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[@wranglerstar]

Boiled Linseed Oil amzn.to/3KhwAL7 Obenauf's amzn.to/40NwIY9 Small Forest Axe amzn.to/3M4zkN7 (amazon affiliate links)

[@i-love-comountains3850]

There has to be an adequate alternative that isn't $195😳

[@CPLBSS88]

@@i-love-comountains3850 There are many... Husqvarna makes some that arr better IMO. Heck the Cold Steel ax's are less than a lunch meal these days and out of the 5 or so I have, other than being Asian slave market (probably?), they are some of my favorite.

[@Free-Bodge79]

what initial you got on it ? I mean the forger? they're quality items for sure.

[@averyjones4771]

I like to use some olive or coconut oil for the saturation, use what’s in stock. And you can add an essential oil for smell and bug repellant, as well as anti rust from the oil and anti mold from the chemicals in the herbs. Great videos as always Wrangerstar! You have an awesome family!

[@tiotata9294]

I thought it was, “once a day for a week, once a week for a month, once a month for a year, then once a year”

[@krwiles]

Love how Wranglerstar smoothly no-lift up-shifts gears from proven axe maintenance, to proven guerilla warfare tactics, and then seamlessly revmatch-downshift back to teaching laid back trail-hacks on using a chainsaw/string/alternator to jump start your Jeep's dead battery. This dude is gold, pure gold. It's like a warehouse for wisdom.

[@geraldwilson2629]

I’m having trouble keeping up

[@Diseaseisreversible]

@@geraldwilson2629 he’s all over the place to keep KZbin on their toes. He’s pushing the limits to see what will happen.

[@Fightre_Flighte]

I love how you described all of that in vehicle terms. Somehow I didn't miss a beat.

[@GloryKushHD]

Absolute chad

[@M60gunner1971]

​@GloryKushHD care to explain this crude comment?

[@LDuke-pc7kq]

Awe never understood why my Grandfather's axes were all filed up on the handle, thank you for reminding me of him today 💛 he was a hobby wood worker so talented he could have done it for a job, never missed a day of work or late in 45 yrs as plant manager, and WW2 purple heart Vet, I miss him so much 🥲

[@Ngcarson1337]

God bless your grandfather, we appreciate his service to our country. May he continue to live through you in the lessons and memories shared together. A piece of them is always with us, if we are keen to see it.

[@dwightdawson3578]

@@Ngcarson1337well said!

[@Im-From-the-stars]

I'm sorry for your loss. My dad just passed away this month, and he never missed a day of work either, and when he retired, it took him time to adjust because he couldn't sit still. He was known to help anyone at any time, always doing something for someone he invented the sport where you ski behind a kite with a board and now you see this sport around the world Love and miss you, Dad I know you are with mom now playing in the sun 💖💖💖

[@rafaeldaulet59]

God bless your grandpa, man.. I miss mine so much, too😢

[@rafaeldaulet59]

​@@Im-From-the-starsthis is so strong, man.. I'm somewhere out there, reading this and crying.. Hope they find the best place for themselves ever, and you, too. Thanx for the short story u told, appreciate it, like ALOT!:)

[@chubtoad157]

I think we are up to 2384 tools that every professional home owner should own.

[@coryjohnson2486]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@tekknorat]

Not enough

[@snakeplisken4119]

lol😊

[@kevinmaughan4290]

brilliant

[@Nill757]

In other words, 2384 paying YT videos.

[@lunisf8480]

Buddy has that 90yr old life advice, with the heart and soul of someone young.... keep it up man 💯

[@se7encureton]

This was how he was all the time back in the day

[@endlessmountainoutdoors]

I use a wire wheel on a drill. It pulls the softer grain out of the handle leaving a natural grip and looks good too.

[@Tinnmann]

I just got a new handle for my double bit axe I restored, would you recommend removing the varnish before or after installing the axe head?

[@adampindell]

Along the grain, or fish scale?

