Gransfors Bruk Wildlife Hatchet Review. Lots of Chopping, Hacking, and some Drinking.

The Gransfors Bruk Wildlife Hatchet is a light weight hand axe for all of your outdoor bushcraft adventuring. It features the same head as their Hand Hatchet, but with a longer handle. I'm not good at any of those, but it's perfect for yardwork, breaking up logs, and limbing bamboo. Lots of hard and not so hard use field testing in this video. This review compares it to an Estwing Sportsman's Axe, a Council Tool, and a Hults Bruk.
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[@BradGryphonn]

That's a cool hammer. It's even got an axe on the back.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

The axe part is for nails with very thin wide heads.

[@BOOSTEDLASER]

@@AdvancedKnifeBro Axe guys say the Eswing is total garbage and chips non stop..Can u compare to the Grans wildlife please

[@SeniorSupreme]

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Axe not what Wranglestar has done to you. Axe what you can do to Wranglestar

[@neroknives1828]

And wranglerstar did something to me. He click bates me all the time. But I’m catching onto him now.

[@NewZonaRides]

I love how you made me care about this hatchet. By the end I was really wanting it to do well.

[@ulflidsman3064]

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I like Wranglerstar and Nick Shabazz but ya know what? ...... I laughed more watching this and didn’t get bored. Axe +

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

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[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

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[@bornrg]

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I loved that show when I was a kid!

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[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Wait, how many are in that category?

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[@sunshyn21]

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[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Thanks a lot man- you comment on all of them and I really appreciate it!

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[@jonathanou8122]

Earlier this week I was wondering when I'd get to see a sweet, sweet knife review from Advanced KNIFE Bro. I got this instead. The critics are wrong. Real American men chop wood with fancy French slip joints...

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

The more it hurts, the better it is.

[@dingledangus9842]

man, seeing video of you actually speaking is surreal.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Persistence of Axes.

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Why is everything from 7:56 onward so satisfying? I could fall asleep to a loop of this and be happy.

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[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Thanks man!

[@PerceptionVsReality333]

I have the Estwing 16" camp axe & it retains an edge a lot longer than what most people claim. I've had it for four years now & still no complaints from me about it.

[@kaimuwin433]

Same here, practically indestructible, full tang design awesome. Some have felt its too heavy, I found this perfect! I truly believe that bushcraft tools are 100% subjective.

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[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Raiders: Move on boys, this guy will just kill himself.

[@rustopholis1667]

Dude! I love the company that makes these axes, so your jokes threw me for a moment.... only a moment. Love the vid. I think your content is awesome and well constructed

[@ConcreteTurtle]

I was all ready to complain about the lack of axe batoning, then there it was at the end. Great video as ever!

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

It needed to be done!

[@alexandergutfeldt1144]

Advanced Knife Bro The review ain't over until the beer guzzler batons!

[@pcarmical]

I coached Wranglerstar's wife, Jess, in a marathon to qualify for Boston, then sent her a Boston plan, and she did fantastic. She's a super sweet lady, and, though we've never met in person, she was a great runner to coach. She followed my plan to a T. They did a shout-out to me in one of their videos, and it was funny to hear them thank "Panther." I actually sent Cody a Ganzo knife, because I watched that video where he said he lost his Benchmade, and, in retrospect, I regret sending him that. Anyway....small world. (There was no sarcasm in this comment, which is a first.)

[@beaupoopoo256]

Axes are only used to communicate questions

[@rrcaniglia]

GREAT humor. Enjoyed. Thanks.

[@nowakezoneforever6021]

The cynicism is hilarious! Excellent review. I have the Estwing Sportsman, the Fiskars X7, and the Husqvarna 13, yet... none perform like I want them to. That could be on me. I, too, have batoned my working knives forever, but I’m trying to learn some better hatchet skills, although I’m not sure why. Excellent video and terrific commentary!!

[@Patriot-rising]

Love the whole baton/meat tenderizer you created there. Many bushcrafters I am sure are jealous!

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Thanks dude!

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You review very well, I like it.

[@richardstorer-adam7222]

It really is like watching evolution in reverse. I enjoy the content a lot!

[@michaeldumas4907]

good video.... you bring the thin end under your belt and over the top, then snap as normal.....creates a belt loop and works very well...re-snap when hatchet out of sheath and it stays put...

[@ordinaryeverydayguy2593]

You said the handle has "swell" at the bottom...you avoided the word "bulbous." God will reward you.

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I love your reviews bro

[@danofiremano]

Thanks for the video!

[@farakhmasood5011]

Sold! Love the axe, really loved the vid! Goods things Bro. Cheers!

[@jeffheilgeist1204]

Well done love the Video

[@cristalclear5625]

Ohhh - so many blue lines in this review, almost overdoseing on them but I'm loving it! Keep those videos (and blue lines - don't forget them) coming!

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Imma gonna try!

