I like how Shawn starts the video by saying he is no expert at axes but then proceeds to give expert breakdown of each and every axe in his collection. Well done sir. You are humble and indeed an expert craftsman.
Thanks for the education and advice info. Good to have it from someone who relies on such equipment rather than it being a sales pitch from a commercial seller.
Thanks for showing us your great collection of Axes and what each of them do ! We all know that you are very humble and don't want to say you are an expert but it sure looks you are ! Thanks again and hi to your very nice dog Cali too !
Thanks for another great video...and for sharing your dream, Shawn. Stay safe and in great health. My best to your wife and the rest of your fine family. Good Girl, Cali!!
Hello my name is Bill I am a huge fan of your Channel I grew up on a 51 Acre Farm and I find the information you share educational it it adds to what I already know and I look forward to the video you're going to put out on your Workshop I enjoyed the videos of your cabin build and I know I will enjoy watching the videos of your Workshop keep up the good work and have a blessed day
Great video. I've hung onto three over the past twenty years. A heavy maul for splitting up at my cabin. A typical 26" handle axe for routine work. And then my 14" camp hatchet. All I have ever needed. Though I have to admit I like looking at axes when I go to the various stores in my area that carry them.
Nice informational video for those of us who don't have your skills/knowledge. Plus The Phantom appeared and graced us with a smile! My wife is the same way, camera shy to a fault! As always, stay safe.
My favorite camp axe and hatchet is two 30 year old plus True Temper Tomahawks. The hatchet is 1.5 pounds and the axe is a little over 2.5 pounds. They were purchased as a matched set. A couple others I have a real Collins axes both double bit and single bit. I really like several of these Council axes of different sizes I have bought. Working my way up to sending the big money it takes to buy some European axes and hatches. I know they are worth the money but these Council Tools never fail to impress me.
I like that you talk to Cali... What a sweetheart puppy-girl. :) We talk to our fur babies too. Dogs understand so much that we say. Axes 101 with Shawn James was awesome eh! I agree they do that with axes and old anvils, its nuts what they up the prices to after they refurbish them...
I love the chopper 1. The mechanical feature makes splitting so much easier, the 5 lb. head part of the system. Of course I haven’t split wood in years but watching Shawn is such fun. I really like the sound it makes on contact. Shawn makes me want to get out there and do. My disc disease has other ideas, sadly.
Thanks for the tutorial Shawn. One thing you did not mention and something I use all the time is a Machete. It is great for camping for defense purposes. But I use it mainly for taking limbs off trees or clearing trails. Works great as a hatchet and much lighter. Would not go camping in the woods without it.
,,very nice Axes,, i enjoyed watching ,,love the Axes for sure,, thanks so much for sharing,, it is a joy to get away for a few minutes with you in your videos,,
Shawn, Yes, Toronto Blacksmith makes some fine axes. I'm a Blacksmith and have made Axes but not as a major part of my business. I make Axes becaue they are a great and useful tool to have. Similarly, a good "utility" knife is a must have tool. A good knife and a small Axe go together and compliment each other. I was interested in hearing your "review" of the Axes you use. There is no better comentary than from someone who uses an Axe every day. You explained very well the reasons for reaching for a particular Axe. Thanks for the info. I made a small Hatchet with a straight edge that works great for cleaning up tenons but your information will help me when I am designing my next Axe. I'll be starting my Timber Frame shop foundation in a couple of weeks. The Doug Fir trees are ready to Mill when I get back. The actual build will begin later this year. You are an inspiration. Thank you, ...............The Hero's Journey. Tim Cisneros
That Montreal was nice. Pop that on a 28-30” handle and you could use that for everything, except maybe grubbing. Use the hardware beater for that. You do nice work, man.
Mr James , my grampa. Has found ax heads in the woods in Massachusetts he has two but they are really rusty the wood is missing part and we have found iron horse shoes he has them displayed in his work shop !
