How To Handle An Axe

[@wranglerstar]

GET YOUR GRANSFORS BRUK SMALL FOREST AXE HERE goo.gl/W2oB7W A LESS EXPENSIVE OPTION THAT IS ALSO EXCELLENT goo.gl/BA0Zui Link To T&T Armament goo.gl/lHbjOp

[@CloneCommands]

I appreciate that you go to the effort to post a link to find the axe, but on other websites it is way cheaper.

[@BoilerRoomRadio]

I still say 30.06

[@ThriftyGarage]

Wranglerstar check out the recent video on click bait from Pure Living For Life.

[@bruzdneebly]

I guess the crown is there for it being such a high quality axe it's used by the Swedish royalty, much like the reason the crown is on the highest quality British products and services (when it's awarded).

[@AppalachianLife]

If he is truly going to be shooting long distance, 800 to 1000 yards, and be accurate 6.5mm bullets are the way to go. 30cal bulletts just don't have the ballistic coeficiant to hang with the 6-6.5mm bullets. Besides he would need a long barrel to keep 30.06 or .308 supersonic over 800 yards even with a hot load.

[@grantottaviano7445]

That Japanese saw cut through that hickory handle like butter!!!!!!

[@robertk5886]

Yes It Did lol

[@59zenbear]

All my japanese steel hold an edge the longest.. great stuff!

[@59zenbear]

Actually we do care. So don't be rude..

[@scottsmith6571]

iamchillydogg and suvs

[@mrnicerdicer1337]

I clicked on the video to learn how to handle an axe. Instead I learned how to handle an axe.

[@andrewchiles]

MrNicerDicer ha! Same....

[@shit89starter87]

Haha same

[@danniosgood1362]

😂😂😂 same over here

[@edwindude9893]

😂🤣👍

[@connorfitzpatrick326]

Lol

[@hunter73691]

hi wranglerstar, i have been watching your videos for quite a few years now and you have taught me alot about life. i am only 15 years old and i absolutely love your videos. you have taught me about chainsaws, axes, winches, tractors, and most importantly how to be a strong God loving man. My father passed away when i was young and i havent had a role model. It is really inspiring to me to watch your videos because you are such a great role model. I live on a few hundred acres and i can relate so much do your videos. I would love to maybe talk sometime i would like to ask you somethings about life.

[@outdoorperson6411]

Yeah I look up to him to I think that it’s really cool that we have people like him on you tube

[@tonyy5482]

You picked a good role model ;)

[@LesliePiper]

What a most beautiful compliment. And good choice of model. aaannnd DO read "Three Men in a Boat"!!!!

[@saulgoodmanfromthehittvsho1314]

[e-mail] is how you can contact him, go get it buddy, I assume you've been waiting for 2 years 💪💪💪😃😃😃😃😃

[@nacekilpatrick6290]

@@saulgoodmanfromthehittvsho1314 hi

[@beareggers]

My sister had one of my dad's old hammers and needed the handle replaced. I put a handle on for her, but also carved the old handle into a small spoon. It lives on in her kitchen.

[@Koolkidzao]

Bear Darkriver That's really nice

[@larrystalans4155]

I'm 13 and you got me loving old logging hand tools and I want to make a Damascus axe and I will never made a handle so thank you man you helped me alot

[@noahleek9696]

I thought I was the only 13 year old with these interests. Good to know I’m not

[@911fbi2]

same haha I'm15 years old

[@WannabeWoodsman]

@larrystalans4155 How's the journey going? Have you made your axe?

[@AgriculturalLife]

My axe, same like yours, is also proudly build by AS :) AS - Anders Strömstedt DG - Daniel Gräntz KS - Kjell-Åke Sjölund LP - Lennart Pettersson MB - Mattias Blixt-Pettersson MM - Mattias Mattsson MS - Mikael Sundberg RA - Rune Andersson TT - Tobias Thelin UN - Ulrik Nilsson JB - Jonas Berglund JH - John Hårdsten EB - Erik Blixt PH - Patrik Hansson LH - Linus Heimer CS - Christian Sjölund MH - Marcus Hulin DF - David Faxby

[@nielsseignette5009]

Thank you Mattias Blixt-Pettersson for my awesome small forest axe. He is a great blacksmith.

[@G1NZOU]

MF - Martin Forslund

[@knifeaddict1014]

They got some new names now lol

[@xxgoodboy1499]

Thanks a lot! This comment is like the library of Alexandria.

[@chrism.7166]

What I love most about your channel is how you touch base on so many different topics.