[@bumstudios8817]

Wow... the historically accurate "T" axe batton. You truly are an advanced axe bro!

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Yep. Now I need to go make a wikipedia page about them.

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Awesome video!!!

[@ritesideofthefence5857]

Good shit man. Got to watch some more of your videos.

[@bRad-ns6iy]

Great review Bro! I'm loving the hammer! Your Bushcraft skills are unmatched!

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

I actually had to shoot that a few extra times. The best one and the first one, that I thought I was recording... I didn't. The second hammer didn't hold up as well- as clearly seen in the video.

[@TtotheK83]

Great stuff knife bro! Keep the content coming!

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My new favorite channel.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

My man!

[@Jettemaus2]

I wrap my Carlisle oars w/cord like this. I dont know why it never occurred to me to wrap my axe/hatchet handles the same way. Project list updated.

[@BornIn1500]

Another great vid Señor Bucket.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Thanks dude!

[@CharliMorganMusic]

I love this channel. I came here from Wranglestar looking for someone with more...I don't know, a more "relatable" lifestyle. Like, I'll chop things for fun, but you know I'm gonna choose electric or gas every single time.

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Interesting.... techniques you got there.

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Love the Wranglestar references! I love his vids too!

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

See!

[@JohntheBeastisthebeast]

Well done video, earned yourself another subscriber

[@MrJoshDoty]

I have a Kobalt hatchet. I thought it was made from Colbald but it’s just a name. Nice hammer build too. Cool video.

[@jeromebullard6123]

Use hockey tape on the handle. It’s perfect, and super quick to replace after it gets destroyed after ten missed strikes in a row.

[@markanthonystringfellow3923]

Great Vid Man!!! Gransfors Use Zone Induction Heat Treating which does get the best out of a steel when done correctly which They Do :-)))

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Great channel!

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Like your use of a" ax baton" to baton a ax" right tool for the job right there

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Yet another great vid. Keep em coming. 😂👌

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Daily dose of nihilism

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Fuck it all bro.

[@Watchandcutgearchannel]

I don't know much about hatchets, but this actually looks like a really good one. I've used them on occasion when going outdoors but this looks like it came really sharp out of the box. Didn't look like you struggle with it either... looks light and comfortable.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

It’s a nice hatchet for sure.

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I checked your channel yesterday just to make sure I hadn't missed anything. "Testing the cheapest Axeknuckle on Amazon" It's like the mullet of axes. Business up front, party in back. I spy that Becker BK10. BTW; great review on a sweet axe.

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I wanted to get the BK10 done this week, but haven't had a chance to shoot it yet. Looks like next week now. I like this clickbait idea for that video.

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Cant wait for that bk7/9 review love your vids peace.

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I got a BK10 (on belt in this video) and a 9 for review. Stay tuned!

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Another masterpiece!!

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Thanks man!

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I have the GFB Swedish Carving axe and their Scandinavian axe. Of course I also have a Zombie Tools Reaver Cleaver so my sanity may be in doubt.

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Abrakadoobie!

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Thats a pretty dam good hatchet Bro

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Thanks man!

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[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Thanks man!

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You would not believe how much better I am than you! 😂😂😂. I can’t leave my comment that way! I wish I could. I think it would be funny. But I did enjoy your video! My wife ask me why I was giggling!

[@ShelleyRaskin]

Gransfers sure do make good looking axes, can’t get them here but. I have a Tuatahi work axe on order, should be interesting once it (eventually) gets here.

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Hahahahahaha When you pulled out that "wood hammer" i fuckin died lol

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Amazing movie!

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Add advanced hat bro to the list of things.... That brim curled down past perpendicular? The polar opposite of the flat brimmed stickers still on it look. Awesome.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

I hate flat brims.

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@@AdvancedKnifeBro I don't think that position will cost you any subscribers here... :) But I'm still comforted that you hate them. It makes me worry less about your decision making abilities.

[@alexx1325]

Sweden Yes!

[@tipupsilver3085]

Love the video. Just to let you know the leather strap goes through your belt to hang it off your hip.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Oh.

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Yes, yes, but how is it at food prep and opening up my precious, precious, Amazon boxes?

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Chop those boxes up man.

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The Advanced Axe Bro Spinoff show featuring reviews of traditional archery equipment and an assortment of genuine bathtub liquors.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

I have a brother who makes his own bows.

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The Z-Tools would be a great Halloween Special! I’ve seen few things as scary(and life threatening to the user) as this.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

My plan is to do it... I don't know if I'll have it done in time for Halloween though.

[@chuckles470s9]

Not a bad review advanceaxe mountain man.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

But not a good one either.

[@mforrest1508]

I think my favorite thing you do is post the trolls comments and names 😂. Do that every show! Love those axes too. I polished the hammer side on mine..... just cause

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Occasionally if it's a well meaning comment, I'll blur out the name. However if it's just a miserable human being, taking out their frustrations below a video- hey I didn't choose to post that comment for you!

