Gransfors Outdoor Axe Vs Large Knife??

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Jim Leighty

Jim Leighty

4 жыл бұрын

Comparison of using a hatchet vs a large chopper in northern forests. Are both viable woods tools? Gransfors Bruks Outdoor Axe vs Bark River JX-5 Vengeful One.

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@DinoDarinoMischtdentorf
@DinoDarinoMischtdentorf 3 жыл бұрын
Dude, I just wanted to see the battle between hatchet and knife, but you showed me a new technique to feather wood. Thanks!
@grzgrz8513
@grzgrz8513 4 жыл бұрын
Your shaving technique is brilliant! I haven't heard nor seen that anywhere. Thanks for that! I think you broke the myth that you need both a knife and an axe outdoors. I like that.
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Something I learned from by buddy NW Primate on BushcraftUSA forums a long time ago. Been using this technique ever since and it is highly effective!
@ObamaoZedong
@ObamaoZedong 2 жыл бұрын
Well done! My personal preference is a tomahawk. The slip fit eye allows for easy handle fabrication in the field, compared to the wedge handle of a hatchet. I've felled dead standing trees and bucked 20 inch logs with it. Sure it's more of a workout than a 6 lb racing axe, but I believe it's the perfect balance between size and weight for backpacking, and even car camping. One thing I wish more people talked about is swing technique. After doing some digging around youtube I've found that racing axe techniques have drastically improved my efficiency. If I had a large knife like that, I'd love to do a bucking comparison. I'd bet money the tomahawk would blow the knife out of the water in that department when using the right (and notably safer) form. Cheers and thanks for the quality entertainment!
@MrDosonhai
@MrDosonhai 3 жыл бұрын
For one day camping, I'd bring a hatchet, a small bushcraft knife and a kitchen knife. I just cannot see the need for a large knife unless you're exploring a tropical jungle because it is just easier to chop small trees with a hatchet.
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 3 жыл бұрын
It sounds like for you a hatchet is perfect. I think the large knife is one of those "can do everything, just not everything well". Thanks for watching and commenting!
@Kantahh
@Kantahh 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jim, interesting topic and handled fairly unbiased! But let's be honest, the JX5 is not a large knife but more of a machete in shape and size. It's counterpart would have been rather the GB wildlife hatchet or even the small forest axe. Maybe comparing the outdoor axe with e.g. the Fällkniven A1 would have been the more balanced choice. Anyway, this discussion is much about preference and philosophy but there are some objective benefits of carrying a hatchet you did not mention (Danny Boisvert did hereunder). This includes the hammering and pulling option (not only out of ice holes but also seizing tree branches, pulling tent pegs etc.). I always carry a belt hatchet plus a small knife and saw. Weighs altogether < 2 oz and I build small shelters with it, make fire and process anything from food to 3.5 inch logs. But honestly stated, I use the hatchet for most of the work. A small hatchet will not fell a tree or cut big logs but IMHO it covers the variety of bushcraft/survival tasks better than a large knife. My standard environment is: alpine forests/central European woods. Thank you, and keep up your good postings!
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 4 жыл бұрын
Those are some great points I did miss and probably should have included. I appreciate you saying I was trying to be fairly unbiased, in actuality I am a huge axe junkie and only in the last few years started experimenting with large knives. The JX-5 is definitely more a bolo machete as Chris Tanner modeled it after but the thing is HEAVY! I used it as a comparison because the weight, length, and overall size were the most similar I could find to my outdoor axe. It must be pretty awesome working in the alpine forest of Europe I am jealous! Thanks for watching!
@thomasnugent3836
@thomasnugent3836 Жыл бұрын
Very informative and educational. Thank you very much
@MrWmburr7
@MrWmburr7 4 жыл бұрын
I've noticed that all of your stuff is very high quality . . . Bark River, Granfors Bruks, Bushcraft Essentials. That gear is going to give you good service over the years. Btw, you've got some good woodcraft skills.
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 4 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks man I really appreciate the kind words!! Also I totally agree with you!
@turtlewolfpack6061
@turtlewolfpack6061 4 жыл бұрын
People need to remember to use the tool that is right for them. I LOVE my khukuris, my tomahawks and my hatchets but none of them are an axe. This little Gransfors is a hatchet despite what they call it, a good one but a real axe will win every day. Thumbs up for the bushcraft crocs!