[@endlessmountainoutdoors]

@@Tinnmann that won’t matter it’s only gonna be useful where your hands are knob and throat being important. There is a big difference with oiled wood handles. It doesn’t just apply to axes, any wooden handles on any tool I take the factory finish off. You may need to shape the new handle in the head for the best fit. If you can don’t be afraid to shape the handle for more comfortable fit. After you strip the varnish of you’ll wanna run sandpaper down to at least 220.

[@endlessmountainoutdoors]

@@adampindell with the grain I’ve found is best. Depending on what I’m using it for I only do the knob of the handle and how I liked my foresters axe for driving wedges I carried. Don’t dig in to deep and compromise the integrity of the handle. 1/8 inch or less, just enough to feel it in the hand and sand smooth.

[@adampindell]

@@endlessmountainoutdoors I've seen the affects of medium blasting on wood surfaces. Looks amazing and leaves thick groves with a smooth, yet porous surface along the grain.

[@katofmine]

sere taught me "once a day for a week, once a week for a month, once a month for a year, once a year for the rest of your life" might have been the quote you were thinking of. love the content keep it coming.

[@cutterdog655]

Perfect

[@brianamcna]

remember about 8 or 9 years ago i found your account cody when i was just a kid. you spoke such high praise of the small forest axe and i was always envious of it. when k turned 18 a few years ago i asked my father for one for my birthday and he delivered. one of my favorite gifts, bought my self a puck stone for in the field, and linseed oil just as you always said. just as yours has lasted you two decades i hope mine will do the same.

[@redbeard-kz7vo]

This is the most underrated channel on KZbin most have no idea the wisdom that is in these videos. Thank you so much proho to proho

[@tomfrommichigan]

This guy knows his stuff. If I were going to buy or sharpen an axe, I wouldn't do it before watching his videos.

[@ChromeArty]

​@@daysofcarnivore knob

[@FerrellBill]

​@@daysofcarnivore So you're here, in the comments, to throw darts? Gamma males suck

[@shawncox485]

I couldn’t agree more. I have learned so much and I truly appreciate the education.

[@briancaine9130]

Agree. Great channel.

[@suntalunta]

Gränsfors Bruks are fantastic axes from Sweden. Highly recommend.

[@0xteknogeek]

if you use a rag to oil the handle, do NOT throw oil-soaked rags away. you must let them dry out. linseed oil rags are known for spontaneously combust very often

[@batmanonsteroids]

Only in Murica

[@HJZ75driver]

Incorrect

[@lauriecollins7312]

Thanks !

[@jayjizzel3273]

Correct 💯

[@zanechristiansen]

@@batmanonsteroids i think actually its only in california

[@ProjectCrimson962]

I've had this exact same axe for 10 years and use it every weekend. It has never gotten dull and never let me down. An absolute must have tool.

[@robertmwhidbey]

I really enjoy watching their forging videos on KZbin it's amazing the equipment they have for manufacturing

[@Kaminospace]

The hardest part is starting out once a minute for an hour

[@Gold_Strike_Expeditions]

Love the music, it's very fitting while he rubs the shaft.

[@EdgedAeros]

😂 was about to say that.

[@adventuremanintheclouds8968]

Don't be gross Tammy

[@Gold_Strike_Expeditions]

At least he was wearing protection right?

[@Rick-xd8gr]

You guys are funny professional homeowners!

[@EdgedAeros]

@@Rick-xd8gr that we are…… 😏

[@technestudio]

Just to let you know I listen to your posts on loop randomly sometimes but they're comforting and informative

[@9999dudeman]

Thanks again for another great video with information on how to care for a new axe.

[@escapetherace1943]

For those who might see this, other than Linseed oil, Teak oil works just as fine and is cheaper. You can also use birch oil made for free easily (it's darker a bit) but it will seal fairly well. You can also go with pine tar mixed inside of those oils a bit for some nice color/protection.

[@gastrofile]

I think the rule for oiling the handle is daily for a week, weekly for a month, monthly for a year, and annually thereafter.

