Pack Axe and Hatchet Tips, Tricks and Safety

[@lisapearson7349]

This is my brother and he has turned out incredibly talented and smart! I am even addicted to his videos. He has always been alot of fun and great sense of humor and makes you laugh alot for real!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Great to see you finally on here Sis!

[@donlute3444]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 I'm thinking the whole family is a barrel of laughs. You made me laugh again. And for that fella that got the line..."I sawed this to make point"... You dont get to be the only one. Theys funni

[@uralbob1]

He's the best Lisa. I'm sure you are very cool too!

[@gunterbecker8528]

Your words Lisa and my sentiments about your brother! He's got more followers than he can even imagine, not everyone is clicking his like butten. You one fortunate woman just to be his sister. The sun for me has reached the zenith a long time ago,God I wish I could call him my friend, spend a day in the woods with him, a wonderful man ,and I don't think you walk far behind him !

[@luvelion]

Another thing I like about your videos is that you don't use that annoying music so many people use which makes it much easier to hear what you have to say! Watching your videos is like being right there in the woods with you explaining everything. That is a talent of delivery you have which few people possess.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you like the way I do things. No music for me. I think it adds nothing to videos like these.

[@Standswithabeer]

Most excellent, wise and sage advice. I want to inject two caveats: Never pick up an axe of any type if you are exhausted or distracted. Never go near anyone else who is exhausted or distracted if they are swinging a axe. Great video! :) truly a keeper :)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brother! I'm glad you liked it. That is some excellent advice, that alone will help avoid a lot of accidents. Thanks for watching

[@alindastar4297]

I don't see why anyone would ever want to nitpick about your tips, but I believe you. To me, your suggestions are always presented in such a humble non-judgmental fashion, offered as helpful suggestions and not do or die rules, that are from your own personal experience. But, that's the way of the world we live in today. People are argumentative for little to no reason these days. Most would not take the time to pass on practical safety tips or give away their hard earned pearls of wisdom. Those people are the ones that say; let him learn it the hard way. I for one Thank You, for every tip. And furthermore I'm not a camper, but worked with sharp objects all my life, so, I know your teachings are very sound.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and I'm always happy to share everything I know. If I can make folks happier and safer in the woods then I have done my job! Thanks for watching

[@17025601]

A few years back, while on vacation in Hawaii, I stumbled upon your channel. Nirvana. I watched video after video during my vacation, totally wrapped up in your lessons. I became a loyal subscriber. Now, here I am again, on vacation in Hawaii, still watching and still impressed by what information you bring to your viewers. You will probably save innumerable fingers, toes, and (uh) other parts with this video alone. All the ingenious gadgets you fabricate, the various bright ideas you come up with -- all treasures. You have an incredibly loyal following, including me (who travels in an RV but has a bug-out bag at home, in case of). I'm 78; husband is 92 and a WWII veteran (served in Italy -- and is through with tent camping forever), but we still enjoy the outdoors. My Xmas present 3 years ago, that I asked for, is an SP53. Hey!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Very good to hear this and I'm glad you still like what all I do. I hope the vacation is going well. Keep enjoying that SP-53 and Thanks for watching

[@squirelova1815]

If there was ever an axe expert on YT, or anywhere else, here he is. THANK YOU for saving my fingers and feets sir!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! Now that made my day! And thanks for watching my friend!

[@lukeb6394]

wow that using the ax as a plumb Bob such a good idea and so simple you just blew my mind brother !! great video thank you sir and God bless you and yours!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brother! I'm glad you liked it that much. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too!

[@MrSIXGUNZ]

WOW I'm 54 and learned a lot in yet video sir!! thanks much and I'll be sharing with my son's for sure. blessings 😇

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great my friend!

[@Darignobullseye]

Thank you for the great tips. My son is now old enough to be a scout and I used your video to teach him what to do. Then we will practice in the back yard. Thank you for being our training video. We will choose to keep our fingers. :-)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it. Teach em when they are young and they will know for life! Thanks for watching

[@samsanfratello7549]

As a young boy, I played with knives and hatchets. I had no training on how to use them. I used a hatchet to hammer something and I came back too far and hit my head with the blade. It was a painful trip to the hospital. Good that you show these safety tips.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds painful but that was a never forgotten lesson. Thanks for watching Sam!

