How To Hang An Axe // The Foot Long Flying Fox

[@lindsaystarrplatt3211]

Awesome! Love the detail and tips to keep that Fox in top shape

[@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo]

Thank you Lindsay!

[@rogerleecook6386]

Thank you for for taking the time to teach ! I bet that Fox will fly beautifully!

[@mattdean7309]

Thank you Whiskey River for a great, to the point, informational video that doesn’t over complicate the process of hanging an axe head. Love the video and love your products, SLA’INTE! (good health)

[@caseycasados8968]

Awesome axe would love to get one.

[@user-fl4wn9dn2c]

Good work, I have been doing these all my life, I started putting in wood glue before the wedge it helps a lot from loosing up in future

[@deanaustin5538]

A. Freakin awesome name. B. I have to have that draw knife as soon as it goes up for sale. C. You do some amazing work and thank you very much for these informative videos. D. I am now hooked on restoring axes. I restored a really sweet double bit Collins axe last week thanks to all these videos you've been posting. My wife's deceased grandfather had an awesome 5lb Collins single bit that I'll be restoring next week. I also found a really really old roofing hatched that belonged to her great grandfather so naturally i must bring it back to it's former glory as well. It even has the initials of her family name etched in it so it should be super sweet. Thanks for the videos and please keep them coming. The inspire me to get back to my roots and I'll never drive past a garage sale again without feeling guilty Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gvidokepitis1068]

Hello! Good video! Last winter I bought the Council Tool Sport Utility Classic Jersey -3,5# , 32'' Curved Handle from you - a very good ax with a wide range of applications, so this year I will definitely want to buy something from you. Greetings from Latvia !

[@danielmurillo889]

Although I already hang axes on a regular basis this video has given new insight. Now I know I need to pick up some Hoffman handles and a flying fox quick!

[@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo]

Yeah. We can all learn from eachother!! Thanks for watching!

[@mattharper7395]

Your guys customer service and products are great. That flying fox is sweet

[@jeremykenyon9873]

Great video! Good tips and tricks. I liked the one about taking the pen apart. Simple yet effective. Draw knives look great and I actually like that flying fox on a short handle! Nice work!

[@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo]

Yeah. I was thinking "man I wish this pen was thinner" boom! Gotta take it apart. Thanks for watching Brother!

[@ruckrabbitoutdoors9946]

Sweet. Looks good on that new handle. Definitely gives it a unique look.

[@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo]

We think so too! Thanks for your comment!

[@benolesen7165]

When does your draw knife drop on your website?

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[@benolesen7165]

@@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo Ok thanks

[@gayanntemplet3201]

Love it. Just like I like them. Short and sweet.

[@timothyhatton6044]

I don't know what drove a wedge between you and the old handle, but I'm glad to see you're hanging in there.

[@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo]

I spit my coffee out when I read this!

[@dougroll8139]

This video couldn't have come at a better time. I have 3 axes that need handles after I get them cleaned up. Thanks.

[@stephendeforest5873]

Just bought that same handle, gonna be so cool!!!

[@matthewcarlson1832]

I'm really enjoying these weekly videos. I've only begun to start rehanging axe heads, and there's a lot of tricks I'm picking up from you. Keep the videos coming, it's refreshing to see someone putting in the work without recommending expensive tools.

[@bladesandbows1521]

A lot of people don't know that you don't have to have tons of money or really expensive tools... I use a fair amount of harbor freight!

[@joshyancey3164]

Awesome looking axe great tips.

[@birdingandbushcraft2406]

Thanks, I learnt a bunch. I have an axe head laying on my bench that needs hanging so a well timed video.

[@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo]

Great minds think alike! 😂😂

[@Ethan-mh3ww]

I’ve been thinking about getting one of those 12 inch Hoffman handles, now I definitely have to get one. Thanks for the video!

[@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo]

You wont be disappointed!

[@marcialortillano]

i have an 11" hatchet. that is a beauty! thanks for the chance.😊

[@uberfreakme]

Really informative and shows how versatile that FF is. Well done. Hat tip for an excellent video.

[@bruceburkhart1650]

I was going to try a longer handle but now you make me reconsider. The Flying Fox is so versatile!

[@thorbyfour]

Love that beautiful chunk of steel and wood. Nice job in the hafting! With that size handle it now becomes an ideal size for in the pack carry with enormous capability. Would be fun to take that up on the mountain and do a long weekend with that as my only sharp object.

[@sethwelle8047]

Great video. Always good to see how other people do I similar task. Also I may need to pick up one of those handles. Thanks again for the good video.

[@donaldpuck6282]

I have that same saw and it is perfect for cutting kerfs.

[@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo]

It really is! AND you cant beat the price!

[@mode6888]

I've got an old double bit I've been wanting to hang. This helped alot thanks

[@RidgidRon]

I am looking forward to some Hoffman handle hangs when time slows down--this fall. Good Hang!!

[@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo]

Looking forward to seeing you hang some toward the end of the year.

[@lecoupdegrace3345]

Legendary axe! Seems amazing. Hope to win a copy!!! 👌👌👌

[@TheOldManOutdoors]

Great video! That FF is a beautiful tool made even better by that Hoffman handle. Nice work 👍

[@baldwindigital]

Doubling down on this video.. so much to like! The Hoffman is a beeeeuteeful stick. The FF does really check a lot of boxes. There is only one problem I see with that forged drawknife.. I don’t own it! You are having way too much fun, brother.

