The Camp Axe Show Down, Swedish, Spanish, American and German Axes

[@stephenwright3501]

I've been watching your videos for years and it's clear you have a script in your head that you follow, but having your brother there helped fill in some details along the way that you might have just assumed we knew already. And though you were pressed for time, I truly admire your patience answering your brother's questions.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are exactly right Stephen! I do assume everyone knows what Im talking about but my brother told me he asks the questions that commenters might ask. Hes quite clever! Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@robinchristmas6448]

Dave, you and your brother were a great team on this video, thanks for sharing! I will look for the video you made to watch again on the best way to carry a camp axe on a hike. Appreciate you for getting outdoors and showing us all the axe comparison.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Robin! We are glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@Nebulax123]

As someone who was alive in the old days and worked in the woods a cruising axe is a three quarter size double bit used to mark timber and for limbing. It was also my favorite axe. One side is ground thicker than the other to limb with and the other narrower for chopping.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the info!

[@markoda2120]

This video was filled with a lot of information. As someone with a lot of experience with axes, your impressions are very important to me. I learn from every one of your videos and it really helps me make decisions on what I should buy for my uses.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Mark and I'm glad you liked it! Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching brother

[@troybranaman316]

It was awesome to see your brother again Dave! My dad being a machinist like you . He made an axe head . He polished it to mirror shine . When he died I got it and have never put a handle on it. Anyways . I have bought cheap camp axes and have never really had much luck with them . I need to sharpen them more I think . I use a puck and sand paper to sharpen them then a strop . Great informative video as always Dave! Take care and stay safe my friend !!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always great to hear from you Troy! Man thats a tough choice. On one hand Id want to protect and preserve that axe head but on the other hand, if you put a handle on it and used it then it would be honoring his work. Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@paulhare662]

That was fun to watch. I just finished a couple of axe projects. first one is a very used Forest Service True Temper Flint Edge double bit that had one blade worn rather short. I hung it on a 24" single bit handle with the unworn edge facing foreward. The short edge sharpened blunt for dirty work and the front honed for cutting. Looks a little odd but works nice. The second one is my Dad's old childhood hatchet found while helping him clean up around his house. Its a 1942 American Fork & Hoe US Army hatchet. Hung it on a 14" Beaver Tooth handle. Highly recommend Beaver Tooth, they sent a beautiful piece of wood for this resto. Turned out great, still has traces of its original olive drab paint. Taking it to Dad's later today to show him. Enjoy Spring, watch out for all those tiny wildflowers popping up around now.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Paul, I'm glad you liked it. Iv heard of True temper but never heard of Fork and Hoe or Beaver Tooth. Thanks for the info and thanks for watching brother

[@rossclay3317]

Bravo! Really fine video presentation. There are a lot of folks out there that really need to know what is a good Axe for camping and backpacking. You hit the nail on the head with this video. Thank you always Dave. May your coming spring be a good one for you and your dear family!😀

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Ross, Im glad you liked it and man its great to hear from you again! Im sick of cold wet weather and Im so ready for spring! Thanks for watching

[@mattchaffin1133]

Thanks for another great video. An thanks for your brother for coming along. I would have never thought to do the V cut for a bed or even shelter set up. Stay safe and healthy and will see you in the next video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Matt and I'm glad you liked it! That V cut works incredible on green wood. It's not as easy on wood that's just laying around. Take care and thanks for watching brother

[@dennisthurman8161]

Well that was a great video Dave,and your brother did an excellent job filming and his questions were right on too,and I picked the Spanish axe too from what I seen you chopping on,and Nick's axe would probably be the best for heavy duty chopping because of the weight,but the Spanish axe was the best overall.Thanks for putting this video together and just an idea for future videos,maybe one showing the difference types of lights for overnight camping and maybe the ones with the best battery life too.Thanks to you and your brother and Nick may be looking for a new job lol.Take care and we will see you on the next one.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Dennis! We are glad you liked it. For backpacking that Spanish axe is definitely my number one choice! As far a lights go? Some are bright and some are dim but none of them have battery life like I'd like to see. But that is a good video idea. Thanks for watching brother

[@brushbum7508]

Great trip to the woods & axe demonstrations. Have a great weekend. TAKE CARE..

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it and you have a great weekend too!