[@ForumRunnerSonny]

One of the following things I say is true. You decide which. I traded someone a $200 Starbucks giftcard straight across on Blade Forums for the Ray Mears version of this hatchet. I felt bad about it. I chopped a tiny amount of wood for a small fire and somehow managed to roll the edge.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

You felt bad about it.

[@digdugdat2847]

I come for an axe review, I left with a new change in philosophy

[@Neeverseen]

Hultafors bought Hults Bruks, Sweden's oldest industrial axe maker. They use the same production technique GB does and the same recycled steel from Ovako. You only pay one third of the price though. I remember getting plasma flamed by fanboys in a thread for this statement.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Yep, Hults is cheaper- it's why I didn't buy a full size GB.

[@Neeverseen]

It really is a shame. The GB is more aesthetic. I remember it costing 60€ before it became a meme.

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Those same fanboys poo-poo on the husqvarna axes too. I guess when you pay three times the price it's gotta be better, riiiight.

[@mythrol]

The axe sheath does have a belt loop. Just thread the strap through your belt. =)

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Oh.

[@hamrmark]

Awesome commentary! I mean, it was ok for a beta.

[@matthewsbernier]

Four Wranglerstar axe videos in the suggestions under this one.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

See it wasn’t an exaggeration!

[@Rooster1964]

Looking at this or the mini hatchet for my pack

[@macmurfy2jka]

I am pretty sure you were battening the ace to prove a point, but in case you were not; please don’t continueto do that . Good way to ruin the axe apparently. Also when splitting small wood that will not stand on its own use a dummy stick so save your hand some nasty injuries.

[@macmurfy2jka]

A link fir injury reference: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5CXYqB9YrKiptU

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

So the video where I make a shitty hammer to hit an axe is the one that’s too far for you.

[@macmurfy2jka]

+Advanced Knife Bro well the advice about using a dummy stick is sincere... watching somone neary cut their own thumb off with a knife sharp axe on video puts my own and other people’s bad habits into perspective. About the batoning; no one else was doing it and you practically asked for the advice in the video. Stay safe. 👍

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

That woman and I were doing two different things. I held the long and tapped the top once. She was holding the log while chopping the top, and lifting the log off the stump. Also... the satirical element of the over size piece of rotten wood aside... batoning an axe with wood is fine. bushcraftusa.com/forum/threads/baton-an-axe.72356/ I generally don't do it though- just for the laughs. Hitting the back of an axe with a hammer or metal instrument will damage it though- but that's a huge difference.

[@datafoxy]

The Lynn protects.

[@beaupoopoo256]

Can you review the piece of wood you used to laterally baton the other piece of wood because axes are sub optimal wood splitting tools at 7:24

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

No you even axe bro. No because axes are stupid.

[@beaupoopoo256]

Advanced Knife Bro reporded and deporded

[@beaupoopoo256]

Advanced Knife Bro batoned and despawned

[@sngx1304]

That Thor Hammer you bush crafted was sweet as fuck.

[@mcglothlincutlery725]

Bro.....Mr. Bro sir......I'm moving in a week. Once I get settled in I have a ton of knives, I can send for review. I've made 4 knives myself. I'd like to send a couple along for you to beat the shit out of to test the heat treat.

[@TonberryShuffle]

You happen to have a site or some medium to use in order to display such blades? Anything for sale? etc?

[@mcglothlincutlery725]

No I do not have a website. and have only made about 10 knives. Once I have a few people test them to know heat treat and and fit and finish are up to my standards i will focus on trying to actually sell them.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Sounds good to me!

[@josephalvarez9920]

I wanted to see you chop some veggies in ur kitchen with it.. i want to know how it dose on food prep for reasons...

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

It chops as well as can be axed.

[@Liv1ngTheDream]

Omelette au hatchet, cest magnifique!

[@SuperSteelSteve]

Mmmmmmmm.... blue lines

[@cgmislive]

What’s the next size up from this hatchet? The “GFB Hunting Axe”?

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Maybe the small forest axe? Looks like a similar sized head but a longer handle.

[@cgmislive]

Advanced Knife Bro thanks good video btw lots of specs

[@mikeboyce21]

i know im late to the party on this, but omg you said wranglerstars name right! most people call him wranglestar lol.

[@bRad-ns6iy]

I have three hatchets.

[@rei_cirith]

If no one has already said anything... You are supposed to use the snap loop as a belt loop. (See page 25: www.gransforsbruk.com/app/uploads/2013/02/Yxboken-Engelsk.pdf)

[@fireemscraftsman2016]

Sarcasm on point.

[@firefightin6]

Dude you kill me. 😂😂

[@brokken2178]

Nice work man. That's a great little hatchet. What did you trade for it?

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Small Douk Douk and condor Bushlore.

[@brokken2178]

#winning