Fantastic job you made of that, a cast aside hatchet head finds new life and with a piece of Ash from the homestead it cost nothing except time and patience. What a great and satisfying task. Really enjoyed that.
Thanks for this. I've just got into axes/hatchets in the last year and have got most using techniques down now I'm trying to figure out what works best for me. I've debated going all synthetic handles for hard use stuff but seeing this and not being afraid of putting in the work makes me rethink things a bit. Very well put together to the point video.
Single Bit Outdoors, the handle is still going strong, it's not the best by a long way but I do have pride in it. Warts and all. Still working well. On a little hatchet it's easier to get away with shoddy workmanship as the forces in use are so much less than the big axes. Thanks for the nice comment. It's always good to leave in the bad bits, makes it more use to others who might do it.
That axe head should be tight even before fitting, no gaps around the eye when mounting the handle. Always beat the bottom of the handle and let the axe head come up into it, I promise you it will. You do not have to beat the axe head down into the handle.
Yep, I'm not an expert as the video clearly shows. Seven years later my crap handle is still doing the job though. When it breaks I'll try and do a better job.
Lost skin on my index from knuckle to knuckle from a log pinch. Was performing a log slam with a maul that I thought was stuck.. about the time I'm over head the maul slips out. log falls to my hand, snaps shut and removed part of me. I learned that day. Not a force to be played with. Treat her w respect.
It was a while ago now that I did it.. from memory though, I had a working handle in about 3 hours...this was a first attempt so I am sure others could do it much quicker.
This video was made years ago prior to me owning a draw knife, you are right that it would have made it much easier and quickly but I clearly didn't NEED it as the resulting handle is still working fine to this day.
That was just a cheap metal folding sawhorse. It died. Sometime after the video now I'm back on a traditional style timber sawhorse. But if you type folding metal sawhorse in eBay you'll find them, about £30. 👍
Thanks David, sorry for the delay, I've been very tardy on you tube over the last couple of years. I'm not sure I understand your question. If you help me out a bit I'll answer it. Sorry for being a dim wit.
Hey dude next time you do this make wedges out of like 2 inch thick branches that's alive trust me it makes splitting long logs very easy and cheap because you wont need to buy wedges and if you get a wooden wedge stuck you can just make another. You just gotta do it to some live wood so it wont break as easily and in my opinion its easier to chop into a wedge and it will take a sharp small axe. I used this trick once after chopping down a small tree and chopped it into logs and when splitting it I got my axe stuck so I made one with a spare axe and hammered it in and it worked very well
@@maryandsam2 damn... great work buddy. I'm curious if it's possible to handle an axe, with only the axe head and a knife as "artificial tools", with unlimited natural tools like stone, so that I can make a quick handle while the handle is broken. No saws, but can use fire.
Proud to report it's still going strong. If you look through the comments I've had a few people tell me I had the grain structure running In the wrong direction, but it's still okay. I re handled another small hatchet sometime later that is also still ok. So I must be getting it at least close to right?
Haha, many times someone has given me a little too in the comments that I'd just not thought of! If you're having a go yourself leave the wedge end and the wedge a little proud of the axe head...it'll make it easier to keep tight or give it some extra tension until you are certain everything has settled down.
You aren't the first to point this out..its an old video, I've recently filmed a follow up stating exactly as you say, I got it wrong. Watch that one as well and let me know your thoughts. Thanks for watching and your comment. Consider subscribing if you can bear it.
next time before you hang the axe head on the handle soaping the whole thing in vinegar will take the rust layer off . Soaking the head now in anything but linseed oil will cause problems down the road. There isnt a heavy layer of rust so it wont make all that much difference based on how you use the hatchet. rustic cabin axe with rustic handle will accept a layer of surface rust. I rehab old axes for a hobby.
It would be preferable to have the wood grain oriented vertically rather than horizontally for maximum strength and less probability of the handle breaking.