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 4 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks! You are so right, use the tool that is right for you and what you are trying to do. I spent 5 days in the Adirondacks kayak camping in crocs and they held up so well, it kinda made me realize they are about as durable as anything else and dry out fast too!
@BOOSTEDLASER
@BOOSTEDLASER 4 жыл бұрын
I have 4 Bark River large knife tools that WAY out cut my GB small (ish) axes/hatchets.No less they NEVER have rolled or chip and retain and edge 4-5x longer
@BOOSTEDLASER
@BOOSTEDLASER 4 жыл бұрын
@@jimleighty7408 Seen this debate 100s of times. NOMALLY the (Pro axe) guy uses a Gransfors axe (the best) and a 20-30$ Big chopper.I have done this test with 6( 2 borrowed) Different Bark River tools. In EVERY case I found my BRK stuff better/more usefull and they NEVER rolled or chipped and hold an edge 3-6x longer. You are brave to post this. MANY of the (I only like and use 1095 steel) guys will tell your better ! Career US Marine here MOS 1317.Also outdoors person. I have used my CPM3V knives a bazillion times in the bush.NEVER ruined a knife from baton or chopping use. Those who ruin a knife doing these things....has a garbage knife with a bad heat treat and steel PERIOD. I have a Vengefull one and it isnt even the best tool for your test.Not even close I have a slightly bigger GB axe and it is still worse then my BRK stuff. After a 15 inch handle I prefer an axe.(say 20 inches or better) if Mike (BRK owner) ever re does the Parang or Grasso Bolo III..nobody will want a small axe or hatchet. CPM 1 or 3V would be insane...or when Mike finally makes his new axe ) GREAT video A+++ Semper Fi Gunny **A 40$ camp 10 is better than this axe as is the 120$ BK21 Becker Not to mention hand forged is dark ages garbage.No many errors These "high end" swedish axes with magic steel..guess what? Its just regular old 2$ a pound 1055 PRO TIP : if you want a GOOD axe..buy a Husqvarna (they are made by 1 of the top 3 MFG...spend 30 sec to Boiled Linseed oil the handle after you sand it for 60 sec.
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 4 жыл бұрын
@@BOOSTEDLASER Thank you for taking the time to comment man! I appreciate all the kind words! It is definately a loaded question and I agree with you that still does matter. A new parang or grasso bolo would be pretty awesome, Ive never tried them but I bet that a nice BRK convex on them would be pretty insane! I also agree with you on gransfors not being the end all for axes. I had to pick something and being that it was an axe people can easily pick up themselves it made an easy comparison. Truth be told my favorite budget axe of late is the council tools flying fox. Those husky axes are pretty great for the money too!
@BOOSTEDLASER
@BOOSTEDLASER 4 жыл бұрын
The BRK Parang and and Grasso bolo 3 and even my Senegal out chop any hatchet/axe with a 15inch (ish) or less by 2-4 times. it isnt even close.Granted I am 6'9 335 jacked =P But even normal sized/strength people take out hockey puck/soft ball sized chunks each swing.Not to mention (again) they NEVER roll or chip and stay sharp SOOOO much longer. Also as you stated..many other tasks (non chopping) are better/easier/faster with a large chopper. I find small splitting ( for a small fire) ANNOYING and slow with a hatchet. Baton is just better/safer..and FUN ! I have read and watched (on utube) a bazillion old timers say how only DUMB people use anything but an axe in the woods. Things have changed with MFG like BRK and amazing steels and heat-treats and Cryo. Not a Becker fan but even that BK21 is decent. last, if you have ONE tool..long lasting edge DOES matter ..sometimes.Not chipping and rolling DOES matter...sometimes. if I am working and focused and (insert animal name here) sneaks up on me..I would 100x rather any BRK tool or BK21 in my hand than a 1 LBS Gransfors hatchet.. Outside of a Full grown alpha male in rut Moose or Bigfeet ( I saw them in the Marines training) I think I would fend off ANY animal I would ever see with a large chopper. Put 10-15 inches of steel INSIDE any beast..he wont have much fight left. You can chop away (maybe) with a hatchet and not much gonna stop the critter. Watch Bark River parang vids ( has 2-3) from Mike :Outdoor project or something or from PINK G10 (Grasso bolo 3 also) Even the Dakkar.. PLEASE make more amazing vids like this. My team of 24 all watch. From the 6 I have used (BRK big choppers) I rate the Vengeful 1 last place..by a good amount. See if a viewer will loan you to test one of the good ones =P Even though lighter..My Bravo machete is a bit better Semper Fi Gunny
@henkel2754
@henkel2754 2 жыл бұрын
sadly I can´t press the like button more than once ... great Video !!!