[@GODANMEDIA]

Another educational and insightful Axe video Dave. Thank you. Looks like your family camera crew pool is growing.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it Brother! My sister wants in a video someday now. Lol. Thanks for watching

[@GODANMEDIA]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 that would be great. You’ll have to think of a catchy title if you out your sister in a video

[@timbryan9701]

Thanks again for another great show. As a poor boy I voted for the council tool. ;)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Tim and I'm glad you liked it! That Council tool can't be beat for the price! Thanks for watching

[@richschwartz8004]

What a great camp axe comparison video. I definitely learned some things and I'll be keeping an eye out for that Spanish axe. I've never seen an axe head that wasn't attached without a wedge. Thank you and your brother for taking your time to make this. God bless and stay safe.

[@FlyingAxblade_D20]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJLHlmeAhdhjjs0 1 minute, 1 axe, IRL guy using ax daily

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Rick! We are glad you liked it. That design on how the head is held on the Spanish axe is brilliant! Im surprised more makers havent adopted that method. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too brother

[@chipchaffee2416]

Your videos are always a joy to watch. You are very informative. I base a lot of my purchases on your opinion . Thank you for all the time you put into your videos.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Chip!

[@octobermoon9]

This was so much fun to watch and informative. I also appreciated Jim's questions during the experiments. Thank you Dave and brother Jim.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Bev! I'm glad you liked it. My brother said he likes to ask the questions that most would be thinking. Take care and thanks for watching

[@truthhunters]

Thanks for another great video! I always look forward to your uploads, they’re so much fun! Love the outdoors and enjoy how you make them exciting, interesting and informative all at the same time. Hope you’re having a great weekend! Can hardly wait to see the next one you put up!

[@truthhunters]

Forgot to mention, you and your brother were great together!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Lyn and I'm glad you liked it! I'm having a much busier weekend than I want! Lol. Take care and thanks for watching

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks!

[@truthhunters]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 I know outdoor filming has Its many challenges! It’s a lot more involved and difficult than many realize. As I’ve always said, my friend, you do an amazing job! Even on your videos that you weren’t pleased with for whatever reason. And, I love how you’re down to earth and keep it real! I’m not so much into the dramatized sensationalized survival and bushcraft stuff. I love it to be more realistic and personable as yours are. Thus as to why I (and many others here I’m sure) have watched every video you’ve ever produced, and only a handful of the other stuff! I’d rather watch someone (like yourself) who actually knows what they are talking about and wants to help people than someone who “mainly” just wants clicks and wants to sell products and be another survivor man! Lol Sorry your weekend has been so busy! I hope you get to chill out and have some down time soon! Blessings and thanks again! 😊🙏🏻🔪☕️

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@truthhunters Thank you Lyn! And you know me, I try to keep it as realistic as possible!😁

[@bayouflats5054]

Thanks for all the good info. I like all the questions your Brother brought up. 😁👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Im glad you liked it. My brother says he asks what questions he thinks the viewer might ask. Thanks for watching

[@geraldthompson6904]

Hello Dave & Brother Jim ,Greetings from the UK , ' Well so nice to see you out in the woods wheedling your Chopper around with so much confidence !!!!!!!!!! as always great video , and very informative, many thanks for all you do .

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello Gerald and we are glad you liked it! It's always fun being out there chopping. Thanks for watching!

[@vanq86]

Not sure how I missed this video, glad I went back through your uploads. Great video as always, now I need to pick up a Basque axe for my collection!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and liked it! That Basque is definitely the best of the bunch. Thanks for watching

[@terryw.milburn8565]

All Good Candidates For Camping, Thanks, Davey & Brother Jim ! Great Demo ! I'm Partial To Fathers Double Walters Bought Back In 1945 After He Returned From WW II, She's A Beauty & A Work Horse ! Hay Nick. Hap-E Shamrock's. ATB T God Bless

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Terry, Im glad you liked it. I have my Grandfathers double bit Sager, Im not sure how old it is but I love it! Thanks for watching and may God bless you too!