True, and you aren't the first to point it out, if this were a full length weighted axe I imagine it would have snapped by now. However on a small hatchet it's been fine and continues to be fine even after several years of use now.
No hatchet licencing required in the UK. If I had it in my hand whilst shopping in town I suspect I'd be cautioned and have it confiscated, but in it's proper place it's not a problem. The same goes for knives which are Technically illegal - provided you are sensible with where and when you use it, no-one will ever pay any attention.
I've had a few people tell me I did mine all wrong, however it works perfectly and is still working, so I wouldn't worry too much, if the head stays on the handle that's all you need worry about really. Here's to so happy chopping. All the best. Sam.
What you did there, it's called a piss-poor job....That's not a proper hang. The long fibers of the wood should be paralel with the axe head, not perpendicular.
Fantastic job you made of that, a cast aside hatchet head finds new life and with a piece of Ash from the homestead it cost nothing except time and patience. What a great and satisfying task. Really enjoyed that.
+TheDiomedef16 Cheers Ian. Had no idea how it was going to turn out - pleased with the result.
Very impressive!
Looks like it's performing nicely.
Loved the log stove for your brew too.
Great use of resources all round :-)
very cool! Nice work Sam
Great little handle. The ideal grain direction for axe handles is 90 degrees to what you have there. Keep up the great work.
@joe ragman out of 10?
What a beautiful old hatchet
Thank you. Still going strong many years later.
Thanks for this. I've just got into axes/hatchets in the last year and have got most using techniques down now I'm trying to figure out what works best for me. I've debated going all synthetic handles for hard use stuff but seeing this and not being afraid of putting in the work makes me rethink things a bit. Very well put together to the point video.
Thanks, I think the video demonstrates that I'm not an expert, just a have a go hero. Hope yours works well. Mine is still going.
nice work. the wilma shot really brought the video together, loved the rough finish of thd handle.
Great video.Very impressed .
thanks for leaving the learning curve in.
Thought I'd best show it warts and all!
realest youtube moments. nice job yo
I've handled quite a few tools but never made a handle from scratch. Looks satisfying.
It was indeed, I've got a few now, billhooks etc, all sorts. All of them rustically handled but very functional. 👍
Looks pretty good, interesting you left the learning curve in the video, most don't.
Single Bit Outdoors, the handle is still going strong, it's not the best by a long way but I do have pride in it. Warts and all. Still working well. On a little hatchet it's easier to get away with shoddy workmanship as the forces in use are so much less than the big axes. Thanks for the nice comment. It's always good to leave in the bad bits, makes it more use to others who might do it.
Nice work bro, thats exactly how I want to do it!
+OutdoorLifeOfBrian Thanks Brian, love your channel, so nice to be able share something with you. look forward to seeing your handle. ATB Sam.
That axe head should be tight even before fitting, no gaps around the eye when mounting the handle. Always beat the bottom of the handle and let the axe head come up into it, I promise you it will. You do not have to beat the axe head down into the handle.
Yep, I'm not an expert as the video clearly shows. Seven years later my crap handle is still doing the job though. When it breaks I'll try and do a better job.
Lost skin on my index from knuckle to knuckle from a log pinch. Was performing a log slam with a maul that I thought was stuck.. about the time I'm over head the maul slips out. log falls to my hand, snaps shut and removed part of me. I learned that day. Not a force to be played with. Treat her w respect.
Yikes, that sounds horrific!
Hello from WV friend. Wonderful video ,UA-cam at its best sharing useful knowledge and entertaining all the way through thanks!
Thanks very much Eric!
Excellent work
Thanks Kevin, if you'd like to take a look, one of my most recent videos is an update on how the axe handle held up 6 years on.
'Wilma Shot' LOL keep up the videos Sam they are great :-)
+chefsolid Thanks...really enjoy making my little movies - thanks for the support. Sam.
Just pinched myself splitting bamboo last week.
I really felt that when you did the same!
