Harbor Freight Just Did Something WONDERFUL

[@wranglerstar]

Everything I Used To Mod My Axe: File - amzn.to/3xdtApH Heat gun - amzn.to/3wgDZAO Ballistol - amzn.to/2RKzWOr Jet Bench Clamp - amzn.to/3vdbmmX Pocket Stone - amzn.to/2TotyNm Sand Paper - amzn.to/3zjbPaA Boiled Linseed Oil - amzn.to/2ShKGUN (amazon affiliate links)

[@reaperhunter7297]

Thank you for the links good sir 🙂 also are you serious about the survival review? Also may look into getting one of those file cards that would be alot easier than beating them on a board lol

[@aceggkspade958]

Thanks for the video. I bought one nice ax and one cheaper one at Home Depot and I never use it because of the slippery handle and to wide of an edge for the ax. This was super helpful because I never thought of doing this to get my cheap ax like my German one. But I got myself a project for Sunday. Thanks for the helpful tips. Love videos like this. And as always keeping you guys in our prayers. One last thing, could you tell us what lake that was you went fishing at. My parents live near “Adam and helens” too and love to fish and when they saw that they really wanted to know where it was. It looked beautiful and great for fishing. Thanks Cody

[@randholt11]

Thx. Great axe vid

[@arnonym739]

I love the Harborstar channel! Reminds me of those Homeshopping TV channels of the past ....

[@TheRichie319]

Thanks for the great videos, where did you pick up your vice pads ?

[@redactedCowboys]

I know I’m late to this. But ran to harbor freight I guess they must have watched this video. My local harbor freight had the raw wood for the handle. No stickers. A more tapered profile and the back is flat. Now it’s $14. But honestly impressed that the company had gone out of their way for the consumer! Thanks for the video love your work!

[@Lucas_Jeffrey]

no way xD good on them

[@Unknown-pc9yq]

I haven't seen one of these axes in a long time.

[@scottbowen6514]

$14???? The dirty bastages. I'll be looking tomorrow.

[@Unknown-pc9yq]

@@scottbowen6514 use the 20% off coupon for father's day this weekend!! Still a great value. I just got one.

[@eggbenedict-gt7mw]

​@@Unknown-pc9yqbuy Stanley axe for just $5 with steel handle and rubber grip

[@mrkarma4209]

As a young hispanic male that grew up in the dangers of Chicago without a strong father figure in my life i really appreciate all the knowledge and wisdom you've shared with us throughout the years i personally have learned so much just watching your videos thank you

[@charliesmith643]

Essential Craftsman is another good one.

[@timdixon3391]

Glad you made it, my friend. That place is a warzone

[@cinnamonbun9690]

That’s awesome man

[@jdsrcs8061]

Good for you brother!!! 👍👍👍

[@joebonomono]

Knowing what you know about yourself it's important to recognize that you have it within yourself to become a leader and show others the way like Cody has. If you've never considered it you might think about the military, it gives you skills, family, and money. The military is full of young people who got dumped on by life starting out and have since joined and found each other and now share a brotherhood that lasts until they die. Just a thought. If you think Cody is putting you in good path, the military can take you further. Also, years ago Cody put out a video on advice for young people, if you haven't seen it you need to.

[@Natesroberts92]

I don't know why youtube recommended this to me, but I watched the whole thing.

[@overland_panda]

Lol same here. No clue but damned if I didn’t watch it all and I’ll be heading to the hardware store tomorrow

[@twhite1660]

I was hooked!

[@Trebuchet48]

I don't either. And I didn't. Do they grow "hickory" in China?

[@luisflores6641]

I guess youtube knows what i really want to watch

[@WiseSnake]

@@Trebuchet48 There is at least one native hickory species in China.

[@johnpeterson2987]

I repaired a hatchet i got 20 years ago based on one of your videos. Very happy with it.

[@Thelabdad]

I just picked one up today. I commented to the guy at checkout that I was glad they finally had a few on the shelf (I checked earlier this week and a few other places). He said, “ya a guy on KZbin just posted a video about it and they’ve been flying off the shelves”. To which I replied “yep that’s why I’m here”

[@DrMantisToboggan2005]

As someone who works for HFT, this makes me happy.

[@warblerblue]

@@DrMantisToboggan2005 How many did you buy? :)

[@theNoogler88]

Same story in central VA

[@jimmyschmidt14]

Same

[@yeboscrebo4451]

Haha thats hilarious

[@darkestbeforedawn8130]

This man is such a good teacher, he says things but then tells you the 'why' behind it. Perfect pace for his videos too, for me anyway... Busy world out there and it's nice to see a guy take his time.

[@kenkjer]

I am impressed not only by the hatchet but by your knowledge. I am 78 years old and grew up on a large beef farm. We heated with wood until the early 60's. I cut more wood and kindling than I care to remember. Most people today go to a hardware store and buy an axe or a hatchet and that is it. You did an excellent job of getting a new hatchet into shape. I realize the time frame involved in your video, but I am sure you will put the final touches on the toe, bit and heel. The cheek could be narrower, but it is a hatchet and just used for splitting or small cutting. Also refinishing the handle is an excellent idea.

[@Mihogan]

I've owned this axe for 16 years. It was my only hatchet growing up as a kid for camping and fires. When I bought my home 3 years ago I obviously upgraded to other hatchets and axes. Unfortunately 2 years ago my buddy broke the handle on this thing but I put a fresh one on and the head still lives on!

[@averywagner337]

Growing up in a single parent household. The life lesson’s I’ve learned from this channel are invaluable.

