How To Sharpen An Axe (Professional Homeowner)
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"Give me four hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first three sharpening my axe" (Always prepare ahead of time)
-Abraham Lincoln.
Great quote!
@@BOOT But that has to be a messed up axe if it takes 3 hours to sharpen though 😂
@@mrkiky It was actually if I had 6hrs then 4hrs to sharpen But the point is, the more your prepared the less the actual work takes.
I felt little weird about it but this is my openion depending on the time it takes for axe to get sharp imaging 1hr or 2hr to reach its max potential sharpness, if you cut half or almost 3/4 of the tree and if the axe looses sharpness quickly based on type of hardness of tree you van re sharp it and repeat, you have to add time it takes to reat cuz u don't want to over do then for what your body stress capacity.
TLDR:
if ideally you have 8hr and sharpening axe takes 2hr and every chop on the tree axe looses .2%of its sharpness, you have to sharp it again and have to take break in between to reach ur max performance.
(Ik this is advice, but I always thought it as if done in real life these and other unknown problems come in way and your determination and planning ahead is what makes it through)
@@mbk0mbk your "tldr" is as long as the main comment, lol.
Pro tip, sharpen stuff when it becomes not sharp enough, not dull.
I have a dull axe. Should I file first and then use the stone to maintain?
@@qntw2000File until it's not dull bit sharp even, and then sharpen
Last time this video took about 20 minutes to watch and it was every bit as enjoyable. Cody truly has graduated to professional homeowner status.
He graduated when got dual alternators🤣
@@699hazard makes sense, looks like the math checks out...
I've been doing these things with all of my outdoor tools since I stumbled upon your channel a few years ago. My edges are now always sharp, and my handles are always silky smooth. Thanks, Cody for everything you do. Much love, and God Bless you and yours.
I love when people take care of their belongings like this, there would be so much less waste all over if this became more common practice. I recognize that not everyone is in a situation where they have the time to do this, but there are plenty of people who do have the time or money, and choose to instead buy a new one. My family used the same kettle for about 30 years, and it lasted because we took care of it, and we used it daily. The only reason we got a new one was because the old one started disintegrating on the bottom. We still use the old kettle for watering plants and filling fish tanks.
The old tree trimmers that I worked with did this kind of maintenance on everything, axes, chainsaws, had saws. Learned a lot.
I love that little oil dropper you have, sometimes you cant beat old school designs👍
Man I love your videos, not that I don’t already know certain things but you tend to give a little bit of a different perspective or do things a little different then we do and your ability to test and review tools and other household items you need when living on your own land is great for me as some of the things you talk about I’ve thought about why their designed the way they are
Thank you Cody! I’m sure I speak for most of us when I say that you are like family and we very much appreciate everything you do here in TH-cam land. Thanks for all the great content and thank you for putting in ALL the effort and time into each and every video. God bless you and your family and I truly mean that!
You know i love this short kind of content as well it brings a smile to my face.
He uses an East Coast metal polish! There is hope for us out here in the People's Republic!
I was just going to point that out lol.
I despise living in New Jersey. Cannot wait to move after college haha
God help us all
And don’t forget to lay your old boiled linseed oil rags out to dry in a safe, fireproof place in case they combust!
Pretty much the same exact steps my Grandfather and Father showed me.
Especially hitting the inside of the sheath, keep that conditioned to reduce corrosion of the Axe head.
This was so informative and straight to the point, we appreciate you keeping it real
Now in our modern time I can't find anyone teaching how to do things like this besides you. Keep up the great work and stay healthy.
Two thumbs up for a short, informative video that wasn't stretched into 15 minutes with unnecessary filler!
Nothing wrong with a more involved/detailed version of this video for those who have the time to watch but it's nice to have a concise version so people looking for a quick overview don't have to waste a bunch of time fast-forwarding/seeking the information.
these videos are great, no bullshit or blabla, just straight to the point!
What type of sharpening stone is @Wranglerstar using in this video? What grit is on each side of the stone? And where can I buy one for myself?
_when Cody is talking about an axe I tend to listen_
Beautiful axe
"How to sharpen an axe in 60 seconds" False advertisement! It only took you 46 seconds. 😉
If your axe is dull, that method will take 46 minutes.
It took us 14 seconds to get comfortable.
even better
He had plenty of time to say why you cover the edge with a sharpie pen. Many newbies will be confused.
