How To Sharpen Your New Axe

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[@Jimlovescock]

I love to hear you talk about your grandfather and when you show his old tools and such. I treasure my memories and what few items I have of my grandfather. He passed in 1994 when I was just starting my senior year of high school.

[@dokito922]

I didn't have a chance to meet my grandfather, sadly he passed away before I was born

[@willdubose1540]

My grandad taught me so much about everyday hands on tasks that most people just hire someone else to do these days. My kids have grown up without either of their grandfathers sadly. I feel they've missed out on a lot.

[@hansfriedrich7023]

I had a similar thing only 3 years ago

[@paarkour83]

Ok

[@woodyenfermo]

We have always used oval stones, because we use the stone of the scythe for all tools. Here, in Basque Country, the scythes are always used with the "segapoto". This is a pot with a belt loop where you carry the sharpening stone to use whenever you feel the blade is getting less than shaving sharp. In order to keep the stone wet the segapoto is always filled with water or wetted grass. Of course, we have made a sport of this

[@LLUVITT]

I remember my grandfather's Arkansas stone. He used to use diesel and it was the greatest stone I have ever used to sharpen my knifes. Please keep your channel going because not only do I get to reminisce, I also get to learn. My best to you and your family.

[@idonz21]

6 years in the future. I agree with you

[@cowsofsuffolk2297]

I feel like I have watched you sharpen 100 axes by now, yet I continue to watch and am still a student of your methods. Keep up the great work and thank you.

[@wranglerstar]

+COWs of Suffolk whew....guess what he had to do today? mrsW

[@cowsofsuffolk2297]

+Wranglerstar sharpen a saw??

[@kevinhowell3527]

COWs of Suffolk i

[@chrisfox6843]

Have a stereo in the garage, I always use a song to time sharpening my tools. Just find 2 that are around the same length and go to town.

[@itempthekiller979]

No thank you bro i profession is too sharpen axes and knives

[@itempthekiller979]

And that's most likely the worst idea i have EVER heard

[@kattihatt]

@@itempthekiller979 lol calm down tiger.

[@CS-tn4tv]

Why so serious!!? 😂😂

[@alanj7306]

How is this the worst idea ever?? Don’t be so rude.

[@MIgardener]

I absolutely love your axe sharpening videos. Great work Cody.

[@johnmiller2191]

Oh hey, Luke

[@SuperUncleRyan]

I have a Gransfors Bruks Small Forest Ax. It came out of the box razor sharp and beautiful. With the knowledge I get from your videos, I hope to keep it that way for a very long time. Thank you and God bless.

[@jacobpetersen5662]

I just got mine... It was REALLY dull! Useless. Disappointing.

[@NorThenX047]

@@jacobpetersen5662 Really makes me wonder if China has started making fake GB's and Hult's ? I hear polar opposite reviews of these axes and I would never ever order such an important tool online. Hand pickin 100%

[@rogerholloway8498]

Thanks for the smile on my face, talking about your grandfather and how he was patient, yet set in his ways. There is always so much that the young can learn from the older generation, if they only listen.

[@tortugabob]

Such a nice video. Enjoyed the narration. Calming. And the message about the day of rest, for man and animal, was the icing on the cake. Thanks.

[@Cnexir]

The oil prevents the stones surface from "packing" with material, and will make the stone cut much more efficient. It does the same as using petroleum, or whatever you choose. Water can also be used. Honing oil is the best, but its not very common in the regular household. I prefer petroleum, second to honing oil.

[@UponGiantsShoulders]

I had an old Razor Hone that was my gran dads that came with a tiny oil tin.

[@FlorisApon]

I wish my family left me tools or sharping stones For better or worse it's been no one's trait in the whole family and I'm the first that has to explore and buy everything on my own

[@Animallovingpermie]

Wanted to buy an axe to split wood for campfires since I've started camping...found one in the garage that has apparently been passed down in the family, but hasn't been sharpened since they got it, at least 1932. they own no sharpening stones, but I bought one of those dual sided pucks and a file. even without a vise I've been bringing it back to life slowly but surely.

[@FlorisApon]

I'll have my own tools to pass down now​@@r.rodriguez4991, the leatherman wave that saved my skin during a crash for example :]

[@sinisterthoughts2896]

True, now you start a tradition, and often enough, it's the legacy that's more important than the tool. Not the knife but the man who would choose rest one and use it. The things that particular person did with that axe and the sort of fellow who would do it. Tools are empowering and enabling, but are just inanimate objects until somebody puts them to work. A craftsman has pride in his tools, but the world has pride in his craft.

[@am-wt3gl]

Same here brother. Can’t wait to teach my boys some lessons in becoming a man as they grow up in front of my eyes.

