How to sharpen and re- profile your axe with a file ,for the everyday person

[@algelpi1576]

Thanks so much Billy. My son just purchased 45 acres in Seminole, Alabama. I’m retired and assisting him with his land. I absolutely love your commentaries and educational video’s. I’ve purchased some old throw away axes and new files to follow your video’s. Wow I really enjoy the gritty hard work and appreciate how sharp I’ve been able get the axe. Hopefully I can find old rusty HB and bring it back to life. I’ll send a pic after I’m done. Thank you, god bless. Al

[@danielwancio3919]

Professor holding class, everyone pay attention cause it's really good

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Daniel Wancio lol ha ha ha. Love it

[@jamesbrandongooch]

All you people out there that have lost folks that could have taught you this: this is it friends. He’s teaching us. At least for me, and I sure appreciate it!

[@dukenurse1123]

Bob Ross of Axes. Nothing better, I have watched hours of you sharpening and teaching. Thank you.

[@daw162]

I file mine and then stone if needed. It's easier to keep the cheek profile right with a file, but it's also easy to cut yourself, too!! We never used an axe when I was a kid, either - not right, at least. It was a handle with a polled head on it to beat things, we split wood with a maul and cut it with a chainsaw, but I've come to appreciate hand tools later and the whole idea of geometry and edge finish/sharpness. at 3:00 - that's what we would've called the root profile. Good for axing tree roots in the middle of the dirt!! I've eased the cheeks on all of mine and they have just enough left to keep them from sticking but not enough to keep them from penetrating. They're a joy to use. It's important to protect the edge, but the geometry is more important than the particular method used to finish the edge.

[@daw162]

getting in a little further, I see you're preserving splitting use....

[@gray666machine]

Buckin. What A Masterpiece. I have been inspired to get down to the shed and create my first axe using a vintage head that was donated to me from the father in law. Thank You.

[@mikeylikesit5131]

Buckin' you are the man! Refering us to others for custom axes, but we all want an ax made by "The man, the myth, the Legend" Mr. Buckin himself!

[@evanstcyr3513]

Buckin you’ve got the most friends than any man alive.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Evan StCyr I feel that way lol. Love to you and your closin” s

[@pilkpulk8284]

@@BuckinBillyRaySmith this is a fine masterpice of a axe!the shoulder looks realy unique.i woud make an H wedgein to lock the head...very nice work,i love what you doing!

[@andrassalfay5869]

Still pure gold. My grandfather's axe, 3 of them were never been happier. In 2022 it's a trend to throw away old stuff and replace with cheap new. You instead inspire people to priorize quality and real value, true things in life. I have more words to say but they are needless, cause your content says them all. This is it!

[@BCJerbs]

I very much appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us Mr.Billy...i just was gifted a 4 1/2 H B 32inch felling axe for upcoming bday...thanks for sharing this video cause this want this edge on my axe....ive been looking for one like this for the better part of my recovery (8th year clean)and man it is so so nice! Love it! Watching from the Cowichan Valley! Cheers, Jerbs 👍🏼🇨🇦🔥🔪🔥🇨🇦👍🏼

[@pavelsicreru9533]

Хорошая работа, купил новый топор, начал болгаркой, но быстро понял что не серьезно это. Просмотрел много роликов, и ваш самый толковый, старая школа. Респект из молдовы

[@lindasimons691]

Suddenly finding myself having to learn a whole bunch of new skills I never thought I'd have to. Wish me luck and thank you for your help.

[@A.J.Collins]

There is so much division in our world. It is nice to have folks like you who are sharing and helping to bring us all closer together.

[@gordonhenderson1194]

Bit late to the party, but massive thanks for the shout out from Scotland. Means so much to us.

[@ronkay1573]

I have both my Grand dad’s axes. One a single-bit and the other a double-bit. Both were Loggers back when axes, cross-cut saws, and mules were all that was available.