@arctodussimus6198
@arctodussimus6198 Жыл бұрын
Instead of pounding your hatchet into the stump with a mallet, all you need to do is swing the tip down onto the stump. You can do this on any fallen tree. 👍🏼👍🏼
@MidwestFirecraft
@MidwestFirecraft 3 жыл бұрын
Fair, well done review. Very rare these days.
@tradways
@tradways 4 жыл бұрын
Love the trip to feather. I always forget that one, and it really does produce great feathers! And a hockey fan to boot! Rock on, brother!
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the kind words brother
@Anza_34832
@Anza_34832 4 жыл бұрын
Really interesting comparison. Well done!
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 4 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate the kind words!
@bushcraftjoe1
@bushcraftjoe1 3 жыл бұрын
One tool option would be the blast match from ust. From fire you can make container drop ricks to boil water while still foraging other things. Machete vs axe depends on the person. I prefer a tomahawk a knife and a saw. Each has the purpose but can be used as a substitute for the other. Tomahawk let's you use the blade more than an aze per say. As far losing your edge over a ferro rod just keep a sharpener with you.
@paranormalinvestigations9521
@paranormalinvestigations9521 2 ай бұрын
Great job!
@jonparahmen1711
@jonparahmen1711 4 жыл бұрын
Great video man!
@DoomOfConviction
@DoomOfConviction 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome comparison mate!
@DutchK75
@DutchK75 3 жыл бұрын
I could see a axe when you live where it gets really cold and you have to keep a fire going and build shelter. I've used hatchets and large knives. Having lived in Arizona, New Mexico, California, Mississippi and Louisiana. A hatchet or a large knife will suffice. A saw really is your best bet for bucking wood. I'm partial to a large knife. For what I like to do. Louis Lamour famed western writer had said that a man with a good knife can survive anywhere. Anywhere his character had drank from, he had drank from. That man lived a extraordinary life.
@bubba7626
@bubba7626 Жыл бұрын
Good points made! I love my JX5 in CPM3V and my GB wildlife hatchet, either paired with a Mora Black.... Guess I'll just carry both! LOL
@Republikaner1944
@Republikaner1944 Жыл бұрын
Bark river looks like German Waidblatt. I can notice same idea of blade getting bigger towards the point as to give extra weight for punch when chopping.
@scootertribe
@scootertribe 4 жыл бұрын
Good stuff! Thanks
@floydoleary3167
@floydoleary3167 3 жыл бұрын
Well done ,very informative. Not to much talking !
@jeremyb.1977
@jeremyb.1977 3 жыл бұрын
Great review and thoughts. - Jeremy
@Christopherjamesmurphy21
@Christopherjamesmurphy21 2 жыл бұрын
This was a good comparison, you are far more skilled with a blade than an axe though. I was impressed with the chopping test.
@BOOSTEDLASER
@BOOSTEDLASER 4 жыл бұрын
I wanted to see this battle forever ) Semper Fi Gunny
@sami_am7860
@sami_am7860 3 жыл бұрын
Definitely the way to go to feather wood for fire starting. Thanks for the tip.
@theartofbushcraft2505
@theartofbushcraft2505 Жыл бұрын
Next comparison, which pounds in tent pegs better the axe or big knife LOL. Also, seems like that little axe would be better to quarter a deer or elk, you can get in and separate the quarters better. Now cut a head of iceberg lettuce or watermelon with both, the big knife would win. Each has it's pros and cons. And yes, you can chop a branch with both, some overlap there. And in some places you are limited to a knife that is just a few inches, you can't carry a big knife, but you can carry a small axe. I have the outdoor axe, a smaller knife, and a silky saw. That pretty much covers all your bases unless you want to chop down some really big trees that the saw can't handle, then you need a full size axe.
