The Bushcraft Axe I have been waiting so long for...

Here is my Bushcraft Axe - The TA Axe is designed and made in England. With a wood handle that has been made from the 100 year old Ash Tree in my woodland. A leather sheath that is from English leather made in Britain's last remaining Oak Bark Tannery that has been around since 1862. So much attention to detail has gone into this axe and I am incredibly proud to be able to now have these available. Thank you for watching.
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[@TAOutdoors]

Wow, they sold out in 3 hours! I’m truly blown away by this. Thank you so much. For those wondering, the next batch will be ready end of January and we are going to try and continue to have a batch of axes towards the end of each month. In order to find out exactly when they will go live on the site, sign up to the newsletter at www.taoutdoors.com/shop/taaxe and as soon as they are back in stock I will send out an email 👍🏻

[@gertbehrmann4877]

Yeah, sold out, any idea when the next batch is available?

[@jenhamilton]

Could I reserve one in the next batch?

[@BryceByerley]

Quick! I need you to grow another 100 year old Ash! I'll start on longevity drugs so I can get the batch of axes. I think my credit card will still be good in 2173.

[@ziggarillo]

​@@BryceByerleyI doubt he's used all the wood yet.

[@PastramiStaven]

Well then I need to know if you ship to Sweden or I need to ask help from a friend in the UK?

[@JamieHutchinsonTechUK]

Hey Mike, very proud to say I now own Axe no. 69, bought it from you in person at the bushcraft festival this weekend, so pleased with it!

[@ThornWoodForge]

What an great vid! I thoroughly enjoyed working with Mike on this incredible axe project. I'm quite overwhelmed by the responses on here, thank you for all the kind comments. For those who missed out on the first batch, don't worry! The Forge is warming up for a second run ...

[@michaeldemetriou1399]

A job well done

[@allanparkins8142]

Amazing job and a beautiful and practical axe 👍

[@StephenMooreOfficial]

The way Joe quickly draws those contour lines on the handle you can tell he's a master craftsman and has made many tools in his time.

[@Cray2TheZ]

My thoughts exactly! I couldn't believe my eyes when he did that! What a boss!

[@dickgozinya9228]

If you watch he never changes his grip on the pencil and uses his fingers as a guide. The outline was already formed by a template so it follows it.

[@ThornWoodForge]

Too kind!

[@JohnSmith-gs4lw]

One of your best videos ever. I’ve watched dozens of hours of axe making, but never seen the details of a tannery. Quite unbelievable to amount of work and time that goes into a simple piece of leather.

[@ericb.4358]

Congratulations in a beautiful custom hand axe and sheath. A lifetime tool. My bushcraft hand axe is a COUNCIL TOOL WOODCRAFT model. Made in USA. The poll is hardened to prevent mushrooming.

[@lukelofgren4108]

That was the best informative video I think I've ever seen for axe forging. And I've seen them all I think. Great hatchet by the way.

[@grant1133]

Having watched the whole process I am amazed at how you've managed to sell then at such a low price. Incredible craftsmanship.

[@WayneTheSeine]

What a great presentation...from beginning to end. The map, the journey past Stonehenge, and of course, the hundred year old stately ash. If I were younger, I would jump on one in a heartbeat. The price is very fair considering the workmanship in every aspect of production. The leather production alone, screams quality, historical significance, and perfection.

[@switters8679]

My guy, you should be paid to shill this hard. In fact, I already didn't like the presentation, and you have just made it even worse with your fake bullshit. 'The leather production screams quality,' are you a leather worker or a historian, how do you know what perfection is? The logic and reasoning in your comment screams idiocy, and I AM an expert in that.

[@WayneTheSeine]

@@switters8679 I truly believe you are.

[@Bridgercraft]

@@switters8679 I AM a professional leather worker and that axe sheath looks pretty damn high quality to me. I dunno what in particular upset you about Mike's presentation but I enjoyed it.

[@Roblovesbushcraft]

​@@switters8679Blimey what a w⚓ u r

[@vikingbushcraft1911]

⁠@@switters8679Wut, you’re an expert in idiocy?

[@nc8313]

16 mins of ultimate joy. This story was amazing. Thankyou for the video!!

[@katieeisenhower1168]

What gorgeous craftsmanship and a beautiful story.

[@LoreTunderin]

My Agawa Canyon axe arrived yesterday, and now you have me drooling over another one before I even had a chance to use it. 🤤

[@OutdoorGinger]

"Waiting 'axe'-actly this long for the video? Axe-ellent anticipation! My channel's chopping up similar topics - let's 'axe-celerate' our shared love for all things axes!"

[@Madonnalitta1]

It's beautiful. I have the axe that my dad made, it's old and battered but still feels better in my hand than others that I own.

[@leeendley8009]

Everything about that axe looks outstanding, that guy Joe is a seriously talented craftsman. No surprise they sold out, superb.

[@ThornWoodForge]

Thanks for your kind words :)

[@matthewjohnson8867]

What a dream realized! The planning, the prep work, the execution & now the distribution...all that, so that we too could enjoy a beautiful piece of history (the ash tree) & exceptional craftsmanship the serves small business, men & women. Way to go. Love your channel & so stoked I'll be able to have my very own TA Outdoors axe!

[@SWATStrachan]

That looks like some quality, and more importantly, traditional manufacturing, resulting in an exquisite tool that will probably last someone a lifetime. If I didn't have three other axes already, I'd be all over this, but I do, so...

[@YeoYolo]

I honestly got shivers when you showed that great ash tree laying on the forest floor. There's just something about trees that is just so majestic.

[@glorfendell2967]

Congrats Mike. That is so much more than an axe. I hope your holidays are joyous and you get to relax with the family.

[@nathski22]

Beautiful! If I ever have need of a bushcraft axe this is the one I want.

[@nickk964]

Man that really puts it into perspective the quality of work that goes into things.

[@W4ldgeist]

Beautiful little hatchet. Great to get it made in England, supporting local craftsmen. Always a good thing!

[@allanculbard165]

A beautiful example of British craftsmanship, lovely Mike.

[@slimplynth]

No wonder they're in high demand 👌 beautiful work, the effort that goes into them.. including the leather.. it's on my Xmas list gift for my uncle

[@suburbanhiker5975]

AWESOME video, back story and axe! SO very well done! KUDOS! Love the documentary style narration!

[@martynbonanza]

Absolutely amazing - So good that people are still doing this kind of thing from the tanning and forging right through to your finished axe... Well done, you deserve to feel very proud.

[@amyv8416]

By the time I am able to afford one, I hope one is available! It's a beautiful tool.

[@DF4Trap]

Impressive, I love the traditional nature of the production. It gives it soul. Thanks for sharing.

[@ted6989]

Beautiful work!

[@shibbyjay123]

Came for the smithing, stayed for the section on the Tannery! Super interesting video!!👍

[@d.Cog420]

Amazing vid. One thing you could add is the importance of straight grain and grain orientation for haft/handle strength. Your ash is incredibly straight and aligned correctly as can be seen at 7:40 so should last for ages (with oiling).. Good workmanship all round, congratulations.

[@TheTenaciousEunuch]

Best advert so far

[@USAMUSIC876]

Hi Mike! I'm 12 and we talked a while back. For the holidays I got Dave Canterbury's set of four Bushcraft books. And that got me thinking. Have you thought about writing a Bushcraft book? I think you're one of the best people for that. You are great at explaining things, and you're also good at demonstrating how to do things. Well, please consider this..... You did a great job with the axe! Thanks!😀

[@jd-jw8hm]

Old world craftsmanship is the best..🙏

[@Sue.242]

After watching one of your previous videos I went over to Joe website at Thornwood forge and ordered that hatchet. I can honestly say the workmanship is outstanding. Great communication with Joe himself too. Thank you. Merry Christmas to all

[@Apeman_Actual]

Awesome video man! That’s so cool thanks for sharing every step of the process! Really makes me appreciate the craftsmanship and the fact it’s all locally sourced to you.

[@allanparkins8142]

A fascinating process showing how to make something properly and what a premium axe,now at the top of my wish list 👍

[@fearthehoneybadger]

It's a beauty. Looks like it has a substantial head. Too many small axes have heads that are too light. Defeats the purpose of an axe.

[@thetinkerist]

Thanks for showing us the story of the axe :) sold out man, wow :)

[@duncandixon4202]

This is one of my favourite bushcraft videos ever! I missed out buying an axe…. :( but I will try again brilliant work.

[@BBQDad463]

Thank you for this video. Looks like a fine product. I will have to keep an eye peeled in January.

[@billpark8988]

Very enjoyable video. Concise and informative. Well done. I can see my bank account taking a hit.

[@TheRealSteveEllis]

I’m glad you’re doing these bud

[@ed5042]

JUST WOW! I don't think I have ever seen this process! Great! and congratulations!

[@bjchadwick4261]

I’m not an outdoorsy person but I really enjoy your videos. I am a crafter and really enjoy watching you and your dad work with your hands. Love the saga of the woodlands. Happy holidays to you and your family and a wonderful new year to you.

[@Jerry-hw5qk]

Congrats!! You deserve this!

[@ianski65]

Dude, good for you. Looks Fab. Smashing video, very informative. Im not surprised they sold out 🫡

[@kevlord9]

Thankyou for going into detail on this, absolutely brilliant!

[@daiblaze1396]

Beautiful piece of work. You can see that it is well buit. Your narration of these processes of traditional crafts completes the story. Very inspiring and happy to see those people putting their souls for others. No wonder they are sold out already. Great job !

[@bigyin2794]

Congratulations Sir! Bushcraft tea and medals for your fabulous creation. Very satisfying.

[@damagecase3370]

One coming to Spain soon 😎♥️ awesome!

[@TheGlatch]

I see no shipping to Europe

[@TAOutdoors]

We will be doing shipping to mainland Europe next year

[@timashcroft5343]

Congratulations! That's such a great legacy! You should be so proud! What a beautiful axe!!

[@brianhorner6340]

Great video, thanks for taking us on the journey of the ‘old’ tree and a bit of metal that ends up turning into a beautiful looking Axe!!

[@Zederok]

And they're gone! Awesome Vid mate.

[@INFERNO16321]

Love your videos, man. happy you could finally get the hatchet made!!!

[@David-xh9cw]

Fantastic to support all those craftsmen, well done Mike!

[@daviddunn-breaknbadretrddad]

Thank you for the share sir, enjoy! Hugs for you and the fam!

[@gabba5423]

Very nice. Ive never saw this done before. Thanks for all you do.

[@me-l-9910]

Such an impressive process. What a wonderful use of your ash tree and I just love the local artisans you have found for this venture, Mike. It’s so good to know that craftsmanship is alive and well in our hi tech age. Cheers! Merry Christmas to you and yours and a very happy new year!

[@mauricejohnston8454]

Great video,, great British skills hopefully we won't lose

[@ivicamilosavljevic4706]

Excelent marketing ...bravo! Also, good product manual made quality.. rade these days. Excelent guys, just proceed like that... Maybe You will not earn much money, but experience is priceless... Regards from Serbia!

[@jdsd771007]

Very cool video! Love introducing the processes used to create these axes and history as well. Well shot and explained, and makes you appreciate every step of the process, and how much really goes in to something handcrafted!

[@wolfbisbing486]

Thank you for show the process of the axe. That was very interesting. I loved it.

[@kfiramar9967]

THIS IS ART

[@Lucaemar]

Absolutely beautiful! I've watched a fair few smithing videos, and while this one is very good in that regard also, I especially appreciated seeing the leather making process, that I hadn't come across before. If only you'd have had a bit of footage of the leather working as well 😉 Great project, documentation and video, and the axe itself looks great as well! Will definitely be getting one before I move out of the UK, that level of craftsmanship, dedication and using all local talent and raw materials needs all possible support ❤

[@michaelmarshall3489]

Do you make your own knives the craftsmanship that's gone into this is amazing.The old trades need to keep going 👍

[@vincentc6919]

Beautiful tool. Congratulations on sticking with the project...

[@srbmckenzie]

I loved the video, seeing the craftsmanship was incredible. I went to check them out and congrats that they sold out already - amazing news.

[@WildernessoutdoorsFishing]

What a great video we have fun watching this❤

[@ApostolicITTech]

Wow- awesome video and product!! Congrats on this success!

[@guus6541]

Youve done amazing work over the last years Mike, building your channel into a brand! Keep up the good work man!! 🪓

[@storbunlimitedbushcraft6996]

Awesome work lads. 👏

[@TAOutdoors]

Thank you mate

[@Cray2TheZ]

What a beautiful video! Thank you and Merry Christmas to all!

[@pinhookfishingclub]

Gratz to all involved in this great project! What a wonderful Ash tree that lives on!

[@2phirekronic444]

i absolutely love that you showed the process and different stages of the crafting of these axes ! just a beauty man and your present it utterly elegant ! Stay Golden man God Bless and happy holidays everyone !

[@deandowney9316]

Wow, what an awesome video. Its good to see the full journey. I'd be proud to own one.

[@seansmart3440]

Congratulations. You’ve created a beautiful axe and the story of its creation is excellent.

[@bobbilly8957]

Wow what great detail in this video. And a great axe. Hopefully I will get a chance to purchase one in the future as I acted to late on these

[@mikeriddell176]

What a beautiful piece of kit.

[@YeoYolo]

The story behind a tool is what makes its beauty.

[@PapaCoode]

This video was incredible!! Love seeing the story and the process through things

[@bullyakker]

Fantastic looking camp axe/hatchet! AMAZING price considering the materials and craftsmanship put into these! I'd gladly pay $10k for 12 of them!

[@JoeLiningToolFilms]

This is more effective at convincing me to buy one than any ad

[@jerusalemcuckooscookbook]

What a truly amazing and informative video and such a fantastic product, well done to everyone involved, merry Christmas!

[@AlasadiAhmed]

One of the best videos ever❤

[@BraxxJuventa]

Very good narrating on this video Mike! Well done! You have a very pleasant voice to listen to. Great job, over an awesome craftsmanship video of your product. 😁👍🏼😁👍🏼

[@HayzeeHayes]

Wow they look sublime Mike! Great story how they're made and of course your famous Ash tree now lives on in a unique and useful way. Looking forward to more action in the new year. All the best Mike and thanks for your efforts 👍🍺

[@rgober60]

Congratulations young man 🎉🎉🎉 What a wonderful heirloom you've made to pass on to not only family, but the world!! Wishing you and the whole family a Very Merry Christmas and a Very Blessed New Year🎉🎉🥳🥳🙏🕊🙏🕊🙏🕊🫰💜💜💜

[@Slikx666]

Well done Mike, they really do look great. Nice to see them sold out quickly. I think i need to contact the leather company to get some leather, they're in the same country as me so i might be able to go there. Half a cow should be enough leather, i just need to make another 10 guitar straps. Happy whatever festival everyone. 🎉🥳🥂

[@TAOutdoors]

Well worth a visit if you can. That place is stuck in time. Genuinely feels 150 years old when you walk around it.

[@lindsaycranch8130]

Wow! You should be proud! What a beautiful thing!

[@70lightning]

Wonderful story. Thanks for sharing!

[@Danimal843]

Dude... total respect from start to finish, %100 to you and everyone involved, truly mean that.... however...I hate to say it, but it's far from economical for the majority that would rather simply modify their techniques to use what they can afford Personally, even though being more well off than some, personally, I'd rather run through we'll say 3 "average" axes over 5+ years for still half the price... Respect the dedication and craft, but sadly in today's age, most average people would agree bc most can't afford it I hope you continue to do what you enjoy and spread the positive lifestyle that is being lost, but in reality, it's gotta be more commercially viable and accessible to the majority

[@kingrafa3938]

That's a great looking axe Mike. Merry Christmas to you Mike and to your family!

[@RT-fb6ty]

Super video. Hand crafted tools and artisan makers.

[@RossInTheWild]

So fascinating! Congrats on your axe 👍🏼

[@oilburner8548]

Fantastic English made product all round 👏 well done everyone involved 👍

[@holts9596]

Amazing view in to that great looking axe you have designed an to joe making it a peace of art congratulations to you both an good luck on your journey

[@sydneymcconnaughhay5947]

You and your family are a joy to watch 🎇

[@VanForest73]

Making a set of primitive tool axes and hardening them is also very technical and skillful

[@asmith7876]

The forge work was of course incredible but WOW, the leather tannery!!!! What an incredible process! I'd love one of those hatchets, it could hang on the wall as art when not being used!