[@theguy192]

That’s a lot of work for something I will never use

[@gastrofile]

@@theguy192 pretend you're oiling your handle.

[@walkingman8943]

I purchased one of these axes about 18 months ago for the coming trouble. Couldn’t be happier about the purchase.

[@SOLIDSNAKE.]

This channel is a fountain of knowledge

[@holts9596]

I’m fixing my Scandinavian forest axe now lol wonderful axes been doing this to all my axes ever since I watched your first axe cares clip

[@chunkyfecalbreakfast]

I’ve heard a lot about quality problems with these. I’ve always been a vintage buyer and will continue to do so because companies valued their brand name in our grandparent’s lifetime but not ours.

[@flankman9385]

Anyone that legitimately uses an axe for multiple hours on a daily basis will tell you that this axe is highly overpriced and overhyped and that they are living on a name. There are better axes for half the price, maybe even less.

[@chunkyfecalbreakfast]

@@roosterball69 that’s an interesting viewpoint and I’d like to believe it’s true but without the ability to live multiple lifetimes, I’m just left with the cynicism that corporate design failure brings

[@contraband1543]

​@@flankman9385 I guarantee a Fiskars x14 holds an edge longer and takes an edge easier than this hipster garbage gransfors axe. And the fiskars is 35 dollars 😂

[@user-tm3ri5sg4m]

@flankman we go ahead fella.. name a few??

[@thelasttaarakian]

Its not quality at all which is the issue. Its the general misuse of them. They are forged for Swedish trees which are primarily softwoods. Dinguses here in the States think “this is the best axe, so time to get a choppin” and they take the axe to an oak tree and break it. If you want to cut hardwoods use a different axe or take better care of your tools.

[@chairrider2462]

Great advice here. I have one of those axes! Bought it based on being recommended here. My favorite camping tool! So well made.

[@sherlock7898]

I gave that axe to my older brother for Christmas a few years ago. He wanted it after he saw your video on it. He loves that axe.

[@christopherflannery5034]

The famous saying goes "once a day for a week, once a week for a month, once a month for a year and then once a year".

[@kee7678]

I got that one too! One of my prized possessions!

[@yalexter1859]

Scrap it! Bad axe from bad brand. Should have done more research and gone with a hultafors axe instead. Mines 80+ years and it's awesome.

[@kee7678]

@@yalexter1859 LOL. I have a machining background, 65 yr family business of MFG and CNC distributorship of German and Japanese technology and did a lot of research on axes and there is a reason this is the BEST AXE on the market today and for the last century, PS bruh...drugs are bad...mmmkay?

[@Gold_Strike_Expeditions]

Better drill and pin the head. Granfors are notorious for getting loose.

[@jamesbuchanan9937]

@@kee7678 absolutely agree…sharp enough to shave the Cat’s Meow as well

[@thelasttaarakian]

@@yalexter1859 what a dumb comment that completely misses the irony of their “point”

[@barnold23]

Hey Cody, I’m sure you’ll never see this, but I wanted to thank you. You’ve taught me all the stuff my Dad was supposed to teach me. And I hate to say that, because I love my Dad and he did the best he could in the situation he was it, but he really fell short on this front. So thank you Cody, for giving me the knowledge to pass on the the next generation. 🤝 Sincerely, -Edward

[@johnnyxmusic]

Love it. Love your tools… And they will last a good long time.

[@patrickcoyne1292]

hold on while i add my axe handles to the list of oils i need to change.

[@MDMDMDMDMDMDMDMDMD]

Right up there with those fence posts

[@gingebrien2408]

More great advice. I love my Gransfors Bruk Axes. 😁

[@eyeballdude]

As a Swede, I approve of this message Keep up the good work there buddy!

[@MyllerSWE]

Ive been to Gränsfors bruk and watched them forge those axes. The forge is around 100 years old so they are made the same way as when all oldtimers used them logging.

[@petedavis1040]

That price is crazy for that axe!