Just a bit curious about why you use diesel or kerosene. I know with a wetstone like you would use for a knife you use water on the stone so I’m not sure why this is different. I’ve looked online for why you wouldn’t just use water and I can’t find much more than just personal preference. I could be totally off but as far as I can figure you would use diesel or kerosene so you don’t get problems with rust that you might get with water but since you’re using oil on the axe head I don’t see why that would be a problem as long as you dry it. Anyway, if anyone has an answer thank you.
It's oily and thin. Floats away chips/dwarf better.
Realistically, water is fine. So is mineral oil (depending on type of stone.)
There is no reason to use Kerosene or Deisel - Expensive, bad for your health, works about the same as a thin general purpose oil or thinned motor oil (which is still bad for health.)
Keep using water, it's fine.
Thank you for this video, very helpful
THAT WAS AWESOME! Best how to video ever. 46 seconds.
Thank you for your help!
Straight to the point! Love it!
So much packed into so little! Great how-to👍
You always push good stuff
Short and informative, as always a great video.
Thank You for sharing.
I ended up making a leather sheath for my beck pack hatchet.
Apply the linseed oil...60 times every hour..for the first 5 days...then every 5 minutes for the next 5 days!!🤣...I know you have a sense of humor !!!
You could slice the paper with a hotdog if you start at the center of the paper. It's wild that I started my axecraft journey here. So much to unlearn.
He has more care products for his ax than the average woman has for her entire body.
THANK YOU for doing these shorts
Thanks again for the tips ! I live on Cape Cod , I can't find those polishing wipes here . gotta go off Cape.
I find that technique works for other sharp edges like ice breakers and other tools I work with in odd fashions.
Thank you!
Great how to. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks
definetly gonna use it someday
I always just hit it with the angle grinder seems to work great and takes 20 seconds
I dont often ever take this much time personally, I just fire up my bench grinder, and carefully sharpen the blade. Dosent take much time, and I can get it very sharp. Also do this to my mower blades, agriculture tools, pocket knifes, machetes, everything.
Oh God please don’t tell me you sharpen a pocket knife with a bench grinder🤦♂️
@@kingstonlabelle6954 yeah, I do. What's your problem with that? It removes large nicks and chips from the blade, that's the point of sharpening. And they do get sharp enough to cut paper. what's your problem with that?
That was really nice and to the point. Thanks
What are your thoughts about boiled linseed oil for metal protection?
I was always told to do this by our horse farm’s blacksmith when I was growing up.
Good to go, Cody! Thank you for a proper TH-cam Short!
What kind of stone is that? and Where did you buy it?
Lansky “Puck”, you can get it on amazon and even some Walmarts carry it. It is cheap, usually $7-10.
literally here in 19 seconds.... how
That's fast ⚡⚡⚡
Sno seal ok for the sheath?
For those who don’t know (me)… why use kerosine/diesel vs water?
More slippery
please show how you stack your wood in those neat columns outside
need to do video about how to dispose of their Rags properly so they don't catch fire
Curious: What kind/size of axe do you carry?
Quick question, just bought a knife sharpening stone but it says to use oil instead of water. What type of oil should I use?
Depends on the stone, but generally mineral oil.
"..... it should tear through the paper instead of cutting it."
I have the same hatchet, it's incredible.
Where do I get a sharpening stone?
I love watching your vids. I only wish, as someone trying to wean a little of your knowhow, you would put a little information in the video description. Like where one can get a given product, or what its called at least.
This is the only criticism I can find for your vids. Awesome stuff, have a nice day!
He's probably got a hundred more axe Sharpening videos where he does that. He used an axe puck for sharpening, probably made by lansky. Boiled linseed oil from any home improvement store, obenaufs leather conditioner for the sheath.
Which stone is this...?
60 seconds on an axe already sharp.
I've got a harbor freight axe made from the finest Chinesseium. I would like to see that thing sharper than a hammer in 60 seconds
*I bought a granfors Scandinavian forest axe after watching your videos. Feels like a tool I'll give my grandson someday.
I am new to this. What is the marking of the leading edge ?
So as you work it on the stone you can see what you are grinding by the mark being removed. It helps you hit the angle of grind you want
I've got a sharpening puck, but the diesel darn near runs strait through to the other side.
It was also American made, so don't tell me it's a cheap knockoff from the other side
You have to soak the stone in oil to let it absorb the oil.