[@davehoward6573]

Thanks for another useful video Dave. Love the tip for the wooden "tongs" to hold wood when splitting it.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it Dave. Them tings are fun to make and a breeze to use! Thanks for watching

[@dr.rongoldstein1633]

Just another great video showing us the sharper edge of the uses of axes and hatchets. Thanks for keeping us "sharp"

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Dr. Ron!

[@brentyates6786]

IDK if I mentioned this. But again my wife made the comment again this morning when I started watching this video. She says, now that's a guy I'd really like to meet. And not in some weird way. Just because your down to earth and provide a ton of information. Thanks for the vids, keep em coming Bro. No Axe-adents.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Not weird at all brother. Im just about as down to earth as can be. Im a hoot to camp with or just talk over coffee. Thats how I like to be know as. Take care and thanks for watching Brent!

[@peggyr3862]

66 yrs. old and learning a lot! Thank you for your videos! A new kind of hero for old ex-city girl .

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Peggy, I'm glad you liked it. I have always felt like its great to always keep learning. It keeps the mind sharp! Thanks for watching

[@paultricker]

Another video crammed full of good advice. Laughed out loud at the line "the reason I sawed this square on the ends is to make a point" am I the only person to find this funny? Keep up the great work Dave.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Paul, I'm glad you liked it. LOL, good "point" you made! Thanks for watching

[@natsirim499]

Agreed... He always makes me giggle... Just as "those of your who enjoy tripping through the forest?" LOL

[@lanaavrutova6817]

I'm watching everything you show & paying close attention to every piece of advice. Thank you 💖

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Lana!

[@jeffseaton5193]

Enjoy your videos. Keep em coming Dave. After all the hours of watching your videos and being entertained i realized that i don't even rent movies anymore. Let me know how to support your channel instead of paying amazon lol

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That's great to hear Jeff! Just keep watching and commenting and that's all the support I need!

[@hoveringdroppage7155]

I'm laid up with a sore leg just now.Watched this video with a cup of hot coffee and a hand full of pain killers. Great video, it was a real tonic. Keep it up, thoroughly enjoyed it, I could have watched for hours.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Ah man I hate to hear that. Sounds like you made the best of it tho. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and get well soon.

[@rossclay3317]

Really good basics for folks in the use with Axes.. Using a Axe is a art...! Good job and thanks again Ross The Santa Fe Man....

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Ross. Oh yes, it is like an art. It aint just swinging a tool! Take care and Thanks for watching

[@frankyeyna9500]

Another great show with Info for beginners and oldies who have never learned to be safe

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Frank

[@Eric-ew8jt]

Thanks for the video David, Now time to make a coffee and watch it! God bless and have a great weekend! After I watch I'll comment again

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds like a fun viewing plan! Take care brother and hear from ya soon.

[@Eric-ew8jt]

As always very good tricks and tips David, Couple of points and questions if I may. 100% Agree when you were mentioning about always keep the sheath on your axe. When people carry it over there shoulder(Sheath on) and if they were to trip could the weight of the axe head still cause a bad injury say to the back of the neck or base of the skull?? I mean everyone falls a little different (Just curious as to your thoughts on that) .. Hatchets are accidents waiting to happen to someones knees. I still have mine nut don't use it much anymore.. I find the more you go out the more you realize what you don't need and what you do need.. I remember you said that ain different videos and it always stuck with me... I feel you on the ''rocks everywhere'' comment. Yellowknife is a Sub Arctic environment so there's rocks and sand everywhere, and trees that are no bigger around than your arm. No hammock camping here my friend, As far as machetes go I carry one in my car as a part of my vehicle emergency kit... Well thank you for taking the time to put out another great video, And taking the time to read my super long comment.. I wish you could come here you'd be blown away with how big this boreal forrest really is.. Take care and ATB from Canada my friend.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Well yes, you probably can get hurt if you fall with it balanced on a shoulder. But with a leather sheath, it will just cause a bruise. Without the sheath that axe could sever something that might result in death.