[@jourdan4293]

I second this.

[@jackgallagher9561]

I third this

[@tomits9696]

I fourth this. He’s like the father figure that a lot of us never had

[@jameslund221]

I ate this. lol 😂

[@LifesGuardian]

Not even kidding. I wish I'd found this channel sooner. I don't remember much about my dad. I do know that my mom was right to leave. I know she did her best, however, there are a ton of things a boy needs to learn that moms just don't understand. I was bullied relentlessly as a kid and adolescent. My mom wondered why. You're bigger than those other boys. They should be scared of you. Well, I've done some thinking. It was because I was bigger than them, and because I wouldn't fight back. If I'd have thrown one good punch and took the punishment (from their friends and suspension from school for a day or two) I would've sent a message. I don't want to hurt you, but I will if you force me to. That last part never happened. It just never occurred to me. Outlast them, then the teachers would stop them and punish them. That's their job, right? Right...? Guess not. Luckily, military life and fatherhood brought it out somewhat. So, while I don't want to engage, I will now if forced. That was a hard lesson to learn on my own though. That and locking washers. That's a brilliant idea. How many of those did I just throw away... lol Wow, I thought I was gonna say something funny about throwing axes or something... kinda went another way. Sorry 'bout that.

[@JakeStuckAtHome]

As someone who never had a father figure to teach me stuff like this growing up, your videos have taught me so much over the last couple years. In a way you've somewhat made me the man I am today. To that I say thank you.

[@12centuries]

Was thinking the same thing.

[@SoulFighter27]

that made me happy

[@stephennixon4501]

Jake that’s how much he cares he’s not even replied to you…

[@JakeStuckAtHome]

@@stephennixon4501 It's an 8 month old video. I wouldn't expect him to regardless lol

[@davidgreen5099]

You're not alone. 🙂

[@ja17_101]

Just wanted to add a warning about those linseed oil rags: DO NOT crumple them up and throw away, oily rags can spontaneously combust. Many house fires start this way. I believe you can put them in a metal coffee can, fill with water, seal, and throw away. Or lay them out flat and let them “dry”.

[@VoidySan]

Spontaneously combust?!? Is that just from being left in the sun or warm air?

[@waltyc.8577]

It's true. Search for linseed oil spontaneous combustion and you'll find several videos on KZbin. I lost a job once cause my boss burned down the building this way.

[@313soldier313]

@@VoidySan it’s from the fumes becoming concentrated in the air, in a small or enclosed space. It’s not spontaneous in the manner that you’re thinking, but those fumes will start to generate enough heat that even the smallest spark will set them off.

[@givemeanameman1]

Linseed oil rags can spontaneously combust, not all oil, running the used rag in water so its wet, is enough to stop it.

[@ryanokeefe12]

Add hay to the spontaneous combustion list.. whats more weird is that hay is more likely to combust when it's wet.

[@krishaddock9911]

Man this is so awesome my grandfather was a logger and it's really nice to see somebody actually know how to take care of their tools

[@nicholasricardo8443]

Hey Cody I am writing this to let you know that I pay attention to your videos. I am seventeen years old, and am going up to Minnesota in two days to spend the summer canoeing and in the waters of the great north woods. Your channel has given me so much inspiration to further pursue wilderness living skills, and to live cleanly in general. God bless you

[@wranglerstar]

I envy you, Nicholas, you have your whole life in front of you, make it count,

[@allanfarr]

Bring mosquito repellent!

[@jaredernst501]

Good for you!! I'm 25 from Wisconsin. And I enjoy using man powered tools. Or anything vintage or antique for that matter. I don't find any relation to anyone in particular. People don't understand me. I tell people I do what feels right, money doesn't motivate me the motivate or reasons for doing something and it's purpose is my motivation. But I can't find anyone who relates but that don't cause me to change In order to have mutual friends or aquatence. Keep it how it should be my friend and don't feel pressure to "keep up with the times"

[@mikemullen4172]

@@wranglerstar I promp0 999009m nmpi009ö

[@DEFkon001]

There's something mesmerizing about watching a tool get upgraded.

[@logantarr1522]

Watching Cody refinish axes were my favorite of his videos, I can really appreciate how he did this job with basic hand tools and a cheap axe.

[@VinceHathaway]

Yes, Cody did the work with very basic tools we all have however that vise is a peach. That is a 4" Wilton Bullet vise. $764.38 as of October 2024. Of my many friends who have well appointed work shops, only one has a Wilton Bullet on his bench. As for me, I will have to get by with my Prentiss which I bought used for $40.

[@flexintexan9159]

2 years later and were still learning from this guy! Gods work!

[@TheStp77]

63k thumbs up, never mind the backwoods you’re gonna have to spend a week in the jungle with that thing😂

[@McCAlexander]

Still growing. Looks like its gonna be a fortnight!

[@MelancholyMadoka]

A day after this comment and it's already at 76k

[@THPOOKY]

UpTo 76K now lol, he's gonna have to test this on the moon.

[@michaelbowers1902]

80k now

[@cameronnorris5104]

Hahaha

[@jcapdevila]

I wasn't gonna comment but I really appreciate how you broke down all those steps simply and easily without making me feel a fool for not knowing this stuff. Thanks a lot, I enjoyed the video a bunch!

[@JohnDoe-id1ww]

I have that same vice. It was my grandfathers, then my dads. It was burnt in a house fire back in 2016 and I recovered it from the garage then restored it for my dad. My dad passed away last month and I just shipped the vice back home to me after the memorial. I love that bullet vice.

