Can the Axis Handle Large Diameter Firewood?

Today we put the Eastonmade Axis Commercial Log Splitter to the rest with some 33” hard maple. Find out if it will split it
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[@fricknjeep]

hi i ment to say "YOU HAVE TO BE PHYSICALLY FIT TO BE CHEEP" at my age cheep is getting harder john

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[@keithdubois4027]

Adam, a little tip that was taught to me, when you see dark grey stains/almost black in your wood it’s usually because there is a piece of metal inside somewhere and that is the iron oxidizing in the wood which turns it grey/black.

[@EastonmadeWoodSplitters]

Great video adam. It definitely makes those big blocks a lot easier to handle.

[@grumplepig]

I like your no nonsense approach to your video.

[@dukeflem]

I really like this AXIS splitter and this demo is the main reason why. When you get to the bottom of the trunk, where the big wood lives, it can really make a difference. It also makes "after splitting" handling much easier. Thank you for your demo and Eastonmade for their thought and engineering/design skills!

[@Freetheworldnow]

This is what the Axis thrives on. Good choice machine as it is very versatile and having the conveyor is an extreme added value.

[@DDL2728]

I'm proud of you!! You're not afraid of a little extra work, & it'll pay off!! Good job!! ⭐ We love your videos. Thanks

[@benca6151]

Wow. Didn't know how this splitter worked until now. Now I want one. That looks so nice to have it all up off the ground

[@Davidraisedsimmentalcows.]

Great Splitter! Absolutely worth to work with the rounds. Continued Success. Thank you for sharing.

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Great video and that looks like an awesome machine. I’ve watched quite a few of your videos and just realized I wasn’t subscribed. Great job growing this channel

[@timthompson5885]

I don't mind dealing with big rounds like that. That's an absolute monster of a splitter. Stay safe!!

[@pastorjudysgarden6917]

I came over from Arms Family Homestead. I’ve watched through several videos. Nice channel . Found this tree splitting video really interesting and enjoyable.

[@GPOutdoors]

Great demo Adam! That splitter means business. Love the all-in-one design of it. Great point about the hidden steel in these rounds - Guy often runs a metal detector over the logs before milling. Thanks for the great video!

[@HometownAcres]

A metal detector would be a great idea. Have you shown any videos of Guys Mill? I missed it if you did

[@thomassnead9933]

Worth the effort and time. The lift really helps.

[@sjoshuan]

Good work…. 100% the Time and effort is worth it for $44. In Australia we have a brand called superaxe splitter and they have rollers on the larger model just slightly proud of the painted deck to make the sliding a little easier. Good job on the video as always and very informative. Thank you

[@jobobminer8843]

Doing firewood like this is literally my dream job. I'd do this all day, every day.

[@MrKamccarthyinc]

Good video Adam. I think it's definitely worth it with big wood seeing that you aren't leaving the table going for more logs all of the time, especially with that machine.

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Adam - Great idea to partner with the source of wood! We're so proud of your channel accomplishments! NW PA Proud!

[@HometownAcres]

Thanks buddy. I saw your video at lamb and Webster and said “hey I’ve been there” haha

[@PurpleCollarLife]

@@HometownAcres Thankfully they're always closed when I'm on my way home from work. If they were open, I'd probably have a tractor loan!

[@PurpleCollarLife]

So I just get to walk around and dream about a new tractor.

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[@waltermattson5566]

That is worth your time when you have the right tools for the job.

[@randallmidgley7589]

We have been splitting 120year old pines, big knots, we have lifting table, essential but to wood is brilliant burning, and I admit it easy just to cut ring in half or quarters, makes life so much easier.

[@JoesFirewoodVideos]

That’s definitely tree service stuff. I love the size/length of the conveyor

[@HometownAcres]

The conveyer is perfect

[@michaelroberts1342]

Awesome video Adam. That Axis does a great job and looks like it makes easier with big rounds than a regular splitter.

[@vaanes]

I like the application of your accounting background to look into the return on splitting that round. I bet you can’t wait to depreciate the splitter for that sweet credit

[@tomwinegar1371]

Adam, thanks for doing this video. I was wondering how this Axis would handle large rounds. The lift had no problem, and you made workable chunks like I would try to work with when you started splitting. You are correct in your thoughts on the large rounds. There is a lot of good firewood in one round. And this is a good tool for breaking them down. Looking forward to the next video. Have a good week.