Hey there! Yes it really does smart doesn't it. Ouch. Easily done but a definite learning experience!
Nice work !!
Thanks James, much appreciated.
@@maryandsam2 You are Welcome !! i am goin to give it a try soon , have several good hickory trees . Have a Great Week end !!
Nice job :)
You might want to try and find a four in one razor rasp-really helps with finishing up on a handle. I really bless mine!
Cheers for the tip Pete.
I found mine in a vintage barn/shop in North Notts, but I think a Canadian firm called Nicholson may still make them. Happy hunting!
Outstanding! Thank you
Cheers, hope it helped.
turned out pretty nice. Great fined atb John
+Turtle Bushcraft Thanks John, Always feels nice to bring new life to old stuff. Just subbed your channel - you are a pretty cool guy. ATB Sam.
Thanks for the sub I look forward to more of your videos
Thank you.
Saludos desde 🇨🇱 Chile 🇨🇱, goood
nice job Sam. just wondering aprox how long did it take to complete the job?
It was a while ago now that I did it.. from memory though, I had a working handle in about 3 hours...this was a first attempt so I am sure others could do it much quicker.
great video
thanks amada. glad you enjoyed watching my efforts
Thanks a bunch very good video
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. The handle is still going strong. Hopefully you will enjoy some of my other videos.
You need a draw knife for this!
This video was made years ago prior to me owning a draw knife, you are right that it would have made it much easier and quickly but I clearly didn't NEED it as the resulting handle is still working fine to this day.
Has that chunk of ash been seasoned? I have some oak fresh cut and I’m wondering if I can make a handle from it
The ash wasn't fully seasoned, I suspect you'll be fine with the oak, give it a go!
Love your work! @ 3:48, what is the steel rail system you’re using to brace your log? I definitely need one.
That was just a cheap metal folding sawhorse. It died. Sometime after the video now I'm back on a traditional style timber sawhorse. But if you type folding metal sawhorse in eBay you'll find them, about £30. 👍
@@maryandsam2 Thanks, friend!
awesome video,would it be possible to get the diminsions of the plow blade of that ?
Thanks David, sorry for the delay, I've been very tardy on you tube over the last couple of years. I'm not sure I understand your question. If you help me out a bit I'll answer it. Sorry for being a dim wit.
@@maryandsam2 hello my bad,my phone is smarter than i am,i got my videos mixed up,sorry for the inconvienance
Nice video! really enjoyed it an its inspired me to have a go, subscribed :-)
Feral Grandad Great, glad you enjoyed and are going to have a go. btw, you have a great channel name!
I would love to just find something like that randomly lol
Hey dude next time you do this make wedges out of like 2 inch thick branches that's alive trust me it makes splitting long logs very easy and cheap because you wont need to buy wedges and if you get a wooden wedge stuck you can just make another. You just gotta do it to some live wood so it wont break as easily and in my opinion its easier to chop into a wedge and it will take a sharp small axe. I used this trick once after chopping down a small tree and chopped it into logs and when splitting it I got my axe stuck so I made one with a spare axe and hammered it in and it worked very well
That's a great tip, thanks for the advice!
ouch! sorry I couldn't keep from laughing.
very nice.
Thanks, proud to report it's still going strong!
@@maryandsam2 damn... great work buddy.
I'm curious if it's possible to handle an axe, with only the axe head and a knife as "artificial tools", with unlimited natural tools like stone, so that I can make a quick handle while the handle is broken. No saws, but can use fire.
@@yizhuolin3906 it must be possible, I'm sure it wouldn't be easy but possible of course...after all early man did it without fancy tools.
I like when tool use is sped up idk the sound of an axe whittling something is amazing when sped up
Yes it sounds good.
I got trapped like that in my Opinel video 🤕🤕 well maybe not as tightly trapped 😀 How did that axe perform afterwards?