[@Squidtv-caat]

It’s been 10 years since I’ve found your channel bro I den joined the military an you an your channel grew crazy I’m proud of you

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you my friend! I'm very thankful for all my subs and viewers

[@adamstevenson2485]

Once again I’m learning new things from your videos. I really hope you keep making videos. Tell your brother thanks for helping out.👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Adam and we will be making videos as long as possible! Thanks for watching brother

[@andymkay]

Another great video, thanks Dave and brother Jim. They all seem to be fine axes.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Andy! We are glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@randycarter2427]

Hey David,great video man,I always like it better when you have a cameraman. Your brother does really well with videoing and asking very sensible questions at the same time. But the camaraderie and fun and laughter between you and Nick( Father&Son)will never be beat. I’m very sure you know exactly what I’m talking bout! Keep’em coming brother.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Randy and we are glad you liked it! My brother has a much Mora serious side. Nick just likes to have fun. Lol. Take care and thanks for watching

[@akeeperofoddknowledge4956]

Great video, Dave and kudos to brother Jim for his fine camera work and his questions and comments Really added another dimension to the video! Interesting and informative tests, btw.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! We are glad you liked it!

[@IntenseAngler]

Awesome video Dave! It was really cool to see you and your brother (ie: Executive Producer, haha) interacting on this one. And definitely some excellent and in-depth info on the camp axes man! 👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks John! I'm glad you liked it brother. I absolutely had a good time with my big brother along. Take care and thanks for watching

[@IntenseAngler]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 My pleasure brother! Really happy to hear that you had a good time man. Take care as well buddy 👍

[@brianlykins6663]

Great video, again, Dave. Appreciate your brother being there to help out. He did a very good job as well. I was trying to figure out if he was just there to film, or to make certain that you didn't abuse his are. lol I enjoy the way you lay out all the brands, strengths, and weaknesses, and then put them to the same tests.. I really enjoy your videos and the knowledge that you share. Keep up the great work brother. God bless you and your family. And If I missed your brother's name, I'm sorry, but tell him he's also in the blessings. Stay safe and keep em coming, my friend.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brian! I'm glad you liked it and having my brother along definitely made it easier on me! Lol. Thanks for the comments and may God bless you too my friend!

[@tricsike]

Very useful video. I really liked the intro of the axes at the beginning. Thank you Dave, Take care

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it

[@torsten4757]

Hey Dave, thanks for showing! Ochsenkopf axes are here well known to be a good choice to get 😉 Regards Torsten

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Torsten, Im glad you liked it. The quality on that Ochsenkopf is fantastic! Thanks for watching

[@pacificbushcraftandfirecra6358]

Extremely informative and thorough testing of those axes Dave! I love my Gransfors Bruk small forest axe! Thanks for sharing!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brother! I'm glad you liked it. I'd say pretty much any axe made in Sweden is going to be a good choice. Thanks for watching

[@kachiri]

I don't do axes, except for splitting some old weathered logs at home that got real tough and my chopping knife won't split them. But I will watch your video anyway. Big fan!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Im more of a machete guy myself but in certain cases its hard to beat a good camp axe! Thanks for watching

[@NorthGeorgiaSurvival]

Hey, Dave! Your videos never disappoint! One thing I'd like to point out is that the vids you are able to make with your brother are always over the top. It must be great to spend some time in the woods with kin folk, and he always asks really great questions, too! I hope you'll let him know that his presence is appreciated. This video prompted me to order up a Marbles MR704 boy's axe to try out. I've never been one to use an axe at camp, using a Condor camp golok for chopping duties, but I'm convinced that I'm missing out on a heavier duty tool and bigger jobs. Thanks once again for taking the time to keep us informed, educated, and always amused! Keep rocking on, buddy!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Angus and that's fantastic to hear that! My brother says you can't assume everything knows everything I show or talk about so he asks questions which he thinks folks would want to know. Very clever on his part. Very cool you ordered that Marbles! I love machetes but some jobs are just easier with an axe. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching

[@oferbechor1579]

THANK YOU Dave & Brother for the video - See you at your next one 🌲🌲🌲

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Ofer and thanks for watching

[@charlesknight3204]

Dave … Excellent video!!! I actually learned a great deal more about axes than I knew before including what I learned in Boy Scouts in the 1960’s. Also enjoyed seeing your brother!!! Thanks for the trip down memory lane!!! Me & mine wish you & yours all things great and good; take care, be safe, best wishes and God bless!!! Chuck Knight from Buffalo, Texas. 👨‍🌾✝️🙏🖖🍀

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Chuck and we are glad you liked it! Thanks for watching and may God bless you too brother

[@blueboy231]

Dave i have binge watched a pile of your vids. You are the best i have seen i learn something new on every vid. Love the way you use clips that did not go to plan. Most KZbinrs only show the clips that worked you are a breath of fresh air keep up the great work. much love from the uk. ps i have Subscribed.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and thanks for the sub! I leave everything in to keep it as realistic as possible

[@blueboy231]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 I love you stuff m8. im watching your vids all the time. they are more realistic than all the others i have seen. thank you for taking the time and replying to me. top man.