[@Eric-ew8jt]

Thanks for the response Cheers my friend!

[@chrisw9399]

You totally have the best laugh, you sound so free and happy. I look forward to every video

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Chris! I try my best to enjoy life.

[@benthere8051]

Well done Dave - great info. Several things I didn't know. Axes are so dangerous - have seen several accidents. Really glad you sold me on the Ontario Knife SP53 machete - a much safer and more useful tool.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Jim, I'm glad you liked it. Oh yes, axes are incredibly dangerous at times. Im still loving my SP53 as my favorite. Thanks for watching

[@benthere8051]

When I was a Boy Scout, seems like a hundred years ago, a fellow scout walked by our scoutmaster while holding his hand axe with the blade pointed away from him. He raked the blade across the scoutmaster's hand, cutting every finger to the bone. The scout was being careful with regard to his own safety, but careless with regard to the safety of others. Axes are just not held in the same consideration as knives when in actuality they may even deserve even more respect.

[@ClaudioPagan]

Never watch one of your videos where I didn't something learn new or different. Thanks again Dave!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always good to hear that Claudio!

[@jimdunn6467]

Gets excited cos Dave just uploaded!!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, Enjoy the video Brother Jim!

[@jimdunn6467]

Always do brother!

[@theweswillard]

Jim Dunn agreed fully!

[@vjrkuta]

Great video Dave I watched this video twice and I'm sure I'll be watching It again. Thanks for teaching me to keep my hands and fingers safe.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it twice! Thanks for watching my friend

[@patriciavyce1993]

Thank you,for the valuable safety tip's."Better to be safe,than sorry."👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Patrica and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@TruckPirate1]

Your knowledge is amazing and your sense of humor is great. Thanks for another great video

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Fred, I'm glad you liked it and how I do things! Thanks for watching

[@TruckPirate1]

Reallybigmonkey1 by the way your comment about wearing leather boots, I don't ever have to worry about that. People think I'm crazy because I wear my boots everyday/all day , I actually only own one pair of tennis shoes and they're probably 15yrs old and still look new.

[@alexwbanks70]

Thanks Dave. I never heard the batoning explanation how it would weaken the eye. Makes sense to me.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Alex, I'm glad you liked it. Beating it through wood on occasion aint too bad but over a period of time it spreads the eye out making it useless. Thanks for watching Brother

[@alexwbanks70]

Thank you brother! I just bought my first good axe. Gransfor Bruks small forest axe. I love that thing. I'm definitely not going to baton it a lot.

[@silaslongshot941]

Another cutting edge video, to the point tips and tricks, and sharp wit, as usual!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you my friend!

[@Derek-fe5hi]

Another great video. I just started carrying a hatchet while packing. You've undoubtedly made me safer. Derek P.S. You said, "I made this flat, to make a point". 😁

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Derek, I'm glad you liked it. One can never be too safe brother. Thanks for watching

[@bearygoodbeans8169]

Aw Derek, you beat me to the "I made this flat...." comment. Good catch!

[@beerhunter272]

Thank you for explaining the significance of having the length from your armpit to your cupped hand. Dave Canterbury and many other youtubers are big on that length of handle, but never explained why. Keep up the good work.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome my friend. Its all about matching that length to your natural arm swing.

[@czechmate9591]

Great video my friend I've seen too many people hurt themselves with axes and especially 12 year old kids, the injury I see the most is the ace going right into their leg just below the knee and ankle basically into their chin

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Oh man do I hear ya. I personally have seen at least 5 axe injuries that even make me leery to pick one up! Thanks for watching

[@eqlzr2]

Hi Dave, and thanks again for sharing your entertaining wisdom. I became very experienced with hatchets and small axes as a child. My grandma, who had an acreage outside of town with a lot of trees in the yard, always hired me after midwestern windstorms to hack up/clean up downed limbs. I got a lot of practice and became very proficient for a little kid. A tool like that is a very good teacher, but very unforgiving. She always jokingly warned me that if I did anything stupid and had an acccident, they would just deposit me in the property right across the fence--the Hazelwood Cemetery! lol That learned me some common sense pretty quick. All the best, Brother.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and I'm always happy to share. Great story! We need more grandparents like that nowadays getting kids to use their hands. Thanks for watching

[@bushcrafting-qc-5638]

You know its a good morning when you have good dark roast coffe , its raining outside and bigmonkey released a video :) Also damn! Cody got roasted lol ;)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, aint it a good day brother! Ah man y'all all know I love old Cody.