@michaeldumas4907
@michaeldumas4907 Жыл бұрын
Great videos man...say what camera did you film with?....very clear!
@bobafett109
@bobafett109 3 жыл бұрын
I usually carry a medium/large knife and a hatchet when I go out in the woods. Never tried anything from GB, I use an Estwing sportsman's axe it's a bit heavy for a hatchet but I never have to worry about the handle breaking. The cold steel trail boss is a decent budget pack axe too, a bit longer than a hatchet coming in at 27-28 inches but it's light and very easy to carry and swing all day if you need to that Jx5 is a beast 💪 of a knife. Great review brother!
@BoogalyTheGreat
@BoogalyTheGreat 2 жыл бұрын
I feel like you made the case for the hatchet inadvertently. Because even though it weighed 1/2 pounds less, it performed about as well. and you could use the spare 8 ounces you saved by added a smaller knife to your system.
@MrFrenchy777
@MrFrenchy777 4 жыл бұрын
I live in the province of Quebec Canada. In these cold temperatures up here you will die with only a knife. You can pretty much do everything with an axe than with a knife and much more and with less effort. Cut and split wood, build or dig and cut shelter through snow, hammering stakes, make traps and weapons, chop through ice for ice fishing or to get water, pull yourself out if you fall through the ice, dig in the ground to get roots, break stones to create other tools, use edge of hatchet to make sparks and create a fire, get chaga, dig and chop your way out if stuck in snow and ice with your car ect...
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 4 жыл бұрын
Those are great points man, I agree with you! Made this video to show when you compare weights and sizes, for certain tasks the tools seem to both be a viable woods tool. Thanks for watching!
@akivaliaho5166
@akivaliaho5166 4 жыл бұрын
I live in Finland near the arctic circle. I don't even carry a knife. Axe does it all. I don't understand the need for BIG knives to be honest. Yes, some finer tasks can be a bit difficult with an axe but it's manageable.
@grumpyolesilverback7211
@grumpyolesilverback7211 3 жыл бұрын
I basically just said the same thing. I live in Alberta. A very cold demise if you only have a knife. Tools needed need to be CARRIED. You go into the woods, you take what you need into the woods. This going light crap probably kills more people than anything else in the wild.
@pennsyltuckyreb9800
@pennsyltuckyreb9800 3 жыл бұрын
The true answer to this entire debate is really WHERE one lives or plans to go. There's your answer on what tools to choose. While we certainly don't have Canadian level winters here in Northern PA, our winters can still be pretty harsh. For me, an axe and smaller knife all day long (along with a folding saw). But when I go visit my family at the ocean in South Carolina or Florida....outings there my axe is just a ridiculous choice. For there I go with my ESEE junglas (or my modified CS Pipe Hawk if I'm feeling axey) with maybe a small stainless folder and that's more than enough to handle all "bushcraft" and possible "survival" tasks you could imagine even in the dead of their "winters." It's either completely environmental dependent OR purpose driven like if I'm hunting I don't need to have my large saw and axe on me especially when carrying the other weight of rifle and ammo.... I'm not sure why everyone seems to always expect a clear "winner" and choice on this topic. There ain't one!
@pennsyltuckyreb9800
@pennsyltuckyreb9800 3 жыл бұрын
@@akivaliaho5166 Visit my family in the Southern US coastlines and lowlands and you'll suddenly understand why a large, "chopper" knife is way more preferable to any axe. In fact, the axe becomes rather useless and dead weight. Here in Northern PA winters I don't ever leave the axe behind. It's all completely dependent on WHERE you live in the world and what the environment is like. Generally speaking, the farther North of the equator, axe is the choice. The closer to the equator....a large knife or machete wins. It's really that simple and folks turn this into such a hot debate for some weird reason.
@billpeart
@billpeart 4 жыл бұрын
Who are all these people that break axe handles? I hear this argument all the time. Yet many antique shops have axes with handles still in serviceable condition that are a hundred years old. I've got to say in all my years of being in the woods I've never broken a single tool. YMMV
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 4 жыл бұрын
thats a good point! Ive seen it happen a couple times to people learning how to use an axe. Once myself as a young boy learning. Yeah those vintage handles are pretty amazing!