[@moc8709]

great tips in this video, i definitely learned a few things that will come in handy with my next hang.

[@georgemurchie]

Legend!!! Love these little axes. You’re the best Brandon. #axejunkies #axeaddicts

[@jacobwalsh7319]

Brandon! Sick vid dude! Good tip on cutting the kerf... very helpful. Watch your fingers and show me your saw face!

[@Chris.the79]

I dig the Flying Fox! I've never hung an axe before but this makes me want to start:)

[@conradcraig7569]

As usual Brandon, the video was refreshing, straight forward and informative. I use an old council tool pickaroon to move logs into position for the safe use of a,chainsaw. Keep up the great work. I need you to get those sharpening pucks back in stock. Thanks again

[@ianmcnemar]

Awesome. I'm definitely pumped for the draw knife from Elder Anvil. He makes some killer stuff. Now y'all have me considering a longer handle and a shorter handle on a Fox. Maybe I'll do both? It's so versatile.

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[@jairusgreco3493]

Lovely axe. Can't wait!

[@nickwodka8080]

Loving your most recent videos, this one is no exception! Thanks for sharing this process, the fox looks great on the LH handle!

[@davidmcentire248]

Definitely a reason to buy more flying foxes

[@Dydeeo]

On filing those ridges down in the eye, aren't they there to help hold the head to the handle? Do you file completely flat or just the ends near openings of the eye? I re-hafted a Council Tool suv boys axe recently with a CT replacement handle and didn't have any problems that I can see yet-seems pretty tight in use.

[@ianmcnemar]

Sick! I've been wanting to get a Fox head and do this. This axe is really versatile and would totally rock it at any length. I may order up this exact project from you.

[@coltonkilgore9151]

I already did this to mine with a 15” handle but now you’ve got me wanting to go even shorter! Great tutorial 👍

[@RaindanceBushcraft]

I’ve blown it many times by hitting the wooden wedge once too often and breaking it off. Usually still functional, but the look is wrecked. Love the look of that drawknife, by the way. What’s the blade length?

[@michaeljcoursey]

That’s a great looking set up for sure. Love my fox, but maybe I could use another.

[@leonmcintyre9592]

Kool video keep up all the good work.. always something interesting

[@sparrow_bushcraft5307]

Also I been looking for a draw knife can’t wait till ya release them

[@Kiltedwoodsmith]

can you use antler as a wedge?

[@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo]

If you could keep it from breaking when wedging. Maybe

[@turningpointsurvival]

Love the flying fox but when I got mine the handle had two splits in it so now I will have to put another handle on it

[@codyjordan9931]

Gotta say I love the smaller handle. Maybe some day I'll be able to upgrade from my estwing hatchet to a flying fox with a short handle

[@kevindunlap8320]

All along, I was thinking it's too short of a handle for the fox right up to the point when you held it up. Immediately thought how great that would nestle up in my backpack. Great head, great handle and great video! Is desert wood too hard for a wedge?

[@jollyrogerdsk]

I’ve always preferred a shorter handled camp hatchet but I really like how the fox feels with the regular length. Now I’ll have to get another flying fox and hang it on a 12”. Better to have both right 🏕🎣

[@maelmissier3378]

I really like this handle! Recently I made a handle for my hatchet but it was a little too long and uncomfortable, I think I would like a smaller handle such as this one.

[@benkanobe7500]

I couldn't find the Draw Knife on your website(?)

[@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo]

We no longer offer them

[@benkanobe7500]

@@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo OK. Thank you

[@baldwindigital]

That’s so good, brother! Love that stick. My FF is passing the jobsite workout with “flying” colors. (See what I did there? Me so clever...not) I recommend an 1858 patent Bailey’s #3 spokeshave for the fitting... but I may be biased. 😎 Great work!

[@joefykes2074]

Looks handy as heck, I could use that when I go check fence, cut briars, knock the odd squirrel out of the nest, Yep, handy.

[@WhiskeyRiverTradingCo]

Great for in the toolbox on the quad or the saddle bag on the horse forsure!

[@grampawterry8957]

Thanks

[@ryderchristen1256]

Love your vide

[@BIGRED308]

This is the first year I haven’t purchased a council tool axe from you guys in 4 years since the MWHF got canceled :,( ... woodcraft - saddle axe - camp carver... I think a Pulaski and/ or flying fox needs to be next

[@sparrow_bushcraft5307]

Damn I actually like shorter handles. Now I want one of those for my fox lol 🦊

[@theTrueOverlord]

Just a FYI, you should never use a draw knife to fit the head as it is way to easy to take off to much wood ( look at the chip out it left behind) unless it is the only tool you have. When you are getting close use a card scraper or a knife. And you are correct the draw knife should only be used as a card scraper.

[@MrJrob2197]

Me, me, me. Pick me. I love a flying fox!!!

[@michaelnicholas2988]

Hang’em proud...

[@joedeering5287]

It was painful to watch you scrub back and forth with the metal file. A metal file only cuts on the forward stroke. Dragging it back with any pressure dulls the file. Otherwise great video.