[@bentalley7277]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 cody don't worry about stepping on axe barefooted he don't use one he just bites the limbs off to length lol

[@jeff1313]

Very educational video, glad I ran across it. Very simple things to keep safe and work with an axe that I'd never thought of.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm happy you liked it my friend!

[@Critical-thinker85]

thanks for the advice dave, your videos are always a pleasure to watch. informative and funny, thanks again dave your a legend. all the best chris

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you like what all I do Chris. Thanks for watching

[@Veldvaardigheden]

A nice and very complete explanation about hatchets and axes ! Thanks I have learned a lot.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great brother and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@melliW1]

hey ya David, atlast you are back in the www again, it´s bin almost 1week. we all didn´t now wat to do with all our time, wen you are not in the web. : ) ; ) ha ha. but then i open lap top and i know it´s going to be a good day with David Pearson and me. great video David, this trick with the two sticks is verry cool, i could used it when i was 6 or 7 years old. i stil have the scar on the back of my hand, my brother and me were chopping wood and i was holding the log, he lifts that hatchet and mist the log. i got12 stitches and lost almost10 gallon of my blood ha ha ; ) ( it looked that mutch for a litle boy) lucky the hatchet was not so sharp and slipped over the bones and tore of only the skin, i had a huge bruise over weeks. my brother was afraid that i lose my hand. now you know another part of my life. i wish you and your family al the best and see you in your next one. bey David!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello Willem! Its always good to be back on here and I'm glad you liked it. Thats a pretty scary story you told. If that axe had been sharp I could have seen you lose a hand easy! Im glad you made it through it. Thanks for watching and see you again soon!

[@melliW1]

yea David, in my life were a lot of accidents, i stopped couting them. maby i should write a book about all my accidents and you explain wat i did wrong. it will definitely be a best seller and we make a bunch of money brother. ha ha ;) germany sends greeting and wish you and your family all the best. see you in your next video!

[@texxos57]

Excellent video brother. You always prove you're never too old to learn. I remember my old friend from West Virginia choppin the smallest ever kindling with a camp axe. I always waited for him to chop off a fanger, but he never did. Thanks for sharing!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks brother!

[@gungrabber970]

Very informative and thought provoking. Good solid tips. I watch a lot of these woods craft videos and maybe it's the former industrial safety monitor in me: but would like to see more people wearing safety glasses. I realize they're not "old timey" or "Bushcrafty" but believe me having only one eye sucks! Grateful job Dave keep it up. I'm hooked on this channel!😎

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it all. How true, safety glasses werent around years ago but they are here now so why not use em? Thanks for watching

[@gfnin]

about your parting words... I've always said: you don't need to protect yourself, just protect the parts you want to keep. ;) good advice BTW, you actually taught me a thing of two. Thanks!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol! Good advice! Thanks for watching brother

[@SpartanJohns]

i took the time to watch this whole video. as always you make entertaining videos which are also educational. i have learned to work with an axe over the last years...it is not the easiest thing to do. so i always like safety tips and when they are mixed in with some good humour...even better!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello Brother John! Great hearing from ya man and Im happy you liked the video. Ive used an axe off and on for years but havent stuck with it long enough to get real good at it so axes make me nervous. LOL. I remember you had that video on a Granfors broken. I was shocked when I saw that. I hope it was you. Take care and thanks for stopping by.