Ive been watching the channel for years.
I came here to learn how to sharpen my hatchet and I'm leaving with a desire to get a nicer axe 😂 something worthy of a leather sheath
When I try to sharpen my axe, it seems like my stone is being shaved off rather than the edge material. I even tried to bring down the angle of the stone and my edge but it still doesn't work (maybe I don't put in enough time?). I need help and guidance.
How often should I do that?
The sharpening is probably due more often than the wood and leather right?
Sharpen it when the edge gets dull again.
There’s no time limit or certain number of swings.
@@GrillerRohde what about the leather and wood
@@sketos_d
I oil my axe about 2 times in a year.
If you use the axe in wet conditions you should do it more often.
But I do not have any experience with leather.
Makes me a little emotional. Makes me think of my grandfather and my husband. They always smelled of kerosene or gun oil. Don't worry my husband's still here he's just working a lot. I miss him. Everyday.
molotow chrome first then a yellow ink wash or two and i reckon you could have had it near perfect
What kind of stone is that? Where can I get one?
What he use on sharpning stone? please some one guide.
Hey where can I find one of those little tin droppers that you keep diesel in? What’s that even called I can’t find one anywhere
Great video 💪🏻
Why do you mark the edge?
What stone is that and where can I get one?
Amazon or hardware stores may have them too. Lansky puck.
Don’t you want to avoid tools like axes and machetes passing the paper test to ensure the blade doesn’t become too thin/weak?
Can I use water instead of kerosene ?
What oil do i use for the head?
Pretty much anything. It just covers the surface to prevent iron oxide (rust) buildup.
I recommend avoiding linseed though, because its rags combust.
If it's ok to use kerosene (i thought very smelly Like diesel) are all non polar solvents ok? Like light naphtha (not very smelly)
Does it have to be gas? Can it b water?
Water will make it rust. Any thin type of oil can work. You can even use vegetable oil. Diesel or kerosene is just typically readily available to someone out on the farm or in the woods.
Always go by the saying “happy axe, happy life”
What if I have a huge double sided axe head and no circular stone or deisel
Good short video @WranglerStar
My favorite metal polish. Lol
These shorts are awesome.
I'm curious why use karrosen or desiel
Thin but still lubricates.
Not to take away from this video, but you should really soak the whole stone for at least 30min. Makes for a better edge.
Wranglestars new book..Things every man should know...just a thought with all your free time..hahahahaha
My you tube mentor..
Your book could be written in sections in the forest, in the barn, in the home , important things to keep in mind..behavior, moral, techniques, kind of a man's guide to life..from your perspective..
Just an idea
I dig your channel .
Thanks for taking the time
Never use oil on a sharpening stone. Always use water for the simple fact is you will always have spit unless you're dead then you don't need a sharp axe.
You can use spit in an emergency on a stone you use oil on. Remember not go put your oil-soaked stone in with your water soaking stones though.
Quick and easy.
When I was a young fella I used grandpa's old bench grinder, it's still a hum dinger but I'm more patient now
Big W!!! nice touch with the super shorts. Naturally followed by a 2 and a half hour vid! LOL God bless you and yours.
Why do you put the diesel on the stone?
Never used a lubricant in my stone. It seems to have lost a lot of grit on both sounds and has smoothed out. Is it salvageable?
You should use lube, water (spit), WD-40, Kerosene (paraffin), mineral oil, all work good with Aluminum Oxide stones (like the one in the video.)
I recommend water though.
And if you want to salvage it. If you have a slab of concrete that's flat, or some pavers, just go and rub the stone on that with some water/oil, it will flatten, and remove bad bits of stone. Remember to smooth the corners of the stone down too (45 degree on each edge)
What the 1st reply said. Also if you can't rehab the stone, I can't see why you couldn't but I don't know your situation, Pucks are absurdly cheap like less than $10 last time I checked.
that was express, but in point
Good form sir.
I need a stone like that
What's with the circles? All you are going to do is round your edges. A fine gives a better edge anyway. If you can sharpen you axe in 60 seconds, with a stone, it wasn't dull. You had a 60 sec video and obit showed a couple strokes with the stone.
Awesome
Can we get a video of you sharping your pocket knife
Yes, I'll do it for you,
Mark the axe blade with marker........for fun.
Why diesel?
Maintenance is important