Making a Mexican axe.

[@forjanatalense]

man ive been watching this channel since the forging a hammer in one heat video, and the content just keeps getting better! You inspired me to start my own channel tim, and now i have my own small comunity here in Brazil. Best of luck my brother, keep doing that amazing work!

[@TimothyDyck]

No way! Good for you! That’s awesome to hear.

[@DanoG_74]

Wow 60K subscribers too! Congrats!!

[@donaldmatthies6026]

Timothy That turned out awesome! I think you should continue to make axes from the old catalog. Thank you for taking time to build, film, edit and post this video.

[@alix-acb]

YES! please recreate more these old Hults Bruks styles, it's awesome content!!

[@Anvilbanger]

I have a poll-less ax such as the one you call a "Mexican Ax.". I bought it about 40 years ago in Panama. You can still buy such tools in the more rural parts of Mexico and Central America. The great thing about them is that the handle slips through the eye and wedges in the same way as a pick handle. The harder it is swung, the tighter the handle wedges. The handle never works loose or needs a wedge to keep it in place. I also have a small sledge hammer from Panama that uses the same type of handle. Never a loose handle!

[@almofar]

Amazing work!!! This style comes from Spain, the vasque axes "hacha vizcaína". The back is round cause originaly were made welding two or tree pieces: the eye is formed by a folding iron plate welded arround a central steel block for the blade-edge, some times an iron block and just a small piece of steel for the edge. The shape is completely related to the way of work, and the oak handle is fine and srtigth cause traditionally enters on the eye from up and is blocked by a thickening at the top.

[@snljames]

Your shop has the coolest aesthetic! old rusty equipment, black dark room, dirt floor and warm dull light. very cinematic! and really awesome forging lol

[@minnesotatomcat]

It’s amazing the power that just air can have to push right through a billet on your upsetter! What a great investment those were 👍

[@stevendelvecchio3721]

What a beautiful piece of work and craftsmanship. Love watching you work.

[@utilitarian]

What an amazing looking axe! I really wasn't sure as you started the Mexican flag design but boy does it look great - I love the wood grain is still visible!

[@JoeSmith-wd8ks]

That turned out awesome Tim , you’re a real craftsman. Thanks for sharing your work . Here in New Zealand we have a Canadian Kelly axe they are quite sought after . I guess they were made in large numbers to be exported to the southern hemisphere .

[@lastnamefirstname6700]

I love your style, and the way you forge your axes, but I would also be really interested in seeing how you tackle a folded and forge welded design!

[@TimothyDyck]

Forge welded axes are on the list!

[@lastnamefirstname6700]

@@TimothyDyck awesome, can’t wait to see that video!

[@murraymakesstuff]

Yes, do more variants and one-offs!!

[@boneav83]

Thats not just an axe, thats a work of art, proper craftmanship all round.

[@Z3pticon]

As a Scandinavian designer, i hate most kind of branding on the products. And i love your axes because it was so simple, and period correct. A simple T and then the year of the steel. So i am glad you went with the simpler version. But i still think your original T is the best. Anyone who owns one of your Axes will make sure everyone knows it comes from you. To bad i can never afford the price. But from a product design perspective i love how clean and pleasing yours are in their design. It is clearly a tool, but it is a well made and exact tool, that radiates quality. That is is why i started following the channel to begin with. My issue is with the hand made, hand forged rough aesthetics, and then an artificially nice and clean logo. Your stamped T and 1919 numbers look like it could have been made 100 years ago and i love that. I have to admit that i scraped of the laser branding on my own "cheap" Hultafors axe because i think i ruined the aesthetics of having a forged axe and then laser engraved perfect letters and brand logo.

[@cae2487]

Watching you shape and hang that handle and all I could think to myself was imagine if Tim had a guy who was big strong and talented and just so happened to go by the name martin to make and hang axe heads would be phenomenal. You made an incredibly beautiful axe with the Mexican pattern keep up the amazing work Tim you have really come a long way. I remember the channel with only 2k subs and have enjoyed it ever since.