[@captex360]

Can I say something from my heart and I’m weeping bitterly as I say these things. I didn’t get to experience life like you. I’m not trying to live vicariously through you but I need some tips and direction and support and motivation. I love you channel Brother/or Guy. I like your channel.

[@Quietu]

I miss this Wranglerstar.

[@Longtrailside]

not sure if you have watched him or not but Buckin Billy Ray makes axes out of old heads and is a hoot to watch. I think you would enjoy the channel and the care he puts into his axes and his viewers.

[@GEOPUZZLE]

I love how you show respect for the "character marks" and memories that your old axe handle brings. I'm the same way but like you, sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do.

[@landminehopscotch3617]

Whenever I tinker around in the shop I always listen to this one dude named Wranglerstar. He's pretty good...

[@WannabeWoodsman]

These are the types of videos I miss.

[@bf3forevergreene165]

I love that old axe handle, lookes awsome and there’s nothing better then a tool u can tell has had history

[@lukeknezevic7267]

Hmmm....how could that handle be repurposed? Door handle to the shop maybe?

[@robertk5886]

that would be cool

[@alvindueck8227]

Luke Knezevic gear shifter for the truck

[@InjunOutdoors]

Use it to push wood on the table saw??

[@Michael_Arnold]

Put it in a sock and hit something...

[@TobyGarcia]

Gransfors Bruk pushstick??? I like it!

[@G1NZOU]

I love the fact Gransfors Bruk have their forger initials on the head, my Small Forest Axe was made by Martin Forslund. Gives a real sense of personal connection when you know exactly who had a hand in making your favourite tool.

[@aidandunworth765]

Get another small hatchet head and mount it on the old handle.

[@TobyGarcia]

How??? There's no shoulder left on the old haft.

[@codypost497]

That's what I'm about to do with the original 1930 handle on my Kelly axe. New hatchet handle, and it gets to stay my grandfather's.

[@TristanRineer]

Thank you for not using a clickbait title for this video & the previous one. It will make them much easier to find when I need the info in the future.

[@littl3drumm3r]

A gentleman’s tragedy: One crisp day, while splitting kindling, a slight overstrike spells doom for the handle of a young man’s favorite hatchet. After searching hither and yawn on the Internet for a suitable replacement, and after waiting neigh on a Fortnite for its arrival, the young man sets his hand to work. Tirelessly he removes the remnants of the fallen handle. Piece by piece he chips away the memory of his fallen comrade. Once the axe head is released of its shame, the new handle is painstakingly set in place and secured with the finest conical wedge China can produce. Proud of the restoration of his stalwart helpmate, the young man returns to the chopping stump. Suddenly, overstrike. And onward marches the cruel wheel of time.

[@godsblade101]

Praise God Cody, hearing you talk about family devotions is such a breath of fresh air to a stale youtube community. Hallelujah!

[@skartimus]

Appreciate the regular style title Cody, and the content as always. I know what you mean about the handle. I had to cut the handle off my grandfathers axe who had very recently passed away. I wanted to restore it so I would have a reminder of him (one of many actually). It wasn't my memories, but the spotted gum handle was clearly very, very well used over the years. It was a super dark brown and the shape was incredible. I did not enjoy removing it at all, felt very wrong.

[@godwinolivier4866]

Cody, thanks for sharing this. As all of your long time subscribers and audience know, this is your favorite axe. We know it just be the look of the handle. Heck, you inspired me to get my own, and I'm proud of it. When you shared this video and talkked about it, it felt like I was sitting in the workshop of an old friend, who was just talking about what he was doing with a tool we both knew well.

[@heathermurphy6676]

Guy: ive got this sickness Me: checks date of video while in a slight panic

[@chrismccampbell9257]

I agree with Joshua whole heartedly. Your videos are always educational, and very much needed. God bless you and your family.... The 17 HMR is incredible, and use a candle for sutting.

[@isaacelsom6521]

Just wanted to say thank you for pointing out the ordering of Israel's camp, I literally read that the other day and count glean anything from that passage. Thank you for sharing that. I really appreciate your hearts intent. God bless

[@StuffWeLike15]

Very informative. Thank You. Glad I came back to this. I stopped viewing it the first time because of that annoying ad about "grand something or other..."

[@johnoconnor4941]

First cut is the deepest. I know exactly how you feel. I disposed of nine box files with every piece of Education work from entry level to key skills to university work. I had tears... Well done

[@ufc990]

"Cleanliness is next to godliness"

[@joewilshire9095]

I heard about Gransfors because of your channel! I got a Scandi forest axe and it has been amazing, so thank you for recommending amazing products that last a lifetime!

