The ONE Tool You Need Before Winter Hits - Don't Miss This!

[@wranglerstar]

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[@nontrashfire2]

An East Coast man knows that these vices were first made in 1941 in Chicago, IL. Which happens to be a North Eastern state.

[@sparky6086]

It's a "coal scuttle". You may call it a coal bucket, if you like.

[@creamysbrianna]

A more effective tool to remove that varnish is a curved card scrapper. But yes a pocket knife will work as well but slower.

[@Michel-7.7.7]

9:30 Nice safety boots

[@Trustme722]

East Coast man not color blind - Keep up the tool restoration series please. Its what got me into your channel a decade ago

[@bbond302]

Ditto

[@Jmwtime]

Ditto

[@thejacksonbentley]

Ditto. And moto content

[@xelanihc]

Another ditto here.

[@GregHartnett]

Yes and yes.

[@jccalhoun2904]

This man is an interaction genius…. Calling it black paint when it’s blue knowing the comments will fire off lol

[@jimromich285]

I have a filing tip for you. I was blessed to have the opportunity to apprentice under an old school machinist. I picked up on a bunch of really cool info from him. If you put a bit of soapstone on your file, it will help keep the file teeth from getting clogged as much giving you a smoother finish and it extends the working life of your tool by reducing "chatter". As you know chattering during any metal cutting process shortens tool life. Try it and see if you feel a difference when you're filing.

[@drivinolered5835]

Not repetitive at all brother. As a homesteader, just doing your day-to-day work and recording it as you go is, IMHO, the foundation of your channel. It’s what most of us dudes are interested in.

[@kingofsludge7262]

I agree with you

[@scotthealey1887]

Agreed, I would like a compilation of wranglerstar adding linseed oil to grain ends, telling us how important it is over and over again.

[@patriotpop2436]

West coast guys do have loose nuts too. This day and time anticipating what may soon come, repairing tools is going to be a must because to repairing or build anything one must have working tools. One may not be able to buy the most expensive and best tool, but buy the best you can afford and take care of it. I’m 75 years old and use many tools my dad and granddad used. Hey Cody , I’m and east coast guy.

[@UndreamedFool17]

I have missed this style of Wranglerstar!!! Thanks for the uplaod. I find it calming and relaxing, makes me want to go work on my tools now.

[@thomascarroll1916]

East coast man knows the difference between a tap and die 😂

[@podm98c01]

I always spray a little penetrating oil on my Scotch Brite pads when finishing steel with them. Works really great on aluminum as well. Just a little machinist hack from an east coast man.

[@r1ot1ng247]

Mrs.W must be proud her steamer is so useful in the shop

[@HeyCurtis]

"and the final thing is to paint the handle black" [Sprays blue] 😆

[@sketch2002]

Yea, trying to decide if that was a dig at someone or he's going color blind.

[@HeyCurtis]

​@@sketch2002I'm chaulking that one up to "comment bait". 😆

[@sketch2002]

@@HeyCurtis seems likely. Smart

[@ricksousa3932]

Blue is the new black

[@Stuart-er8qz]

Hello is actually colour-blind!😂ATB👍👍👍​@@sketch2002

[@josephphillips8104]

I'm not s regular viewer. Maybe 2/3 times a year I binge a bunch in one or two days. But I have been watching for pretty early on. And each time I come back, I'm always impressed by the increasing video, audio quality and shot choices. It's nice to see you ever evolving the quality of your videos.

[@luckypants8599]

Not sure what “coast man” Nebraska falls into. But strangely enough due to my background in flooring I found that the best tool (for me) to remove varnish is a linoleum knife. Due to the curved blade and stiff handle you get less chatter on hickory and less hand fatigue. love the videos!

[@andiprogshop3097]

Hello, Germany here. I have no idea what I was thinking, varnishing the handle of the axe, i'm so sorry. But jokes aside, i like the way you treat your tools. Watching you working is almost like meditation after a day in this beautiful but bizarre world. Halt die Ohren steif mein Freund.

[@4irfoX]

hello. switzerland here. i always would prefer a massive wood splitter than this helko vario. because of the impact-force of each hit. i don‘t belevie that the vario last for a long time with those 2 m8 screws. i bought the helko tassie pattern but not tested yet. if i hade the chance, i would buy a council tool splitter. i guess it‘s the best you could buy for a good price. bit in switzerland, we have no chance to buy council tool. my prefered splitter at the moment is the gränsfors splitting maul. keep on splitting and many greatings to usa and germany. halt die ohren steif! 🙏🏻👍🏻

[@Iwannagofast79]

Enjoy the tool restoration and the tools!!!