[@fabiogiacomelli3410]

Brazilian axes also have rounded backs. I had never noticed the difference. We only use the back to split wood when you hit it but it doesn't split all the way, so you raise the axe with the "stuck" log and as you go down you flip it and hit the stomp with the back of the axe and use the weight of the log to split itself. Maybe they're designed like that to preserve the splitting stump?

[@TimothyDyck]

Interesting idea! Never thought of that.

[@rx323bug]

I think this is my favourite axe yet… that flag at the base of the handle made it perfect 👌

[@superfastwhatuppp6]

I genuinely enjoy, like whole heartedly, every video posted here. Your production value has gone up SOOO much is the past like year or so. keep the forge lit Tim, keep that baby RIPPING hot.

[@rca-in-glasgow6781]

It is indeed a beautiful form! I can’t help but think that poking the hole for the handle (like you have done) would be stronger than even the best welding. But you’re the blacksmith I’m sure yours would be strong either way. ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿😎

[@Joe___R]

It would be nice to see you make one of every style from that catalog. I would also love to see you make a copy of Biber Classic German pattern broad axe and their krainer broad axe. They are two of the coolest axes still in production today.

[@mdlipps]

Do more of those old Hults Bruks patterns. I love those old patterns and enjoy watching you forge them. You're a highly skilled craftsman and you make it look effortless.

[@EvelioPerez]

Dude, I gotta be honest. when your channel hit my suggestions I though it would be clownish and stupid, but then I watched your experiment with the laser scroll pattern and the powder steel and even tho the knife broke, it changed my mind. But with this one ax project, and for what is worth, you earned my subscription bro!

[@colesonchild]

I would love to see you recreate some of those double bits from that catalog!

[@ubbelo]

it would be great to see you make a "piilukirves" wich is also widely used in Finland as well. its a carving ax for wall logs, broad-bladed short-handled.

[@auroraborealisknives4019]

Love these old axe patterns

[@toblexson5020]

I didn't think the colours on the handle would look as good as they do! I'd love to see more styles of axes, especially more unique designs specific to certain countries or cultures.

[@minnesotatomcat]

I don’t know how you could give up coffee!! There’s no way I can deal with the rest of the world without a pot of coffee in me before I leave my house for the day!! 😂

[@TimothyDyck]

It’s so hard! Arg. 😞

[@richardlacroix9069]

It's gotta be like top of the mountain, train for years within a monestary level stuff. No coffee means I'm in a clock tower somewhere by noon.

[@mrbear8771]

Top notch discovery production 🎥

[@DMikeIlI]

Sir you got yourself a new follower, i really enjoyed every step of the process. and thats a really beautiful axe

[@Vikingwerk]

Beautiful axe! Totally want to see more projects from those old catalogs!

[@mikeburton7077]

Beautiful job ! Making different patterns would be interesting.

[@jonathanthomas8426]

You made a lovely job of that axe. Yes it would be good to see you do more of them.

[@dathvader82]

I think you should do an axe per country. You pick the style that is from that country. Stain each handle that of the country orgin

[@mikkelbjerkmann6856]

Hey, keep the series going, I really liked this one. Maby try out some of the Swedish or Norwegian patterns next! If you visit the HB web site there is section of old catalogues to look trough. The oldest catalogue is from 1884. Shuld be able to just search on catalogue once your on the HB site and theys should pop up.

[@devinhardy1832]

That’s a beautiful axe! The Tricolors on the handle is a great touch

[@paulogg600]

Could you please go over why an axe is shaped the way it is when you make a different type? Would like to know the purpose behind each design. Thanks!

[@moffichu9150]

it's a lot about weight distribution and general design. As mentioned in the video: flat backs make decent hammers in a pinch, and firefighter axes have the point at the back to help break through things like windows and windshields. hatchets and tomahawks are typically slim, because they need to be lightweight for their function - on the flipside, lumberaxes are usually wide and cumbersomb to help with the overarching swings it takes to split logs, since all that weight will help it push down harder.

[@IanZainea1990]

20:30 in the picture or seemed like they did a much longer edge grind.

[@michaelcherry3468]

Beautiful work

[@blondebeard6335]

Looks fire Tim, love your work!

[@jacobkoen8994]

Crazy beautiful axe! Great job!!