[@thepowerbill1]

Funny how I just did all this the other day. I love my small forest axe. Definitely my favorite tool to use. Getting it ready for all these gusty winds we’ve been having lately providing me plenty of fallen limbs and branches to clear out of the yard.

[@LaRemnant]

Excellent product and excellent advice.

[@jasonmeinhart8525]

Be careful not to store crumpled cloth or paper with the boiled linseed oil on the cloth/paper. This can spontaneously combust from the exothermic reaction of the linseed oil causing the cloth to ignite. (Edited to add clarity to my original statement.)

[@EddyOfTheMaelstrom]

Damn that thing looked great when you were finished.

[@michael6880]

I got that same one a few months ago now, works a treat for camping. The little booklet that comes with it is a nice short read too

[@Daniel-fe1uj]

I don’t know what video to write this on, but nonetheless, if somebody can logically deny that this man is not a role model to humanity, I would truly love to hear your argument. I have seen a lot of traditional true Americans in my life and believe me they come in all colors and genders, but this man is in the top tier. Thanks for the videos. I enjoy them.

[@jordanfedele8247]

How the US Forrest service decapitates a politician

[@badnewsbruner]

Looked like a whole different setup when you got done with it. Great tips, beautiful axe.

[@woodlandreconjoshdrakes5509]

You introduced me to gransfors bruks years ago on YT..best axe makers ever!!! I learned how to properly set axe handle too from your channel.... keep teaching us lol. Thank you

[@jensdavidsen4557]

This is the Wranglerstar I love - no politics just woodworking paraphernalia (even though I agree with his politics), I tune into KZbin to get as far away from politics as I can. I need another 15 part series on building something where each installment is like 25-40min. Like the woodworking bench - phenomenal series!

[@gregmckenzie1622]

Good seeing you wear gloves finally when handling solvents!

[@londonalicante]

Linseed oil isn't a solvent. It's a highly polyunsaturated fat. That means 2 things: 1. It's very good for you if consumed in the right quantity and 2. once it has soaked deep into wood, it polymerises over time into a tough natural resin.

[@iPig]

​@@londonalicante "Boiled" linseed oil contains added catalysts to accelerate the curing process. It is not ideal to handle and its definitely not safe for consumption. Raw linseed oil is not harmful.

[@taggartlawfirm]

Great axes! I strongly recommend the small camp hatchet.

[@bobbyroberts5751]

What brand? I can’t quite make out who he said makes it

[@jamesiversen]

@@bobbyroberts5751 Gränsfors Bruk. Beautiful axes, handmade in Sweden. I’ve got three: the small hatchet, small forest axe, and the splitting maul. Expensive, but worth it and you’ll own them forever if you take care of them.

[@taggartlawfirm]

@@bobbyroberts5751 granforth bruks. Made in Switzerland and worth every penny

[@richardbryanesq]

I left too many behind at the campgrounds over the years to invest in that quality

[@thelasttaarakian]

@@richardbryanesq you spend that kind of money on something and you are more likely to pay attention to it.

[@4HI-4LOW]

My favorite axe, had mine for many years now. I used a torch to mark the lower handle a few stripes to mark it as mine easily when working with others.

[@DYLANTRIES]

Yes, thanks cody, you inspired me greatly thru my late teens. Now 25, still have my SFA in great working order, my dad helped me make a new sheath for it, patterned sfter the original but with thicker leather that was dyed blue..

[@jamesallred460]

Love those axes, and Obenaufs is the best! Got a sample of it at Andy and Bax military surplus when I was a kid, now it's the only stuff I use!

[@thatboringtiger3646]

howdy fellow local! love that store

[@jamesallred460]

@@thatboringtiger3646 howdy back! Is the boring in your name a reference to a location, by chance?

[@HorsepowerHeaven]

Just got the exact same axe, somehow I scroll down and you’re showing it off. What a an amazing tool to own!