[@neilmccarron4940]

Sound advice dave! Wonder how many folk, having watched this video, are now going to avoid having an accident with an axe? So, you did a good thing. Atb from big neilly ten toes in scotland lol.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Neil, I'm glad you liked it. Ah who knows but if it will save any toes fingers of shinbones its a success! Thanks for watching

[@blakecoles2902]

You do an excellent job Dave thanks for doing these videos. Our Canada axes are larger. I pull mine in a pulk take care my friend

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Blake, I'm glad you like em. We use small axes down south, we dont have enough cold to process a lot of wood. Just camp craft mostly. Thanks for watching

[@jethrob258]

When it comes to tool safety I always say If you don't use the mentality of "Safety first" you have to lucky every time where as the tool, only has to lucky once. Those are great tips for holding the axe and wood in place safely to split wood in the field.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Absolutely! You gotta be safe every time you pick up a chopping tool. I'm glad you liked it and thanks for watching

[@russchamberlain8755]

I use a felling axe, plum with cheek and a boys axe handle , and a Kelly Blue Axe, cheek with a boys axe handle ash ( the Kelly stays on the mantle ) I am more of an axe-man my self ...cool vid man, Thanks

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thats a good collection Russ. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@johnkirkwood7958]

i use an axe all the time, don't really camp where it makes a lot of sense to use a machete. i don't know why i didn't expect to learn much from this video. maybe because I'm an idiot. man, i love your videos, i always learn and always laugh! thank you brother!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, I'm glad you liked it. Ah we can all still learn a thing or two from time to time. Thanks for watching John.

[@BraxxJuventa]

Thanks again David for another informative and fun video!! :)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it my friend

[@PavelZajec]

The double bit ax split thing was really cool-haven't seen that any where else. The splitting sticks were a great idea too. Excellent info as usual!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Pavel, I'm glad you liked both tips. Thanks for watching

[@gaymiller09]

Great job! I love how I always get two or three little tidbits of information that I never learned before. How did you get so smart? Oh that's right you're my son LOL

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Momma I'm glad you liked it. I learned my sense from you! LOL. Thanks for watching and stay safe.

[@billfisher9247]

Did not know your mother had a channel. I just subscribed and look forward to see if you really did get your smarts from her.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, actually its a joke between me and her. Shes my KZbin Mom.

[@gaymiller09]

Of course he got his smarts from me. At least one portion of his body is smart and I will let everyone else decide weather it's the brain or another section of his body. LOL but what he doesn't know is that I had a little boy aged four (4) that died a few weeks after he and I went camping and he would have been the same age as Dave if he had lived.

[@billfisher9247]

I am so sorry for your loss. My little boy is 34 now but I have a grandson that is 3. I cannot wait to take him camping and fishing. You picked a good son in Dave. I would have to say his smarts is his humor and his concern for others.

[@allanthompson9695]

"May your fingers stay with you, and serve you well". Loads of useful tips. Cheers Dave.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, aint that the truth! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Allan

[@ryanz6896]

What do you feel are the advantages and disadvantages of a single bit vs a double bit axe? Interested in your opinion.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Ill just list the main advantages that really matter. The single bit can be used to drive stakes or knock out sections of sawed wood for notches. With a double bit, you can have one side profiled for chopping and felling wood and the other side for splitting wood.

[@handiman5]

Excellent knowledge. You teach it well. I enjoy your humor and friendliness. Thanks for the tips!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks John, I'm glad you liked it and the way I do things. Thanks for watching

[@judalu9557]

My dad always taught us kids that you can't be too careful with guns,saws and axes. Saved us many times, cause he put the fear in us.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

He was a smart man. You always have to keep a close eye on what youre doing with this type of gear

[@judalu9557]

If you will send me your address I'll send you a copy of a book I wrote of my dad's life.

[@zRockin1]

Hi Dave, I remember this video now and I had already given it a "thumbs up" like I do with all your videos. My guess is that I'd forgotten because of all the combined axe/hatchet safety tips and the fact of how much you use a machete in so many videos. I really enjoy using my hatchet a lot more than my axe (I have a single bit "pack axe"), but since my hatchet is more versatile and light, I guess it's no wonder I prefer my hatchet. Anyway, thanks for taking the time to answer my message on your latest video, and Rock On my friend!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

A lot of folks know me as a machete guy and are astounded by this video. Lol. Usually a saw has to accompany a machete but a hatchet is a stand alone tool. I have 4 hatchets I do love. Thanks for watching brother

[@drachenchunter]

5:17 my name is Cody, and I was freaked out for a second.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, Sorry bout that. I meant that other Cody.