[@minnesotatomcat]

What year was that promotional catalog from? Love seeing any old literature like that 👍

[@minnesotatomcat]

8.9 down to 5.3 pounds! That’s crazy, I wasn’t expecting that much. I figured it’d come in around the 6.75-7.25# range when done, very interesting!👍

[@TimothyDyck]

I know right! It’s always surprising how much you loose from the beginning to end.

[@BogdanCh]

Very nice video as always. Although there are some very challanging axes in that catalogue, I would like to see the Tasmanian pattern being made. Keep up the good work!

[@shaunmclean5931]

Looking forward to this! 🎉

[@TimothyDyck]

Awesome! Glad to hear it.

[@craigbryant31]

Terrific video. Wonderful axe . Love your work always .

[@rossgraveley]

Yeah I leave the forge scale on it I agree with you and great video as always

[@Nick-Lab]

I bought my Hudson Bay axe before the boxes were a thing and i am kinda bummed out about it. They look so cool and really add to the whole presentation.

[@nishidohellhillsruler6731]

My Lobster axe is like that, best birthday gift I have ever given to myself.

[@Prompiriya_Pimsomboon]

I would like to see you create a weapon like the one in the game. "Wukong Black myth" would be a great decoration for your house.

[@coreyshortland2074]

I'm a full blown axe junkie 😅 this is awesome! Top quality, world-class forging. Anyone would be lucky to own it

[@johnnyho900]

Have you been happy with your lights? They look great on the video!

[@davidmech2956]

Brilliant work as always!

[@richardiancarpenter534]

Awesome video! Thanks for sharing!

[@jetshadowcrow]

More would be awesome, this one came out great.

[@Afisch00]

Could do the same thing with a CNC router table made for metal. Get really thin stock, like 1/16 or 1/8 and do the same thing with carbide bit. Then powder and a canister would work fine.

[@chrisoliver1327]

That was sweet! You should do more of the different styles.

[@toddrodgers5108]

That is a nice ax. I'd be proud to care it . Blessings

[@chewyakarieckenicholas6049]

Absolutely I think that it's awesome to recreate the old-school stuff

[@anthonystrunk5360]

Seeing more old patterns come to life would be great..

[@johnnyho900]

That was your best intro ever and Martin wasn’t even in it!!

[@sheep1ewe]

YES of course!

[@DisgruntledGrunt]

You should absolutely do some more designs from that old catalog. Also, make companion knives for the Blackhawk series.

[@almitchell7239]

More of the old Hulks and maybe Granfors

[@RYSSCANDVS]

_YOU SHOULD MAKE A MACHETE, NEXT._

[@hardmission666]

very cool. what a talented craftsman.

[@titouanmartin545]

Muy buen trabajo pero estas hachas se les pone un cavo recto que entra desde arriba sin cuña y normalmente se hace todo con un machete

[@nathanhawkins4108]

Yes absolutely 💯

[@virtusleather]

So sick Timmer!! More brother 🇨🇦✊🏻

[@wolfparty4234]

19:00 Tim right where you were rubbing your thumb, engrave “The Mexican” or “The 1900” “ Mexican” Or something like this.. but it should definitely have it in the other side of your name…💪🏼❤👍🏼

[@StrayWolfForge]

Definitely would be cool to see more old designs forged.

[@thenotoriuosbg7372]

Is the curved back a function of the method for construction as opposed to a function of operation. I think it looks like the axe would have been constructed from folding and forge welding the face together maybe even with higher quality steel for the blade end to save money and resources. Just a thought

[@exzendar2523]

Amazing work ❤

[@REAPER85151]

nice work tim thats a healty axe :) 2.5 kg 👍

[@timjk32]

you should make a 2ish pound hammer pole axe??!!

[@jakobskaaning7730]

I’m pretty sure this patter originally is a wrap around design with the edge steel forgewelded inbetween the sides

[@danbritton4766]

yes please take us on a tour of the history of axes

[@MrEverest09]

Another Beauty!

[@RedmanOutdoors366]

That's nice work man Wow 😎👍💯🔥

[@tm2357]

What a beautiful axe! Side question... I'm reviewing all my subscriptions and I'm wondering if you are finding benefit in yours? I've not heard a mention to it and if you're not finding them useful or necessary anymore, I'll move it to the cancel list. Great seeing your business grow. Thanks!!