[@EpicStonerAdventures]

Your a hell of a sales person. I'm sure your making a killing on Amazon commissions. The beauty of it all, is even if they don't buy that one item, but buy anything after hitting your link, you should still get a sales commission. I'm sure it's tiny but can add up. Keep it up. Your by far one of the best on this platform. 👌

[@jakemarsh8967]

I heard the linseed oil application as every day for a week, every week for a month, every month for a year, and then every year from then on. He just didn't say every week so I was just wondering if he just forgot it or if I added a step xD

[@danieldraper4478]

Yep, this is the rule of thumb!

[@stewartj3407]

@Jake Marsh you actually did miss something, you didn’t say it was your grandfather that told you this. You gotta be like the many KZbinrs that have jumped on this saying, but they can’t say they learned it on another video, it has to be “grandpa said”. But I think it’ll be just fine to apply it “every so often”, because thats what my grandpa said.

[@jakemarsh8967]

@@stewartj3407 hahahaha you right. Insert a "My grandpappy told me..." and the world will be back in balance xD

[@louisbaudry1106]

Man, so much useful stuff on this channel. Thanks for all the work you put on these, sir.

[@1001CP]

On the farm naturally we got all our own wood in for the winters, warming fires, etc. We had really good axes, mauls, wedges and hatchets my dad always had that was kept in the family for many years. He had us take care of a hatchet first as we grew then an axe like you have shown. What a difference from when you pick up a new one at a store. They just felt funny until they were broken in- like just about any good tool. Great short my friend. Some of this is getting to be lost knowledge outside of regular forestry and professional wood cutters. Stay safe..

[@FUnKNUg]

Back to the basics. I like these

[@armondomazzucchi6233]

I just got a few of their axes and love them. Solid tops!

[@ryanconor8088]

I have learnt so much from this dude it's insane

[@jimbrown9885]

Love my small forest axe. Never imagined I'd take a rasp to it, but if wranglerstar says "jump"...

[@Nimsake]

I Love your tips your content your tool recommendations your awesome

[@outdoorkid3367]

I believe it's once a day for a week, once a week for a month once a month for a year and was a year after that. I want to join your monthly thing but my parents won't let me spend my money. Keep up the good work your the best.

[@JSaltyfabricator]

Yeah buddy!

[@carlzirk]

Good job

[@2Cats_ina_Trenchcoat]

Well listen to your parents kid, because this guy is insane. Don't fund paranoia please.

[@outdoorkid3367]

This guy is the best, don't hate on him from your couch.

[@2Cats_ina_Trenchcoat]

@@outdoorkid3367 no... he really isn't.

[@henri6595]

This guy is great! He knows so much!

[@2centsam927]

if I'm not mistaken, on that particular axe, the head is easily slid off down the length of the handle, and as easily replaced by reversing the process. if that's the case, I'd be tempted to remove the head and oil the entire handle, no dry spot

[@sethstatler8480]

My favorite way to add grip is to get some 10 gauge wire and wrap it down as a spiral and cover it either self-sticking wrap, ball bat wrapping and electrical tape. You can move the spiral to fit your fingers. Absolute best way that I found.

[@tackleresponse8183]

Can you start adding prices for us professional homeowners who actually have to look at the prices before we buy something?

[@ricksmith7232]

More people need to follow old timely wisdom

[@SpoonfullofSandrock]

I just use a forged steel estwing hatchet. 14 years running and its never failed me 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@BroddeB]

I like these simple constructive videos.

[@vincentharvey6133]

Oh that's pretty good I was looking to buy one of these exact hatchets thank you!

[@ewanfinlayson3520]

I got that exact axe and it's beautiful and cuts amazingly

[@theoriginaldavid6969]

They are on board with agenda 2030

[@Pskawt]

What do you think about the Estwing campers axe? I love mine

[@gryphon1342]

Absolutely love my Gransford Brük. Excellent quality axe. Mine is just a smaller pack axe i take camping, but when I get a woodstove I will buy one of their larger axes to chop the firewood with.

[@Odhinn638]

Did I ever tell you that I ❤ your videos!!???