[@4_Nik_8]

Sorry for your loss, hope he had a long and enjoyable life.

[@dougdobbs]

Those touch stones with our forebears hold a tremendous attachment, don't they. My sympathies on the loss of your dad, but what a wonderful memory you have for the future.

[@JohnDoe-id1ww]

@@dougdobbs So well put Doug. Thanks.

[@natepierce6642]

I'm sorry for your loss. The sentimental value of the vice and the risk you took to recover it tells me alot about the respect and love you have for your father. I imagine he was a great man and a figure that many would've had the pleasure to look up to. Idk you but I'm here sincerely and thank you for sharing your memories of your father.

[@zyanidwarfare5634]

My tools don’t have as interesting a story but my grandpa was a carpenter and I inherited his entire garage full of tools, half of which are older than I am and some older than my parents even to the point I can’t find replacement parts for them so I just maintain the parts they have as much as I can

[@waveranger4974]

Cody, I wish my dad would have been like you. You could have taught me so much. You are a great teacher.

[@joshdennis8841]

Cody you are the whole reason I got into Axes. Absolutely addicted to them now.

[@caedmonjones9982]

Same here lol

[@pieceofparadise9338]

Same here

[@scottames2334]

I agree 100% with you on this. I have a cheap all steal coleman hatchet I bough years ago. Last week went out and bought some hand files and reshaped the head on it so I can use it to split small pieces of wood for my smoker. Already thinking about my next purchase of a hatchet/tomahawk style piece for camping. I cherish these videos and stories deeply.

[@matthewsecrest9818]

@@scottames2334 a tomahawk is a weapon not a tool. good for killing and thats about it.

[@jonathanberrios3055]

Why was this recommended to me? 10/10 would watch again

[@jefferybrown3845]

Same bro

[@iverstaylot00]

Same

[@noober83]

Same. I guess it's because of all the forged in fire videos I've been watching?

[@jwinn4886]

Algorithms Bro. Powerful stuff.

[@bagel9367]

same

[@unchartedterritory3019]

Its good to see classic design being brought back. Design isn't just about aesthetics, it's about effectiveness

[@KSHAWK]

Aesthetics only matter in deceptive stuff but in tools looks are always second to functionality

[@wehaveasaying]

@@KSHAWK Functionality is its own aesthetic.

[@stephenday481]

Years ago, I put myself thru college hanging sheet rock. The first think I learned was using stripper to take off the finish on drywall hammers. It only took minutes and is better than scraping I do enjoy these videos.

[@MartinMMeiss-mj6li]

Right. The residue left by the original varnish after chemical stripping is actually a pretty decent finish.

[@Uncephalized]

I prefer scraping, less mess.

[@johnrandall6524]

honestly idk why this guy gets so much hate for no reason. he has been consistently one of my favorite youtubers and i appreciate his content, its very relaxing.

[@hunter027]

Same here

[@Shane_Reynolds85]

Because envy is a real thing.

[@noclass2gun342]

Honestly... can't stand him as person because for all his Christian values, he often says disparaging things about people from the east coast, which is about the least Christian thing a person can do. That makes him a hypocrite

[@davidgagne4373]

There are groups of fanatics that exists that seek to undermine traditional family ideals, ethical values, our constitution, and religious freedom. For arguments sake we can say that those folks identify as "the left". It shakes them to their core to see someone work hard, treat people and their family well, and be generally successful.

[@NeverMetTheGuy]

You're not alone; he's a good man. The East Coast things are jokes though... Pretty sure people grasped that, but apparently it's missed. The East Coast is cooler anyhow, but he already knows that.

[@OverlandOne]

I have this exact hand axe. I took off the varnish and hit it with a little linseed oil and, you are right, this is a great tool. Very well made for the price. I sharpened it and it works very well.

[@willannakin2772]

Amazing to see so many people saying they look to you like a father figure. You should be so proud that so many care for your lessons and obviously think you are a man to model them selves after. And I agree wholeheartedly. Thank you for all the content and hard work. Keep me and my family in your prayers and I will keep you and your in mine. Thanks again.

[@anklebiter2862]

These are the videos i miss .

[@jean-yvesmead3972]

A lot of love for Harbor Freight recently. D'you think an agent turned up on Cody's doorstep with a suitcase full of untraceable bottles of Loctite?

[@chaos.corner]

I think you mean HFT Threadlocker, No. 42

[@charlesmcmasters]

You know, Its a place where even the person with a small budget can get some decent tools. Not all are good, but kudos to Cody for showing us the good ones.

[@EstosWebos]

This guy could talk a cat off a fish wagon. Heading to the freight today.

[@TheCrittercam001]

lol...

[@IndieGamerMonkey]

i don't even need a hand axe and I'm going to buy one.

[@Beofware]

Ah the ole' fish wagon.

[@larrypatterson2340]

I think he's just factual not necessarily a good salesperson but I don't know each person each to his own

[@lonewretch]

@@IndieGamerMonkey for 8*CaChing*12 dollars?

[@aericraadley]

just getting ready for a midnight snack and i got an axe review to enjoy it with! would love to see this tackle on the wilderness!

[@abrahamtaylor7627]

As a young man living in the PNW, I really appreciate the quality you put into these videos. Been watching for a long time and still haven’t seen a video I didn’t learn a valuable skill or lesson from. Not to mention the videos just make a man feel at home.