[@SusanPratt-ti7xk]

The big rounds are worth it as I find a lot of people don't like the work but if doing it in your own time it profits as wood sells

[@fredbach6039]

Nice work. It's worth the effort and you made it look easy.

[@TonysTractorAdventure]

Enjoyed the video. Thank you brother.

[@chrismarsh9978]

Love Love Love that spliter and the Kioti too !!!

[@kennyp507]

This is what I get from work, I have an older horizontal / vertical splitter, I use to fight every round, now I take the kioti with the snow bucket and use that to move the rounds / bring them to the splitter to at least half them for easier lifting. If I was in the business like you, I would def have a setup like yours. BTW - great demo log, thats about as average of gnarly wood as it gets around here, big, knot, doesnt want to split cleanly at first, good demo and really good splitter, I've been following the 2 different splitters you have video'd and I'm very impressed with eastonmade products.

[@HometownAcres]

Hey Kenny, thanks. Glad you like the video. Yeah I can’t say enough good things about the 2 splitters we’ve had here on the channel. Both are awesome machines

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Thanks for sharing with us Adam, that splitter is a beast and does handle the job. 👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@thesmallwoodlot433]

Most definitely worth it, after I bust apart a large round by hand, I use my 30 ton to split them up! My problem is getting them into the truck the first time around!

[@climatechangelumber5480]

simply fantastic easton built splitter system. My 84 yr old neighbor and my 58 year old self take in loads of tree service limbs, trunks, logs, and rif raf leaves & such. we ask for oak, and we get oak, though sometimes Willow Oak ( Pin Oak ) which is not as quality logs for the purpose of making lumber with our portable lumber mill, ( woodmizer LT 40). with two conveyor roller bar tables for each side of our Northern Tools horizontal splitter, I lift up the huge pieces and split it such that I'm kind of tossing away the sapwood edges much of the time and making relatively square pieces of the hardwood. He sells this at 95.00 ( that's usually 100.00 received) per 8 ft bed truck load, and I make lumber from the straight logs that are 6 ft long or longer. It keeps me getting stronger, and it's like mining for gold: it takes a lot of actual labor, but it's fun to be getting something from what would be ignored and bypassed by others.

[@a.l.l.firewood8883]

That's why I setup my operation to handle giant wood that no one else wants to mess with, there is a lot of wood that gets waisted because people don't have the equipment to handle it

[@DanielAtkinsFirewood]

Same here.. Some times I have to split it down on the job site just so I can pick it up to load into my truck and trailer..

[@davidwillard7334]

They Simply ! Don't Know !! How to use ! An AXE !!

[@WOODDIGDIY]

I have to rip all the giant peaces with my saw then I put them on my rugged made 4 way. This machine is nice! I like the commercial version that has a 4 way and a one way wedge.

[@andrewslagle1974]

I use a large vertical splitter to split big wood no lifting just roll it on and split.

[@bill45colt]

@@davidwillard7334 i like my axe gasoline powered and with electric start

[@casycasy5199]

looks like a nice machine.you put it through its paces

[@tomdonahue8110]

Adam, another great video! Keep living the dream brother. Best wishes to you and the family.

[@HometownAcres]

Thank you Tom!

[@stewartmckeown5882]

Great video Adam great money to be made with the big rounds, nice to see your tractor working the new grab is very handy

[@baldbear5609]

Howdy Adam, I am coming over from Outdoors With The Morgans after viewing the collaboration video that you and Mike made. The first time I saw the Eastonmade Axis splitter/wood processor was on Buckin' Billy Ray's channel. I was skeptical about it as I often times buy firewood from a local veneer company that is nothing but log end butts the size of which are comparable to the maple butt you split in this video. Appears it will handle the big stuff easily enough as long as you can roll them on to the loading lift. You stated in a previous video a person needs to find what works best for them. I agree with that statement. My choice for a log splitter is a Swisher 12.5 HP 34 Ton that is horizontal and or vertical. I very seldom use it in horizontal position other than transport. I have had rounds of red oak that were 48" diameter that were so heavy it was easier to move the log splitter into position under the round than vise versa. For me a vertical splitter is the way to go as I very seldom lift the rounds to be split just roll them into position on the splitter. The bigger the round the more firewood that can be made. Single blade allows for more precise splitting and "square" firewood stacks a lot nicer than triangular. Anyway I am getting long winded here. Enjoy your videos will subscribe. I did notice that Mike and you neither one attempted to throw a piece of firewood behind your back onto the conveyor like Buckin' Billy Ray.... One more thing you mentioned age in the hookeroon video for me it was around 45 when things started to be a bit more difficult(turning 59 this month) at 29 you're in the prime age for what you are about however it is always better to use brain over brawn for most things. Have A Day! ;~)

[@HometownAcres]

Thanks for joining. This was an enjoyable read!

[@marksnider5755]

Awesome Splitter. I like the lift. That is a back saver.

[@chrisyangtze8403]

Holy cow watch this guy's work already hurts 🤕🤕 my back...

[@jeffbugonian8032]

That was awesome!! So fun to watch.

[@marthajessiejamesartscraft5103]

Dude! That thing is a work horse! 💪

[@jocelyneapril-hovde1992]

Nice, quick cycle, like the foot control .

[@arlenestokes7748]

Saw Daniel on Arms Family Homestead. He was using a machine like this. You sure make it look easy.

[@craignash4736]

New subscriber. Thanks. Craig Pa. Been cutting wood and burning mostly all my life.

[@mightymouse2893]

Another option, depending on budget, is to have a splitter attachment for the front end loader of a tractor or skid steer, we go through and half the huge pieces, making them more easily handled, just an option if you already have a loader with a remote. It seems the axis type splitter is the best option for consistent customized firewood with minimal waste.

[@leeskithree]

worth it for sure. that splitter is a beast

[@kaiul2967]

Thanks! This makes the big stuff look a heck of alot easier as compared to the 12-22!

[@dallasdaniels8978]

I like your splitter and it does big blocks. Dallas from Michigan

[@EPGunman]

That’s a nice piece of machinery!!! One day I will be able to afford a good splitter, till then I will have to do it the old fashioned way !!

[@vernonleenc]

I really like the Eastonmade Axis that’s a nice Machine👍👍👍

[@petedavis8701]

Good work, reward ratio, and keeps you fit! Nothing to lose if you’re careful not to injure yourself

[@joeyoliver579]

Looks like Easton finally acknowledged what Power Split has been doing for years. Easton still needs to step up the recycle time

[@DudeRanchDIY]

Nice stuff Adam! I never questioned the ability of the Axis to split larger rounds but I was curious to see how it would compare to a conventional horizontal push block splitter! Seemed like it was a breeze!

[@daveabercrombie3446]

Great video! You and the Axis made short work of that gnarly round and made it look easy! Definitely made nice looking firewood out of that big... er... sow’s ear.

[@BoudicaSlade]

Love that log splitter, it is super awesome no doubt. Gotta say though: my 37 ton Tractor Store special handles the largest logs in some ways easier than that. It operates in horizontal and vertical mode. It is easy to flip the machine vertical. I don't have to lift the log, I just roll/slide it. I make the big ones into quarters or eighths or whatever and then run those thru on horizontal.

[@inekelassooij840]

Top machine !!👌 Groetjes uit Holland 👋🏼

[@shaunroberts9361]

Saw Daniel from arms family Homestead using his new one and he mentioned you. So thought I would come over your channel.

[@rogerl8488]

Great video well explained loved it!!! The Axis smoked it!!!

[@Aaronzap15]

That axis looks like it splits effortlessly. And the right height to save your back

[@charleswhitehead7441]

I've got a measly 2 ton splitter and really knarly almond prunings. When the going gets too big I simply trim slices off the side in stead of doing the most obvious thing of splitting across the middle. It works every time.

[@paulherman9599]

That is an amazing machine...

[@coreyriley7160]

Excellent viddy. I really like the Axis

[@HometownAcres]

It is a cool machine for sure

[@SpynCycle57]

Seeing how the Axis handled those large rounds, it makes me want to go out and buy one of them.

