Would not recommend doing this it looks amazing but if you plan on using it they start coming out immediately ask me how I know. (Not my picture)1mo ⋅ landurf ⋅ r/Axecraft
Found axe head in truck inherited from uncle- is it worth putting a handle on?1yr ⋅ WinterStag096 ⋅ r/Axecraft
Was my grandpas hatchet from when he was in boy-scouts. Sadly he passed last year, and lately I have been kicking around ideas of how to restore this piece of his heritage. Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated 👍11mo ⋅ studmuffin998 ⋅ r/Axecraft
A good example of why 'fellers' got paid more than 'swampers'. Serious skill and nerves for this job!3yr ⋅ ObtuseBogan ⋅ r/Axecraft
Absolutely extatique about my new axe! The Norden series from fiskars is a thing of beauty! Composite head, hickory handle. What an awesome birthday gift!3yr ⋅ GearLegion ⋅ r/Axecraft
this might be the nicest looking axe handle I've ever made hung on a $5 axe head2yr ⋅ Timi-db ⋅ r/Axecraft
5lb Hytest Forester with a new Spotted Gum handle, I'm really going to miss this one3yr ⋅ AuCraftsman ⋅ r/Axecraft
Reprofiled carpenters axe to more effectively stick logs to carry around. Turned out nice1yr ⋅ DiscountRude4821 ⋅ r/Axecraft
Got done with roughing out some areas on the mill and had to check the weight. Only 9 oz and I’ll be under my target weight. Haven’t even started on the head yet either. So exciting lol1yr ⋅ Brraaapppppp ⋅ r/Axecraft
We're doing dumb axe things over here at Dumb Axe Tool Works. 💜2yr ⋅ Action_King_TheBest ⋅ r/Axecraft
i recently placed my most pricy axe order. got the small forestaxe at 13 and that didn't do much good for the axe. but i think I'm ready for the responsibility to keep the Scandinavian forest axe like brand. i do suppose this post has no purpose but I'm just so excited that i wanted to share1yr ⋅ Timi-db ⋅ r/Axecraft
Reforged this from a chipped antique ball peen hammer, was able to keep the original handle!3yr ⋅ Merunner ⋅ r/Axecraft
Threw some quick and dirty scrap racks into my corner of the garage, suddenly looks like an proper shop3yr ⋅ theforestkern ⋅ r/Axecraft
It's called the ugly tool. I've had it for over 15 years, handy old thing3yr ⋅ machining99 ⋅ r/Axecraft
Had a great time at the North Carolina axe meet. These are the new additions to my collection.1yr ⋅ CopyMan9 ⋅ r/Axecraft
All-or-nothing lot today. Unfortunately, lots of junk but there’s a few diamonds in the rough in here. Will keep me busy cleaning for awhile!2wk ⋅ tannergd1 ⋅ r/Axecraft
Found all these for $30 in my local classifieds. I think they are going to clean up nice.2yr ⋅ tonystark29 ⋅ r/Axecraft
made this diagram to show why 2 notches is more efficient than 1. No chopping technique is 100% foolproof and context matters.2yr ⋅ ObtuseBogan ⋅ r/Axecraft
Just came into possession of this through an in-law that passed. Looking at it I’m curious about the functionality of the curve?1yr ⋅ builderguy74 ⋅ r/Axecraft
Logo on a plumb hatchet. I steel brushed an old hatchet and found the name and a logo. Any ideas what the logo is?1wk ⋅ Beeman_67 ⋅ r/Axecraft
Great work Collins. Moving your forge to Mexico seems to have really paid off. /s3yr ⋅ Action_King_TheBest ⋅ r/Axecraft
This was my first attempt at making a Hatchet. Split a piece of 5160 leaf spring, and mated it to a piece of cast bronze.1yr ⋅ lonegun ⋅ r/Axecraft
My reward for helping my grand parents I tried to turn down the money but they insisted the axe head was half way off the handle when my grandpa showed it to me he brought it into his workshop got the head back in place then cut and hammered two wedges in it to keep it there all in under a minute4yr ⋅ Captain_skulls ⋅ r/Axecraft
So I've got a bunch of axes I've restored over the years. Anyone know where I can sell some of these?3yr ⋅ Mini14bandit ⋅ r/Axecraft
Needed a hiking axe but the local selection was somewhat lacking so I picked up a Vaughan 22oz half hatchet and a piece of hickory and made my own.3yr ⋅ Action_King_TheBest ⋅ r/Axecraft
Any advice for where to find handle blank for this Tomahawk? Please read comment for details.3mo ⋅ HuskyWoodsman ⋅ r/Axecraft
got this beautiful helko werk hessen for Christmas and im no axe expert so im wondering if i can burn the handle even though I put on an additional coat of oil on top of what was already put on by the smiths1yr ⋅ Thatoneguyontheroad ⋅ r/Axecraft
Here's the latest finished restoration. I went for a really dark finish. Thoughts?4yr ⋅ bilbo_snackins ⋅ r/Axecraft
True Temper Kelly Perfect. Refinished this rusty double bit I bought at an estate sale for $5 and hung a new handle on it. Gifted this to a good buddy yesterday3yr ⋅ reetardgenius ⋅ r/Axecraft
Did a little rust removal on a friend's axe; any history or info on Collins Legitimus?1yr ⋅ dandypants8717 ⋅ r/Axecraft
Testing 6 axes including Gransfors, Hults Bruk, Council Tool, Rinaldi, Ochsenkopf & Muller7mo ⋅ DontWorryAboutMyFeet ⋅ r/Axecraft
Someone is selling these axes.. anyone can tell me more about their design and purpose?3wk ⋅ tomer8375 ⋅ r/Axecraft