[@hazelumbrella9485]

I feel this on a spiritual level

[@campmein]

Thanks so much for taking the time to show the steps in sharpening an axe. I like the stories you give on family history, nothing like it...something so hard to let go of.

[@EYALAVRAHAMI]

I'm feeling so blessed for following this wonderful channel, Specially after watching the technical videos which is my favorite ones. can't wait for the next one.

[@ph11p3540]

I love that 48" Bessey K body bar clamp you have placed in the machinist vice. Best clamps I have ever worked with for making custom wooden, and plexiglass cases for display units. I keep a dedicated set just for plastics.

[@terrychorn1503]

Thank you for sharing with us! After watching your videos I've changed the way I approach every day tasks. Your philosophy on living life is spot on!

[@paulmoore2312]

Thankyou for sharing a heritage that spans generations. Love your videos. Excellent teacher.

[@mitchb9980]

I just bought my first hatchet for myself, it is a county tool hatchet. It is on the way and I wanted to know how to set it up to last me a lifetime, the way you demonstrate and explain things makes it easy to understand and I just wanted to say thank you and you have a new subscriber in me. Thank you again for what you do here I really appreciate it!

[@RonM.]

Just ordered myself one of the pucks. Thanks for showing me it, I'll definitely be using it in the future!

[@stronglikemonkey]

+wranglerstar Happy Sabbath to you and your family. I love this series. I have ordered 2 of the Marbles hatchets and a Gransfors Bruxs small forest axe since watching your videos. Your enthusiasm is contagious! I would enjoy a video on how you and your family spend the Sabbath. If it wouldn't be too intrusive. I think it would be inspirational. Thank you for putting out such high quality videos. Also thanks for passing on all the wisdom.

[@brightargyle8950]

Wow those stones look just like the ones I just recently acquired from my grandfather, boxes and everything. He had a large supply of carborundum stones, I found them scattered around his shop and in his fishing tackle box. I may have to start using them, my diamond stones are wearing out faster than I had expected.

[@lukereinhardt4638]

I don't know how I first saw your videos but my grand dad recently passed away. he's been sick for years and died but I saw you talk about your grand dad's tools and all of that and I looked through my grandpa's and found lots of old axes and I'm really excited to restore one! thank-you for getting me interested in a new hobby. keep up the good work

[@ericwhitlow7364]

Love the video. Thanks for sharing your memories of your grandfather.

[@biggunn770]

I greatly appreciate the old ways of doing things, sharpening is definitely high on the list. I use a DA orbital sander and step from 80-120-300-6000 grit. Then I finish it with a rouge wheel. It shines up nicely, and almost always comes out extremely sharp. I can still operate a stone set, but I have to capitalize on my time. Thank you for your video.

[@hellsarmy187]

great video wranglerstar. thank you for all the good tips that you put it on your videos including your woodworking. keep up the great work. you're one of my favorite channels.

[@TibbShire]

This is Great! Love it! I have a few old axes passed down from family, thrift store finds, and odd and ends. So much to do, can't wait! Thanks for the Video and Sharing the Knowledge, Cheers : )

[@toddpiercey6595]

Amazing channel, been subbed a a while, seen all your recents so I thought I'd investigate some pre sub knowledge I might be missing, then I and found this one. This one really got me. Watching you sharping and sharing your experiences of your grandfather reminded me and my grandfather. I think everyone here would have loved to meet him and would like to hear more about him.

[@Zinski1911]

It's funny, I see so many comments like the one I'm about to post. I love your videos. I get lost watching them. Thank you!

[@stanbrown915]

I love the diamond cards and was thinking about bonding an 800 and 1200 on a block of hickory to use instead of a stone puck, lighter and you don't have to worry about breaking it. Love your videos.

[@mab0852]

Excellent Cody, that is exactly how I sharpen my axes, right down to preferring using the stones from my Apex. You didn't mention it, but I try to clamp the axe with my final bevel angle set horizontal so I can visually see I'm working flat or slightly leaning away from myself with the stone. I just find it helps me maintain my profile and set angle a little better.

[@markdavis29]

Been watching your channel for years. I finally ordered a Gränsfors bruks wildlife hatchet.

[@UponGiantsShoulders]

Thanks Cody. You just made me realize why 20 years ago I ruined so many axes with a grinder. Here I thought the steel was crud and it was me heating the steel too much. Since then I used files then sand paper and it did good enough. I would love to be able to get them as sharp you demonstrate.

[@joshmerrell2126]

Great video! I have my Fathers old stones some need profiling. I would love to see you do a video on how to profile old stones. Hope all is well with you and your family!

[@Heirphoto]

Cody, do you remember what grits the two Edge pro stones are? They offer 120, 220, 400, 600 and 1000 grit unmounted stones. BTW, every time I watch your videos I find I need to go in my shop and work on something, Today I made a leather axe mask for my True Temper Flint Edge and oiled all my other sheaths and masks. You always inspire.

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

Nice instruction, thanks. You clearly know your stuff. I just got a new Fiskar hatchet. Chopping old pallet wood for kindling in poor light I hit a tiny nail. Yep. So now I will need to remove the burs with a file and try to restore the edge. Your enthusiasm for restoring old axes make me want to search them out and try. You are right we all need a break. All work and no play...Jack got his hands on an axe after he typed that and it all went terribly wrong didn't it! Keep well!

[@gangunitsergeantmartinez7656]

Great video! The most helpful instruction I have viewed when sharpening an axe!

[@10000rambos]

I really love sharpening metals. I started by sharpening lawnmower blades at my job. It has became a lightweight obsession.

[@robertdecca1240]

Just started to watch your channel. I'm learning about axed and mauls. Thanks

[@michaelnash9970]

I like your little FINGER stones... I like how they MAGNIFY the pitch of the axe's edge... Once you've sighted the profile, it's easier to stay on the same angle. Love your process of mixing the depth of history and the practical use of a common homeowner.

[@lawrencee486]

Never got to share many moments with my grandfather., so I'm so very grateful you are sharing yours. Thank you.

[@ciaomarco4194]

Something very therapeutic about watching these videos, thankyou Cody and keep 'em coming, best wishes from a winterbound Somerset, in the UK

[@jerryape4631]

It's sooo addictive... Your stories about granddad, the way you show it, that patience, I mean for how long can you watch a man polishing his axe ???? Very long and it's not boring. Greetings from UK

[@lifetimesofjcm8582]

Thanks for answering my question i posted to u on facebook a month or more ago about what tools should i collect for sharpening knifes and axes. lol

[@JimDockrellWatertone]

I have been using bar oil for my honing stones. Working in the bearing industry it is pretty close to the honing oil we used there. I do like the idea of diesel with it's lower viscosity though. Thank you Cody.

[@mauricecardinal6352]

Happy Sabbath my friend. Thank you for the amazing video. Blessings!

[@tacticalcats7722]

Great axe vid Cody, thanks for the tips and info.

[@carburetedseltzer120]

I am very surprised and happy with the results of using this method. I used an old wet stone to sharpen a military hatchet that had no sharp bevele on it at all and using this method I got it quite sharp!

[@alanj7306]

How can it be so relaxing and soothing to watch a man sharpen an axe? My friend, you’re a gift from above. God bless you and yours and stay safe!!

[@dustinjones9882]

Great quality videos and content. I really enjoy your demeanor. Keep up the good work.

[@MrGijom]

Great vid. And excellent advice at the end

[@jeremyhall134]

My grandfather and I did the same. Since his passing, I find it to be very therapeutic to pull out the old wet stone, tighten up the vice, and listen to it glide.

[@buttonmanpope265]

Hi Love your video's, My father taught me to keep my oil stones in parafine as it keeps the stones pores open you can feel the difference and see all the metal dust in the container . Yours Martin

[@matthewgarrison644]

Cody, you are a lucky man to have that view just out of your shop window! Great video! God Bless.

[@untalanb]

I learn so much watching your videos. Thank you Wranglerstar family!

[@heathenwolf8903]

14:51 looks awesome... Great job!

[@Chris-px4bc]

I just spent 2 hours putting a new edge on my crkt woods chogan using a file then working my way from course to extra fine wet stones, but I clamp the stones in my small bench vise and hold the axe / tomahawk heads, I love to just sit there and sharpen all my knives, tomahawks, machetes. It has sort of a calming and relaxing effect on me

[@JeffSal999]

Hey Cody, thanks for sharpening tips and thank you ESPECIALLY for your Sabbath message at the end! (Now I know why you are so blessed! Happy Sabbath brother!

[@Ninja101011]

I had a old stone from my granddad that was so well used, it started out I’m guessing at 1” to 1 1/2 “ thick but worn to around 3/8” in the center. I learned on that which developed a different technique, so imagine I could get take the first layer of skin off sharpness and when I replaced that stone I couldn’t do it without relearning how to sharpen with a new flat stone.

[@keneutsey2693]

I appreciate the importance an useful content of all your videos. Your preserving the legacies of our grandfathers. Thank you, sincerely.

[@woodlandsnorth]

Good Tutorial! Thanks for sharing.