Proud to report it's still going strong. If you look through the comments I've had a few people tell me I had the grain structure running In the wrong direction, but it's still okay. I re handled another small hatchet sometime later that is also still ok. So I must be getting it at least close to right?
IM WATCHING THIS VIDEO TO THE EXACT SAME THING AS YOU I HAVE THE EXACT SAME AXE HANDLE THAT I RESTORED A COUPLE DAYS AGO
Rhineland pattern axe head.
nice. you left that in the video. a million others would have taken it out.
Nice job and thanks for sharing, I've been working on doing the same thing today using maple.
Thanks dude, it's still going strong, despite all the mistakes I made. Enjoy the process, then love using your handle.
use broken edge glass pane scrapers be smooth as a babies ........
I like the idea of that - will give it a try, thanks for the tip Bruce
Was the wedge you used just wood?
Yes it was, and still is. It did loosen a bit initially but tapped in further and it's all good (been in for a few years now). 👍
@@maryandsam2 ghee whizz who woulda though to use wood wedge, not me🤦♂️
Haha, many times someone has given me a little too in the comments that I'd just not thought of! If you're having a go yourself leave the wedge end and the wedge a little proud of the axe head...it'll make it easier to keep tight or give it some extra tension until you are certain everything has settled down.
@@maryandsam2 great advice thanks will do
The grain direction should be totally opposite to what you did. As closer you'll be getting to 90 degrees makes it stronger.
You aren't the first to tell me, you won't be the last and the still fine despite this video being years old now. Thanks for the input though. 🙂
Avoid runout from carving "up hill" by carving out of the grain, not into it. Think of always trying to cut down into the valley of a curved area.
Thanks for the tip - always good to get advice and a great way of remembering, thank you!
Impressive, I bet wilma carved it when we where not looking lol
Grain orientation??? 90° off ? The Stijl about 15° off not bad. Shorter tool not a big deal .
You aren't the first to point this out..its an old video, I've recently filmed a follow up stating exactly as you say, I got it wrong. Watch that one as well and let me know your thoughts. Thanks for watching and your comment. Consider subscribing if you can bear it.
next time before you hang the axe head on the handle soaping the whole thing in vinegar will take the rust layer off . Soaking the head now in anything but linseed oil will cause problems down the road. There isnt a heavy layer of rust so it wont make all that much difference based on how you use the hatchet. rustic cabin axe with rustic handle will accept a layer of surface rust. I rehab old axes for a hobby.
+Randy J OK. Thanks Rusty....I mean Randy ;-)
It would be preferable to have the wood grain oriented vertically rather than horizontally for maximum strength and less probability of the handle breaking.
True, and you aren't the first to point it out, if this were a full length weighted axe I imagine it would have snapped by now. However on a small hatchet it's been fine and continues to be fine even after several years of use now.
hi! what kind of wood??
+신진호신진호 Hi, The wood is Ash (In the UK Ash is used for all handling on tools). Thanks for watching.
I didn't know you were allowed to own a hatchet in the UK. Did you need a license for that?
No hatchet licencing required in the UK. If I had it in my hand whilst shopping in town I suspect I'd be cautioned and have it confiscated, but in it's proper place it's not a problem. The same goes for knives which are Technically illegal - provided you are sensible with where and when you use it, no-one will ever pay any attention.
Any kind
I want to make a Hornbeam handle.
Wait, Stihl makes hand tools?!?!
Yarp. They do indeed. Good one's.
I just made a handle for my axe head now im comparing mine to others see what I should do and not
I've had a few people tell me I did mine all wrong, however it works perfectly and is still working, so I wouldn't worry too much, if the head stays on the handle that's all you need worry about really. Here's to so happy chopping. All the best. Sam.
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What?
ur zipper is down
Probably cause I just took a piss.
Hacker
Weird.
What you did there, it's called a piss-poor job....That's not a proper hang. The long fibers of the wood should be paralel with the axe head, not perpendicular.
Why thank you kindly kindly.
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Lol, thank for the feedback. 😂