Carolyn Gaulin You can pickle them. Takes away the rust while leaving the patina. I've done a couple this way. Rock salt and cleaning vinegar for a day or two. Melts the rust.
That Bearded Camp axe sure is a beauty Shawn! I will definitely look at one of those when the time comes. By the looks of the bit, you've put it through its paces! hahaha
What an informative video. I know it took a great deal of time for me to decide on the right axe to chop firewood which I use for my winter heat source.Trial and error can get expensive on the pocketbook. Being 5'6" and 70 years young, I found I couldn't handle the bigger axes so had to settle for a weighted Fiskars 23". Anything longer did not feel safe. Because of your video, I am now much better informed as to what to carry for my backpacking trips, so thanks so much for sharing your knowledge.
I love my gransfors Swedish forest axe, and their standard, small forest axe, as well. I have the norlund wood splitter axe which is a beast. A few jersey and ct pattern and a beautiful double bit collins that i re-hung. Nothing like a sharp axe sending dinner plate chunks off the timbers!!!
This is so informative had to do a 2nd watch on this one, very important info to rely on for safety and the right choice of tool for best results. Thank you again Shawn
Lol true i wonder which one she would've chosen for the job. I'm from MA and i've stayed at her home where the murders took place it's a bed & breakfast now. Many people don't know this but she was actually acquitted and found not guilty by a jury after only 90 minutes of deliberation. Whether she actually did it or not we will never know.
Lizzy Borden took an axe / She gave her mother forty whacks / When she saw what she had done / She gave her father forty one........ Lizzy would probably use the bearded axe, LOL......
a mechanical grind stone build? remember one growing up as a kid, used to love to see how fast i could get it spinning. that thing sharpened for a hundred years before i enjoyed it.
Thanks for the tips. I think I went out by chance and got lucky with the two axes I bought. I just stumbled on this video and I think I am on a good start. Thanks again and keep up the great work. Its always enjoyable to watch what your doing next. From huntin, cooking, building & your self reflection talks. 👍🏻
My favorite axe is the splitting wood axe that you have! Wow! I saw you and Joe playing with that and he tried it out and soon realized you don't need much swing to split wood. Haha.. I have to say you are very knowledgeable Shawn! I never knew anything about axes until now! Sweet collection!!
Hi again Shawn! Wow that's quite a display! I'm thinking the critters in your area should beware and go around your place!! Lol Have really learned alot from this vid. Thx again for sharing!
I've had my two Hultafors for about 30 years now, one long handle axe, one medium length and I love 'em. They take a beautiful edge and the heads are durable. Nice video Shawn, especially for those who are buying these items for the first time. Do I dare say I also own a Fiskar's splitting axe? The reason being twofold, I'm 64 and a woman and it doesn't get easier hefting those Hultafors, the Fiskars's head is jumk but if you don't abuse it and keep a good edge on it they are great for splitting small to medium rounds.
I have used an axe to grill live trees that I cut down for fire wood later. Do it in the spring and the tree dies and in the fall cut it down and you will have the best heat burning wood that you can get. Good video Mr. James
Hi Sean, don't downplay your video and what you explained and taught. I took away a lot especially since I'm in the market for an axe. I'm trying to find a Transfer Bruks small forest axe. Everywhere I've searched they're on backorder! Nice job on the video and thank you for your time and sharing like you do.
Good break breakdown of the anatomy of the axe, did not know. My small axe is in need of the eye splicer replace, the axe is a small for arm size and inherited. Still really like the axe you have with spring teeth , splits with minimal efforts, as Joe Robinet on a visit your cabin.
bloody awesome post as always mate.... i got a fiskars for my camp axe. i go camping once a month at most so i cant justify a big budget. but your video sure did show me the different options available for each situation if i want to progress, thanks shawn.
I have an old axehead...I think I can get 2 out of it...I used a file...tone on the edge is distinctly different...had to burn the wood off the steel...after 3-4 hrs of drilling and chiseling...fire did the job!