[@TimothyDyck]

I absolutely appreciate your support as a member! Thank you!

[@brettsayers7768]

Nice axe, looks great.

[@gregconaway8198]

Out standing

[@keithallen8434]

Left field question for ya. Wouldn't it be easier to forge the axe head way close to or dead on? So that there is way less grinding seeing as how that was the way it was originally done. Because the way I see it they didn't have power grinders, yeah?

[@Ladyoftheroundtable]

Folded and welded would have been pretty common in the past. Originally because quality steel was expensive, or because you wanted a hard edge but soft body. We don't do that any more because modern steels are so good, and so cheap

[@heathbanks5755]

Anything you wanna make, we wanna see my man

[@Tyius420]

maybe you could stamp the extra bit you didn't on the axe on the the leather sheath Mexican 01

[@jaybachani1819]

That is a nice hammer. I am just starting out in blacksmithing and could really use that hammer. I just found your page

[@jensbarsoe5471]

Fantastic!

[@Gefionius]

Beautiful!

[@brodygarvin]

Hey Timothy I just thought of a good idea, I don’t think it has been done before and yeah you are the goddess of making axes, I thought of what if you made a axe out of tungsten???!!!

[@jesuseduardosalazararmenta160]

The mexican pattern is similar to the axes in spain more likely to the ones in vasque region

[@rogermarsh9806]

I was interested to see the fire started with wood. An old blacksmith and farrier I worked with lit his fire in the morning with screwed up newspaper and he made his coke from loco coal as the work progressed.

[@nathanroyer1844]

wow esta hacha esta hermosa !!! se ve espectacular :D

[@otterconnor942]

It would be cool to weld a high carbon blade between a, lower carbon, one piece wrap around it. Not sure if that makes sense. Metaphorically speaking, it's like a soft hot dog bun and a hard hotdog, with a gap in the bottom for the handle.

[@JohnDoe-sw4kg]

Hey Tim, I love the axe! I have to ask, what kind of leather dye do you use?

[@MASI_forging]

Amazing work 👍👍😍😍

[@AlBarathur]

To me, having a square back is obviously a more useful shape, because you can use it as a hammer in a pinch. So why would they have a round back? I think it was just to make it easier to produce. You don't need to deal with drifts at all. You have a machine to make it easier which implies you wanted to make that stage more efficient. They solved that same problem in another way without a press to open the drift.

[@seanstrehle6312]

I gave up coffee once I went death in my left eye 😢

[@d.noneyabusiness8523]

Hey Tim Where is the best place to buy blacksmithing equipment At a reasonably fair price I live here in Minnesota And I've done a little blacksmithing work in my youth And I'm taking it up again And I'veAnd I've bought myself a couple of anvils Not the best quality Cast steel at least... I would like to find some nice older Good quality anvils at a reasonable price but few and far between in my area And another question what is the best base to mount an anvil on I was thinking just a good old fashion wood stump..?Any helpful advice that could help get me back on The blacksmithing road would be helpful.!! 😇🙏✌💛🗽💯🌎🌏🌍

[@d.noneyabusiness8523]

Believe it or not it's actually hard to find a good quality stump just to place the anvil on ......😕😕

[@jonotis1922]

I've seen 4x4s or 2x12s bolted together to make an anvil stand, or steel welded. I personally have 2 used semi brake drums stacked with my anvil on the top. Has been working great for several years.

[@d.noneyabusiness8523]

@@jonotis1922 thanks for the tip.!! 👍👍 I like the brake drum idea, I have a few of those lying in my scrap bin, I might try that out. 👌👌

[@benotyourboss]

26:40 should have rounded the corners of the leather flap piece… would suit better to the rounded back aesthetics of the axt…!

[@JamesUnderwood-k6u]

Hello Tim just wondering where you buy the coke for the forge?

[@cae2487]

Just an idea for future axe patterns to try. If you look up the Mells & Nunney Works axe patterns. I think the Irish Coopers Bench Axe and the Newton's Wheelers Axe both have super awesome patterns that would really push you in developing them. Give them a look and see what you think. 🪓 ⚒️