[@kenteschke628]

Very timely for me as I’ve been trying to decide on a good axe to purchase and don’t want to make an expensive mistake! Thank you!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you found it helpful Ken! Thanks for watching!

[@baileydillion9331]

Good I formation. I enjoyed your brother and his questions. You and Nick need to get him out in the woods more. Thanks again Dave you always give great info and make it fun.I guess ot could be called Miney Style😊

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Bailey, I'm glad you liked it. I'd love to get my brother out in the woods more often. He's actually a busier person than I am! Thanks for watching

[@cayuse-jf7eq]

another outstanding video us big brothers really like helping our little brothers out and the other way around good to see that family connection I always liked the Hudson bay ax for all around use as far as portability and camp use I might try the other ax just to see

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it. I love getting together with big brother when ever I can! Thanks for watching

[@robertbranczewski2454]

I don't usually comment even though I've been watching for years, today's videos was very imformative thanks for the extra effort , keep up the great work

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the comments Robert and I'm glad you liked the video!

[@oscarparedes5308]

Thanks to you and your brother for an awesome video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Oscar and I'm glad you liked it!

[@MutsPub]

Love it. That is like $600+ worth of axes. Not a comparison I could ever do. I use mainly a Silky saw. I carry a razor sharp Estwing 14" for splitting/hammer or emergency chopping, with a lot of tape. Duct, electrical, and (masking for band aids) on the "steel" portion of the handle for comfort, cold, First Aid, Repairs, etc. Very interesting and informative. Thank you.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Most of the year I'm toting a machete and Silky saw. When I'm out alone that's probably the safest most effective combo but during the winter I love a good axe. Take care and thanks for watching

[@doubled3983]

Hello from Oklahoma! Good Video! Interesting display. I've got the Cold Steel Hudson Bay. I love it! It's gone to deer camp for many years, And lots of camping trips. No complaints. It's very close to the counsel tools ax U showed. The cutting edge is a little over 4 inches. it would be interesting to know the length of the cutting edge on the axes U talked about. Thanks for all U Do! God Bless!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello and I'm glad you liked the video! All the axes shown had cutting edges 4 inches or smaller. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too my friend!

[@maikelnait1051]

Love axes. Have quite many, mainly from Sweden. BUT they make so much noise when used. So I use a saw as much as possible. Keep up the good work, brother!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Oh I understand. Saws are way quieter and safer. I'm glad you liked the video and thanks for watching Maikel!

[@oprophetisfake9482]

Thanks again Dave. Great information and demo again

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@kevinallen8072]

Great video Dave, enjoyed watching. God Bless

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, Im glad you liked it Kevin. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too!

[@GraciousKiller]

Great video, very entertaining with the commentary, y'all need a show or podcast.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

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

[@jamessotherden5909]

This was a very informative video. I've had my eye on a 23 inch Fiskars axe for a while now. But was hesitant in buying it because it wasn't a full size axe. Your explanation on how a camp axe is used , convinced me to buy that Fiskars.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks James! I'm glad you liked it. 23 inch is absolutely perfect for a camp axe!

[@mtman2]

Tho realize one inherent danger of a 1/2 axe IS that they're shorter and so closer to you and your feet when swinging = keep that in mind when using one...!

[@georgeclark7208]

That Basque axe had impressed me on previous videos and it impressed me again. I may need to get one of those.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

It is mind blowing! Im surprised more bushcrafters arent using one. Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching George

[@brianraymer5542]

How much is the Spanish axe

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@brianraymer5542 Here's a direct link to it www.lamnia.com/en/p/13322/tools/hachas-jauregi-basque-felling-axe-1-50kg-65cm-axe-curved-bit

[@georgeclark7208]

@@brianraymer5542 Website (Lamnia) shows it about $114, but it's currently out of stock.

[@georgeclark7208]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 Apparently they make a curved bit (like you have) and a straight bit of this size and style. The curved bit is less likely to get stuck in hardwoods they say. The straight bit is more for soft woods.

[@lewisvillalta2492]

Hello David you always bring excellent outdoor topics thank you very much stay safe out there God bless your life

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello Lewis and thank you! I'm glad you liked it and may God bless you too my friend

[@gigi3242]

Thanks Dave's brother! Thanks Dave! Great video, as always. Take care, be well

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Gigi! We are glad you liked it

[@michellehiggs60]

Love the way your brother asks questions. We loved the Spanish axe. 😁😁😁😁😁

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Michelle! He asks what he thinks viewers would probably ask. Pretty clever. I think that Spanish Basque is slowly becoming my favorite. Thanks for watching

[@grainplaner216]

very well thought out and presented in fairness to all four axes.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you my friend!

[@chrisjoseph3970]

your brother needs to be in more videos. he's very inquisitive and asks questions that the audience would be curious about too. it's an exciting vibe when you guys are going back and forth with information on the item

[@chrisjoseph3970]

your bro is hilarious too

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Oh I agree! He said I say a lot of things assuming everyone knows so he asks what the viewer might ask. I'm glad you liked it and thanks for watching Chris

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, he is!

[@chrisjoseph3970]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 thanks for making the video Dave, I really appreciate your content and you taking the time out of your busy schedule to do these. You must have cringed so hard when he asked who Mors Kochanski was lolol!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@chrisjoseph3970 lol! My brother never watched videos or read books. He just liked to camp

[@gunterbecker8528]

U videos r always worth watching, u brother added a whole lot of substance!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Gunter!

[@The-Armed-Pacifist]

When you slipped on the log, it reminded me of one of my dad's expressions. " Slicker than owl sh*t on a wet pine board."

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol! It was honestly that slick! Thanks for watching Rodney

[@codylayman199]

Reallybigmonkey1 I love your videos! Real world and informative. Keep ‘em coming

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Cody!

[@martinparmer]

Another great video David. Thanks buddy!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Martin, Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@sharonshaddix3287]

Excellent video, thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Sharon! I'm glad you liked it

[@brettusmcvet777]

Thank you for your videos brother! You’re kinda doing what your mentors did with you. Yes, we’re not out there next to you in person but you are still teaching like your mentors did with you. I just realized that. I’m sure they were a little more hash than KZbin could handle but hey wasn’t it always like that back in the day?! Lol. Luv seeing your videos brother and thank you!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Brett! I never thought about it that way but if people see me as a mentor then I am truly honored! Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching brother

[@peterappleton5213]

It’s damp and dark here in England and the notification of this video is a fantestical excuse to stay in lol, cheers Dave.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, very cool to hear that Peter! Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@REAPERMILITIAOUTDOORS]

All great axes an good demonstration fella's.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brother!

[@Jeff-jg7jh]

We had a Hudson's Bay axe around the house when I was a kid. We had big ol cotton wood trees in our woods. I would cut huge wedges out of them with the axe head. As a twelve yr. old I felt I was quite the woodsman.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Amazing how an axe can hold such memories from childhood! I have my own with a hatchet. Thanks for watching Jeff

[@jvanniekerk1]

Great Video Dave.. Love. It. Thanks for adding the kilograms and cm!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it Johan!

[@MICHAEL-lx5cy]

Dave, great video. Thank you for wearing safety glasses!!!!! I think you are the first to do so when chopping on KZbin...

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Michael, I'm glad you liked it. I figured I'd try to set an example on being safe. Thanks for watching

[@hyperboreanforeskin]

Videos help but best way to figure what axe works best for you is to get into the woods and swing em around. Great video as always

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Very well said! And thanks for watching

[@elorra1]

g'day dave and and big brother. Carpenter from Australia here but we have had little chats before. I was a great insightful video into the boy axes i like to call them, my grandfather was a 6 time Australian woodchop champ hes 97 now and i wish he could see your videos but sight isnt that good anymore. loved seeing you too together and the little questions he asks along the way. much love from David and Sara

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello and we are glad you liked the video! I would have loved to have seen your Grandfather in action back during his prime. I bet we could all learn about proper techniques from him. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching

[@gregwright392]

That Spanish axe impressed me over the others! It was the winner to me! God bless n looking forward to the next one!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Oh it was definitely the best of the bunch! Take care and thanks for watching Greg

[@macinfloydvolk]

Dave, loved having your brother in this one. I miss my brother. He passed away in a mysterious car accident in 1991. Not a day goes by I don’t think about him and wish we could do as brothers as you and yours are doing. Thanks for the video!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Scott, we are glad you liked it. Sorry to hear about your brother. That's gotta be something you never get over. I cherish every minute spent with mine. Take care and thanks for watching my friend

[@macinfloydvolk]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 I never miss a video since I found your channel and as a novice, I take your recommendations seriously. Thank you for everything. I’m next door in Alabama so I relate to the southern flavor of your channel and I appreciate it. Have a great weekend!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@macinfloydvolk Thanks Scott and you have a great weekend too!

[@True_Mana]

Great video you guys make a great team…You should invite your brother on more videos and show the progress/teachings by letting him apply it… also with all his questions his keeping it real and you on your toes 😊

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, we are glad you liked it. My brother says he asks the questions that he thinks everyone wants the answers to. Thanks for watching brother

[@disco0752]

Howdy RBM1 and Brother! Such a nice collection of axes and all kinds of stuff. Speaking of sticking. I bought a knife to cut up vegetables for dinner. On the video, the demonstrator was slicing and chopping and dicing. Anyhoot, the knife is way too heavy, it sticks in the vegetables and slicing is horrible. But my biggest fear is dropping that thing on my foot. So I used it once and packed it away for good today. However, your axes are things of beauty. Thanks for tutoring people. I remember that dull axe somebody gave me as a kid. Loved it but it would not cut butter, lol.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello and I'm glad you liked it! Lol, sometimes I think those demonstrators have better quality knives in hand rather than the actual ones they are selling. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching

[@eltenda]

Great selection of area and great video bro!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Tenda, Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@EdwinDekker71]

That Spanish axe is gorgeous! Cool video

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it Edwin. So far it's remaining my favorite axe

[@unfi6798]

An excellent lesson in using different type of Axes. You're a Legend mate.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you my friend!

[@66bigbuds]

I have that Council tools Hudson Bay axe. And mine came with the black leather mask. But I bought it back when it was around $56. I also have that Hults Brook Akka. Love it. That German Ox brand makes one that is so big, it looks medieval. Like the ones they used for executions.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

56 bucks was a steal! Mine was around 90 with no mask. I think that German executioner style axe is their competition axe. Thanks for watching

[@juanlucas983]

Always enjoy your videos!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that John!

[@Standswithabeer]

I have been pleasantly surprised at the performance of the Cold Steel "Frontier Pipe Hawk", which is an excellent chopper. The CS "Frontier Hawk" is a lighter tomahawk without the poll, and is a good light carver. The tomahawk's advantages of low weight and handle repairability in the field, combined with the low mass and packability of these field tools has been rewarding.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I've owned axes and hatchets but honestly never tried a Tomahawk. Thanks for the info brother

[@Gerwaldfried]

I agree. The Cold Steel Hudson Bay Tomahawk is one of my most carried tools because of its weight and efficience. For chopping really good with its relative long handle and thin blade. Greetz from Germany Oli

[@venturabushcraft5916]

Great show Thanks for the review Dave 👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it brother

[@moderntentcamping]

Enjoyed your video. You selected some great axes for comparison. I have never used any of those axes but I make my camp axes by hanging old antique axe heads on new longer handles. So, I enjoyed hearing your insights and seeing your tests and the results. I have been family camping in developed campgrounds for over 55 years and primarily use my axe to split firewood. More specifically, I frequently must split a large piece of oak or hickory firewood (18 inches long, 6 to 7 inches in diameter) into mid-size & small firewood and then into large & small kindling. Only occasionally do I have to fell, delimb, or buck a tree. My favorite camp axe is the size you tested. More specifically about 2 pound Dayton head on a 24 inch handle. You are right, everybody has a different name for varying sizes. For simplicity, I call anything 20 to 29 inches long a boys axe. Less than 25 inches is a small boys axe and longer is a large boys axe. From your accent, I assume you are from the southeast. I live in Alabama. Wish we could get together and talk axes.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks and I'm glad you liked the video! I love old axes but sometimes they sure are hard to find. I'm in North Georgia. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching brother

[@ianmickelwright4136]

Thanks for another exciting video! 👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Ian and thanks for watching brother

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

Thanks for sharing 😊 take care

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234 Thanks for watching Quinn!

[@Jez.Von.Franco]

The basque axe is my favourite, and I think it chops easier because the curved edge concentres the same force in a smaller area so deeper cut , that one’s on my wish list ( I already have hulfors and gransforge carpenters axe). Nice one Dave 👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Oh the Basque is definitely my favorite too! I'm glad you liked it and thanks for watching

[@redsorgum]

🎼 Camptown axes sing this song, Doo-da, Doo-da Camptown axes four handles strong Oh, de doo-da day🎼 Nice axes, Dave. Have a great weekend ✌️🇺🇸✌️

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

LOL! good one, and you have a nice weekend too!

[@MichaelR58]

Good informational video Dave , thanks for sharing , God bless brother !

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it Michael! Thanks for watching and may God bless you too brother

[@josephgeorgeejr7039]

Welcome back sir!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always good to be on here

[@jimhilstad5227]

Great video! I have a Rhine hatchet(new) and a collins Hudson Bay axe that they refer to as a boys axe. It is the sane style as your American exe. I have owned it for 52 years now! By far my favourite axe for camping. I live in British Columbia Canada.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Jim, I'm glad you liked it. Fantastic to hear you've owned that axe for that long!

[@BraxxJuventa]

Thanks for filming Dave and brother! I say the Swedish one. 👍😁

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

We are glad you liked it and thanks for watching!

[@billydodd8457]

some years ago i bought a transfers small forest axe. I have cut down trees up to a foot in diameter. I think I have only sharpened it one time. Thats my personal favorite.....And it is razor sharp, once in a while it will stick a little but not very often. Great video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds good to me! It's hard to beat good Swedish steel. I'm glad you liked the video and thanks for watching Billy

[@unclemike2044]

Hi, nice video, I'm going to look into that Basque axe, regards, Mike

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Mike. You'll love that axe!

[@unclemike2044]

Hi, the Basque axe is unavailable so I picked up the Hults Bruk Akka. It's about the perfect size for a pack axe, for my use, thanks for the tip, regards, Mike

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@unclemike2044 Sounds good Mike! That AKKA is definitely the perfect size for packing in.

[@mikenormandy9250]

Man, so jealous you got your hands on TWO of the old style council tool Hudson Bay axes. I am NOT a fan of the new fatter, thicker pattern on the 24” handle sport utility line. LOVE the style you have with the shorter pile and wider bit! And LOVE the Ox Head, Rhinelands are my fav next to HB patterns!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Council tool changed it? Ah man I hate to hear that! Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching Mike!

[@mickestahl6178]

I have most Hults Bruk in my toolbox for standard forest axes and for more special axes I have Gränsfors Bruk and an old SA Wetterling. For me it just because I live in Sweden and they are available everywhere at flee markets etc. What I love with them is that they all hold the edge very well and I have used them a lot for splitting wood and for carpentry work. The thing with it are as with all tools, you have to take care of them and keep them dry and sharp. Almost all ax-handles today is American Hickory but old axes from Sweden can have Ash handles, ash is hard but still very forgiving and flex just so much that your hands don't get numb when chopping hard wood for a long time. You are right about the north.. I live just outside the capitol of Sweden (Stockholm) and we are at 59 deg. North. and if you compare to North America You have Edmonton in Canada at 53 deg. North.. So we are quite high up. But we have the water around so we have less cold at least in the southern half of the country.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the info Micke! Very interesting!

[@christophersteingart2237]

I have a Stihl pro universal forestry axe. It’s actually made by Ochsenkopf and has a steel overstrike guard, with a special 5 piece construction to hang the head, which is virtually impossible to loosen or break. It’s 27.5” with a 2.8lbs head. I like it for winter backpacking and camping. It gives me the most capability to process firewood for its size and weight. All my camping is in the Rocky Mountains. In an alpine environment, the ability to process larger amounts of fuel is essential. It doesn’t feel as heavy to me as it does to other people, but I weigh more than 200lbs. These are important things for an individual to consider when choosing a camp axe that’s right for them.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the comments Christopher. Good points, sometimes a little heavier axe is whats needed to get the job done. Ive seen those Stihl axes online and I thought they looked the same as the Oshcenkopf line. Thanks for watching

[@christophersteingart2237]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 You’re welcome. I really enjoy your channel. Even the experienced have a lot to gain by watching someone else try different tools and methods of doing things out in the field. I really appreciate how your bushcraft videos are unrehearsed and not edited to make everything look easy. I also really appreciate how sometimes not everything comes together as planned and you make it work. That’s a level of authenticity on KZbin that’s hard to find these days.