I got an axe & a few hatchets... nothing expensive, I live in a desert... But friends & family use them once in awhile & I use them when I go to the mountains. I prefer lighter ones so I usually use a hatchet.
Another great video. I've only ever used one axe & one hatchet, but watching your videos mames one wonder what axes you are using. Thanks for another lesson!
Thank you for such informative videos. Even though I am country girl and know about living off the land so to speak, I never knew there there so many different axes and uses for them. Of course I know about a general axe and a hatchet and I have seen videos on hewing but I never knew the specifics of any of them and which was better for certain jobs. Or really what most are called beyond an axe and hatchet. Thanks again!
another excellent video, Thanks James. I just wanted to let you know the suggested video cards didn't come up at around 1min and 5 mins. Thanks looking forward to the next vid
I really like the bearded camp axe. It's a beauty! I need to get a good camp axe, probably in the 18"-24" range. I've been using a Stihl from my local hardware store but the head is getting loose. Thank you for the informative video Sir!
Love the channel Shawn! Looks like you do some weightlifting and are in great shape. Or, it is just from working hard building the cabin and constantly moving.
One word for you: Fiskars. They are not the prettiest but they get the job done always and even after years in the rain. My grandfather broke his old splitting axe and bought a new one (fiskars). On the first strike he splitted both the firewood and the splitting log.
I like how Shawn starts the video by saying he is no expert at axes but then proceeds to give expert breakdown of each and every axe in his collection. Well done sir. You are humble and indeed an expert craftsman.
Nice axe collection. Judging from your cabin, you are more of a expert than you give yourself credit :)
Was thinking the same thing. Think you definitely qualify as an expert Mr. James
Michael Kreger ain’t that the damned truth.
It's refreshing to see someone so knowledgeable yet so humble.
Agreed
Cabin looks cosy inside! See your wife ventured into camera view for once. Thanks for that and her smile!
You ever think of teaching? You're instructional technique is captivating.
*your
Thanks for the education and advice info. Good to have it from someone who relies on such equipment rather than it being a sales pitch from a commercial seller.
Thanks for showing us your great collection of Axes and what each of them do ! We all know that you are very humble and don't want to say you are an expert but it sure looks you are ! Thanks again and hi to your very nice dog Cali too !
Great video Shawn. Nice to see Cali and Mrs Shawn too.
TY for spending the time to share your collection. Very informative.
Shawn and axes... Great way to start the week. Thanks!
Looking forward to the workshop vids!
Excellent, very useful video, keep em flowing
Always look forward to your videos Shawn they are brilliant and love seeing Callie such a gorgeous dog.🖒🖒🖒
Thanks for another great video...and for sharing your dream, Shawn. Stay safe and in great health. My best to your wife and the rest of your fine family. Good Girl, Cali!!
Oh what a collection..we have only 2 axes......what a niceSunshine with spring-snow you have there..It is spring!
Hello my name is Bill I am a huge fan of your Channel I grew up on a 51 Acre Farm and I find the information you share educational it it adds to what I already know and I look forward to the video you're going to put out on your Workshop I enjoyed the videos of your cabin build and I know I will enjoy watching the videos of your Workshop keep up the good work and have a blessed day
Great video. I've hung onto three over the past twenty years. A heavy maul for splitting up at my cabin. A typical 26" handle axe for routine work. And then my 14" camp hatchet. All I have ever needed. Though I have to admit I like looking at axes when I go to the various stores in my area that carry them.
Yes! Finally someone like me on UA-cam who has a couple axes set aside specifically for roots lol. Great video thx
Nice collection Shawn !Thanks for Sharing !
And, among your many, many, many talents you edit and mix videos....absolutely amazing pal!
Thank you for this video. Very informative.
Nice informational video for those of us who don't have your skills/knowledge. Plus The Phantom appeared and graced us with a smile! My wife is the same way, camera shy to a fault! As always, stay safe.
"I'm no axe expert" Teaches me everything I've ever known about an axe.
That is really an awesome collection of axes one for every type of job.