[@olechuga2]

EXCELLENT piece(s) of advise, with humor added. How can you help yourself but to remember them and laugh to yourself. Thank you Sir, for your "kernels" of great advise, learned from solid experience in the woods. And, thank you Sir, for your hard work in producing this video. Oscar

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Oscar, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@Iknowonlywhatimtaught]

great public service message David, blessing my friend:-)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Maggie!

[@ronhart8857]

Excellent tip's for using the axe's, splitting wood, and general safety! How every people do pound in tent stakes with the back of a axe, with out the sheath on! The sheath should always be used when the blade is facing the person! I will show my grandson you tip's. Thank you

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it all. I have actually seen some folks pound tent stakes and wedges with the side of their axe. I honestly cant say if that hurts one of not. Keep that grandson safe and Thanks for watching Ronald.

[@rdlaw8868]

Great job David. Thanks for the axe lesson. See ya on the next one.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@MasterK9Trainer]

I have been trying to watch for days now... nice video and informative as well. The safety aspect is what really caught my attention and I like many, am not experienced in using axes or hatchets or tactical tomahawks. That being said, I cut one of my fingers while just cleaning a Khukri (Clearance item) and I bled quite a bit. Honestly it began to scare me. And as sharp and clean as the cut was, it took months to really heal and the skin to grow back to shape. Now things feel weird or different when I touch anything with my finger tip. It would be scary to hurt oneself with one of these tools and do greater damage. I want to learn to use them, but I respect what they can do if mishandled.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Ill say always respect anything sharp! Funny thing, Ive been cut a lot with my smallest knives but never with an axe and once with a machete. I guess Im more careful with the bigger blades. Learn the axe, respect what the axe can do and it will be a very valuable tool. Thanks for watching

[@tomritter493]

well couple whacks at lundin couple at wood I can hear his giggle now lol ya know if the two of you just did a video laughing it would go viral lol great tips lot of them I new but I don't use axes hatchets so on for that reason I think there unsafe that's why I use big knives iv had them bounce to but more control then the axe stay brother

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, Brother I could just envision a video of me n Cody switching back and forth scenes of laughs. Now that would be cool. I hear ya on the hatchets. Those of us who know how to use em know how dangerous they can be. Take care and thanks for watching Brother Tom.

[@trooper2221]

Great tips Dave! Especially the plumb bob trick

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you my friend!

[@Kababoes]

axelent video, tks mate

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, Thanks man!

[@huntshackwildernessexperie6820]

Hello Dave When i watched your "Pack Axe and Hatchet Tips,Tricks and Safety vid. you mentioned that once a stone has been in oil it can t be used in water. A trick i have used with fair success is to soak the stone in pure Simple Green cleaner, from Walmart of course,for about a week. You would be surprised how much goop comes out of that stone. It depends how filthy the stone is but it works most of the time. After its cleaned i like to use a half and half water with simple green as a sharpening fluid. Something to try if your interested.. I enjoyed your video as usual.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That sounds good. Ill have to remember that and give it a try. I'm glad you liked the video, Thanks for watching

[@mikehaswell7246]

Dave thanks for the tips. I really enjoy your videos. I have one small tip to add. You most likely don't run in to this where you like, but a stone used with water will break if it freezes. I know oil stones are a mess, but they don't break just because it is freezing.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Mike and thats a good tip for cold weather campers. Down south it just doesnt get cold enough for me to worry with that happening.

[@jimdunn6467]

Wow, that never crossed my mind. Duly noted sir. Will make that change before next winter. Thanks for the heads up, appreciated sir!