[@JaKobstol99]

This is the content I subscribed for

[@nomad-8260]

Not the borderline schizophrenic preparation for the end of the world? I find that quite funny

[@buddtwin2]

@@nomad-8260 you do know a lot of his really out there videos is a joke right

[@snakeplisken4119]

​@@buddtwin2But are they

[@aggroash232]

You are such a wise man. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@ReedRosas]

How the National Forest Service promotes all kind of stuff with a brilliant salesman who has never or seldom used an axe for more than comercial purposes. Luv that guy! 😅

[@jeremymitchell9793]

Wranglerstar took your advice on the Obenofs for some new boots I recently bought and I'll be using it on all my other leather items. Only heard about cause of you and bought because of your confidence in it.

[@wastelandwarrior9738]

Right it works so good

[@eugene8402]

Ok, got it. Polish my handle once a day for a week, once a week for a month, once a month for a year. It's going to be tough, just once a month, though.

[@AndersAylward]

Wish Id known these when I bought my first axe.

[@Patriot-Logic]

Everyday for a week, every week for a month then once a month for a year! Then spring & fall!

[@jasonbarlow8263]

This is the first time I’ve commented on your post, even though I have liked so many.Thanks for sharing, this is the information that helps all of us be better and want to do better every day. Each tip each bit of info impacts so many of us in a positive way, and I can’t thank you enough for all you have done to to inspire and educate! 🤩🙏

[@hkdxforsaken]

What about the copper in the handle to ground yourself when you hit the tree?

[@harrisjuan1564]

Unplug your self first,take your boots and socks off. That way your still grounded😂. Professional ground men. Lol Make sure your grandfather doesn’t see you doing this, when you’re doing this nonsense. Lol. 😂

[@Jsnyder6353]

I own two Gransfors bruks axes, I actually found out about them on your channel years ago!!

[@richardcarr979]

I love you man. Please keep it up, you're too good to fall for a trick, you're everybody's badass grand daddy. You make men who have fallen wayside feel like they can do what they were programmed to do. Much love brother.

[@andvil01]

Have one. For 30 years and still running. Changed the handle after 25 years. You never have to buy another axe in that size.

[@purpherder]

if you leave the handle smooth its more likely to give you blisters, if anyone was wondering

[@squigl3z78]

Dear KZbin , this is the type of content I’m here for

[@tuono2914]

These are one of the finest axes you can buy

[@meg2231]

I like his tips because for the most part, you can tell they originated from one of his great great x grandpas.. who then each told their sons over the years. that's what we call tried and true. aka, reliable information.

[@iPig]

Lol

[@CurseTheVulgar]

Got to love Gränsfors Bruk proudly representing Sweden! I've heard it said that linseed oil should be applied "every day for a week, every week for a month, every month for a year, and then every year going forward". Might be a bit overkill compared to what you recommended but it's neat and easy to remember.

[@lukef2987]

Love the videos. Thank you and be well.

[@handle22ful]

Nothing but the best tips!!

[@indoctfool9412]

Im Swedish. And i knows about too takes of the sheeds... A happy man.

[@Holaroznic1]

Obenauf's is the only boot, leather protectant I use. Smells like fresh leather and works great. I have the liquid and wax.

[@QkjajshsjajaCcccc]

Can the next vid be a grounding of this unit?

[@nickyevdokymov5526]

When good men are ridiculed, society as a whole is doomed.

[@alfredoverno9674]

Sir, any words of wisdom on the linseed combustion issue? I've seen linseed oil catch our trashcan on fire at work. Love the tips, with real world ramifications. Thank you.

[@Vasily_Pylaykin]

Awesome advices!

[@fredeschen3783]

I rub my wood daily.😂

[@eatwhatukiii2532]

Me: “Cool, the handle has a handy hole to run a hanging loop through”❤

[@itshertis6203]

Loved that you joined general sam!

[@bbb4019]

How the US forest service keep their wood lubed and ready.