My favorite camp axe and hatchet is two 30 year old plus True Temper Tomahawks. The hatchet is 1.5 pounds and the axe is a little over 2.5 pounds. They were purchased as a matched set. A couple others I have a real Collins axes both double bit and single bit. I really like several of these Council axes of different sizes I have bought. Working my way up to sending the big money it takes to buy some European axes and hatches. I know they are worth the money but these Council Tools never fail to impress me.
I love that ending, cool nature sounds.
I like that you talk to Cali... What a sweetheart puppy-girl. :)
We talk to our fur babies too. Dogs understand so much that we say.
Axes 101 with Shawn James was awesome eh!
I agree they do that with axes and old anvils, its nuts what they up the prices to after they refurbish them...
Always interested in more information about tools you use. Thanks for sharing 😊
I love the chopper 1. The mechanical feature makes splitting so much easier,
the 5 lb. head part of the system. Of course I haven’t split wood in years but
watching Shawn is such fun. I really like the sound it makes on contact.
Shawn makes me want to get out there and do. My disc disease has other ideas, sadly.
Thanks for the tutorial Shawn. One thing you did not mention and something I use all the time is a Machete. It is great for camping for defense purposes. But I use it mainly for taking limbs off trees or clearing trails. Works great as a hatchet and much lighter. Would not go camping in the woods without it.
yah but not as strong as an axe also you cannot replace the handle of the machete.
Good info! Thanks for the videos I've really enjoyed them.
Nice collection Shawn! Thank you for sharing this with us.
My 7 yr old daughter and i love your shows she asked u do more about cutting firewood she loves watching shows cutting firewood
Hi Shawn, a video on how you sharpen your axes would be highly beneficial.
Shawn
Very nice video very informative. Keep up the nice fine artwork of woodworking. Thank you. talk to you next week.
,,very nice Axes,, i enjoyed watching ,,love the Axes for sure,, thanks so much for sharing,, it is a joy to get away for a few minutes with you in your videos,,
Shawn, Yes, Toronto Blacksmith makes some fine axes. I'm a Blacksmith and have made Axes but not as a major part of my business. I make Axes becaue they are a great and useful tool to have. Similarly, a good "utility" knife is a must have tool. A good knife and a small Axe go together and compliment each other. I was interested in hearing your "review" of the Axes you use. There is no better comentary than from someone who uses an Axe every day. You explained very well the reasons for reaching for a particular Axe. Thanks for the info. I made a small Hatchet with a straight edge that works great for cleaning up tenons but your information will help me when I am designing my next Axe. I'll be starting my Timber Frame shop foundation in a couple of weeks. The Doug Fir trees are ready to Mill when I get back. The actual build will begin later this year. You are an inspiration. Thank you, ...............The Hero's Journey. Tim Cisneros
ua-cam.com/video/yWi0BNmRShU/v-deo.html
That Montreal was nice. Pop that on a 28-30” handle and you could use that for everything, except maybe grubbing. Use the hardware beater for that. You do nice work, man.
Really enjoyed that, thanks. am looking forward to the workshop. :)
Mr James , my grampa. Has found ax heads in the woods in Massachusetts he has two but they are really rusty the wood is missing part and we have found iron horse shoes he has them displayed in his work shop !
Carolyn Gaulin You can pickle them. Takes away the rust while leaving the patina. I've done a couple this way. Rock salt and cleaning vinegar for a day or two. Melts the rust.
Carolyn Gaulin awesome
Really like that TO axe
That Bearded Camp axe sure is a beauty Shawn! I will definitely look at one of those when the time comes. By the looks of the bit, you've put it through its paces! hahaha
Matthew Harris he should do a repair/profile fix video.
What an informative video. I know it took a great deal of time for me to decide on the right axe to chop firewood which I use for my winter heat source.Trial and error can get expensive on the pocketbook. Being 5'6" and 70 years young, I found I couldn't handle the bigger axes so had to settle for a weighted Fiskars 23". Anything longer did not feel safe. Because of your video, I am now much better informed as to what to carry for my backpacking trips, so thanks so much for sharing your knowledge.