[@redsideburnz]

I’ve lived in the PNW for 26 years now. Had many tools rust over in the shed and my truck. Never heard of Ballistol. Thanks for the tip!

[@saccaed]

Works pretty well. Fluid film too.

[@bigbore4498]

Been using it on collectible firearms for YEARS. It has an odor some people find offensive and I don’t understand it. It’s a very mild odor. And I don’t find it offensive at all.

[@dummgelauft]

@@bigbore4498 these days people find cotton candy offensive.

[@VndNvwYvvSvv]

Never? Buy some guns. Exercise your constitution.

[@bigbore4498]

@@dummgelauft that’s no joke.

[@rafaelcosta6365]

I'm gonna be honest, I'm an European that will most likely never have to use any of these tools but I still absolutely love watching these videos. One of the most entertaining channels on KZbin. From your charisma, to the amazing camera work and great commentary, couldn't be better!

[@mnmikeoutdoors8595]

I did similarly with the fireman’s axe at harbor freight. I cut off the rear spike and dressed the pole. I am always inspired by you ! Thanks!

[@roseymalino9855]

Good move treating that handle with Linseed. Filing that edge improves chopping and dicing but degrades its use splitting. It will be more inclined to pierce the wood and stick. For splitting, it's best for the wood to pop or explode from the strike and when it doesn't you don't want the head to stick or jam.

[@codybrooks8333]

Harbor freight will surprise even the toughest of skeptics once in a while

[@michaelinhouston9086]

I bought a reciprocating saw there for approx $25 about 10 years ago - that darn thing is still working perfectly. I use it for an hour or so every couple of months. If it had only lasted a couple years I would have been happy with it.

[@tankfu1]

Try that 3500w inverter generator. It's actually great.

[@WheelsOTG]

Bought a damn lawn mower engine from them to put in a go kart. 10 years later it’s still kicking

[@neoasura]

They got good stuff if you do your homework. Most people who bash Harbor Freight are usually brand name snobs that follow every other Dewalt Lemming.

[@codybrooks8333]

Im very much a harbor freight fan

[@Donnyf3841]

Hey Wranglerstar, I just did this. I made it for my dad for Father’s Day. It came out amazing. Thank you

[@michaelevans6599]

Thanks for the information.

[@harrisonharding]

I'm looking to do this for all my brothers and my dad for Christmas

[@micasasucasa3829]

so awesome man !!!!

[@Foxelz]

A truly heartwarming comment

[@mikeday9699]

I wish they would stop using paper labels on everything because you can’t get them off without spending as much time as you spent going to get the tool

[@brisci]

I bought a fish spatula from a well know kitchen retailer. They put a super sticky price label right on the metal. I couldn't get it off so I got a refund. They agreed it was unusable. And who wants to use a spatula that had lot of solvents applied?

[@jroseme]

If Im ever emperor, putting shitty paper labels on things will be instant execution.

[@jaredtippets6255]

Just heat the paper sticker with a heat gun and peel off

[@Az56818]

Lol especially stickers on non stick pans

[@icepick1514]

A bit of wd40 or remoil will brake down the adhesive if your old lady wont lend you her hair drier.

[@Michael-ms2tg]

I enjoyed your comments about the Harbor Freight axe. Here is another great axe which I bought at Tractor Supply. Great hickory handle . The profile of the axe head is excellent. The edge angle is obtuse and dull. But I quickly fixed that. I think the price was around $25. A great bargain. The brand name of the axe is Groundwork.

[@noahworke2497]

This was good to watch, started getting back into axes so I'm glad to have a sort of refresher course. Now it's off to find my stone...

[@christophersharp1884]

Are you building a boat?

[@noahworke2497]

@@christophersharp1884 Nope, just working on a nice old Collins Homestead I picked up

[@miguelteixeira3582]

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[@deputydang8291]

@@miguelteixeira3582 why are you posting this on every single comment? Just curious

[@lsksniper1936]

@@deputydang8291 it’s a bot he’s scamming.

[@jasonh1485]

The old tip for treating fresh wood with linseed oil: treat once a day for a week, then once a week for a month and then once a month for a year. Your tool handles will then last a lifetime with annual applications.

[@hawnsl100]

Axe mods are so fun to watch.

[@MOOBBreezy]

Every second for a minute, every minute for an hour, every hour for a day... But seriously though, good advice 😅

[@mrwdpkr5851]

i scraped/ sanded a sporterized 03A3 stock and did that . It looks great . I'm up to the once a month stage now .

[@ckmoore101]

Same as caring for a good end grain cutting board, oiling with mineral oil.

[@FredMet001]

I used boiled linseed oil on a small Wetterlings axe hickory handle, but so long ago that I cannot even recall when. Is it OK to use more now, and just go by feeling to judge absorbing?

[@ИсаакПесок]

Thank you for doing this the "old fashioned way" for us -cheap- classic folks.

[@otosere2857]

This guy rocks. I see a lot of uneducated people calling him crazy and such. He is more awake than all of us. Keep up the great content, sir!!

[@WhiskeySpruce]

You need to team up with Harbor Freight and make a Wranglerstar edition axe that meets all those criteria. I’d buy one and I’m sure many of us would.

[@willforeman74]

I like a series on how to make cheap harbor freight tools actually worth having!

[@qpSubZeroqp]

Same

[@peterfenwick2540]

I have done that with a couple of Ryobi workshop tools here were I live in South Africa. They are cheap entry level and kinda nasty but with a bit of engineering savvy I end up saving more than the next level up!

[@omarhu]

If RON SWANSON had a channel this with be it.

[@helidude3502]

Will This is the only one 🤪

[@albertogregory9678]

@@copcuffs9973 I’ll argue its still absolutely worth it for a lot of people. I think many would rather spend hell, even 4 hours on something rather than pay maybe $20-30 more, no joke. This probably would only take an hour at most, 30 minutes if you don’t re grind the blade.

[@sassed12many]

I prefer the $12 hatchet to the $600 useless survival tools

[@gorillaau]

There are plenty of suckers in the prepping community.

[@canaan5337]

I actually have one of those hatchets.

[@cocacolatgv]

@@canaan5337 is it reliable?

[@canaan5337]

I have not used it much, it did ok when i did use it, but it could definitely benefit from the modifications he made in this video I plan on doing the same before trying it again.

[@sassed12many]

@@cocacolatgv It's $12, buy 2

[@scotttucker5331]

I actually went to Harbor freight and bought this ax 2 days ago. I'm excited to try it.

[@danieldavis1352]

I'm purchasing my first axe but didn't know what was "quality" or what to look for. I'm so blessed to have found your channel. The time,patience, & pride you show in everything you do is a reflection of God's good nature in you. God bless you & your family WRANGLERSTAR

[@rustyriley5486]

Didn’t grow up in the best household and I’ve learned so many wonderful things from this channel. You’re doing the Lord’s work and I’ll continue praying for you! Keep it up and please keep the lessons coming!

[@byrontjrcooley1857]

My grandpa showed me many years ago that you could take a spent brass cartridge and flatten the end and run it with the grooves of the file and it would clean your files and not dull it at all. Love your show.

[@vortexan9804]

Just use a brass brush, though.

[@JohnStefanski-jd4rq]

You always provide practical solutions to common issues and show great insight & craftmanship while doing so! Well done!!

[@viperlabs7735]

This is more of the thing I wish wranglerstar would get back to

[@jlautomotive6349]

As many have said and I’ll reiterate, thank you for all the content and as well I grew up without a dad and have had to learn everything I know from trial and error and watching your channel. I have learned sooo much, you and and your family are always in my prayers!!! Keep up the incredible work!!👍

[@trake665]

Turns out I need a harbor freight hand axe. Don’t know what I’ll use it for but this thing looks great!

[@guylaraway6102]

Can be used for lots of stuff. Break open a coconut. Use as a meat cleaver. Hammer. Rough carving of a log. Let your imagination run like chips flying off that axe.

[@Nizzleson]

I like to find nice sticks, dress them down, strip 'em, stack them to dry for a couple of years, shape, sand and oil them. Give them as gifts. Axe justified. 🤓

[@marazomarazo6429]

@@guylaraway6102 Please drill the coconut and drink the milk first. After that my wife relentlessly throws them at the driveway! So many times I wondered what that sound was...

[@marazomarazo6429]

Watch some knot tying videos on KZbin. If you mess up, you can cut them off with this HF axe.

[@Alchemicalromance93]

Believe me you will absolutely always find a use for it. Believe me!

[@mikeregimenti4438]

I bought one of these for my younger son and did all the fixes you did. I did thin & smooth the whole blade. It sharpens easily & really is a great tool. Great videos!

[@olehbakklund2828]

my grandpa had his "winter" axe's standing in some type of oil never realised that wood dries from the ends, that explains a lot (the axe's he have are really old, think they were from his grandpa or grand grandpa, never been allowed to touch them)

[@achavez6838]

tell me more

[@JR-ld1et]

That’s awesome to hear !!! I stil have my grandpas axe and pitchfork from the 40’s

[@LawAbidingCitizen117]

That thing must be from the 1800s I believe.

[@1RoadGarage]

Well... time to head to Harbor Freight I guess.

[@Hipsters_N_Hippies]

And pick up some new jackstands while you’re out there.

[@blackbirdpie217]

Wait for the full review it might be made of butter soft steel.

[@Bludgy]

@@blackbirdpie217 LOL that term is amazing man I’m stealing that

[@bob.from.accounting]

@@Hipsters_N_Hippies that comment made me really LOL. For some reason always need new/more/different jack stands, right. LOLOLOL

[@sinamos3945]

I just did my trip today before I saw this. I can't go back for a while.

[@yams8905]

For some reason I have never thought about getting the varnish off the top of the axe handle. Thanks for that. Explains a lot actually.

[@joshdelay]

Forget a survival video. I want an incognito video of Wranglerstar walking the isles of a Harbor Freight!

[@ericquattlebum5322]

Yes

[@NathanKoshak]

Every time I go in there I have to remind myself that I don't technically NEED all these gadgets.

[@lightspeedlegato]

I'd be down for that.

[@NA-sy2fm]

I would love to see this.

[@forceghostburtreynolds7597]

too funny

[@user-ne3ze4zz7r]

You should go buy another one to contrast a “stock” one as it comes from the store vs this one that you “upgraded”!

[@danielcudney9006]

Thats a great idea

[@WannabeWoodsman]

I would say "put the finishing touches on" but I agree. It will emphasize the importance of proper angles of a sharp axe when doing carving/cutting tasks

[@matthewsecrest9818]

@@danielcudney9006 Yeah give them more money for their next bio-weapon

[@space_audits]

I bought a 50 dollar fan from Harbor Freight a week or so ago and it's the best fan I've ever fan't.

[@rustyb78]

Revisiting this video as I scrape the varnish off my Ace Hardware hatchet.

[@deputydang8291]

You heard the other man Wrangler, we want to see you walking through harbor freight!

[@THExGOVNA]

Tool store Tuesdays.

[@deputydang8291]

@@THExGOVNA Yes lol.

[@RadicalRain]

Coming across this channel was one of the best things to happen this year. Haven’t found a video here I didn’t enjoy, and i really do learn a lot 🙌

[@morantactical1105]

Welcome to the party!!

[@wranglerstar]

Thank you Harry, Mrs W and I are very happy to have you here,

[@morantactical1105]

Cody-I discovered your channel 8 years ago I think. All because I searched “shovel handle replacement” on KZbin.

[@grantwilliams630]

Dang well this channel already has me looking at forested land, but now I’m going to have to tell the wife I need a hatchet tomorrow.

[@uiopuiop3472]

bythe way. god bless the U S A sir

[@Corbin_Krueger]

I literally bought this yesterday still relevant

[@skouson]

The “cowlick “ analogy is an absolutely perfect way of describing wood grain. I’m stealing this to share with students.

[@jackvoss5841]

Thinning the boiled linseed oil 50:50 with turpentine, it penetrates better. Also, standing the handle with an end in thinned linseed oil will soak into the ends nicely. One end at a time. Both ends will benefit. Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

[@FollowRevolutionNine]

What's keeping people from boiling their own linseed oil and not buying the stuff with additives?

[@jackvoss5841]

@@FollowRevolutionNine G’day, Follow. At least two things keep us from intentionally boiling oil in our homes : fire safety and common sense. “Mommy!! MOMMY! See the funny man run and wave his arms!” Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

[@FollowRevolutionNine]

@@jackvoss5841 truer words were never spoken

[@kentemple6498]

I must say that after watching this, I thought, “Seems like a waste of time. Just go buy a good one for a few bucks more”. Then I looked up the cost of a Gransfors Bruks model 415. 😲 Over $150 anywhere. So now a bit of rethinking. This is a great video! The money spent and time put into this $12 hand axe was all well worth it. Think I’ll go get me one! 🤣

[@motorb1tch]

@@opinionsvary if steel rusts is not so much a question of quality. to make steel stainless, compromizes have to be made. just looking at the performance to hold an edge, its not the best. other then that you are of course correct. i too would doubt the quality of the steel.

[@keithsimpson2150]

@@opinionsvary Says someone who never fired a Norinco firearm. Unless you mean just axes in which case go off.

[@ericfricke4512]

TBF, this also requires additional equipment, which would bring the total cost up a bit.

[@gerrardwood1277]

Gerrard Wood 🪵 appreciate mod to purpose. Am Harbour Freight tool fan.

[@timg9448]

Hahahahahahaha!!!

[@williamfry6087]

My wife bought some old Chicago Cutlery wood handle knives at the thrift store. Those are now my woodworking knives. Scraping, smoothing, finishing. Thanks for the Axe craft.

[@shutupwesley7744]

"There's only two things wrong with it" yeah the handle and the head lol

[@fulsame1]

Considering you can spend 175 bucks on a plane that doesnt have a flat sole or a sharp blade, ill spend an hour or 2 to make a 12 dollar hatchet perform well.

[@acbeaumo]

@@fulsame1 If I'm going to spend the time flattening and sharpening a brand new plane, I'm going to buy a $30 plane, not a $175 one.

[@gregjones3660]

Isn't that what Timhouse commented?

[@holben27]

@@acbeaumo bruh you just said what he said in a more complicated way

[@sheeznutz2254]

Lmao

[@itswhatido1404]

Took me a couple Harbor Freights to find one of these in stock! Looks like others have watched your video. Just got mine and have started the improvements but I’m still taking it camping tonight!

[@shuntebikes]

80k likes you have to go back and find wilson the volleyball using only this axe

[@nineoneoh]

yess haha

[@johnr.9589]

Underrated

[@matthewsecrest9818]

you wouldnt have a match by any chance would you?

[@sbontekoe]

My 6 year old boy uses a spoke shave to peal varnish or bark off his projects. Works great and has a good angle of attack. Find them at antique stores often.

[@johnmcclain3887]

I took up scraping to finish wood, fifty years ago, because sandpaper always leaves sand. A cheap putty knife can very easily be filled square to the sides, and then an edge can be formed on each side, pulling a round, hardened rod, at about 80 degrees to the face, pulling from the center, to each end, on both sides. Scrapers are the best to smooth wood, remove coatings, bring down to very fine finish.

[@j3ff3ry18]

sandpaper leaves sand; does scraping not leave scrapings?

[@johnmcclain3887]

@@j3ff3ry18 Well, you do get scrapings but you leave nothing behind and the sand left behind is embedded in the soft grain. I bought a set of scrapers from Grizzly, decades ago, six or seven scrapers, inside and outside curves, one looks almost like an artist's palette, covers almost any inside curve. I've used three or four, but a few haven't been needed yet. "Turning a burr" on the edge of a scraper begins with filing it clear, if there's an old burr, dull, I've got an old 1/4 in piece of carbide drill, broken off, set it in a tool handle, and it turns a burr very smooth and quickly. You have to be careful it's easy to slash one's finger when the burr begins, but you can shape the edge to match a wood piano seat, for instance, and with care, you leave no lines, and you don't have to try to pick out sand grains, if you're doing a fine finish. I've not looked, but I bet there's examples on youtube. Once you try it, you'll never go back, unless you can't "set a smooth, even burr", I read about it in my youth, used an old plain carbon steel paint scraper, took some tries to get it down pat, but I've not sanded since. I don't do much woodwork, I'm a metal smith, machinist, tool maker, but I have to make boxes for tooling I make, and like to use finger joints, and bring it down dead smooth, and the boiled linseed oil until it takes no more. The Grizzly set is about the best set for the money, using them professionally, I'd buy the best, but any good carbon steel with some hardness will work. They take old varnish and lacquer faster than any other way I've tried. It works like he shows using his knife, but well made, burred, and you can get some area smooth, clean rather fast. Enjoy, I've never gone back.

