Guns, Swords & Pouring Pewter Rings on a Curly Maple Axe Handle | PIONEER | BLACKSMITH | BUSH CRAFT

[@stephencritchley9355]

These are not just tools or weapons, they are very much loved necessities & treated as such. Fascinating.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Exactly Stephen, exactly.

[@HallnoutMhall]

Good evening Peter and friends. Well I finally found time to watch this and what an interesting video. Thank you both for sharing. I'm interested in seeing the next video as always. Until next time take care and be safe and we'll see you down the road friend....thanks

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Perhaps we will cross paths some day!

[@2gpowell]

Hello, Peter ! Your friend is very dedicated to his craft and very skilled. The pewter inlays are a very nice and interesting touch! Appreciate your dedication to keeping the past alive ! Take care look forward to seeing ya on the next 18th century adventure !

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Gil. Appreciate your continued interest.

[@shoot2win506]

Looking forward to seeing the finsished product Mr. Pete....stay well!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Me too, I’ll keep you posted, lol!

[@aggieduke1]

That was great Peter. Nick is quite a craftsman. Cant wait to see your finished axe.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

He is indeed and I’m always open to learning new skills. Nick did not disappoint!

[@richardliles4415]

Quiet the intriguing video, enjoyed it all so very much. Much thanks to the three of you.👍

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Richard.

[@earlshaner4441]

Good morning and Happy Easter from Syracuse NY USA

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Happy Easter Earl.

[@libby2012]

Very cool. Thank you.

[@kirkterwilliger6407]

Very relaxing and enjoyable Peter. The display at the end, was museum quality. Thanks again and may you and your family have a wonderful Easter.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank Kirk.

[@marieleopold1625]

Don't know how often U come across this Peter, but 2 me, many a person who saw U enter their property, could easily state; "You're 'late!" Which could leave a 'lesser man' with a complex of sorts, 2 B sure. I thank U and Catherine 4 sharing your time/talents with us = WELL DONE! Here's a bit of wisdom from; Ben Franklin..."Those who beat their swords into plowshares, usually end up plowing for those who kept their swords." Health and Blessed Easter! :)

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Happy Easter Marie. As always the things you share are a enlightening and profound. I get up in the morning and wonder what I can build, old Ben got up and wondered what words he could craft into a memorable quote.

[@rickgaston7118]

Answered a lot of questions , thank you

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I usually have a lot more questions than answers, Rick. Glad I could answer a few of yours.

[@bobbymiller1414]

That's so cool

[@beverlymichael5830]

So fascinating the all the work done to create the bands. Beautiful. Looking forward to seeing the handle finished.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Beverly, soon I hope.

[@panosdimi4713]

Hi peter how a amazing thanks you

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@lancehenderson7249]

Very interesting, never seen this before. Had no idea. Thank-you, Watch your top knot

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Vance and do keep your powder dry!

[@MrBubajunk]

Awesome video

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@christiaankruger3713]

It is so interesting to see the journey of the Axe. Sure is turning into a beautiful Axe 😍😍

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Nearly done. I also prefer the journey versus the destination!

[@jeffgrier8488]

Thanks for the video, i enjoyed seeing the artifacts and the process of the pewter work on your axe, which looks great!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Jeff.

[@mikefox7947]

Great video I jus stumbled on your channel and I can't get enough of it man keep doing your thing 👍👍

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Welcome aboard, Mike. We’re glad you’re enjoying.

[@lae52]

Another interesting video. As a gunmaker I've done some pewter nose caps. Frequently the chevron muzzle caps require the the use of graphite (pencil lead) to help the pewter flow through all the channels. I've been enjoying seeing the Canadian aspect of reenacting. It really brings home how little difference there was back then in the bush and frontier.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I reckon the similarities stem from the fact, we were all from the same stock … way back when. We had intended to use lead, even talked about it and than realized we had forgot, after we had it all taped up.

[@Malzen66]

Loving your videos...thank you. Could you tell me what they call the ring buckles you have on your clothes and headware?. Cant seem to find any info on them. Thanks

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

They are trade silver items that were very common in the 18th century. All trading posts carried them. They could also be used as currency. If one found themself needing powder, lead a blanket etc., you could trade back in the silver.

[@freddiekozlowzki5697]

Peter another skilled craftsman what workmanship when one has a certain skill the people are in the same culture the word gets out l only hope someone is a apprentice learning it we need to keep it intact always Freddie thank you again 👍

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I’m with you Freddie, we must pass it on to those who have an interest in keeping the old skills alive.

[@handsomedan1997]

Thanks again so awesome

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@tammyevans7333]

Nice work!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Tammy.

[@J_C_Firelocks]

Great video Peter! You keep this up and you will get picked up by PBS!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Flattered, thank you.

[@timothyhood3143]

Nice.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Timothy.

[@timothyhood3143]

@@TheWoodlandEscape I really need to come up to Canada and apprentice under you. I bet in 25 years or so I could learn half of what you know.

[@krockpotbroccoli65]

Very interesting.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@Lauralamontanaro]

Danny from Deep South sent many of over to say Hey!!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

And we are certainly flattered, his channel is the real deal. We appreciate your interest and support.