[@nicholasst5752]

Hey Cody, east coast trucker here. I have enjoyed watching your videos over the years. And while at times I am certainly envious of you. I always smile, because at least someone is living my dream. Always grateful for your knowledge and genuine joy for all things manly.

[@predictiveprogramming3760]

What about his fancy lil hats?

[@nicholasst5752]

@ I’m sure they serve a purpose, if not simply to be provocative to his audience. I couldn’t tell you, I don’t really come to you tube for the wardrobe selections. But I’ve enjoyed Cody’s channel since the common man’s tool kit and his workbench build. That first tool kit helped me get past the stress of buying “ALL THE STUFF “ people say you need to enjoy the hobby of woodworking. You really can get it done with a small amount of tools. And this sparked my love for traditional hand tool work. And that’s a whole other rabbit hole of tool snobbery that I don’t wanna get into in the comments lol

[@1boortzfan]

I love all your videos. My grandfather taught me that there's more to owning something than just having it. You have to take care of your tools so they'll take care of you. I would like to see a link to your knifemaker though.

[@G.I.JeffsWorkbench]

Nothing beats time in the shop fixing/ repairing something that needs doing, or just doing the preventive maintenance as you should. Especially if you’ve been meaning to take care of the project for a while. I wholeheartedly agree w/ Mrs. W, clean as you go. That handle might be tuned up with some water-resistant wood glue (e.g. Titebond III), clamped in a vise for 45 mins. or so. That end grain will soak up the glue like a sponge. Boiled linseed oil for the win. Yep, $300 for a 100-year tool comes out to $3/year. You get what you pay for (or you end up re-buying cheap tools). Buy once, cry once, smile every time you use it. Since you asked, I enjoy your preventive maintenance and restoration vids. & don’t find them the least bit repetitive.

[@TSGEnt]

Keep making. This is far more entertaining than anything on the TV. The garbage on TV just makes the BP go up! Your vids help bring my blood pressure down.

[@claywallen8109]

Little tip with Allen heads. A torx bit fits in Allen heads, and gets better contact, less rounded Allens from using torx bits.

[@whiggins101]

If you have a tap & die set, you also need a set of thread chasers. They are better for repair of existing threads. They reform rather than remove material.

[@TheDarth2010]

As someone who loves to tinker I like the tool restoration videos or any videos where you're working in the shop. I bought the Helko splitting axe last year because of you're videos and it is a game changer!

[@82SchoolBoy]

I tend to find the videos about how to keep tools in good shape to be of the most value to me. We are gearing up for our ugly winter here in the upper PNW and every little tip helps.

[@The4blade]

Ive been gone from your channel for a while but am glad to be back, still such quality content. Thank you and much love from East Texas.

[@pooyaaskariyanomran4040]

Hello Mr. W I'm your follower for some time now. Believe me or not your channel is the only one that I have the notif bell on. I love your attention to details and cleanliness. I would love to participate in your channel and join the group you have in here, but unfortunately, I'm from IRAN, and because of sanctions, I'm unable to buy anything outside my country. But know that you have my love and support from this corner of the world.❤❤❤

[@wranglerstar]

Thank you beloved,

[@jeremyarbogast5745]

Love these videos just wish us east coast men from West Virginia had the free time to take such care for our tools I kid keep up the good work brother!!!

[@bensnocker3599]

God bless! Many many men now were never shown many basics. Like tap sets. Love the little shop projects relaxes a field mechanic

[@AlexKost-tq6bj]

Great vid, so peaceful. Made me get up and go to the shop to get some projects wrapped up lol

[@CincinnatiDan]

Really enjoy the video and not repetitive at all. I consider it “practice makes perfect”.

[@LivingWithDragon]

Definitely have my vote to continue the tool maintenance.

[@Luke-sh6dm]

You know Cody you may be pride-full but so am I, and I’d just like to say that your time , effort and quality you put into your content has made me a better man who takes pride in my work not to be pride-full for my self but to do the best for my family and friends I feel I’ve actually grown with your channel and the help you give out and your time a patients is a beautiful thing and I’d just like to take a moment in the comments and say god bless you and your family and I keep you and all the men on here who try every single day to be a better man than the day before! Thanks !!

[@nathanrogers7652]

I like the lock tight stick i use that also.

[@alexroman7598]

Long time subscriber here and machinist in training at an oil refinery. Watching this video really made my day. Seeing you tap and properly use the tap magic put a smile to my face. Some guys at work don’t use enough and end up cracking bolts, threads etc. Keep up the great content Cody! Iron sharpens iron

[@unimog401]

that was a die

[@alexroman7598]

@@unimog401 he also used a tap

[@metalcien098]

I own 2 Helko Werk Axes. Both came without varnish. If you look at their catalog most of their tools come bare.