[@wasdenb]

Hi Cody. Love your content! If you still have you handle to that small forest axe by GBA, you can always use reuse that wood. A good and quick wood working project would be to make a knife handle with that wood. I hate throwing away things with so much character, so I thought you might feel the same way. Keep up the great work! Hi, to the rest of the family.

[@trevorsonnenberg5268]

I'm a city guy that moved to the country. In a pretty rural area. I've been watching your videos for a little while but probably watched 2 hours of axe videos today

[@jeremiahsmith323]

These were the days, back when I loved watching his videos I actually needed this video to rehang my axe. All his new stuff is just superficial.

[@dennisalanvids]

My first (and only) Gransfors Bruks was also make by MM Mattias Mattsson. A hell of a gift for quitting my old life and starting a homestead!

[@mathbc1984]

Even if I don't like plywood because I see the ply in the plywood sheet.. Your work to organised everything is awesome ! You made so many idea in one place. Great job.

[@kodyamos]

Met a fellow subscriber today. CrowdSurfingGeezer. We instantly felt like family. Had a wonderful conversation about all things life. Including a special find... My grandfathers 100 year old Stanley #3 Plane. Thank you for setting a Kingdom atmosphere and culture around your channel.

[@666toysoldier]

Congratulations! Yours is the first of many handle videos I have viewed that focused on proper grain orientation! Also, drilling out the old handle. And using a 4-in-hand rasp.

[@BrenticusMaximus1]

It hurt my soul to witness the loss of nostalgic essence in the disembodiment of this axe.

[@Bassman5000]

i'm in love with your woodworking collection

[@johnr.timmers2297]

It's 2022, and at this point I have used this method to handle: my first axe (axe head was found in the woods while camping), two sledge hammers, multiple hammers, and soon a vintage roofing hatchet that I won at a camp atlatl competition.

[@marktemplin1159]

It's hard,, but remember the tool is the ax head,, the handle allows you to use the tool head,, and the handle never lasts asking as the tool head,, I have several old took heads, ax's shovels picks what ever,, but a nice new handle gives new life to a good tool🤔👍

[@bjdenil]

GB sells their replacement handles at pretty reasonable prices.

[@nathanjohnston2185]

Cody, you and your family deserve all these cool opportunities that come your way.

[@joshwilson3114]

Sweet, I'm glad you found someone that can provide you that type of rifle. 6.5 is a good round and I don't seem to have a problem finding it. Good luck and God bless

[@huttarl]

Thanks for showing in detail how to get the old axe handle out, including the metal wedge. That part had taken a lot of time and frustration for me and my dad. Wish we had found your video earlier. :-) Also appreciate your godly witness.

[@CedricAda]

finally! not that your old handle didnt have character, but its nice to see it back to new looking!

[@theleathertramp8329]

So glad to return to your channel and watch this video! So glad to know what video I'm watching. So great to be able to refer people to "How to Handle an Axe" rather than "I DESTROYED MY FAVORITE AXE HANDLE! UNEXPECTED!" Great video Cody, I enjoy spending time in the shop with you.

[@paulb8264]

As a person that prefers audiobooks I really appreciate the pointer about Overdrive. I'll be giving it a try

[@guns4funcajanajustin]

So much history with that axe handle. Excellent axe.

[@animod8797]

I love these long form videos that are half how to and half conversation

[@icecold155]

Hey wranglerstar, I have been watching your vids for years! I really look up to you... I have to say, every time I watch one of your vids with the new shop.. I smile, It looks simply amazing! I will one day have myself a shop that is really nice and organized too, I really appreciate all the knowledge you share I have learned a lot from you. Thank you!

[@casualobserver3145]

I like way you sought a biblical reference for your reasoning. I’m sure the Lord smiled knowing that some of us are actually listening to his Word.

[@50StichesSteel]

Man even the sound the saw made sounded clean and efficient when you cut the handle..I have to try one of those saws.

[@robertspath6928]

This was a truly momentous occasion for those of us that have seen this axe in use over the years.

[@herramientasrodriguez9088]

Subscribed because of the testament part. Amen

[@scottsmith6571]

Ty for making me feel good abt purchasing my first axe the forest axe.. I did put a leather collar on mine. Sanded my Handel lightly an applied linseed oil ! My grain was straight

[@tysonderycke2420]

Cody I have to say Six years later and still my go to video for handling an axe. Thanks for filling in the gap that scorned single mothers created. Act accordingly.

[@jonasfoellner5279]

We Listen to "three man in a boat" every time we drive to the alpes for summer vacation even though it is the german version we always have a great time driving the 8 hrs on the Autobahn. It is almost a tradition.

[@karsonbranham3900]

Awesome to hear you are going with the 6.5 creedmore! I have not shot one but from my reading of it, you will NOT be disappointed!!

[@oleanderson9184]

My dad taught me to pound the head on the handle by tapping the handle vertically on the ground, head up, and letting the weight of the axehead carry itself down the handle. His dad, my grandfather, was a lumberjack in northern Michigan around 1905 and knew his stuff.

[@timothybrown7779]

I finally Got my Gransfors Bruk small forest axe. I am so exciteded!!!!!

[@sainttrilby7171]

I'm not a Christian. But I enjoy hearing you talk about scripture.

[@simoncrabb]

I really enjoyed the drilling section, artful action of the tool, an interesting story, peaceful, satisfying, no rush, no drama.

[@saginawdan]

I'm with you.👍

[@hernancoronel]

If Cody would hang a hundred axes a month and make a video about it I'd still see every single one! He is so passionate and it shows, awesome! Thanks Cody.

[@josie4065]

This is a wonderful video. Thank you for also mentioning the overdrive app.

[@philiprice703]

I admire the fact that you are not scared to voice your religion. I think it is awesome.

[@White-man3]

I Loved the scripture sharing in the video!

[@KeepItSimpleSemperFi]

100 rounds through a 300 weatherby, good luck with that! I inherited one in a sako (Mauser pattern) action from my grandfather and do not have 100 rounds through it in the 15 years I've had it hunting California deer and Montana elk. Now that I am stationed in Virginia I can use the Winchester 94 in 30-30 (1929 manufacture) and savage 99 in 250-3000 (1926 manufacture) he passed along that were his father's rifles. I love the history in my hands. Enjoy your new rifle!

[@bjwillis43]

Two things: First, I love your videos, they are pleasantly simple (I hope that made sense). Second, I had recommended the M24, but you won't go wrong with the Creedmore. Fine weapon system.

[@Variatus]

Love the videos!! Would you consider maybe adding "part 1, etc" to the titles when you see that they will be multi-part? I think this will serve 2 purposes. It will allow us to know right away whether it will be multi-part or not which would be appealing to some, and I think it would help with the cataloging of your videos and allow people to find videos that are multi-part together easier...Just a thought, keep up the awesome work!

[@uriahwaller627]

great call on the rifle. You just can't go wrong with a gun as proven as the 700. Have one myself, and I love it.

[@findingtheFOOT]

I just found some Made in USA Craftsman bits exactly like those at a thrift store for $25, very happy with the find.

[@leonbellavance]

Great video. I didn't read all the comments, but the wedge is beech. very common in Europe.

[@conch417]

absolutely perfect timing! I recently bought a beautiful old Kelly Works axe, with a 26" handle and 3lb head. I was chopping firewood yesterday and split the handle. It looks to be the original handle, and I'm very sad to see it out of commission. hopefully ill be able to find a proper handle to re haft it. Thanks for the great content!

[@nobob268]

You can make one, it's not that hard

[@davidpowell5504]

Thanks Cody for the reminder that God likes order. I have looked into my garage recently and plan on slowly organizing and renewing the layout. I truly believe that when things have order, it is much more pleasant to work and more efficient.

[@nickjennings3500]

Hi Cody, another great video. I live in the UK and we are very close to the Thames & the route that those 3 men took in their boat. It is a beautiful river in our area. Get well soon, Nick aka Non Stick Nick

[@tonyboros712]

I learn something in every single one of your videos. Great video! Thanks.

[@wranglerstar]

Thank you Tony

[@fishingformylife4178]

Absolutely loved the devotional tip. Thanks!

[@paulineroyadair3505]

WE are so happy for you that is a blessing for both you and the builder ..Roy Adair

[@timshelton7905]

I’m a stooge and this made me feel like I can do this. Mark of a great teacher. Or a stooge who doesn’t understand what he thinks he does. Either way great video.

[@DividedWeAllFall]

When I grew up my grandpa (Pop) had a wood shop and every kind of tool you could want. He taught me how to use them all... he has since passed and his tools are gathering dust. I need to go clean it out and start my own woodworking KZbin channel. Haha

[@edwardholmes91]

If you enjoy audio books, my Mum got some audio books by Gervase Phinn. He was a school inspector and writes about when he visited schools in the Yorkshire dales. We all listened to them as a family and throughly enjoyed them. The stories are all so relatable :)

[@KeithTaylorPhoto]

...and as far as the macho thing goes with gun calibers - I agree. I own a Model 700 BDL 7 Mag with a left handed action that I traded a Model 700 ADL 30-06 (with a right handed action) for plus $75 bucks at a pawn shop when I was in high school. They got rid of a gun that would be hard to sell due to it being a left handed action for one that would be easy to sell. And I got a beautiful 1970's era Model 70O BDL with a gorgeous stock on it as far as the wood grain goes. They don't sell them like that now. I shoot left handed, so I'll never get rid of it. You are right on in saying that it's not fun to shoot, though. I don't enjoy having to sight it in. And once I have, I take great care not to knock it off. You don't feel the kick when you're shooting at a deer with it. But you definitely feel it when you're shooting a paper target.

[@Lawyerboyleslie72]

I bought my small forest axe on your recommendation. and my shop vise. and my 940 Osborne and my Mora chisel and my Obenoffs.and..Balistol .. and.......

[@marktemplin1159]

You will find joy using the handle for another tool done the line ,, as you did with grandpa's handle on the tiny ax👍👍 it's ok brother man,, you didn't kill your friend,, your helping it out with some new wood🤔👍 giving it new life 🤘

[@tomnelson9545]

Good video, I enjoy axes,saws,and canthooks. This is a year late,I respect anything with a mauser action

[@cafeqc3793]

I just buy one Hultafors Qvarfot. Amazing axe for life. Thanks for video.

[@CalebMayfieldMHF]

Creedmore seems to be sweeping the long range world right now. It's a great choice. There are a number of reputable ammo companies offering various loads now so it's not like my 6.5-284 Norma. Personally I'd get the new action unless the family one isn't really of any use in its current condition. Either way I bet it will be a beauty.

[@KeithTaylorPhoto]

As a photographer, I was geeking out a bit at some your shots in this. Really nice and sharp macro-like close ups. Nice lighting too.

[@kyle_noseworthy]

I'm guessing many have commented this already, but isn't the main idea for cutting off the handle so that you can drift it up through the head instead? By pushing it down through, you're wedging it tighter, given how the eye is widest at the top. Anyways... don't wanna' sound like an arm-chair quarter back, GREAT VIDEO! :-D

[@ThriftyGarage]

Keep up the good work Wranglerstar.

[@alstammers]

Cody. I watched another ax handle replacement video of yours which I followed exactly in replacing one of my handles. Thank you and I am very happy with the outcome. Quick question: In the video I followed you used glue to seat the wedge and in this one boiled linseed oil. I used glue but wonder if I should switch to BLO for my next handle, which I am working on now. Thank you very much for taking the time to post these extremely helpful, and well organized, videos. Al, homesteading in PA.

[@Wyldmatt]

I've had mine for 5 years looking to get something a Little bigger for my canoe trips now love them axes

[@RonaldLAbbey]

Hey Cody, got a question. Is there a reason or benefit you cut off the handle as opposed to leaving it attached then removing the metal wedges & drilling out the neck? Would keeping the handle intact be advantageous, say if you liked the handle & thought it might be a good template for another axe?

[@silencedmuffinz]

Ronald L. Abbey the biggest benefit I see is being able to work with it easier less to manuver and when you still it out the rest of the handle won't work like a wedge

[@coreyandthegreatoutdors3572]

Ronald L. Abbey

[@donaldgiese1561]

I also use overdrive for audio books. I love listening to books while working it helps with my ability to focus on fine details.

[@thefulltour9710]

Watching you cut that handle was like watching an old gray dog get put to sleep. But I guess that new handle is like the little puppy you go and get next. It's the end of an era, but the start of another.

[@885Blackjack]

You are a really interesting guy. I really enjoy your videos, no matter how old or new they are. Thanks!

[@robertharcourt7650]

I am sorry that you are still sick Cody ;( I appreciate it th you uendure you endure being sick to bless others others,(including me ;)) God Bless you an;d your family

[@wranglerstar]

Thank you Felric

[@thecordlesscarpenter7956]

Ya know, i was pleasantly surprised that you went with a factory handle even though we all know you can make it yourself, you honored the axe by fitting it with with a handle made from it's original makers. kinda surprised you didn't order a new one and hang the sentimental one on the wall for memories sake.

[@BishopZammit]

The difference in the way he looked when he was drinking to now. I think this is my confirmation to stop drinking