I love my gransfors Swedish forest axe, and their standard, small forest axe, as well. I have the norlund wood splitter axe which is a beast. A few jersey and ct pattern and a beautiful double bit collins that i re-hung.
Nothing like a sharp axe sending dinner plate chunks off the timbers!!!
Good advices thnx. The Gränsfors and Hultafors axes are from Sweden not so far from my home. Thnx for creating great videos!!
This is so informative had to do a 2nd watch on this one, very important info to rely on for safety and the right choice of tool for best results.
Thank you again Shawn
Awesome video Shawn. Do one on your copper pots
Ouch....that's a nice couple of chips on your carpenters axe. You've got some sharpening work ahead of you there Shawn
Yes I was wondering how he managed that.
Lizzy Borden would be so proud ....! :) Greetings from sunny Southern California!
Lol true i wonder which one she would've chosen for the job. I'm from MA and i've stayed at her home where the murders took place it's a bed & breakfast now. Many people don't know this but she was actually acquitted and found not guilty by a jury after only 90 minutes of deliberation. Whether she actually did it or not we will never know.
Never any solid reason to think she did it. The police gave her laudanum (opium) and then arrested her for giving confused answers. Well, duh!
Lizzy Borden took an axe / She gave her mother forty whacks / When she saw what she had done / She gave her father forty one........ Lizzy would probably use the bearded axe, LOL......
a mechanical grind stone build? remember one growing up as a kid, used to love to see how fast i could get it spinning. that thing sharpened for a hundred years before i enjoyed it.
Thanks for this video...I was very curious about your tools.
Thanks for the tips. I think I went out by chance and got lucky with the two axes I bought. I just stumbled on this video and I think I am on a good start. Thanks again and keep up the great work. Its always enjoyable to watch what your doing next. From huntin, cooking, building & your self reflection talks. 👍🏻
My favorite axe is the splitting wood axe that you have! Wow! I saw you and Joe playing with that and he tried it out and soon realized you don't need much swing to split wood. Haha.. I have to say you are very knowledgeable Shawn! I never knew anything about axes until now! Sweet collection!!
Hi again Shawn! Wow that's quite a display! I'm thinking the critters in your area should beware and go around your place!! Lol Have really learned alot from this vid. Thx again for sharing!
Looks like the bearded camp axe has some serious notches in the blade.
I like the dog, Cali is awesome!
Thanks again for the video......JJ...
I've had my two Hultafors for about 30 years now, one long handle axe, one medium length and I love 'em. They take a beautiful edge and the heads are durable. Nice video Shawn, especially for those who are buying these items for the first time. Do I dare say I also own a Fiskar's splitting axe? The reason being twofold, I'm 64 and a woman and it doesn't get easier hefting those Hultafors, the Fiskars's head is jumk but if you don't abuse it and keep a good edge on it they are great for splitting small to medium rounds.
Good video, really love that closing shot.
I have used an axe to grill live trees that I cut down for fire wood later. Do it in the spring and the tree dies and in the fall cut it down and you will have the best heat burning wood that you can get. Good video Mr. James
Girdling the tree is workable, but I'd choose a tree tilting in a safe direction- it may not wait to come down!
If the tree is unsafe, I would not bother, but I do like the fire wood produced from using that method.
I'm no expert on experts, but you are as expert in the field of axes as they come. Great info!
Hi Sean, don't downplay your video and what you explained and taught. I took away a lot especially since I'm in the market for an axe. I'm trying to find a Transfer Bruks small forest axe. Everywhere I've searched they're on backorder! Nice job on the video and thank you for your time and sharing like you do.
Good break breakdown of the anatomy of the axe, did not know.
My small axe is in need of the eye splicer replace, the axe is a small for arm size and inherited.