[@IrregularPineapples]

This is a lovely video in many ways. Thanks for sharing.

[@sandygap1]

I feel like you made this video just for me. It was wonderful. Thanks.

[@knyggaplease1222]

Regarding stones and oil: Mineral oil works wonderfully well, and unlike a file, you shouldn't clean the muck off of your stone. As the metal and stone are worn away in the sharpening process, they form an abrasive slurry that makes the stone work more efficiently on the steel, while protecting the stone from excessive wear. I've found that it's best to leave that slurry on the stone. Although much of the mineral oil will evaporate away in storage, it only takes a little bit to re-wet the slurry the next time you need to sharpen all of the things. Try it out for yourself and you're bound to notice a difference. Looking forward to the video where you correct this small error. Keep up the good work.

[@Brettnyspears]

I have found rem oil works really well

[@johnpoole8321]

@@Brettnyspears Same here

[@bigweb0311]

Knygga Please I use spit lol

[@aubreynewton5566]

"Looking forward to the video where you correct this small error." 😂😂

[@heathenwolf8903]

Your videos have made me get my first axe. . Keep going back to you for how to's and sharpen my new ax, etc... Thank you!

[@iainmel1]

Judging by the amount of "sharpen your axe" vids Mr. Straglerbar's made, you'll be needing to go out an' buy a new one sometime pretty soon!

[@jeffersoneinstein9641]

Very nice method indeed. I used to be a bandsaw filer at a decent sized sawmill with three resaws the smallest using 6" wide by 26 feet around blades and when I had to swedge I would use railroad chalk soaked in diesel fuel as a lubricant so that after the teeth were shaped and it was time to sharpen them the lubricant wouldn't clog the grinding stone. Thank you for the vids.

[@r-n-jhomesteadlife4800]

Love your videos, very detailed. Thanks for sharing your knowledge:)

[@garycottreau8442]

Hey. Nice video. I use 6 cords a year and do have to split wood. I relate to your grand-dad ... they did not have Japanese stones, they use what they had and keep their families warm.

[@davidrogers182]

Excellent instruction! Thank you!

[@giel3514]

your videos are so relaxing thank you!!!

[@kevinerickson2595]

I'm new here. I feel smarter already, I bought the wicked edge setup last year. looking to do things as smartly as possible, I liked

[@johngritman4840]

Thanks for the instruction. I always sharpened my axes with a file - I had three different in grind and size. It worked well, but they were simply not as sharp as the axes you are sharpening. I inherited one axe with a head that was worn to the shape of a half moon; used it once and gave it away! Thanks again.

[@stevenroberts6762]

the old Arkansas stones do need a special oil to work " correctly" but you can use any oil you just need to learn how much to put in the stone

[@dviper0410]

great video, I just laughed too hard when you are saying that you love your sharpening tool box and proceed to try and open the latch the wrong way

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

I know. :) Everyday things like getting your name right can become an issue when you are in front of the camera! I dread being on a TV quiz show and being casually asked: "What's your wife's name?". LOL!

[@shrop]

Thanks for sharing the story about your grandfather. You were blessed...

[@dumanhieu]

Happy Sabbath day to you and God bless you and your wonderful family. And thanks so much for sharing the videos of your life and wonderful family adventures they are always awesome, educational and so filled with wonderful family moments which make such magnificently amazing memories .

[@jesser007]

Your grandpa sounds like an awesome man! Do a segment on him and his story!

[@billyandrew]

I still have an old oilstone with origin packaging that's disintegrating with time and seeped-in oil, the writing barely legible, much like the one of your grandfather's, which I bought secondhand almost fifty years ago. Axe heads, chisels, knives, etc, they all get their final rub with it. A friend, who'd borrowed it, misplaced it for quite some time and I admit, I did curse at him, believing it lost forever, I sorely missed it for over a year. On it's return I can honestly say I felt a sense of peace returned. Lol. Excellent video!

[@davidb9323]

Thanks for all your videos, I respect your opinion so I went with your suggestion of the forest axe

[@fjidsewff]

I just got a granfors bruks forest axe the other day. I guess mine was the exception because it came with a pretty blunt edge. It took alot of work to get the edge down to zero. that aside I'm very happy with it.

[@zacharywhitney6957]

Cody you seem like the nicest guy. I've always had the utmost respect for you but you seem so pleasant lately. Anyways, thanks for all the videos!

[@tbonemoon1330]

Because he's saved!

[@caseysimon6357]

@@tbonemoon1330 ...saved a lot of great stones 👍🏼

[@ravensedgebushcraft1681]

Mr. Wranglerstar, referencing time stamp 16:16, look at Jeremiah 6;16 " Stand in the ways and see, and ask for the old path where the good way is, walk in it and find rest or yourselves." Your comments about adopting your grandfathers methods reminded me of this passage.