[@astrazenica7783]

love that plumb hatchet, great shaped head and nice handle. And the Condor double bit, cool idea to baton wood down onto it stuck in a log like that -- never seen that before. The discovery channel, Cody Lundine references made me lol. No axes for him I hope. I didn't even see the axe lying on the ground in the leaves. Great tips to save ur precious digits ✋

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. LOL, man I LOVE Cody but pretty much have zero respect for Discovery channel. Funny since you mentioned Cody with an axe. I dont recall seeing him ever use one and he rarely ever touched a machete. Hes pretty much always been a Mora guy. Take care and Thanks for watching

[@RussNo1]

Loads of useful information. Thanks for another helpful video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@dereinzigwahreRichi]

Hey Dave, great video as always and you really know to keep our expectations high! :D Two more points that came to my mind: What's good for your feet is also right for your hands, so one should consider wearing gloves, Kevlar/Nomex or leather should be fine. Won't prevent accidents with hatchets totally but might lessen the consequences. I do so since I hit my thumb once, think I told the story in another comment on one of your videos. Second thing wasn't subject of your video but I want to spread the word anyway. If you're using a traditional type of chopping block, like a sawn off tree stump, for splitting wood then you should put it more to the far end of the block. That way when you should miss the piece of wood you'll most likely hit your axe/hatchet in the chopping block than swing through and hit yourself. Got this from another very good axe safety video from some english guy, I don't remember exactly what the channel was called. I like to use my tomahawk as it's lightweight but has quite a long handle making it suitable for felling and splitting smaller diameters. And I'm more of a trecker than a camper, so I'll also have to carry it around a lot. But with this kind of tool I have to consider all of your wise words from your tips and tricks video "The big one is for removing toes, the small one is for removing fingers. Remember that and you will be succesfull!" ;) May you stay safe and keep all your fingers with you!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Both good ideas you mentioned. I think I may have seen that video you mentioned. The tomahawk is a dang good backpackers tool. Very light weight and effective. Thanks for watching

[@product_six8569]

where did you get the puck can?

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hard candy was in it during Christmas time. I believe it came from Walmart. Its the perfect size.

[@michaeldehart2753]

Another very informative video as usual Dave. never had to use an axe before, and only played a bit with hatchets. your insight and tips will come in handy, and now I'm thinking about the different types of pack axe I may select and their uses. Thanks for another insightful video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Michael, I'm glad you liked it. Give an axe some thought and use. It is one useful piece of gear after you have spent some time with it. Thanks for watching

[@beardyalhand]

Probably the best axe video I've seen on here

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it that much!

[@wallaceknifeworkshomestead]

Lumberjack Dave :)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, all I need is a red n black wool jacket!

[@ozdavemcgee2079]

Re Batoning with an axe. Very true. I have bent axe heads at the eye using some old ones as wedges splitting tree stumps. Didnt take many hits at all to crush the eye

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks and I love your comment! It's great to hear from someone whose experienced this. Thanks for watching

[@ozdavemcgee2079]

Reallybigmonkey1 your welcome. Industrially it wouldn't be hard to set up. As long as you can cut say 10 at once. Then it'd be like Henry Ford. Think of eacg step. Fror eg if you put pouch on outside cut and hem pouches 10 at once. Then sew to blanket. Then sew 10 lots of mylar in. As you repeat you'll find quicker steps. I think a lot of your stuff has merit and would sell. Its just a matter if going frim concept to production , which ofyen is the hurdle. Id seriously crunch numbers and get quotes for bulk material. Ill buy one but 7 foot long as I'm 6' 4" lol. Seriously im considering buying a grab blanket but would rather yours. Have you thought of ykk zips?

[@jimc8848]

Great to see another video Dave! Love how handy axes and hatchets can be.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Jim

[@redsorgum]

Molly Hachet approves.....................sorry........

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL. Coment of the month brother!

[@robbinbrown6624]

Reallybigmonkey1 love your videos!! You're very informative and explain things well. I'm still waiting on you to do the long term shelters!!!!! Maybe you and Nick will have time this summer. Take care!

[@edgybob1]

David, you are just a hoot!, as we say in the country. lol Great video. You have answered a lot of questions I have had in the past about axes/hatchets. Thanks.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL, man Ive been called a hoot quite often! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@tooterr102e.9]

Really enjoyed the video. Lots of good information as usual. Thank you for sharing

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it and Thanks for watching

[@lauraharro6003]

My fingers thank you! I almost feel prepared to try out my first hatchet. You are so fun to watch! Thanks :)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You and your fingers are very welcome Laura! Stay safe out there and thanks for watching

[@davidnorthrup3674]

Although I think that having the axe in line with the wood you are splitting and moving them both together is the easiest and by far safest way to split smaller wood with it. There is a way to get chopped wood to stand up on a log. Instead of chopping a flat in a log, chop a V shape in the log to hold the chopped wood which will also have a V shape in it. This way the 2 V's will work together. Of course this will mean that you will need a bigger piece of wood for it to hold together as a base. Thanks for all the good information!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good idea David

[@PurplePixie333]

Ohhhhhh my goodness!!! Dave put up a video!!! yesssssss!!! I have missed you my friend...