@billpeart
@billpeart 4 жыл бұрын
@@jimleighty7408 A novice can break any tool. But, modern axe handles of quality are just as hard to break as vintage axe handles of quality.
@billpeart
@billpeart 4 жыл бұрын
Thats accurate
@ajaxtelamonian5134
@ajaxtelamonian5134 3 жыл бұрын
I really think it's a non issue if it worries you that much do a rawhide or linen wrap on the neck those materials dont get in the way of using it too much when wrapped tightly.
@pennsyltuckyreb9800
@pennsyltuckyreb9800 3 жыл бұрын
People who aren't properly trained and experienced in axe use....that's who. Usually constant overstriking onto the handle. Axecraft takes time and experience. Not something many want to deal with today. That's why many find it much easier to just buy a sharpened crowbar knife/sword and smash it through wood with a baton like a caveman. No real skill required there. Couple that inexperience with cheap axes and hatchets with crappy handles (or really old and weathered axes that shouldn't be used until they are rehafted) and there's the origin of this myth. I have yet to break an axe handle my entire life and I've been using axes my whole life....but I also always used quality and well taken care of axes. I've overstriked an axe only a few times in my life and every time except one it was with my heavy maul splitting large rounds and me getting too tired....yeah, don't swing axes when you're tired. The one exception was on my GB Scandinavian when I was a little....uuummm....full of whiskey (yeah, don't swing an axe when drunk either)...but even then the handle didn't break. There was only a small dent put into the wood under where I had paracord protecting the neck. My GB Scandi is "my precious" so I never did that again! I still caress her to this day and tell her I'm sorry and ask her to forgive me....😁 We have a bit of an abusive relationship...😳😂
@B-leafer
@B-leafer 3 жыл бұрын
I got the "outdoor " axe and love it. Rather than stress my brain, I carry both hatchet and big blade, usually a bowie type blade. Digging the "crocs". I feel justified..lol. Ty.
@chrisboddy9775
@chrisboddy9775 4 жыл бұрын
Great video with nice wood skills you have another sub quality tools you have should last years I tend to buy best I can then buy once
@BackcountryKiwi
@BackcountryKiwi 4 жыл бұрын
Cool video man! I personally prefer a large knife as that is what I think works best for my area.
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 4 жыл бұрын
I totally feel you on that one! I think large knives should be more popular than they are, even in hardwood forests like where I live
@owenkosik1766
@owenkosik1766 3 жыл бұрын
wow that a cleaver way to make a feather stick, gonna have to try that one out
@Brendan_Clancy
@Brendan_Clancy 4 жыл бұрын
Hey, bud, good video! What did you treat the handle on the Outdoor Axe with?
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I used vinegroon to darken the tannins in the wood, then a mixture of boiled linseed oil, pine tar, and beeswax
@Brendan_Clancy
@Brendan_Clancy 4 жыл бұрын
Jim Leighty thanks for the info. Did you make the vinegroon with just steel wool and vinegar? I torched my outdoor axe handle and finished with danish oil, but I’m not thrilled. Probably end up sanding it and using your method. Any ratio for the BLO/tar/beeswax mixture you can share?
@rustybird8803
@rustybird8803 2 жыл бұрын
It depends on your task axes and big kines had better functions but cand over lap
@ForestWanderer_YT
@ForestWanderer_YT 22 күн бұрын
How did you made the handle so dark color?
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 21 күн бұрын
Look up how to make vinegaroon (vinegar and steel wool). I used a card scraper on the handle to remove the finish, applied vinegaroon coats. Then I soaked the handle in pine tar and bees wax. Kind of overkill but it turned out pretty cool to me!
@keggerous
@keggerous 3 жыл бұрын
Is it just me or do people overdo it with this stuff? I'm a simple man. I cut wood with a saw. I cut my own kindling with an axe or a knife. It's not really that complicated. Hell, I can do a lot of stuff with just a small pocket knife if it comes down to it. Yeah, I'm not going to be cutting down trees with it or splitting logs. I can still cut tinder and collect deadwood. People are making these fire chores out to be this big deal. "What tools do you really need to get the job done!?!?! Will a knife work or do you really need an axe?" How about who cares? Grab a big knfe and make it work. Grab an axe and make it work. It's not complicated.