[@larryjohnson150]

The reason you use oil on a stone is that it keeps the abrasives and metal “filings” suspended so that it doesn’t clog the stones pores, it also helps to work the filings away so that your constantly moving material away from where you’re working. Kerosene would work but it’s better to have something a little thicker that will stay on the stone for a while and not spread out or just run off.

[@jacknewfoundlanderfisherma253]

Beautiful axe and a great job sharpening it as well

[@mangle40]

You are a great teacher. Thank you!

[@knobstonestickbows4962]

Man i really like this video. I use hatchets and smaller axes to build bows and love sharpening. But the talk about your grandpa was the best. Great job on this one

[@greenhatparts6552]

This is something I been thinking about I know the answer in buried in some book, or a old timer that is longer with use could answer. What about shaping spitting wedges cutting edges. what angle, how did they use to maintain them. I have seen many 60 years plus worn out wedges and all of a better edges / shapes. then what you can get in your cheap farm and home stores. Even factory edges on the Prandi , and Husqvarna are better then what what is commonly sold

[@Hightex-lz5ky]

This is amazing thanks for the video 😁👍

[@lipevolcom2]

I got to own few stones and learn how to use them! For the past 5 years I only do sharpening with sandpaper! God bless

[@d4rkhound388]

Just got to say, i have an old oil stone my Great grandad owned since the 40's and he taught me to use used engine oil, he said something about the tiny metal shavings from the engine sticking to the oilstone so it lasts longer and before i get a comment saying "Your Great grandad is wrong" explain why i have a 70+ year old oil stone that is in perfect condition after 70 decades of Constant use (He always sharpened stuff everyday as he liked gardening and was an all around tinkerer)

[@patrickmartin7762]

ALL MIGHT engine oil, will lock that in the old noggin. man I lov the old guys. new generation know nothing but how to destroy a country

[@matthewnavas7068]

I wonder would transmission oil be better

[@lifeonhooktony1117]

You talking and I feel like I'm right there with you. Great video.

[@KnifeCrazzzzy]

Thank you for you awesome video, I had myself gotten the husqvarna carpenters axe with some of your recommendations and done it up and love it. Thank you for mention of the sabbath as well that is a great touch. If you still hunt would you do a basic hunting video? I have not had anyone to teach me as my grandfather passed away before he could, and I would love to hear what you would have to say!

[@ssiewnad]

Great video.... Love the grandfather stories.

[@940joey2]

Some of the best content, so educational and therapeutic.

[@jamesleighwoodansteel9969]

Very good video as always. Thank you.

[@UncleJunkyardwheeling]

Subbed! I came across your videos last night and got inspired to fix up my grandfathers old axe! It's turning out great just need a handle, I'm going to make a quick video if you would like to see, or could possibly tell me more about what or where this axe head was made!

[@Chase803RMZ450]

Hey mate I love your videos I have been watching your videos since you first started on youtube, I actually just brought my first grandforest Bruks small forest axe I have wanted one for many year and it is the best axe I have ever used. I’m learning how to make my own knives and the old guy who has been making knives and sharping for 40 years. He told me the best thing to use on oil stones is dish soap, I found it works great for clearing the stones. Hopefully you find the same result. Thanks Chase T Melbourne from Australia

[@josephburkhalter5105]

A little off the subject but discussing the lubricating oils for sharpening. Our elevator crews used liquid dish washing soap when drilling 1/8 inch thick stainless faceplates for instance to mount a round key switch escutcheon to lock out service to a particular floor that you didn’t want the public going to. The hole would be maybe 1 or 1 1/2inch in diameter and would be drilled with a good quality hole saw bit. Also for small twist drill holes. The liquid soap might work well for sharpening lubricant for the stones on the axe edges. Cheaper too than honeing oil. Try it! JoeB

[@FAMILYFUN-un1zm]

I was just at your store and there is allot of stuff on there I would like to know more about. If there is a way for you to add a video next to each thing you sell that would help out allot! Thanks for all your help and keep adding videos for us:)

[@bushcraft_in_the_north]

Just a tip for you. I talked to an old carpenter of furniture,and he learned it in the old days that the best way to sharpen was with a mix of white spirit and kerosine 50/50 mix. I have used it and it works great!!!

[@alexanderbertallo1995]

Well done... Thanks for sharing...

[@ekevanleeuwen8964]

Some things cannot be done better! Great vid.

[@simoncrabb]

I wonder how many axe sharpening videos you've done now? Very satisfying process.