[@johnme7049]

Always good to have reminders about tool maintenance. Sadly many young men today were not taught such things. Thank you. Give the Sweet Loaf a hug for me and all the best to you and your family.

[@jonnybkuehl878]

Very nice sir!! Enjoy the small attention to detail you give to whatever you're tinkering on. Cheers!!

[@decoy3540]

I learn new things every time I watch your videos, even after years of doing so, even if you're showing how to do something for the billionth time you'll still be teaching new things and sharing new stories.

[@Knifeman270504]

I always enjoy your videos and happy to see that your still making the same type of content as you did at your old homestead site

[@BattleChemist]

A pleasurable restoration and fix, to be sure. A KZbinr with time... ... Indeed. 🤭

[@pauldegennaro7798]

I'm a long island, ny boy ..never to young or to proud to learn something new everyday from coast to coast.

[@jollyroger6258]

Suffolk County Centereach here

[@furrbearrapedmycat7223]

Good to hear. It is *too young and *too proud.

[@TimDorry-kr6cq]

Been watching you for years! Thanks forvtye content. I'm a minnesota guy.

[@Shane_O]

The red double angle iron used for round stock, made by your Grandfather, is so simple but a great idea….. I’m making one ASAP!

[@NyetNyetNyet]

glad youre doing better

[@DrAskildsen]

Oh, that brand stamp was the dott over the "i", makes me wonder if I can use the brass wax seals to brand my tools with. Thank you for this video. Prayers to you and your family in these wood fire times. Stay safe!

[@jasonmorphew4359]

Anything you like to upload for us to watch is fantastic. Thank you for all you do.

[@walkercustoms]

This video had a good Bob Ross vibe. Thank you.

[@brandong6242]

Enjoying the tool, forestry and firewood related material of late. It’s like the old Wranglerstar material that got me hooked on the channel!

[@smokey3333ful]

Definitely in my top three of all influencer. Appreciate the forward dry humor.

[@deleteddata6671]

Oh ya, he’s a legend and my favourite too.

[@Droids13]

I miss splitting wood for the winter season. Here, in SWFL, I might just do some splitting for the therapeutic results. Stay safe and God Bless.

[@Wotansohn68]

I really enjoy these types of videos; please keep them coming.

[@bryanmarks4070]

I used a splitting axe for ever now I use the Fiskers x27. Man night and day difference vs a maul. Give it a try sometime.

[@evilsean1]

Hey I'm certainly splitting hairs here but what you used to fix those bolts was a die. Taps make threaded holes, dies make bolts. Awesome video! Keep the awesome coming.

[@mfallen2023]

This was like a classic WS vid! This is your niche where you really shine the best, imo.

[@SpicySteve-tz2so]

"Clean as you go, just like a pro." Wise words Mrs. W!!!

[@harpintn]

It is good to see a you tuber that knows how to properly use a tap and die set.

[@bechtolknives]

Very interesting design. I wouldn't have thought that would be a good idea. However, my initial opinion has grown. Thanks for sharing, buddy!

[@tgrghostrider]

My grandfather would use aluminum angle in the vise when soft metal was needed. He drilled and tapped the top of the jaws to secure the aluminum. Worked great

[@quinnarendsen4208]

I love watching these videos!! Please keep making them!

[@deadpool8340]

Black Handle For The Win !!!!

[@Mrdjlimp]

Left the debate to watch this. Glad you’re here with the greatest content ever!

[@Jeff_C_2112]

Cody - instead of using a knife to scrape off the varnish/shellac finish - perhaps you could do a video about how to use and maintain a card scraper? That blade seems too nice to be relegated to varnish scraping duty...

[@Bo_Spurlock]

@wranglerstar East coast guys take a file to their woods knofe tp give it a 90° spine. That way you scrape with spine to make fluff for tinder or for a task such as yours in video. Keeps edge sharp and lasts longer. Don't go crazy just file it enough to have a sharp spine.

[@colinkelley7807]

Yes continue these videos, please.

[@jordanott5464]

I absolutely loved this video. feels like a throwback

[@tincankiller6454]

Good looking tools. My favorite is an 8lb splitting maul with basically a plastic handle that I have use for almost 20 years mainly on red & white oak, hickory and on occasion, Hedge, Elm we use 8-10+ cords a year. I like wood but sadly, one of the downfalls of wooden handles they crack, warp, break, require TLC but plus side they are easily replaced. Thanks for the video.

