Old German "Helko Werk" Axe Restoration with Laminated Palm Swell Handle

In this video I restored a German axe from "Helko Werk". I already restored an axe a year ago and I wasn't going to make another video about restoring another axe but the incredible work of a friend inspired me to create a handle for this axe very, very special.
So I started the restoration by disassembling the old handle. after inspecting the ax's head I decided to sandblasting it and electrolysis to remove any traces of rust. Restoration continued by repairing the hammered poll, made a new bevel and after that I applied a layer of bluing solution, for anti rusting. After cold bluing process, I removed from blackening with a steel wool and the head axe was completely restored.
The old handle was too damaged to be restored. I took a piece of Black Locust wood and I cutting it until I reached the desired shapes. As I said, I was inspired to make a custom handle and that's only because you voted on KZbin community to make a custom handle. So, I took a piece of Oak wood and I laminated the palm swell. The results of this axe restoration impressed me and I hope you have the same opinion.
Let's not talk anymore and let the video amaze you.
I hope you like this restoration and if you have questions about part of the restoration process, I am at your disposal with answers to any questions.
Cheers and have a nice weekend !
#axe #axerestoration #hatchetrestoration

[@GiveMeThatCake]

Very well done. I appreciate the camera quality and audio. At no point was there obnoxious music or exceedingly loud feedback from the tools. I really like the fact you didn't use any excessive material. Everything seemed to be calculated to use the perfect amount of consumables while maintaining a clean shop. I didnt realize how much I enjoyed that until I noticed it. Most importantly, you didn't artificially corrode something and try to pass it off as "ancient". I like your delivery and style.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad to read this kind words 😍 many thanks

[@riccardoconversano4465]

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[@alexagr6131]

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[@abdelazizbachchar]

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[@anar4638]

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[@SceneArtisan]

No music = 👍 No commentary = 👍 No extraneous noises = 👍 Sounds of the (hand) tools = 👍 Nice work! 👍

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad to hear that Kris 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@slendergay]

Don't forget that smack that he made lol

[@jeghedderhenrik]

exactly the way it had to be,, often videos got music ruining it all

[@SceneArtisan]

@@jeghedderhenrik Music in these types of videos and unnecessary narration are not cool, IMHO, so I avoid them and watch only those without.

[@user-ql7sv6fq5t]

00٠غانت😮

[@lizardhollow]

I love how you kept the integrity of the old tool.... not glamming it up with etches or designs. A true restoration. Excellent!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Kathy 😊

[@Rev-D1963]

THAT was one of the finest examples of hand filing I have EVER seen (and I'm a 58 year old man who's done a lot of it). Your ability to turn inanimate objects into works of art is amazing! This was an absolute pleasure to watch, bravo to you brother! Thank you very much for sharing your videos with us. God bless you and your family. Rev. D.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot for your kind words 😎 I really appreciate you

[@Rev-D1963]

@@CoolAgainRestoration Likewise my friend. :)

[@thedemolitionsexpertsledge5552]

least encouraging and wholesome conversation between two restoration enthusiasts

[@user-ln7sw2me7k]

А что такое "преподобный"?

[@ladbrestoration]

Watching Cool Again is always a perfect way to start the day :-)

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad to hear that my friend 🤗 cheers and have a nice weekend 👍🏼🍻

[@masonrains5010]

Watching LADB is a perfect way to start the day also! :D

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

True 🤩

[@joelboutier1736]

toi aussi! j'aime bien regarder vos projets et bricolage. etes vous loins de montpellier?

[@RestoredChannel]

That's a great slogan😁

[@secretagentbloke]

It’s not just your workmanship I am jealous of, it’s the amount of equipment you have at your disposal too! Another great video 👍🏻

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Simon 😇 really appreciate

[@Frostgnaw]

Axes are my favorite weapon; I just like the aesthitic. I really liked the addition of the oak pieces on the end of the handle to give it a bit of color on the handle. Overall a great restoration.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you liked it Ricky 🤗

[@EmmaDuncan8740]

I've said it before and I'll say it again. These are the BEST restoration videos on youtube. Everything is perfect. From timestamping the videos to putting explanations of what you're doing, filming enough to be interesting but not too much so it's boring. Your videos are relaxing, organized, easy to follow and have everything I want in a restoration video. Other channels, although good, just don't do it as well as this one.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks for these kind words Emma 🙏 I really appreciate

[@Stadtpark90]

This.

[@mikemccollum4521]

That’s the way an axe needs to be restored. Thank you👍

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks Mike and glad you liked it so much 👍

[@MrChristopherMolloy]

I've watched hundreds of these axe restorations on KZbin and this might be the best yet. Thanks 👍

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Oh,glad to hear that Christopher 😊many thanks

[@MrChristopherMolloy]

@@CoolAgainRestoration Thanks for the hours of entertainment. All the best ✌️

[@baronesstemplar7979]

Christopher Malloy this IS the best are restoration. I've watched hundreds of them and between Cool Again and Tysy they are true MASTERS at their craft.