[@Gerwaldfried]

Thanks for another fine video. The spanish axe looks very interesting indeed. BTW: from Ochsenkopf there are two axes named „Iltis“, with 800 and 1000 gramm heads, these maybe could have been better for the finer tasks. BTW2: German C60 is 1060 Aisi Greetz from Germany Oli

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it! I love that German axe but if I could get that smaller version it would be even better! Thanks for the info

[@mtman2]

​@@Reallybigmonkey1 YES = just 1lb lighter still with the longer handle...!

[@jongjoorhee931]

Great presentation, Dave and Bro. For pure cutting I like the Basque but I believe an axe should have the utiliry of pole to be a multi purpose tool in the field. However the Basque is a good cutter I think because it has its weight concentrated in the bit and of course, its unique edge geometry. Can't have everything, huh? My tiny nitpick is that if the Hultzbruk Akka has its weight at 2lb. 3oz., it should be right around 1kg. Keep doing what you do. I especially love that you are doing it with your big brother because I am in business with my little brother. It is rare these days to do something with your siblings.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks and I'm glad you liked it! The Spanish Basque was by far my favorite. I had a good time with my brother along. Thanks for watching

[@jeffrichards5106]

Hi Dave, great video. Nice axes. I have a Council Tool Woodcraft Pack axe and Flying Fox hatchet. I really like the Pack axe. Haven't had a chance to use the Flying Fox hatchet yet. I like that they have the hardened steel on the poll so you could use them for pounding in stakes if you need to. I also have a Snow & Nealley axe, they are made in Maine. It has a Hudson Bay style head on it. Can't remember either, if it's the Boy's axe or Camping axe. I had a hard time chopping with it. I think I have to put a better edge on it, plus it's very light so you really have to swing hard. Thanks for showing the proper way to limb trees, I never knew that, with doing a vertical chop also, appreciate it. 👍🪓

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello Jeff and I'm glad you liked the video! I've seen images of both those axes and they look great to me. I'll eventually buy more axes. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching

[@crawford323]

This is exciting stuff mister!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it

[@TACHILL]

You always been a master in my eyes with an axe! Im not too good with them as far as experience goes.. just not alot of use with em I guess. Awesome you got your bro out there with ya and he asks a lot of questions you two seem good together. Great video as always my friend!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm not the best but I'm pretty good with an axe and knock on wood I've never been hurt by one. Take care and thanks for watching brother

[@budwilliams6590]

You got me shopping for axes now. I have no need for another. I probably already have a dozen or more ranging from cheap to Expensive. My favorite is an old True Temper Flint Edge boys axe I picked up at an auction for about 5 bucks. I really want one of those Basque axes now. I probably would have pulled the trigger this morning if they had been in stock.

[@budwilliams6590]

Went to Lamnia to shop (they have good prices). Told them to notify me when Hachas Jauregi Basque Splitting Axe 2.50kg 75cm splitting axe, curved bit is available (seemed like the best deal for free shipping). Ordered a Hachas Jauregi Biscayne Pruning Axe 0.80kg 50cm axe, curved bit and a Prandi German Type axe, polished, hickory It is like the German axe you reviewed but made in Italy 1000G head weight and 23.62" handle (so it's a bit smaller than Nicks axe).

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, great to hear that Bud! I've got more axes than I need but I'm sure I'll get more. That Spanish Basque is absolutely incredible!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Very cool! That Biscayne is the exact axe shown in this video

[@JAB671]

Great video! I think that listening to your brother's voice gives you an idea of what Nick will sound like in a few decades. The timbre and tone of their voices and a lot of their speech patterns are very similar - your brother's voice is just a little more gravelly.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. Funny thing, my brother and Nick think and act almost identically!

[@deanoboland]

Another outstanding video 👍👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Dean, Im glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@outdoordauber]

Hudson's Bay was a trading company in Canada during the fur boom era. They carried both the blankets and that style of ax.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the info