[@joshuamacha2150]

Dude, the fact that you do all this real deal stuff and gritty hard work, and are still a sweetie is amazing. Keep spreading the love brother

[@franknelson5231]

Hello Bucking. For you, that's not just an ax filing and sharpening. No, it's a ceremony, it takes time, experience, and love for work. Just great to watch you learn something again Thank you! Best regards from Germany my friend stay healthy !!!! 👍✌️🌲🌲🌲

[@ebbios]

Stumbling upon billy ray channel is one of the best thing ever happened in my youtube learning process. So many things I have learnt

[@putfilesnfriend1]

same same.. he got me onto the powersaws

[@KN-vh5xp]

Every Axe I’ve watched you build out of the scrap yard has been Art! Brother!! Thank you for being on KZbin! Love ya man tell ur fam hi!

[@joshuajohnson4396]

I love how you're honest with yourself and everyone else. Not wanting to put people on back orders tells me that you're not doing this because you like it, rather than you're doing it because you love it. Plus you throw bones to other's. You're video with your neighborhood chainsaw man at his Saloon thought me that there's more to testing a axe than chopping a tree. Thanks again for doing what you do and just being yourself. Stay kind and Thank You until you're better paid.

[@firstgeargreg]

I'm looking around and i'm hearing your stories and i get the sense that you have been working in your woodshed for a very long time. Your witticisms are priceless.

[@dototgaming3800]

I recently found my grandpa's old maul and axe and I'm glad you posted this video because now I have a lot of confidence in restoring the edges to get them working again.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

yes sir

[@johnosullivan8116]

Wow Billy stunning gratings from Ireland 🇮🇪🇮🇪 love your channel my 2 boys also love watching you my oldes is 4 and my youngest is 2.5 and they pretend they are buckin Billy 👍👍

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

this makes me smile

[@loadeddog8015]

Welcome mate....😎👍🇦🇺

[@johnosullivan8116]

Watching you put edge on a chain I love watching you do your thing I learned all about the gullet I think I got it thank you Billy ❤️❤️

[@jstevenanderson9227]

Great to see you working on an axe i have been splitting wood for over 40 years and have never learned to sharpen an axe maybe its time to learn, thanks Billy help up the good work. Thanks J Steven Anderson. Scotland (God's Country).......

[@daverambleonwitt4775]

I found an old Plumb axe head, rusty and neglected in an old ammo box full of discarded tools for sale outside an antique shop, I’ve cleaned it up and replaced the handle etc, but, I lack the tools and experience to come close to your standards, but the intention’s the same, great work you do.

[@svravenflintlock7526]

I picked up an old axe head at a garage sale, broken handle, $3. I started cutting it down to look like your HB axe before I saw this. I put it on the back burner, that is until I came across this vid. You inspired me to get back to it. My goal is to hand make the handle. Is that too much? I've got a nice chunk of maple off my front yard, kinda special to me.

[@kadeknight6091]

Dude I love watching your videos. Your excitement about your pride over your completed project is awesome. A man should be beaming with pride when looking at a job well done

[@Irond3vil2]

I taught my little brother this today. Much love

[@jimmys511]

Great video and I love your messages of peace and love

[@jsprechs7847]

Just recently started restoring axes. I made an absolute mess of my first one. Been watching your videos and a couple others. I have a Kelly True Temper double bit that I'll do next and now that I've learned a lot from you hopefully it goes better. I love your positivity by the way. I start watching for the axes, I stay for the life lessons.

[@bobbrooks266]

Very interesting video. Sadly I don't have any old axe heads so I might take all Mrs Bobinskis kitchen knives down to the farm workshop lol I'm sure she will appreciate it. A massive welcome to our new friends joining the buckin army soldiers of kindness great to have you with us your truly welcome. Hi true blues. Let's all share some buckin love. We wish you all a peaceful evening best wishes to you all from across the pond

[@loadeddog8015]

......😎👍🇦🇺

[@aulrich1668]

I'm drawn to your channel because of your positivity brother, live, love, life, happiness. Keep it up my man!

[@TheRealGunGuyTV]

Love the video, brother. I've got two axes that could use a bit of touching up. I mostly use them for splitting. Still, this approach to sharpening appeals to me. I'm going to give it a try later today.