Still really like the axe you have with spring teeth , splits with minimal efforts, as Joe Robinet on a visit your cabin.
bloody awesome post as always mate.... i got a fiskars for my camp axe. i go camping once a month at most so i cant justify a big budget. but your video sure did show me the different options available for each situation if i want to progress, thanks shawn.
That 1st axe is beautiful !
I may have to look into getting one...don't need another axe but I have the bug for them.
Very interesting. I had a good splitting maul ax when I had a fireplace with a wood stove insert. It made quick work of splitting kindling.
Very informative. Thank you for sharing with us.
I have an old axehead...I think I can get 2 out of it...I used a file...tone on the edge is distinctly different...had to burn the wood off the steel...after 3-4 hrs of drilling and chiseling...fire did the job!
That bearded axe looks amazing! Great video as always :)
Looks like momma is stealing your dog. Love Cali
I love axes, no nothing about them so thank you, but I do know how too use em‼️
Forget the axes, that hat rocks!
Tilley Outback yeah?
I have 2.
Fanta mystic hats dude👌🏻😎
Thanks for posting. Cali managed to get into the video.
Interesting video Shawn.
Thank You Shawn All The Best G
"There's nothing like a good piece of hickory" - Pale Rider
am your great admirer from the Czech Republic. At the same time, you give advice.
Very informative! Thanks Shawn!
I got an axe & a few hatchets... nothing expensive, I live in a desert... But friends & family use them once in awhile & I use them when I go to the mountains. I prefer lighter ones so I usually use a hatchet.
Oh yeah!
Thx for the axe breakdown... didn't know all thoz terms for different axe parts!
Good informative video.Always quality.
Thanks very much Shaun .......damn they don’t have any in stock !
Could you do video like this but for knives? Thanks! God bless!
He did this before in a previous video. Here's the link he goes over his knives about 17 minutes in. ua-cam.com/video/Z7-O3EqnmZ0/v-deo.html
+1 for a knife video. Would be good to even get a review of a few.
Buy Helle!
A excellent lesson . Only if I could put in word's what you're video's mean and do for me . 👍👍✌
Thank you Shawn...
Another great video. I've only ever used one axe & one hatchet, but watching your videos mames one wonder what axes you are using. Thanks for another lesson!
Hello James and Cali! I had no idea there are so many different kinds of axes!
Very interesting. Thanks
The first thing I noticed is the BEAUTIFUL film quality. Also, my wife said the axe was pretty. She has never said that about any of my axes before. 😔
Brilliant stuff greetings from Poland :)
man i love that torontoblacksmith axe you got def gonna be buying a an from him
Thank you for such informative videos. Even though I am country girl and know about living off the land so to speak, I never knew there there so many different axes and uses for them. Of course I know about a general axe and a hatchet and I have seen videos on hewing but I never knew the specifics of any of them and which was better for certain jobs. Or really what most are called beyond an axe and hatchet. Thanks again!
Starting to get some pretty serious guns on you boss!
Nice collection. And yeah, the hewing ax definitely has that cool look factor. Thanks for the lesson on the ax anatomy as well.
An axe for every occasion 👍
Thanks great video. I hope you do a knife video soon too.
Thank you! I've been wondering about this.
another excellent video, Thanks James. I just wanted to let you know the suggested video cards didn't come up at around 1min and 5 mins. Thanks looking forward to the next vid
I really like the bearded camp axe. It's a beauty! I need to get a good camp axe, probably in the 18"-24" range. I've been using a Stihl from my local hardware store but the head is getting loose. Thank you for the informative video Sir!
Could you please do a video on the barn/log auger drill you have? Thank you very much in advance!
Love the channel Shawn! Looks like you do some weightlifting and are in great shape. Or, it is just from working hard building the cabin and constantly moving.
One word for you: Fiskars. They are not the prettiest but they get the job done always and even after years in the rain. My grandfather broke his old splitting axe and bought a new one (fiskars). On the first strike he splitted both the firewood and the splitting log.
Good video man, I'd recommend this to anyone who needs to go in the right direction. Mrs Reliance sneaking in there for some face time I see. -)
Lol