[@peterojeda2627]

@@johnmcclain3887 I’m a 22 year old cabinet maker that sort of inherited a shop from a couple old timers that briefly showed me the ways of scraping. It’s definitely the superior method but I haven’t been able to file anything sharp enough to scrape wood smooth. I’ll check out the grizzly scrapers. Thanks

[@johnmcclain3887]

@@peterojeda2627 The key is setting the edge. You just file to get it square and straight. From there, the "burnishing too", a hardened steel rod, or something carbide, is used to "roll an edge", the pulling it across at 80 degrees, displaces the steel, forming a curl, and in doing so, increases it's hardness substantially. If you get a set from grizzly, they will be hard enough, but the real key is that burnishing. I'm going to look around and see if I can find a good video that demonstrates the burnishing. I'll keep in touch till you get it down. Once you get used to it, you'll wonder where it was all your life.

[@johnmcclain3887]

@@peterojeda2627 Look up on youtube "sharpening cabinet maker's card scrapers", there's several or more videos, at least on features the grizzly scrapers, but watch them all, when you get a chance, there's various techniques for different individual aspects, in corners, curved surfaces, let me know if you see what you need. I think you will be fine though. Feel free, just a handyman, always willing to help out.

[@dradkyn9118]

I really like this guy. He has a certain charm to him. I do not understand why people give him so much hate. He is allowed to have his own views and he is allowed to talk about them. He seems like a great guy who is very knowledgeable in his field.

[@BTeamSwingMan]

Love your videos. Love your passion for tools and the outdoors. Without getting too sappy, I never got to learn this stuff from my dad so.. thank you.

[@buckwylde9567]

I bought a small Collins axe and used your tips for sharpening and using the BLO. I put a stain on it as well and it looks amazing. Great for throwing too. Thank you!

[@TimberMan1973]

I was thinking this little axe would make a great thrower !

[@tom_olofsson]

I would have thought I would need more than a file to make this transformation. I think my grandson needs one. 20k thumbs up! Looking forward to the upcoming field use video series.

[@joebonomono]

Get him the file also, ah, the whole kit, set him up for success.

[@tom_olofsson]

@@joebonomono Great idea. We can work on it together.

[@MooseKabob]

I don’t think he wants likes I think he actually just wants an excuse to go out into the woods with an axe

[@---cr8nw]

Nope. He wants the likes. Getting a lot of likes increases the chances that the algorithm will show the video (and the channel) to new viewers on the home screen. More views and subscriptions means more money. This is his primary job.

[@EdSileo]

@@---cr8nw But it's still a good excuse to camping!

[@craiganderson3170]

Likes = $

[@wobblysauce]

A before and after would be nice... but we also know that doing that last step is the best thing for it.

[@---cr8nw]

@@ordinarypete Wranglerstar isn't a dummy. He knows that social media isn't a 30 year career. And it certainly doesn't offer health insurance or retirement benefits. He's stockpiling cash.

[@BW08854]

This video is great. I get the original "This Old House" and "Joy of Painting" vibes from this straightforward and practical how-to content!

[@hathama1088]

Nail on the head with that one!

[@benvoliothefirst]

@@hathama1088 Anybody else remember The Woodwright's Shop?

[@aaronkrycki9617]

When I worked for the USFS in the early 90’s my ax had a raw handle. I loved that tool. Great vid

[@jarednagreen463]

I watched this whole video with my 4 year old daughters, and when you asked for thumbs up, they were both quick to stick up their thumbs in approval! (I also hit the button).

[@bigospig]

I varnish my hands rather than my tool handles.

[@genericexcuse4737]

Why stop at the hands

[@simonize251]

🤣🤣👌🏽

[@eaf27]

I varnish your hands rather than my tool handles too!

[@darksideorbit8898]

Why I season my hands, not my tool handles.

[@overclucker]

I varnished a roll of toilet paper once when I was a kid.

[@philbuilds116]

That actually looks like a really comfortable and versatile hatchet.

[@dustinweaver3032]

I want to say I have watched this channel for years and in the last year I have realized this man is the heart of America 🇺🇸 I live in Florida and if wranglerstar is ever down my way I would be honored to by you a beer or cup of coffee. By the way I know this video is 2 years old. The un helmet video made you my favorite

[@birddog3566]

I’m still stuck on wanting to see your whole collection of axes and crosscut saws. I wouldn’t care how long it would be, I’d watch the whole thing. Maybe when you hit 2 million?

[@bexxISM]

I was about to remark the same thing. Like how many are hiding in his place.

[@Frowdo]

Open his closet and nothing but blue collars and american steel.

[@snickelfritz7833]

You’ve gotta love harbor freight. We have them everywhere in Ohio. However, my favorite store would be Rural King. I highly recommend Rural King to anyone looking for lowest gun prices.