[@ashleyanderson2859]

Appreciate your efforts and dedication. Interesting process. Glad to see something I have very little knowledge about. Always enjoy learning something new. Thanks again and keep your powder dry!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Ashley … watch your top knot!

[@dianeneilands5604]

Another great video Peter! I always enjoy watching. I recall my first attempts pouring pewter bands and mouth piece on a couple hawks and hoping I didn't screw up to bad lol. Nice to see that I followed the same technique as Nick and got the same results. Thanks again for having us along on your journey's to the past!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Diane. I certainly plan on doing more and perhaps a tad more decorative.

[@PATCsawyer]

Nice work/technique for those pewter rings. Will you be doing an episode on the evolution of the poll axe?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you. Interesting idea on the evolution of the tool. Might be a tad hard to find a lot of information.

[@jamesellsworth9673]

How to make a mold and pour pewter is the subject. The aspect of spending all that time and care to add a decorative element to a tomahawk, I suppose, is beside the point. In the end, you have a 'memory' piece with the hands of several craftspeople worked into it!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

The embellishments on items in the 1700’s were limited but, they did like aesthetics as well as practicality.

[@jimstone2669]

Can you explain your hat our head cover the round & different designs you have?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is a square of linen worn like a turban, which was quite common on the frontier. It has some trade silver attached, which was also very common at the time. Bought, sold and traded at most outposts. One could use it like currency.

[@denislosieroutdoors]

Another unexpected outcome in a video there eh! Never know what you are going to teach your viewers, nice seeing videos from here in Atlantic Canada...thanks for sharing

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Denis. Btw, I love the east coast area.

[@kingrafa3938]

👍👍👍

[@markaugustus621]

Another answer to how did they do that? As always great video.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Mark

[@thatsthewayitgoes9]

Amazing work, you two together. Contrast between intense immersion into a period hobby / lifestyle and young man with money making business. Hey, Paul, careful swinging those barrels, there’s a lot of metal bench legs around that shop! 😁. You know we respect you both, for different reasons. Maybe, you could melt a pewder in lay using birch bark like you suggested. Be an interesting contrast. I’m sure he wouldn’t be offended. You were so nice paying or trading something to him for his work. Nice to meet neighbors and other craftsmen

[@thatsthewayitgoes9]

Peter

[@jamesvatter5729]

That was something different, Peter. I'm completely naive to pewter work. I kept thinking it would be like molten lead and burn the paper or wood. Those three rings will certainly add a nice touch to that hawk handle.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks James. I’m looking forward to finishing the wood and making a sheath for it.

[@Mossyrock6]

Wow! Small World. I have a Bowie knife order in with Nick!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You certainly won’t be disappointed.

[@jtsterry]

❤😊😊

[@martinmeltzer2696]

Hey Peter! That 'hawk is going to be awesome when you're done with it! (And that was ANOTHER impressive shop as well!) When you get a chance, check out one of my favorite local authors here in Indiana, Charles Major, on Amazon. The book is, "Bears Of Blue River". It is a collection of short stories set in the time when Indiana was a new State in the Union. The story of the Fire Bear should make a good Winter story for the Grandkids! If you like it... he has another entitled, "Uncle Tom Andy Bill", that is a good read too!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks for the recommendations Martin, I love a good story. Not much time in the summer but, I’ll add them to my winter reading list.

[@martinmeltzer2696]

@@TheWoodlandEscape I have enjoyed your channel SO much since I came across it. I am insufferably pleased that I am the one to introduce you to Mr. Major and his stories of Shelby County, Indiana! The locations that he mentions, the Big Blue, the Little Blue, Flatrock River, Brandywine Creek, Conn's Creek (The Old Meltzer Homestead is at the headwaters of this one!) all exist. In the town square of Shelbyville, there is a statue of Little Balser, in his frontier leathers, lifting two bear cubs, one in each hand, above his shoulders. I hope you enjoy reading them as much as I did when I was growing up! Winter is the best time to read these stories.

[@michaelschmitzerle2587]

Another excellent video! Happy Resurrection day‼️

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Michael and Happy Easter to you.

[@terrynoraturner1848]

I may have missed it but are the rings ornamental, functional, religious?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Got the first two. Religion has no part in trade silver but, to the indigenous peoples, some had a significant meaning and possible a belief that they were “good medicine. Trade silver was a common item on the frontier … bought, sold and traded. So ornamental for sure but, could be used as currency on the frontier at any out post.

[@terrynoraturner1848]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Makes sense.Thanks.

[@halliwilljon]

I may have to try that on mine. But im notorious for breaking my handles.......

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Apparently, it can actually increase the strength in weak areas , or so I’ve been told.

[@lae52]

Peter, I've no idea how to contact you outside of youtube, so I finally decided to try here. If this is out of line please delete. I would be interested in muzzleloading loads you use. I've recently had an "awakening" as far as smooth bores go, having always loaded from a rifleman's point of view.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

We’ve been thinking of doing a short video of different loads . You could send me a friend request on face book and then we can private message, if you’d like.

[@jtsterry]

❤😊😊