@TSNchannel
@TSNchannel 4 жыл бұрын
I like that machete, beatiful
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Bark River JX-5. Pretty sure they are discontinuing it so grab one while ya can if you are interested!
@Hohmies86
@Hohmies86 3 жыл бұрын
That has to be the safest way to split wood with an short axe
@seff2318
@seff2318 4 жыл бұрын
If you haven’t already, look into basque axes. They’re great hardwood axes and slip fit. Hands down my favorite bush axes. Check out Ben Scott’s channel. He has loads of helpful videos on axes, forestry tools, axemanship fundamentals, and theory. This is a link to his video on bush axes. Cheers :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaKklqSBds6jkMU
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 4 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks for the comment man! I am only slightly familiar with them, never used one. I will go check it out now thanks!!!
@turtlewolfpack6061
@turtlewolfpack6061 4 жыл бұрын
I second the Hachas Jauregui axes! I own more than a few axes, hatchets and tomahawks and love my little 800 gram Hachas Jauregui straight edge limbing axe.
@jukeboxhero1649
@jukeboxhero1649 3 жыл бұрын
If your blade was about 12-13 long it's ideal. Even a 10" is ok but I love a big chopper and the hatchets I only carried 1 back in 03 when I didn't know better. I really dig that knife of yours. I found a better way to chop logs. If you chop almost half way then rotate it 90 and start again it should break after three or four chops instead of widening a single hole or cutting surface. Give it a shot and see if you're able to process sections faster. Saved me a bunch of time
@centralwashingtonmodernbus9456
@centralwashingtonmodernbus9456 3 жыл бұрын
Now, lets take this and compare it to a good folding bow saw with the right blade on it. The cut time will be faster and far less wasted wood.
@arctichare8185
@arctichare8185 3 жыл бұрын
A knife is a knife and an axe is an axe.
@kculbert7789
@kculbert7789 3 жыл бұрын
This topic always starts an internet war, but I'm going to give my two cents. As much as some traditionalists will hate me for saying it, it's easier AND safer to baton with a large knife than to swing a hatchet to process firewood. A hatchet does chop a bit better, but I don't do much chopping in the woods because I also have a saw, which I use to cut appropriately sized pieces of wood and then process. I DO have hatchets because they are cool and fun to use, but the large knife works better.
@alexandergutfeldt1144
@alexandergutfeldt1144 3 жыл бұрын
@kculbert: agreed, batoning _is_ safer than trying to hit a small target with a sharp blade. That is why I baton my hatchet! If you are a knife person, then that tool will work better/safer for you. Always use tools that are comfortable and safe!
@kculbert7789
@kculbert7789 3 жыл бұрын
@@alexandergutfeldt1144 Question: all seriousness here, some people say batoning a hatchet loosens the head fairly quickly. I am apprehensive to do it with a nice, gransfors hatchet that I paid quite a bit of money for. Have you had any such issues?
@alexandergutfeldt1144
@alexandergutfeldt1144 3 жыл бұрын
@@kculbert7789 I've been batoning my GB small hatchet (this one: www.gransforsbruk.com/en/product/gransfors-small-hatchet/) for over two years. No problem, and I don't expect any either, since I try to use 'reasonable ➡️ minimal' force when batoning I only 'hit' the axe head, never the handle I don't attempt to split wood with knots or with a diameter > 10cm (4"), I choose reasonable pieces of wood to process Any tool can be broken if not treated right. sorry for the rant😊, you knew all that already, I'm sure😇 PS: Since the hatchet survives hard impacts, when you swing it at the wood, it should also withstand being batoned, provided you don't overdo it and deform the eye.
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 3 жыл бұрын
@@kculbert7789 In my experience I have had to rehang two gransfors for a head coming loose from general use. I wouldn't be afraid to use it though, its a good experience rehanging an axe. Skillcult and others gave great videos on this if you ever feel lost attempting it. Also axe junkies and BushcraftUSA are good references for axe maintenance.