[@jng3150]

Just getting those big suckers up to the table is a tribute to that very versatile splitter. If you had tried noodling that bad boy you probably would have lunched a chain.

[@DanielAtkinsFirewood]

I get tree service wood all the time. Its great stuff that would normally be tossed into Industrial grade chippers. Guess I could do a video on it as well..

[@bryansteen2219]

Great job great setup

[@geoffreykail9129]

I agree it's worth the effort.

[@ghostridergale]

Worth it, especially with the right equipment to make the job even easier then having to muscle it around!

[@curtanderson8655]

I always figure if it is wood and free it is worth it to split it, even if it takes you a little more time.

[@thesmallwoodlot433]

If it’s for free it’s for me! As long as it is not to punky, this year I will be heating for next to nothing! After paying for the splitter, and getting the truck going!

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[@markw2266]

I've been thinking about a log loader trailer for that reason as well. Huge commitment to get payback on it but I think if the service of removal is actually part of the job it could be an issue of collecting a fee for taking the wood. I would call it renting the boom. That could be a huge atvantage for a small service. Been using the Klaw on the skiddy to log out a fence line. What a game changer that is. The only down side is not having another one to unload the trailer. I'm going to try to get some content today. Thanks for posting.

[@thesmallwoodlot433]

I use a winch with block and tackle to load large or long pieces on my trailer with a claw!

[@alanshealy3061]

I have a outdoor wood boiler I love that big stuff !

[@cambrianxrplosion3417]

Why am I obsessed with these kinds of videos lately?

[@lyndacampbell827]

Excellent video!

[@traviscover590]

I like your new video today you did a really good jop today

[@jaysonbohnert6373]

I'm enjoying all your content. That splitter is top notch, sure beats the heck out of maul. Have you tried using wax or graphite on your table? Might make it even easier to slide big rounds. Keep it up!

[@kidphillyorg]

Your videos are well done and informative. You use real numbers and answer questions I'm thinking while watching. What role do you believe the axis plays in comparison to the other Eastonmade splitters I've seen you use or on the Eastonmade channel? If you were to go with one splitter and wedge, what would be your choice for someone just getting started in the splitting business? I've completely enjoyed watching and learning from you. Thank you for taking the time to post this. 👍🏾

[@HometownAcres]

So if you are working by yourself I would recommend the Axis. If you are going to be working with an extra set of hands all the time the 12-22 with a 4 way wedge and a box wedge would be my suggestion. Thanks for the comment. Really glad you enjoy the channel and get useful information out of it

[@kidphillyorg]

@@HometownAcres the Eastonmade channel now pops up in my feed and I subscribed to them as well. I left a comment with them, not only to voice my appreciation for their product, but let them know I got their through your channel. Thank you Adam, and I'm looking forward to learning more from you in the future. Will Philadelphia, PA

[@darryyllklarkey3964]

Adam. Nobody has ever done a video on using a pin pointer metal detector for suspect wood with metal in it. They are 150 bucks and can detect a nail 10 inches away. They also ratchet to determine the distance from the metal. Collect some suspect rounds and give it a shot. It's saved my chain so many times with trees especially near residential areas or fence rows on the farm. Look up the TRX pin pointer. Cheers!!

[@robertward553]

To me, that is the perfect splitter for those type of rounds, also perfect for controlling the size of splits for bundling wood. As long as you don't have to bust your ass getting the big rounds to the lift, they are worth it. I'd carry a hatchet to help get those splits apart instead of pulling them. I found they work great. I like your channel.

[@hokeypokeyalso1783]

What a great tool!!

[@crazyman3157]

For free wood, making money per round, it’s worth the hassle and time. Also, you help grow the tree service guy’s business as well as your own. It’s another source of wood which, during times, can be a huge benefit.