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Great hearing from ya again! Watch n enjoy!

[@NorwegianWoods]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge on the axes. I think they are good but dangerous tools. A little information like this might prevent people having their toes and fingers lying around everywhere. Love your videos - Martin

[@joltmanify]

A great wealth of information and advice, David, two thumbs up. : )

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it my friend!

[@Thescoutmaster]

Thank you Dave, I always learn something new from you.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always great to hear that brother!

[@trynsurviven2440]

Great information to store in the memory bank. Thanks for sharing.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and I'm always happy to share. Thanks for watching

[@johnniecameron8829]

I've been playing in the woods my whole life but I didn't know these tips ,and I love my axes

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Great to hear that Johnnie!

[@mikemason4792]

You give great information and you are funny. Really enjoy.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Mike!

[@banjowoodsman7675]

Great work Dave, learned a few things from you once again. Take care!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it and learned something. Take care and Thanks for watching

[@outdoorenthusiast-rb5vf]

Great tips, tricks, and advice Dave. I really try to stay away from an ax. It wasent to long ago I was trying to teach my son some safety with a hatchet and wound up with stitches. They definitely need to be used with caution. Thanks for sharing.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it all. I hear ya man. I was teaching my son and he got a serious chop to the shin. You have to pay attention to every single move. Thanks for watching

[@spoosh13x13x13]

Yet another grate video packed full of fun and tips.. Ty for making this i found a net trick with the wood splitting chopsticks hold thing..

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@blackhatbushcraft]

Great information Dave! Thanks for all you share. Take care brother.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brother, I'm glad you liked it all, Thanks for watching

[@ellisholcomb2299]

thanks for sharing your thoughts on working with your axe enjoy watching your vedoes wish you all the very best until next time my friend

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I am always happy to share. Thanks for watching Ellis

[@nightwalker5278]

Loads of tips tricks and techniques, great upload and a great channel. Thanks for sharing . ATB

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it and I'm always happy to share. Thanks for watching

[@williamrudge175]

Another great video Dave. Lots of useful information.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks William, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@allenalleycat0072]

TKX for the tips on saving my fingers when using an ax or hatchet !!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome brother!

[@combatveteransusa9369]

Super good video man, you're helping folks a lot in safety ways in the timberland. 👍👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

[@cipher2]

you are a well spring for inspiration on unique ways to use and do things!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you my friend!

[@1969rbmustangboss]

I'm BAAACK! It's your long, lost, so-called "cuz" from Cochran, GA! Don't know if you remember me or not 'cause it's been about 4 years since I logged into KZbin under my screen name. I kinda disappeared suddenly back then, I know. Life was pretty harsh in one-felled blow back then and it's taken a while to get back to normal. But enough about that. I hope you are doing well. I sure was glad to see you are still making videos. I really enjoyed this one and, as always you taught me a whole lot. It was good to see you again, "Cuz". Keep on being you.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello Lisa! Of course I remember you! You have a pile of problems all hit you at once. Im glad all thats behind you. Funny things, since I last talked to you on Facebook years ago my neighbors moved back down to just below Warner Robbins because they hated North Georgia! LOL. Good hearing from ya again. Now start making some videos again and life will be back to normal

[@1969rbmustangboss]

Hated North Georgia? I can't even imagine that concept. Who in the world would hate North Georgia and then who in the world would then choose down here over North Georgia? Lol. I am just baffled. I dream of living in North Georgia! I would have been happy to swap places with them. Lol. I am getting my nerve up to doing a video. On what, I would have no idea. We will see. Great to reconnect to you, buddy.

[@not2fast4u2c]

Thanks ....I learned some new things about axes I like the big wood grabber holder tool

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome brother and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching