Hultafors 17" Agdor Bushcraft Axe.

[@tabushcamp]

Hi mate youve just earned yourself a subscriber. Congrats on a very fluent and informative video .

[@NGMonocrom]

Great review. Thanks for making it.

[@markbailey2981]

Many thanks for taking the time to watch :)

[@PossiblePouchPete]

Just sharpend a Hultafors 600g axe today, I love it. Linseed for the sanded handle next. Re- watching some of your videos Mark. Hope you are well. All the best.

[@normanmallory2055]

You do well.. I enjoy watching a person who knows how to use an axe and take care of it.. Well done.. I'm looking to buy that model axe... Lifetime tool...

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Norman, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I'm sure you will be very happy with your purchase. They are a great axe for the money and will certainly last for many years to come :) Have a great day, all the best, Mark :)

[@Growlerinthebush]

Bought one of these recently and got an after market mask, good price and after a quick strop on an already sharp axe it's now razor sharp. I also have the Hultafors chopping axe and the edge on that's the same. Ideal for working in around our fisheries in Cheshire clearing bivvy area and chopping up branches and logs.

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Nev, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. For the money they are a great axe. Funny you your should mention using them on a fishery. Mine spent a few years clearing areas on a few fisheries that I have worked on in the past :) Thanks again mate, all the best, Mark :)

[@angof]

Just bought one of these as my first decent axe, thanks for a great and informative video.

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Angof, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. They are a brilliant axe :) The only thing I have done with mine since having it was to make a sturdier leather mask for it. The one that came with it lasted a couple of years, but it started to stretch. Apart from that it has done hell of a lot of work. They are a great axe to use:) Have a great day, all the best, Mark :)

[@angof]

@@markbailey2981 Thanks Mark, having a look around the web for a better mask but they seem to cost as much as the axe did !! maybe i`ll have a go at making my own as well. Great channel, watched more of your content this afternoon and subbed of course.

[@markbailey2981]

Thank you @@angof, it is very much appreciated :) Yes, masks can be quite expensive. If you a bit of leatherwork then they are quite simple to make. It's always nice to put your own personal touch to a item of kit :) Take care and thanks again for the sub :)

[@BushmanAOD]

well done! I have the same one and been using it now for 8 months or so, only sharpened it once, I use primarily coconut oil to protect it in storage and all is good. Cheers

[@scottnoble1076]

Hi Mark you'll subscribe to yourself great video really informative I've just purchased one of them just wondering if you can ask you a question this is the first acts I have ever bought and not sure about it that's all I hope to hear from you soon kind regards.

[@ianjarrett2724]

I have this axe in 0.8 and 0.9 Kg. I like both but the slightly longer and heavier version I have come to prefer and it is a bit more versatile and powerful. If day hiking I take the 0.8 as a lighter, smaller carry but if at camp and wood processing I prefer the larger variant. I agree these are a great axe at the pricepoint and very tough and durable. I purchased my 0.8 in 2012 and its still like new. Thanks for the great video Mark.

[@mally125]

Hello Mark thanks for taking the time to review this axe. I recently purchased one from Heinnie Haynes, longer version though with 0.85kg Head. It's an Agdor like yours , but it looks like they have re-profiled it. The Heel of the Axe is more like my Gransfors Bruks, in that it is relieved to allow your hand to close up to the head for fine work. The handle was incredible, almost a perfect grain on it. The edge needed some work, but that's' just a part of getting to know your tools. Atb Wayne

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Wayne, I hope you are keeping well. Many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment :) That's interesting about your axe. Mine is a few years old, so maybe they have redesigned the head shape? The Agdor range are excellent for the money. I think I paid about £39.00 for it. Like you say, the handles are usually very good. I also have a classic and that has been designed so you can choke up on the head. I like that feature in an axe. Have a great weekend Wayne, all the best, Mark :)

[@stonehill27]

Good review. Bought it recently. Factory Hults bruk is located about 37 miles from my home. Finish is decent for price. Sheath looks horrible and almost like fake leather. But after rinsing out the ugly light brown-ish color, dried it and waxed it, looks pretty good. Fit is too loose. I made a stitch with sewing machine on top to make it tighter, worked. Handle was not sanded well and pretty dry. Sanded, oiled and waxed, now good. Sharpness was ok but needed work. And it had marks from grinder, smoothed out with sharpening stone and some fine sandpaper. But what to expect for low price? Very good axe. After some fixing it looks like it cost a lot more.

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Stonehill27, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment :) I agree, they are a great price. But for that, it seems like a bit of work is needed to get them how you want. I ended up making a new mask for mine. The original one was too soft and it soon stretched to the point that it wouldn't stay on the axe lol. But like you say. Half an hour with a bit of sandpaper and linseed oil and the handles come up lovely, a quick sharpen and for the money you have an axe that should last a good number of years. Plus they are a good axe. I also have on of the Hultafors classic axes and you can see where the extra money goes :) Thanks for taking the time my friend, have a great weekend, all the best, Mark :)

[@rddesings7704]

Hey mark Just pick-up mine today Thx for the video

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Bushcraft Brothers...... I bet you can't wait to take it out!! Thanks again for watching. Have a great weekend, all the best, Mark.

[@rddesings7704]

Mark Bailey haha your right i cant wait but i made a pot hanger and Some tent pegs and It was a beast of an ace verry happy Good weekend for you to 😁

[@snowwalker9999]

These Agdor Hultafor (Hults Bruk)/ line axes are highly underrated. They are so affordable yet they could outperform most other expensive axes. They have a very simple old fashion design axe bit that is great for splitting and just feel good in your hands. Once sharpened they are great cutters, choppers and carvers too.

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Snowwalker, very true my friend. I was out with it yesterday chopping up fire wood. Still an awesome axe for the money. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Have a great day, all the best, Mark.

[@MrRealdealdd]

another great watch Mark thanks for sharing 😀

[@markbailey2981]

Glad you enjoyed it David, thanks for watching.

[@JackRoadkill]

These are excellent axes. I'd have one of each axe Hultafors make if I could.

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Jack, your right there my friend. Hultafors make a great axe for the money. I was lucky enough to pick up a Classic hunters axe for £50.00 back in the summer. Thanks for watching, all the best, Mark.

[@JBOutdoorsAndMore]

Great video and love the ax. i have a 5 dollar ax that sucks and been hearing a lot on those axes. thanks for sharing.

[@markbailey2981]

Many thanks for watching Tactical _ Bushcraft and taking the time to comment. For the money I have never heard a bad word said about them. I have been using mine most of the week doing a bit of fire wood prep, and only need to give it a quick strop to get the edge back. But at the of the day, having a $5 axe is better than no axe at all!!!! Thanks again.... all the best, Mark.

[@BlazinBlades]

Excellent review! I just bought the classic Hunting Axe but may just add this one as well! Cheers BB

[@markbailey2981]

Many thanks for watching Blazin'Blades. Glad you found the review useful. The classic range of axes are awesome, I was looking at the hunting axe myself a couple of years ago. For the money the Agdor range is decent quality and will take some beating. If your looking for a back up axe you wouldn't be disappointed. Have a great day, All the best, Mark.

[@BlazinBlades]

Mark Bailey You convinced me! I just ordered the medium Agdor for $47 on Amazon. The funny thing is that they ship it to me from England. I would expect just the shipping to cost $20-25... go figure 🙃

[@markbailey2981]

You did good with the price BB, only paying 47 dollars for an axe plus postage from England. I paid £35.00 plus £10.00 post to a local address. Not sure what that would be in dollars, about 55 maybe? I hope you like it as much as I like mine. You will have to let me know what you think sometime. All the best, Mark.

[@howardgreen9718]

Great improvisation 👍

[@markbailey2981]

Thanks Howard, much appreciated my friend. :)

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah M8, Cheers. Yeah the Agdor range is more of a European style, where the Classic range is more of a Scandinavian style. Anyhow, my 17" Agdor Hatchet became one of my Fav's. Because it's a little heavier (about a 1/4 lbs.). So processing wood, makes easier work of it, Infact,, I like teaming it with my Fox Parang Bushcraft Jungle Knife which I also attached my Mora Kansbol to the Sheath, a lovely piece of kit, or actually many of my other knives if I want to make a simple Trio Carry. I also added my Wicked Tough Saw, so now I have a nice set for the Bush. You did good, Thanx You. Dilly Dilly.,,.p

[@markbailey2981]

Thanks for stopping by Paulie, I hope you are keeping well, all the best, Mark.

[@RhysTucker2603]

Hiya mate! I've heard the swedes use C55 carbon steel on their axe.! Excellent video!

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Rhys, Many thanks for watching and for the kind words. I searched high and low to try and find out what steel they used and couldn't find any. If it is C55, then its not a bad steel at all. Many thanks for the info. Have a great weekend, Mark

[@34smiler1]

I've owned one of these axes for four years, I have axes that are lighter and easier to use, but if you are a strong man or woman with big hands then you will never regret buying this axe.

[@markbailey2981]

Hi 34smiler, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Have a great day, all the best, Mark.

[@ninjarules2280]

Hi mate, nice Video. I have a question, can we let the Wood handle get wet without Problems? And If yes then can we still Work with it(when wet)?

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Icxcnika, many thanks or watching. I tend to use mine in sorts of weather. Living in the UK we don't to get much choice lol. I always coat the handle with linseed oil to protect it. If I am using the axe in the rain then I always try and make sure that I dry it off (both wood and steel) and oil the head to stop it rusting. You just have to be mindful that if you are using the axe in the wet, that it doesn't slip out of your hand.

[@ninjarules2280]

@@markbailey2981 Thnx for answer. I was thinking to completely varnish all Wood and then Put some non-slip tape on handle and Close with a specially elastic silikon "holes" betwen Wood and metal head to keep 100% dry the inside wood coz after varnish is No bearthable. And forgot Problems for much much years. Whats your Idea for it?

[@markbailey2981]

@@ninjarules2280 Axes are quite robust tools. The hickory handles have been used for years due to the durability and nowadays most of the steels are decent quality. Like I mentioned I use linseed oil on the handles and they last for years. I lightly sand them every now and again and re oil them to keep them looking good and protected. I have used mine around fisheries for years and they often get wet, so my main concern is to keep the steel oiled. I haven't heard of the elastic silicon so I am not sure, sorry. You could also take a look at the leather axe collars which also help protect the handle from an over strike or when the axe get jammed in a split. 🪓🪓👍👍.

[@kasperwulff]

what are the pants and jacket you ar e wearing? and what did you pay for them? (the anorak looks similar to fjallraven no.8)

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Kasper, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment :) Yeah the jacket does look similar to a Fjallraven, but it is an old Napapijri Skiddo Smock. I think they still make them. I will leave a link for you, and the pants are a pair of Cahartt logger pants (I think they were called). Thanks again, all the best, Mark :) www.napapijri.co.uk/shop/en-gb/npj-gb/men-apparel-coats-jackets/jacket-skidoo-n0yi4r?variationId=198#hero=0

[@markbailey2981]

Sorry I forgot to say what I paid. At the time the jacket was around £200, but I think they are about £350 now and the pants I paid £60 for them. Not cheap but I have had the smock for about 20 years and the pants are a few years old now :)

[@kasperwulff]

@@markbailey2981 Thank you mark for taking your time to answer. Wow. I guess the jacket sounds just as ... a much a long term investment as fjällräven no.8 ;)!

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah M8 Cheers, I bought my 17" Agdor Hatchet on a closeout,, But it became my Fav. Bush Craft Hatchet. Yeah It's a compact hatchet with a kick, I got mine very sharp and it holds a edge retention pretty good. I can carve with it a little and it makes short work out of processing firewood. I also got a Axe Holster for it so I can carry it on my belt, Comfortably I might add. yeah, I got the holster from a KZbinr, just search axe holster and you will find him. But yeah, I really like my 17" Agdor, It is a European Style, But the steel is great and I really enjoy using it especially when I go on the trail with a basic Trio. I can team it with many of my knives. But one of my Fav's go to is my Rodent 6 which I modified by thinning the blade and taking the top guard off, I also like neck carrying my Mora 510(newer version) and my Wicked Tough Saw. With this basic Trio, I not only trust my life on it, But I totally can depend on it's quality, and yet, It wasn't terribly expensive, I got top shelf quality for the $$$. Thanx You for sharing a great tool. I apporove.,,.