[@thomashall9792]

I agree:). I get logs delivered now . Cleared most of my property already. So, cost per cord is low :)

[@olivertaylor8788]

Good machine design,,me I would have shoved the whole block through a dye one shot,100ton cyl ,those knots no problem..I like the fact that you're trying to design something people can use and produces a good product.,,,good job..I played with stuff like that all my life,,50 years building systems that made work easy ,,,glad to see someone else doing the same..be safe,

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Nice video Adam I have been wondering how well it would do on the larger stuff seems like it handled it pretty well. Those big rounds are a lot of work on just about any splitter. Take care brother

[@HometownAcres]

Yeah big wood is a big amount of work no matter how you look at it or what machine you have but I do think this is about as easy as it can get

[@williamwilson6887]

Adam, Great video and I agree, well worth the time and effort to tackle those big rounds considering what they’re worth. FYI.....if you’re looking for more IBC totes check out Mike Morgan’s video from this morning. His supplier has over 100 available and his phone number is displayed on the vid. I believe he’s located just north of Pittsburgh. Stay safe

[@HometownAcres]

Hey Will thanks

[@leniedejong9224]

Ofcourse its worth it!!! 44dollars you did not have before you start splitting it. So do what ever you like to do. Maybe 1day you can quit your job. Go for it Adam. We love to see it all. Thanks for showing it.🤗🎄🎅

[@garandsgadgets5372]

What a great machine...sure beats swinging an Axe

[@stihlnz]

Great demonstration, wish I had that splitter. The big old butt logs have the most grain and resin on any tree type that I know. Its the best wood by far and worth the hard work. Not having a log lift like you do, I split the ring into quarters or more to make it manageable - I've given myself a hernia lifting rings so use the saw more now, cutting along the grain is the easiest cutting your saw can do, get a good axe to finish the job off.

[@howard5567]

I wont to thank you for your episode with your Axis. What you did with your Axis, we do with an old Champion vertical & horizonal. Than finish up with my 9-16 Eastonmade. An before that, a steel-wedge & 8lb sledgehammer. "O" we do also have a Kubota B series with pallet forks, as your lift. It ain't pretty but it works.

[@healyfamily4]

The Axis handled it very well. Free firewood is hard to resist!

[@cabbyhubby]

Nice splitter !

[@TheHobbyShop1]

That side lift table is money on a big round like that!

[@kevinbrewer2141]

It a thirty nine inch red oak that tree heated my home for most of the winter. My splitter is a vertical horizontal one.

[@fralin1966]

Thanks for posting this episode the machine has a ton of room to move the block around the splitter is quite capable of busting up the lunkers see ya on the next one ! 44 dollars per round in less than 6 minutes oh yeah.....

[@bwillan]

The Axis certainly handled the big gnarly round of firewood from the tree server. When you are getting your wood practically for free (less your time and fuel for the tractor), it is will worth it.

[@rodcros]

Impressive machine.

[@dennisdunne588]

There is a lot to like about that splitter but it did nothing that my horizontal/vertical splitter wouldn't do, just a lot nicer working at table-top level. That foot lever is one of the nicest features.

[@TakeNoneForTheTeam]

4:31 always split from the inside (center) to the outside after you've halved the round if possible. Try it. While counter-intuitive, you'll be amazed.

[@hillsidefarm7355]

I believe it is well worth it !

[@tmach58]

10 of those rounds a day = 440.00. No brainer i like that machine.

[@Zeke-yv3nw]

I love that splitter! I have an old horizontal/vertical splitter and its a pain trying to spin the round when its basically on the ground. Therefore in my situation I shy away from the large rounds because it just so much labor and very hard on your body.

[@jlaw5767]

I split some ash a bit bigger than those rounds this last year with a Huskee. Glad my splitter tips down 😂 I couldn’t lift them up.

[@kennethrobinson5151]

I've been splitting pieces like that with an 8-lb Mall for 20 years I actually have some chunks burning right now but that splitter makes it a lot easier.... I actually prefer those naughty chunks in my wood stove they last for 12 to 14 hours

[@HometownAcres]

The finished product is definitely nice. They burn great. But getting there without a nice machine can be frustrating

[@kennethrobinson5151]

@@HometownAcres luckily the firebox on my wood stove is almost twice the size of yours

[@americanoverlander1116]

@@HometownAcres get an mt85 from bobcat and a branchmanager to go along with it. You won't regret it. You could easily set rounds like that on the production table. I do tree work and it is a force multiplier, plus. We now have some land where we're stocking wood for splitting and milling. I'm finding your vids very helpful.

[@olivertaylor8788]

Me to,,much more BTU also