[@putfilesnfriend1]

hand filing an axe takes Hella long.. I go right to the belt sander

[@jamesmcauslan1347]

Thanks for the Scotland shout out Buckin 👍

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

its from the heart my brother

[@lukeknezevic7267]

The passion you display in your videos is insanely contagious! Thank you!

[@paulyd2520]

This my first video of yours that I've seen - I'm subscribed! I love the passion you have for the tools and the trade, it's amazing and inspiring. Keep up the good work and stay safe out there. Love from Chicago, IL

[@darylnd]

Born and raised in Chicago. Now in San Jose, CA. Buckin's got me starting my own axe project now: a 2# Collins head off eBay. Killinger 28" Boy's Axe handle and Killinger large file handle are on their way.

[@NightmareGrunt]

Billy I came across your channel while looking for tips on axe sharpening as I’m out dispersed camping & I’ve been chopping a ton of wood 🪵 😁. As I’ve listened/watched a couple of your vids it’s like seeing my brain come to life on the screen 😁! I’ve been blessed with severe ADHD & listening to you excitedly sharing a story/idea/thought; that is interesting and/or entertaining btw, only to abruptly stop midway through because your attn was suddenly highjacked by something else is like looking in a mirror brother 😄! Great content!!! Looking forward to watching more of your channel, but only after I finish sharpening my axe 😀!

[@craigireland3278]

I only started watching a few days ago and already wish you where my pops haha, amazing man thank you for sharing your love and kindness it is helping me no end thank you buckin. Also 11.59 had me in kinks...

[@dead_pool7518]

One of the most beautiful axes I’ve seen such raw style and character Well done friend

[@chrisbray5454]

The attention to detail is unreal.... great video!

[@fredgrove1133]

Good stuff Billy. You've inspired me to get in axe refurbishing and I love it! Even made a double bit handle from a friends ash tree and have my own branding iron! Thanks for what you do.

[@joshstitt1707]

Awesome video buckin, I’m learning so much watching your vids, from Australia 🇦🇺

[@loadeddog8015]

Glad to see another Aussie on the BBR channel.. hope your staying safe ate...👍😎🇦🇺.

[@jeremybrain5774]

Buckin that is one special axe. When you do things you look like a master at work. Love to the world.

[@richdelp8875]

Nice drum kit!!! No workshop is complete without one. 👍

[@ED-es2qv]

I I have an axe I really like for chopping through stuff, but I wouldn’t split wood with it if I could go get my splitting maul. I grew up splitting about ten cord of wood every summer to make our winter heat. I loved the workout and I loved making pieces fly. I was really small, under 100 pounds, but I always got the strength to weight records in high school and in the Ranger battalion. I had no trouble swinging the maul but I didn’t do as well splitting with the axes I tried. I’ll be on the lookout for different axe types at the garage sales. I can’t swing them anymore, but I can sharpen them and pretend I’m going to use it.

[@garyblevins3532]

Beautiful axe! The passion that drives you and the way that you tell the story about it is absolutely intriguing. I just bought my first wedge axe today and I honestly wouldn't have ok known about such a critter had it not been for watchin your videos. I'm really much obliged my friend! God bless

[@АндрейКузнецов1987]

Just amazing axe! God bless you Billy! Regards from Russia, Moscow!

[@adamfox2326]

Андрей Кузнецов Welcome friend

[@michaelhaddan1965]

Sharp cheeks; dynamite locket; get a good axe; Love People & Life: great lesson. Thanks man. I'll carry this with me today~

[@Keithskane]

Sir you truely are a wealth of knowledge, i learn something from you and ganges every time i watch and for that i am truthfully grateful, have a good day and rock on brother🤘

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

keith skane this is great news

[@131dyana]

I sharpen my hoes and edge cutter the same way. thanks for showing this.

[@stephanygates6491]

I tend to go by the width and consistency of the bevel, rather than counting strokes. You beautifully demonstrate how to achieve round cheeks. In sharpening, I always work the side with the narrower bevel. Watching you work makes my hands itch! (While I wash dishes). Yes indeed, our world is beautiful. Thank you for showing me your perfect axe.