[@noahnewbury172]

You should do a video on the best way to store axes and tools to prevent the warp.

[@bobsmith9177]

I’d stitch a small pouch onto the axe sheath for a spare Alan key so you’re always able to tighten the blade up in the field

[@SpinnergeeOU812]

Good Stuff - Tool care is teamwork - you're helping them help you.. And thank you for using my favorite shade of black,

[@damienskead8582]

Thoroughly enjoyed that. thnx

[@glendonjones187]

Never tire of this content

[@Lonewolf259]

Hell yes, can't wait to start my stove... good luck fellow woodsmen. Cheers from Alberta!

[@aeric_]

When working with a Tap and die set- Never use power tools as they will just eat through the threads and mess up your work. Ask me how I know lol. Hope I'm not too late to put my two sense -you are absolutely right just feel the threads and go slow you can tell the resistance as you cut them.

[@bloodthorne26]

I appreciate project and general tool maintenance / upkeep vids.

[@ryanbailey6600]

Build a tool hanger for axes, shovels, and the like, that way the handles don’t warp.

[@jamesash7]

Cody was the one who taught me not to lean long-handled tools up against a wall! So built a hanging rack. Then another. Now have 5

[@removechan10298]

hahah your videos are really hitting a groove, nice, this is what peak proho performance looks like!

[@minnesota-hk1vp]

Yes continue!

[@philcryer1192]

holy fizz ,Wuppertal is an hour from me ,,,and wranglestar found me my next axe purchase ,Thanks

[@wallace3953]

And making the tools perfect brings good Luck!

[@alexthompson9403]

Thoroughly enjoying these videos.

[@davidb.3415]

Beautiful tool it iz.

[@JESSPOWBATTERY]

Keep up these videos! Proud of you for consistently producing high-quality videos.

[@TheTastefulThickness]

You can water down some Titebond III and let it seep into those cracks. There are even tests online showing that glueing wood together is stronger than the wood itself. That's what I used to do on splits like that.

[@trevorfife9241]

This is the content that got me into you many years ago. Hoping to see you fell another tree before you get to old my friend.🙏🏼

[@stevencadd8806]

Already knew the swede's head saying warranted hitting that like button XD. Always love these!

[@benbyers1041]

Axe content is the best 👍

[@BobbyFuregno]

East coast man here wants to see how your blacksmithing is coming along !!

[@00whitehulk]

Im envious of how organized everything is…i got a long way to go 😅

[@lukebrugnaraii751]

Looking forward to your winter videos.

[@GrimRZR]

Sometimes carb cleaner has some oil in it. Your brake clean works much better for that. Excellent job keeping my attention till the end and the black handle

[@pinetree9343]

I bought my Pulaski at a garage sale for $3. The handle was broken. I spent a couple hours removing the broken handle, and installing a $40 hickory handle. Sure, i understand people are laughing at me. But after the linseed oil, sharpening and cleaning, its as good as new. I use it every year. My handle ends ate orange

[@mattjohnson891]

Always important to oil your shaft thoroughly

[@BarryHull]

Cody, your toupée has been very stylish lately. Almost has a West Coast Hollywood look to it. Chic!

[@socketman]

I have that splitting maul/axe, love it

[@chrisl7511]

A tap is for cutting threads in the i.d. a die is used for cutting threads on the o.d. iron sharpens iron right, just info for anyone wondering. Threads are measured in diameter and either threads per inch, or mm between threads on metric. Say 1/4-20 thread- roughly 1/4" diameter, and 20 threads per inch. M8 x 1.25- 8mm diameter, and 1.25mm between threads. The basics of a tap and die set, excluding NPT threads. (Taper pipe thread). I'm not as familiar with that.

[@anindividual3889]

I like that tape/paper roll dispenser. I didn't know such a tool existed. I'll have to get one before my next big painting project.

[@harleynarwhal]

I can't speak for the Helko but I just can't imagine that it's better than my Gransfors Bruks splitting maul. I think you should try a GB maul.

[@699hazard]

Firewood season has just begun here in Victoria, Australia, We use a much blunter splitting maul on our eucalyptus hardwoods as an axe like head just gets stuck. And yes some gnarly redgum or stringy bark will nearly make you cry.

[@WJ1333]

You guys have some of the hardest gnarliest wood I’ve ever dealt with. I’ll stick to the madrone and oak I process every year.

[@cheddarpepperprepper57]

Thank you and God Bless you for sharing your Wisdom!

[@wilsonwong8176]

I love these kinds of vids

[@noahkrouse931]

In a world of throw away items and lack of craftsmanship I love these types of videos