@ajaxtelamonian5134
@ajaxtelamonian5134 3 жыл бұрын
I do like the big knife and in some applications it is more efficient although I'm happy with either but if its summer I'd most likely just bring the big knife with a decent bowsaw or just bring the blade and fashion a handle or frame when I'm out there.
@woxiduswoxidus1167
@woxiduswoxidus1167 4 жыл бұрын
Great video! But what about safety issues? there are plenty of video when people get injured by large knives especially machetes.. also on some episodes you are wearing gloves, are they necessary? On timing 4.20 is clearly visible- that axe isnot designed for two hand usage -it's handle too small or at least for your chopping technique .. With longer handle results shall bring much more votes for axe usage
@rowanfernsler9725
@rowanfernsler9725 4 жыл бұрын
He used a hatchet in this. I’m sure it’s quite easy to cut yourself with a knife (speaking for my hands), almost never have I cut my self with a hatchet. Unless I’m carving I always use two hands on an axe or hatchet. It gives me better control and more force. With a hatchet that’s just 14 inches though, 1 hand isn’t bad.
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 3 жыл бұрын
I get what you are saying. I would say if you aren't comfortable with an axe or large knife I would wear gloves always. I am only 28 but I've been using an axe and knife since I was about 10 years old in the woods so I feel pretty comfortable with it. I wear gloves when I feel I am getting fatigued or doing a task I feel like I could slip and hurt myself. For example many of the times I spoon carve something small I will wear gloves due to the blade being closer to my fingers. Once you cut yourself a few times you learn what tasks you need them for. Also I always carry a med kit with me.
@woxiduswoxidus1167
@woxiduswoxidus1167 3 жыл бұрын
@@jimleighty7408 than you for response. Ben Scott on youtube also has some advices for body position and etc when your axe miss the cut exact place and then to hit the ground instead of hitting feet or leg. Razor sharp axes are quit dangerous. When people preparing wood for cold season and chopping it wearing flip-flops shoes in warm weather - common injury is cuttiing own feet when axe hits ground after miscut (information from medical stuff).
@marzmarch
@marzmarch 3 жыл бұрын
That’s a knaxe, really.
@oskar2500
@oskar2500 3 жыл бұрын
Machete wins in a jungle to open gapes, make your way.
@MrDosonhai
@MrDosonhai 3 жыл бұрын
In a tropical jungle, sure. Not this moderate climate forest.
@jimleighty7408
@jimleighty7408 3 жыл бұрын
Ive never been to one to camp but it would sure be fun!
@dennisleighton2812
@dennisleighton2812 Жыл бұрын
I confess to feeling a measure of frustration with this type of video, and apologise in advance if I upset you! Why would you compare tow tools for those kind of jobs that are not really what they were designed for? Cutting up branches into logs is a job a saw was designed for! Yet, no saw! When it came to splitting you split down the length not into the side? Batoning with a knife is not what it's for - it's designed for cutting, not splitting! Those dry branches you were smashing with the knife, why? Just stomp on it with your boot - it will snap like a twig! If not cut it with a saw! You see where I'm going with this? Wouldn't it be more useful to a learner to give them some sort of guideline as to what tools do what work best out there? So here's my first take on this: To cross-cut wood, use a saw (appropriate for the size of log); To split that (large) wood, use an axe/maul (using wedges is better); To split shakes/shingles, use a froe; To slash foliage/vines etc, use a machete; To split (small) wood, it is OK to baton, but only if you are desperate. Small wedges also work well!); To cut stuff, use a knife! I apologise again if I appear hyper-critical!
@alexanders5567
@alexanders5567 Жыл бұрын
I'm sorry as a Northern European the knife just looks ridiculous
@zarrayx
@zarrayx 3 жыл бұрын
The Hatchet is a Joke, if you go compare an Apple to Apple get a decent Hatchet.
@abanmeitei4916
@abanmeitei4916 3 жыл бұрын
Learn to grab them first, and then learn to use them.
@howardvarley8795
@howardvarley8795 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry .. way too many ummmms! Really annoying, switched you off.
@ObamaoZedong
@ObamaoZedong 2 жыл бұрын
Your comment is far more annoying than any ''umm's"
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