[@owentimo]

I'd love to see how to Sharpen a Maul. Awesome work!

[@stephenfaulkner1448]

Can literally see you walking that shine over. Sweet teaching video

[@gettintheresafelywithpatf2869]

Hello Buckin’, could you draw out different profiles for chopping and splitting wood, I think a sketch would help many people out there in KZbin land. This was a great video on sharpening an axe! Catch you later!

[@fryloc359]

It would be nice to have a double bit with one side for chopping and one for splitting

[@Swarm509]

Only part way through the video but I will say this is the exact reason I always tell people to buy the best files you can. Just look how much material is being removed and how quickly. Seen way too many people fighting with the cheapest files they can get and after a few passes they are dull. A file is a consumable item, they will wear out, but a good one does such a nice job in steel, and quickly, it is always worth the price.

[@TrevorMcGrathPhotography]

Yet another 38 minutes, 27 seconds of heaven, DEADLY!

[@richardnichols1213]

Great tutorial, Files to start stones in the middle, the stroppe to finish.

[@jamesnelson1443]

Fabulous lesson sir!! I learned a bunch! Thx

[@05xlt]

I have watched too many of these, now I have to try it for myself! I grabbed my grandfathers old ax from my dads house today. Gonna see if we can make it split wood again. Thanks Buckin!

[@MikhaelWest]

I unknowingly clicked this not even realizing this was a buckin vid! This video is gold!

[@johnmiller732]

My dad was a carpenter, and he was old school. He would make beautiful handles with a draw knife.

[@donsmith3314]

You're kind of scaring me Mr. Smith! I'm being honest. You seem to put out a video of what I am about to work on myself the very next day! It's like you can read my mind or something! ( same wave length in the Universe???) LOL! I brought in all my axes from the shed and my truck, and am spending the day tomorrow sharpening them! FREAKY WEIRD! But I LOVE it! Have a great day everyone! Love to all!

[@mtndewblackout2935]

That's such a great axe, priceless 👌 you can tell he doesn't wanna let that one go, and I don't blame em

[@tazman-kennyfuller]

Thanks for all the filing tips Buckin. Gonna put this to use this weekend I'm sure. Gotta get my axes in tip top shape for the heart of firewood season. Love wins for sure. Thanks Buckin 🌲❤🌲✊

[@aguileratreeservice9189]

That’s why I love buckin! He just drifts and does his thing and doesn’t follow a book on how to! Like he said create your own experience! Love wins!

[@seangilbert3542]

Thanks for the video buck'n! This is a project I'm working on right now while I'm watching this. LoL. Your video just happened to pop up while I was reprofiling one of my old axes.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Sean Gilbert good

[@seangilbert3542]

It's an old Kelly Double bit

[@justinpotter1015]

Your videos are awesome. You have great work ethics and positivity.

[@garlandthomson7501]

THUD!! AH bucken you crack me up. Rolling off my chair. Your the best. Just gotta love you!

[@Invertmini1212]

Just got a Hults Bruk Akka for bushcraft and I love when you say it’s an HB.. they’re for cutting! Love the video and channel.. keep it up!

[@TerrenceIII]

Learning is invaluable!!!!! Thank you Billy!!!!!!

[@RedWingsninetyone]

Good point about testing. I've been working on a couple, one for Christmas. But I won't let it go without testing it out.

[@johngrossbohlin7582]

Perfect! Exactly what I felt would be useful for many folks... A LOT of good information in this video Buckin'! Some of this stuff is not intuitive, e.g., like how to get rid of the big nicks, how to shape the cheeks for clearance... You gave up the secrets and mysteries Buckin'! Me personally, I include another step between the filing and stoning. I draw file the face and edge with a smooth single cut file to remove the file marks and facets. That makes the stoning task easier and quicker and I like the looks. But that's me... I'm a victim of my early socialization to tools and workmanship. LOL

[@randygresham2272]

Well i fo enjoy your knowledge snd enthusiasm...had to learn how to really sharpen an axe years ago as a logbuilder( then came gouges, chisels. drawknives etc)so appreciate the effort!...its worth it. Specially when sharpening a good quality piece of steel..keep on buckin man!