Broke my buddy's handle on his Plumb Jersey so I carved him a new one with Ash from my property. She chops4yr ⋅ BuckRafferty ⋅ r/Axecraft
Not quite axe but figure you guys can help: this eye is too wide for anything in the hardware store. Am I probably going to have to learn to make my own or there something that might work?1yr ⋅ gingernuts13 ⋅ r/Axecraft
The finished fireman’s axe, I’ll post better pictures with the stamps in it later.3yr ⋅ Woodworker2020 ⋅ r/Axecraft
Any axes similar in size and character to the Gransfors Outdoor Axe? Looking for options ~$30 to $50 cheaper.1yr ⋅ Nosk9000 ⋅ r/Axecraft
Is this a forging flaw (inside yellow boxes)? Just received this axe new, and wondering if I should return it...1yr ⋅ hip2bking ⋅ r/Axecraft
Spent some time bringing a few drawknives back to life. Time to shape some handles4yr ⋅ kreaturesleeper ⋅ r/Axecraft
My axe collection after one month of axe collecting. Total cost around $80 (two were freebies and one was new $20). Just waiting on some Boiled Linseed Oil to refinish the wooden shafts2yr ⋅ Asbular ⋅ r/Axecraft
Hit the jackpot. A Craftsman, mystery axe, Council Tool, and two Plumb hatchets. For free3yr ⋅ GnarledFox ⋅ r/Axecraft
latest set made by me. Both tools are fulltang. cerakote coating, micarta handles.1yr ⋅ VulturCustomKnives ⋅ r/Axecraft
¡Please Follow All Safety Guidelines! Especially the one about safety goggles. So, I made a new toy for removing rust and I have to say, for being less than $10 it works pretty well. It leaves a nifty flat bead blasted finish too. How do you dispatch rust?2yr ⋅ Action_King_TheBest ⋅ r/Axecraft
Just finished a handle for this old Collins Jersey pattern. Ash, 40. Riven, carved, finished with linseed oil.3yr ⋅ Growlinganvil ⋅ r/Axecraft
Just finished another piece. A little to dark, I've been told but it will do. (Also, I will say it again, I craft axe's as an art form, therefore they are not as practical as an normal axe)1yr ⋅ CristianAndrone ⋅ r/Axecraft
A picture before I drove the wedge home. Had these split on me before. I now hold the axe upside down and rest the wedge on a flat concrete floor. I then pound the butt of the handle with a dead blow hammer until it is seated! Works like a charm now!2yr ⋅ LaplandAxeman ⋅ r/Axecraft
Picked up a Elwell Yorkshire pattern billhook at a car boot sale for £3. Absolute bargain!3yr ⋅ ObtuseBogan ⋅ r/Axecraft
why is it the only handles that ever seem to break for me are 'perfect grain orientation'1yr ⋅ ObtuseBogan ⋅ r/Axecraft
First time carving a handle, 34 for my GB maul. Any corrections or read on the grain?1yr ⋅ hucklecat721 ⋅ r/Axecraft
Custom cold steel viking axe I did for a friend! Curved ash handle and willow sheath.4yr ⋅ AbelHandcraft ⋅ r/Axecraft
Found this in a barn and was wondering if there a well known company?2yr ⋅ Guilty_Expression_22 ⋅ r/Axecraft
I made a hatchet! First time forging an axe head and first time putting a handle to an axe, I will definitely make another one4yr ⋅ Djtcq ⋅ r/Axecraft
I forged a small spiked hatchet out of a hammer head. I have 77 hammer heads left.4yr ⋅ HammerIsMyName ⋅ r/Axecraft
I need some opinions. I’ve been cleaning up this 6 pound Kentucky flint edge and I plan to use it as my firewood splitter. What handle would you guys pick for this. I was thinking 32 or 36in. Bent or straight?1yr ⋅ pyromang1996 ⋅ r/Axecraft
A few months ago I put an axe in my work van for chopping roots when we dig ditches, best decision I’ve ever made.3yr ⋅ Stereoanlage ⋅ r/Axecraft
Stumbled on another page full of old catalogs. I think they are helpful to see the 'proper' names of various axe and hatchet patterns.2yr ⋅ the_walking_guy2 ⋅ r/Axecraft
Helped a neighbour lady clean out her garage and she gave me this Genuine Norlund Logsplitter as a thank you. I believe it's the original handle too.3yr ⋅ JoeyHamilton71 ⋅ r/Axecraft
It’s done! After cracking the first handle, I changed it a bit and now it’s better :)3yr ⋅ RogueFluff ⋅ r/Axecraft
Really need a brute forge to more or less finish this little pile off1yr ⋅ theforestkern ⋅ r/Axecraft
not the cleanest notch or the sharpest saw, but hey it works, and landed right where I wanted.2yr ⋅ the_walking_guy2 ⋅ r/Axecraft
My grandfather came by a few days ago and commented on my growing backlog of tools that I plan to restore, specifically the axes. Yet for some reason I came home to find a 4lb Craftsman on my back steps yesterday. He's an enabler.3yr ⋅ kreaturesleeper ⋅ r/Axecraft
The satisfaction of finally getting that wire edge after deciding to take the bevel angle down a couple of degrees.3yr ⋅ the_walking_guy2 ⋅ r/Axecraft
Smallest axe handle I’ve ever made. 7inch handle with a 1 pound head2wk ⋅ Woodland-wanderer24 ⋅ r/Axecraft
I have a wedge that likes to walk out. Head wiggles slightly when its loose, but I can tap it back in no problem. Any solutions besides just getting a new wedge in there? Or should I just bite the bullet?1yr ⋅ FollowTheScript ⋅ r/Axecraft