[@Iliketochopwood]

My wife's uncle used to say if Rural King does not have it you don't need it....of course this was before they started carrying soap and toothpaste haha. But I love my Rural King gun barn. The only honest gun store around me they will say if something on the rack is junk or not worth it plus they haven't jacked up their ammo prices since the drought started. They have gone up slightly but not anything thing like I see anywhere else only issue is the scarcity of it all but its not their fault on that one.

[@snickelfritz7833]

@@Iliketochopwood Yes, there is something special about retailers that haven’t gouged shooters with much higher prices. I’ll remember their decency and shop there for as long as they or I exist. I’ve noticed most of those charging double price on ammo are the ones not doing so well and I’m.guessing a few will go out of business anyway. There is even a store that is taking $30 bricks of .22lr and asking $90. Double is within reason but triple price makes you a scoundrel.

[@Iliketochopwood]

@@snickelfritz7833 yea I agree it's a real shame too because something like 5 to 8 million new gun owners in the last 2 years and the way they are cranking those prices is going to turn a lot of people away. The more reasonable good people the better.

[@joelerk6298]

Sshhhhh guys don't give your secrets away.

[@eaglesecuritysystemsinc8242]

Love your videos! Im an axe lover, that originated from going along with my grandfather when I was a young boy to the forest to cut firewood. He always took the time out to explain how to use an ax and a hatchet and how to care for them. It’s stuck with me to this day.

[@garyadlesperger1891]

Excellent video. I'm an outdoor enthusiast and spend as much time as possible there. I attempt to invest in quality gear only but seek value also. Your video demonstrates that you can spend $15 and a little time and match (almost) the performance of a similar product costing $150. Thanks for the video, looking forward to viewing more. Prayers for you and your family.

[@j3ff3ry18]

I don't need another hatchet nor another axe - I'm even covered on machetes - but this makes me want to go to Harbor Freight & buy a $12 hatchetaxe right now.

[@docfinch296]

Over several decades I've modified several hatchets in ways similar to yours, along with double-bit/single axes of various head weights/handle lengths. But since I'm nearing 80 yrs I don't don't need any more nor does arthritis allow me to use them anymore. Hope my 2 sons will find a use for them when I've left for the unknown 'somewhere'.

[@auggie803]

@@docfinch296 -After U get there, Would U mind letting us know how you like it there and what it is like? Thank's.

[@DGOTheResistance]

Not me. Two reasons. One, the thing is made in China. Two, the metal on the head is probably soft steel, and will never hold an edge.

[@Thatsmisteroldguytou]

Right on.

[@MKahn84]

Same here!

[@vdgitaliano]

Just to be clear, harbor freight does not manufacture any of their tools. Every single item in their store is purchased from other manufacturers and re-labeled as harbor freight merchandise. They are not responsible for the production of not one item in their store. You could probably find that axe over at Northern tool as well because they’re pretty much the same as Harbor freight when it comes to their model.

[@xxSk8ing4christxx]

Pretty good business scheme imo

[@metaldude55ify]

I know this is an unrelated Business reference to your comment, but Vitamin Shoppe operates in the same way. You do not lose much quality but they barter with a high quality manufacturer to produce a higher quantity in their brand name with a competitive everyday consumer price.

[@Mightychef4u]

@@metaldude55ify Before Chinese mass production, virtually every private label item in stores was sourced from a name brand supplier, with generic products predominately outsourced to off-shore manufacturers. Craftsman woodworking tools were made by Sargent, Stanley, and Miller's Falls and their Companion line was lesser imported goods. Keen Kutter apple parers in the 1930's were re-branded Goodell Co. models. Grocery store canned and bottled products were sourced from Dole, Del Monte, etc... The difference today is that there is no quality being cheap goods. These are not new labels on quality items. It is cheap, period. The fact that the axe edge was so easy to reshape with a file shows it is common steel, unhardened, untempered. It will be dull in another minute.

[@metaldude55ify]

@@Mightychef4u thanks for the morning education lesson! Love starting the day learning something new! Have a blessed day brotha!

[@Mightychef4u]

@Rat Fink I am sure that the exclusive nature of their choice of manufacturers explains how I found Dollar Store tools in a Harbor Freight package.

[@JohnJohnson-yc7wv]

Great work! God bless you and your family! 🙏🏻✝️. Love others!

[@A_Gris]

I have no idea why this showed up in my recommended as someone who's never even considered an axe, but I couldn't help but to watch the whole thing, was oddly satisfying to watch the changes done to it.

[@dropkickninjatuan]

same here. but now i want an axe. from harbor freight.

[@returnofbeaux]

I reckon google just wanted to remind me that it knows about my axe.

[@KyleC2OO7]

No doubt. I have a simple hand axe just like this and you just can’t go wrong with them.

[@reamrkj1125]

I'd like to see you do a use comparison of the one you modified and one that is off the shelf. That would be really interesting.

[@sethmannie7745]

Great job where is the video you promised?

[@High_Lord_Of_Terra]

I have a similar one with a yellow fibreglass handle, handle is rubberised so it's actually really comfy to use. Amazing how a little rubber completely changes the feel of an axe.

[@captainwhackencracker4589]

That's what SHE said!

[@Harry-zz2oh]

I'm 6 ft tall and I really wish axe handles were longer. Even when I replace the handle on an axe or other implement like that they only seem to make handles designed for 5'6" tall people.

[@drinkmoresoda]

6 foot? Woah, are you a giant?

[@Harry-zz2oh]

@@drinkmoresoda No but my neighbor is much taller at 6' 9".

[@High_Lord_Of_Terra]

@@Harry-zz2oh I'm over 6ft and don't struggle, I've long arms though.