[@not2fast4u2c]

I have been practicing this on some hatchets...I have made one almost thin as a meat cleaver ..Almost too thin but really slices through wood

[@matthewrichards7340]

I've been waiting for an ax video!! Love the channel buckin keep spreading the kindness

[@slickmick-sw4ym]

hi buck another great video sir I am certain you would have made a fantastic viking please keep the videos coming mick uk thanks

[@dewyanehamm3956]

I can tell,Buckin' you take pride in your work,your quiet the perfectionist,be kind,love,forgive.

[@2010tck93]

I’m a novice cord wood harvester for my home... your information is invaluable. Thank you! I’m subscribed now

[@jespergrnbo4795]

Hello Buckin' Nice video at the right time.. I have an old ax i will sharpen up this weekend. Stay happy :-) all the best from Denmark

[@loadeddog8015]

Welcome to the new subscribers and a salute to the true blues...great tutorial mate...old steel is so nice...counter top is looking fantastic mate..... yeah you get going but it usually is something good...lol... hope everyone is starting safe,love to all, be kind, love n hugs for our cynthinator and mama buckin ....😎👍🇦🇺

[@MotoVenture.]

Makes me feel good about myself when he calls us friend

[@jeffsalsbury8984]

Love watching your how to’s. You have taught me a lot already!

[@jeffreyrubish347]

Axe is looking good! Great filing technique, too!

[@loadeddog8015]

....😎👍🇦🇺

[@charleswilson577]

Back in the late 70s I helped my uncle cut firewood and some pulpwood. The chainsaw was for cutting the tree down and buucking. Everything else delimbing was done with the axe. Saving fuel and or the saw. Maybe exercise, not sure. Has stuck with me to this day.

[@horseo5111]

What an amazing axe Buckin! DEADLY!!

[@shartne]

That looks really sharp for sure. For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.

[@chuckuu9294]

Buckin awesome video on sharpening an axe. I just restored one. You helped me a lot thank you

[@TheNarkyc]

Love this. Just finished sharpening and cleaning the family axe head. Going to re-handle at 650mm and is an 800 head. Should swing like it used to😀

[@William_Asston]

How'd it go?

[@monkeymanyoung6153]

What beautiful Deadly axe. Thanks for videos BUckin.

[@normmacleod2403]

Beautiful axe Buckin'. Thanks for great vids, thoroughly enjoy watching them. I enjoy working with my own axes and rehanging them. your vids show I've a long way to go yet but hey life is about learning.

[@diegovittorini1327]

Axe making...Bad habits never die😉Very nice job!!!

[@jeffross9275]

Thank you for what you do great messages great axes oh and not bad with a power saw either. Stay true my brother

[@Master...deBater]

I have the exact same pattern HB in a vintage 1.5# hatchet. Fantastic little blade!!!

[@jsboyle3459]

Excellent video🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿😬👍🏻

[@WaynePolcin]

Hey Buckin’! Just got the notification. Looking forward to watching this video when I get home. Love ya buddy!

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Wayne love ya back brother

[@jonathanspence6253]

Best channel ever, this man is amazing.

[@ivan_7426]

Literally bought my first axe today and I only have a file. Axe didnt come sharp. This is perfect!

[@brianhorner6340]

This is Art!!! I wouldn’t use it, I’d hang it on my wall and look at it every day with a smile on my face!!

[@Randysax1955]

I just realized that this is the same axe head I have.. A Hults Bruk Agdor 3.5 felling axe ! I too have about a 20 degree profile on mine for felling..and it bites hard !

[@robertgilkerson8517]

Thanks for the sharpening lesson ole wise one. That thing is sweet.

[@gatse4710]

The best non gransfors bruks edge I’ve ever held I just tried it out I really appreciate the tip

[@johncuriel3343]

Love your videos and your positivity. You sir are truly a inspiration keep up the GREAT WORK love ya!!!!