[@markbailey2981]

Many thanks for watching Paulie, yeah I think they are an awesome hatchet for the money. I will have a look for the axe holster, I was thinking about getting something like that. thanks again for watching the video, all the best, Mark.

[@paulie4x1]

Mark Bailey yeah Eugene and his dad make them tip top quality for a very reasonable price, I have one for my G. B. Small Forest Axe also so I have two holsters, But he also makes a Ferro Rod Holster for a 6"X1/2" ferro rod it's a real good one too, Infact I bought the Ferri Rid, It throws sparks great. Like a celebration. plus axe covers, Yeah, search Axe Holsters.,..,

[@markbailey2981]

Many thanks for the info Paulie, I will check them out and see what other things they also make. Much appreciated, all the best Mark.

[@paulie4x1]

Mark Bailey Nice to meet you Mark, You did a good job, Keep it up, Cheers.,,.

[@markbailey2981]

Nice to talk to you too Paulie, take care and all the best, Mark.

[@kleinagangsta5102]

i like! great man!

[@markbailey2981]

Many Thanks for watching KleinaGansta. Have a great day, all the best Mark.

[@danhold1]

nice review

[@markbailey2981]

Many Thanks Danhold1, I'm glad you found it interesting. All the Best, Mark.

[@rddesings7704]

what size is this

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Bushcraft Brothers, the length of the axe is 17" with a 15" handle. the head weight is 1.75lb. I hope this helps..... thanks for watching, ATB Mark.

[@stephenoneill4345]

I've seen a few videos of the hut axe.The head always look great but the handle has let it down a few times.Even the Fell wander sent his back and he wasn't 100% happy with the blade on the second.The GB is the best

[@BushmanAOD]

I've got the same Axe Mark, this is the Trekker right? I haven't done anything to the handle besides adding some bicycle tube to protect the neck, but coconut oil all the way for the head after camp sessions (thats the theory anyways, I usually only check out my kit a week after a camp!) By the way, when you say a light sanding, do you mean a small grain paper or any grain as long as you dont go too hard on it? Cheers Chris

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Chris, yes if I remember correctly it was the Agdor Trekker. For the money they are a brilliant axe. I did very little to mine. Just a bit of linseed oil for the handle and ballistol on the steel and it is still in great condition. Just the right size and weight for my rucksack. I might try coconut oil on mine. I make a coconut oil and beeswax cream for my leather work and spoon carvings, so I have some in the cupboard :) Yes, when I'm sanding, I tend to use a fine grit. I don't mind spending longer using finer sandpapers. Thanks as always Chris... have a great weekend mate, all the best, Mark :)

[@KevinCar-jx1jw]

great review.How do u like your classic hunters axe you carry too.

[@markbailey2981]

I love the Classic Hunters axe. I haven't used it a great deal, but what work I have done with it, I have been impressed by it. It is just the right weight and length for me, and perfect size to fit in my pack. And not a bad price, I think I paid about £70 for it. Thanks for watching, all the best, Mark. :)

[@dennisdomino9273]

Good review but i do not think the mora knife and hultafors axe's and knives are beginners or back up tools. Some of the best woodsmen use them and a 300£-400£ knife or axe does not make you a better bushcrafter.

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Dennis, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Have a great day, all the best, Mark.

[@randalflagg9086]

There not hand forged there pressed in open dies the classic are hand forged!

[@jasoncummins1976]

All hultafors axes are hand forged, just the finish on these ones are different. www.hultafors.com/hand-tools/cutting/axes/trekking-axes/hatchet/

[@doughroasterbushcraftandsu3947]

If they mean they’re placed into an open dye press and held there by hand then yes they are hand forged most people mistake hand forged for hand made !!!