[@baronesstemplar7979]

axe* Spell check took over.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad to hear that 🤗🤗

[@StarbornCthulhu]

I'm an amateur blacksmith, and this gave me ideas for my handle construction. Beautifully restored

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot buddy 👍🏻 good luck with your projects

[@remyaworld1]

Beautiful restoration with honoring the original material.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it Ole 🤗

[@alorota9728]

I can't get over how beautiful the handle turned out. All in all, A very impressive and respectful restoration of a piece of history.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you liked it Alorota 😊

[@marianavasile1387]

I like a lot the laminated palm swell. Never seen anywhere else ❤️❤️❤️

[@Sixx2099]

This is like my mechanic without powertools and i mean that in the most positive way. This video was great!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much and glad you liked it so much 😊

[@robusthedgehog]

You're the first KZbinr I've ever seen doing it right: restoring the edge with a file not an angle grinder or any other electric tool.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot 👍

[@robusthedgehog]

@@CoolAgainRestoration no problem. I just hope it inspires other people to do it the same way. I've seen too many axes and other tools being destroyed by morons with power tools who don't know nothing about frictional heating and heat treatment of steel.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

@robusthedgehog yeah , you have right . But also with power tools can be done right if you keep an eye on the metal ( exactly what you talked about , friction and metal tempering ) 👍 glad to have educated people here , cheers mate

[@gitaseldiy9525]

beautiful idea mate..... really I want to be like you

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks mate

[@Vapid_Idiot]

Awesome technique for shaping the blade with the file! I never knew it could be done that way but it seems so simple now that I think about it.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked and that’s why I make the video easy to understand 😇

[@Anopheles12345]

This is the best axe restoration video I've ever seen. Thanks for keeping it real, no mirror-polish, Viking runes, charred handle nonsense. Your result it authentic yet gorgeous axe.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Pavel 🤗 glad you liked it

[@Otis010707]

Absolutely GORGEOUS! LOVE the laminated palm swell!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot and glad you enjoyed 😊

[@Contenttrough82]

Nice this is just the thing to watch after feeling sick during the night a nice restoration

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it 🤗

[@drk_blood]

Mate I need to say that I just discovered your channel by chance.. (thank God for the incredible Zippo video). Since everyone is talking about the handle and some other aspects.. I will take a minute to tell you how incredible is for me that you can remove material and polish the metal to such a degree that it literally shines like a mirror. For me, that was the best part..anyway, your work is outstanding, please NEVER STOP making videos like this ❤️

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much mate 😊I really appreciate

[@NTRprojects]

Hey finally found the time to watch it. Such a nice project. Very well done and the video was so calming. Thank you for that!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks man 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🍻

[@SatisfyingRestorations]

Gotta say, I have never seen the towel folding trick to re-establish the edge. Such a simple technique, yet such a proper outcome!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks 😊

[@CreativeDailyWorks]

Great job friend 👍.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks buddy

[@mikeoxmall6442]

I've said this before and I'll say it again and again..Bluing is one of my favorite parts of restoration videos. Truly magical!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Yes,i agree with you! Is something satisfying in that process 🤩

[@VeradonaRestoration]

The result is perfect, buddy! Thanks

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks my friend 🍻

[@lindawallace6750]

BEAUTIFULLY DONE !!!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks again Linda 😊✌🏻

[@TechnicsFR]

I don't understand how you can do it better and better from one video to another? So beautiful 👌 Can't wait to see your next project💯

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks mate 👍🏻

[@Austeration]

Very nicely done 👍 really love that hand crafted handle, looks sweet. Amazing job

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it 😎🤗

[@brettkarloff5235]

And this is the most beautiful handle ever!!!

[@RoxUniverse]

Excellent work I love watching you restore things. Thank you.❤

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much mate 😊

[@CobyGannaway]

Another, yes another awesome restoration. If I lived anywhere close to you I’d be the friend that hung out in your workshop and wouldn’t leave…but I’d bring beer. Love watching you work…if you ever come over here, I demand you visit me. Awesome restoration…awesome!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much for these kind words my friend . I really appreciate you 🤗 have a nice weekend

[@CobyGannaway]

@@CoolAgainRestoration I appreciate you sharing your workshop with us! I have a question…is Odies a local product or do they sell it everywhere? I want to try it. And what brand draw knife is that? I can’t find a new one that’s any good. I have two that I use and they are both eighty+ years old.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Mine is old too. Has no company marks on,maybe is handmade,I don’t know. And the odie oil is very good,maybe the number one in business. But is too expensive. They ship everywhere but is expensive the shipping too. If you are from USA maybe is a way cheaper but to me was expensive because I paid the price for oil,the shipping from USA to Europe and the tax too

