpen until it starts telling me controversial jokes about women.

[@magillanz]

skip past the first 5 1/2 minutes, he does waffle on a bit

[@Metalhead-4life]

Bruh I neither have a Barn or a dad, hell I don't even have a grandpa! So I guess your just gonna have to make me a Lamaca hatchet, I don't have a small axe yet. Oh and throw in a hat while you're at it :)

[@taewankim6283]

Did you just saber grind the axe bit? If you were going to that just buy Fiskars axes. You just fukctup that axe.

[@rickhill56]

Hard to believe these idiots have a say how the most powerful country on the planet , should be run. What happened?

[@chrisnaples2838]

For God's sake Man Get on with it !!

[@evanmayhew5519]

I clicked off your video because it took you 45 minutes to get to the point fyi

[@donboss4465]

Blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah,

[@couldbenicer3199]

Too much talking around the point. Dislike sorry

[@ovlasburning6605]

What stone do you use to sharpen?

[@magnoliamike]

1.)You could either use a series of whetstones. ( synthetic or natural ) . 2.) A Diamond Plate 3.) A File 4.) A Bench Grinder 5.) An Angle Grinder Pick YOUR POISON ☠️ ⚔️