[@randysmith3828]

That handle looks amazing! That was a great idea laminating the palm swell, you nailed it. Also I really liked the towel trick for putting a bevel on the axe, I liked the whole video, awesome restoration.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Randy and glad you liked so much 🤗🤗 much appreciate

[@robertbruderer6950]

Randy, are you saying he nailed it by glueing it? Lol

[@greg1474]

I have a Helko Werk Forestry axe and also a small hatchet. They make amazing products. A lot of people swear by the Swedish made axes, which are very good. But as you pointed out they’ve been making axes since 1844. Thank you for restoring this piece. It is stunning.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Greg 😊

[@akmalshahrul482]

"I dont have a template, so i copy one" mate ur just pure talent and hardwork. Keep it up. This is absolute therapy for me.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you liked it 😊

[@xxPenjoxx]

Such excellent work on the handle, it looked incredible. Great restoration as always 👍

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much and glad you liked it 🤗🤗

[@BB_Chaptsick]

The axe is 100% Cool Again. Beautifully done, sir. Both the restoration and videography we exceptional. 👏

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much B 👍🏻👍🏻 glad you liked it so much ! Cheers 🍻

[@philiposm]

That towel trick was amazing. So simple and effective. Great job.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Yes,is very easy to do and can’t go wrong with 👍🏻🤗

[@keithcarawan4076]

I really appreciate watching a true craftsman. Great work!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot Keith 😊glad you liked it

[@RestoreMore]

This was an incredible restoration, it flows so nicely and what a beautiful outcome!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Many thanks buddy

[@user-xr6rg6dq5r]

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[@Mum_said_its_my_turn_BRO]

It’s cool on how much work you put in restoring these objects! Keep up the good work :D

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you liked it 😊

[@Mum_said_its_my_turn_BRO]

@@CoolAgainRestoration your welcome :D

[@mikhailkalashnikov4599]

I like the laminated palm swell! Excellent work you do.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much and glad you liked it so much 😊

[@lewisgreenway5065]

From an old carpenter I much admire your work. Oh forgot to say yes I like the palm swell idea.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it, many thanks 😊

[@user-ec5cb4oo6k]

Отличная работа, приятно посмотреть.

[@AlvaroLucard]

Nossa, Dave, ficou lindo demais. Cara, você é foda!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

🤗🤗🤗 thanks my Brazilian friend 🍻👍🏼🍻

[@davidcoats1037]

Fantastic restoration and video! Love the black locust handle and laminated palm swell. Stunning! 😃👌🏼

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it David 🤗👍🏻

[@potoole]

Very well done and thank you for preserving the makers-mark and overall antiquity.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it 😊

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

I hope you like the video and... axe me a question :)

[@barbaraprest783]

You have a good sense of humour 👍👍

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks Barbara 😀

[@Restorezone]

😁 like your humor 👍 , and work 😉

[@arnavranka4510]

All hail the dad jokes!

[@tibucraftdf8346]

Can you put subtitles in Spanish please. (◍ • ᴗ • ◍) ❤

[@kolsen6330]

Using a wood chisel to remove a steel wedge???? If my father had caught me doing that to one of his wood chisels, I wouldnt have been able to sit down for a week.

[@krozdo5an809]

he didn't remove it... he made some space for it to come out... he hit the wood not the wedge itself

[@jeremynorth]

This is a fabulous restoration. Very impressive both for the axe head and especially the handle with that amazing lamination to achieve the palm swell

[@mohamedraaifrushdhy6693]

I loved this restoration through and through

[@jcdelacruz6040]

I dont know why Im interested on restoration videos.keep it up bro

[@LO-dp5ee]

watching things get restored is very relaxing.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Yes,I like too 😎

[@ericdisisto3926]

Your work is amazing!!! Each restoration you focus on the details no matter how small. It makes all the difference. Keep them coming!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot Eric 😊

[@PNR15]

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[@richardruiz3654]

Great work and that palm swell is OUTSTANDING!!!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Richard 😊

[@samhackney5977]

The perfect amount of restoration ! This is true craftsmanship. Hope you keep posting these projects. 👍

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Sam and glad you liked it 👍

[@str8_1s_gr8_2]

12:39 My fingers started tingling at the sensation of a splinter- that scene PAINED my very soul

[@jstaatzy5606]

Holy crap! I cannot believe all the tips in this video! Love the bevel edge trick and raising the fibers of the handle. Fantastic work.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it J 😎👍🏻👍🏻 thank you very much

[@scottboyle7547]

Love the palm swell idea. Some great tips along the way, too!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks Scott and glad you liked it 😊

[@shantanugadgil]

Love this. After so much time. Good to be back! Also love the tutorial style "teach to fish" information snippets at the bottom. 🙏🏻

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it so much 🤗

[@fernandoburghi3743]

A huge pleasure to see this restoration... absolutelly awesome

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Fernando 😊

[@SuperDad1776]

That laminated palm swell is amazing!!! Love your work!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot for your feedback 😊

[@rjh6380]

Just bought my first Helko ax, Great to see this restoration of a truly timeless tool . Great job, love the production of your video.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Awesome, thank you!😊

[@richardsmith548]

Love the handle, absolutely beautiful. A great sympathetic restoration of the axe head. 10/10, we’ll done.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad to hear that Richard 🤗 thank you very much

[@SirAlexMush]

So relaxing watching these restorations. Excellent work!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much 😊

[@LAR0604]

Best one yet I've seen, your attention to detail is amazing and I am transfixed on its start to finish and this one were u really did have to make new handle which perfectly made and the restoration to the axe again step by step details helps me to understand your thinking process so again I love watching your vids

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much for these kind words ! 😊

[@checopasha8772]

Finally some restorator who doesn't do mirror polishing every metal he found! Dark, matte rough finish almost always gives a better apperance to axes

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

I agree with you and glad you liked it 🤗

[@CobyGannaway]

I’m so excited! I haven’t watched it yet but I’m watching now!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks Coby ! Hope you will like 👍🏼

[@lemau8458]

That was the most professional handle build I've ever seen

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot mate 😊

[@laukinath194]

Amazing, especially the remake of the handle! And the bluing made it look so great!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot and glad you liked it 😊

[@oleque1]

You've done each stage perfectly. Remarkable

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot Olo 🤗

[@craigmunns6882]

The tip with the water to raise the fibers is really useful thank you and the palm swell is brilliant

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Craig and glad you liked it 🤗

[@mikedunn7795]

Yet another work of art!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks Mike 😊

[@liftedjp5719]

Beautiful work! A favorite style of video too. Thank you for sharing

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it Jason 😊

[@superdude3112]

After taking metals class, I start to understand some of these techniques. Very cool video

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot dude 👍🏻😎

[@remander3873]

Another amazing restoration! The custom handle was a great touch. Wonderful craftsmanship!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you liked it 🤗

[@boneman137]

This turned out so nice

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Many thanks 😊

[@user-nc1mf8nz6z]

Nothing short of a work art.

[@tedschmaltz4346]

That palm swell is a really nice touch.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Agree 😊 glad you liked it Ted 👍🏻

[@jmsmith1767]

I’m a hobbyist tool restoration “guy” (mostly axes but I’ve done plenty of draw knives, planes and knives) this is one of the best looking restored pieces I have EVER seen. The butt was absolutely FANTASTIC!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it so much J S 🤗😎 yeah,I like the outcome very much too 🤩 cheers mate

[@ReadTheBible8]

Great video. I like your use of old hand tools. Thanks

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks again Chuck 😊

[@bucurvictor]

Wonderful work as always . I love the final look of the handle. Keep it up!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks bro 😎

[@emelierose1472]

Absolutely beautiful work well done 👏 🙏👍

[@umbrellacorp.]

Amazing work. 👍👍👍💯

[@brettkarloff5235]

Love watching handles. Don't know why but handle making makes me happy

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Me too 😇

[@scale_history5584]

Absolutely beautiful! Fantastic restoration

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much 😊

[@bullitt773]

Absolutely amazing work.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much!😊

[@AMatofFact]

Incredible quality. Didn't think cold bluing would look so good on an axe.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it Anton 😊

[@da___man]

Not only did you restore it, it is perfectly usable for decades to come.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you enjoyed

[@pjakpjak7000]

Finally someone who doesnt ruin the patina! Love it. 100% satisfaction.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much man 😊

[@stormybutnorain4799]

What a cool technique with hand filing the bevel, never seen it

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you liked it 😊

[@garypeterson3628]

Great job. It's nice to watch someone who knows what they are doing.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot again , Gary 😊 cheers

[@SturleyArt]

Beautiful work. That handle is stunning.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks again mate 😊

[@johnhargis4566]

I have nothing but praise & admiration for your process aswell as the result thank you 😊

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Wow, thank you!😊

[@davidjohnston330]

This reminds me of watching my father & grandfather make handles. Awesome job. 🤙🤙

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad I bring you back memories with my videos 😇 thanks David

[@simjai1000]

Very nice work! The handle is great!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@mostlyterrible9841]

Another great video! Always excited to see what the next project is, and it's never a disappointment.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it so much man 🤗

[@robertharrower502]

Loved the video, the axe turned out stunning. So good to see the tormek being used too ❤️

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it Robert 😊 many thanks

[@Mechanicalinventor5110]

Very great job everyone should support you

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks 😊