IMO the 24" handles are probably the measurement of the handles before they are custom fitted to the head and wooden wedge inserted. After, whatever is sticking over the top, which is the the excess, would be trimmed off and then the metal wedge inserted .
I wanted to get one if these in the EU but they are hard to come by. Wrote to Lamnia about this, hopefully they will be able to get us some of these over the big pond!
That is nice axe. A reviewer, Ben Scott, stated that he felt Council Tool made a better working axe for the money than Gransfors Bruks. The Council Tool Sport Utility Boys axe looks interesting as well.
Rice Creek bushcraft Yes. I really like the looks of the Council Tool Woodcraft axe. From the factory, it is supposed to have a 25 degree flat grind. From Dave Canterbury’s store, they sell this model and they even have an option to thin the edge down even more. Imagine how that would perform with a 20 degree edge.
I agree. These models and their Velvicut axes use a significantly better steel than Gransfors (5160 vs the European equivalent of 1060), and the thinner hafts IMO make for a better axe. Only complain I have is the 19" should have a 1.5 or 1.25 pound head, rather than the 2 pound. Due to the head weight, I went with the 24"
A drop of mineral oil inside the female half of the snap will do wonders when they're new with no harm done to the snap. Looks like Council tool has really upped their gaame! That's great to see!
Its bc the handle starts out 24 in but after hung you can loose up to 2 inch or more in some drastic cases. If you read their info it says hung on a 24 in handle. Fantom bevel is the name you asked about.
Thanks for the thorough review. Much appreciated. I had a couple Gransfors' then I ordered this woodcraft axe after saw your review. I haven't tried it yet but from the look I agree with everything you have mentioned here; e.g. quality straight grain handle, hair shaving sharp, extremely well packed shipping, feels good in the hand,...etc. My only complain is the quality control. My woodcraft axe blade is not symmetrical! One side was sharpened at higher angle than the other. The caved-in parts on the two sides are also not symmetrical.
@@shane4176 You are correct. It shouldn't affect the performance. However, I expect a better quality control from their top line. I got the 19" handle version.
@@daig1984 oh mate gonna be a good day tomorrow. I'm making a trade tomorrow for the smaller version with the shorter handle. Been wanting one since I bought this one.
Rice Creek bushcraft thanks again for the reply been so excited to see it all day I have the 19 inch version it’s outstanding perfect gain and hang shaving out the box thanks buddy
Gransfors is that brand name that everyone says is the best but depending on your preferences and what you need for your region some of the other brands can be a lot better personally my favorite high end axe is a Helko Werk pack axe but eventually I am going to buy a woodcraft pack axe as well to see how that is but out of the axes I have my favorite has been the helko it’s a flaired Rheinland pattern so it’s got a really good bit and lots of angles for carving i like it much more than the gransfors I find the gransfors has a ligit head and I want more width in the bit
@@shane4176 One can buy Marble's American Hickory Outdoor Axe for just $24.99, which is basically the same as the axe you're reviewing. And the overall length is roughly 20".
Very nice I want to get a good pack axe I just won't be able to use it as much as I would like to I think I will look for a used one thank you for the information
The swedish axes are dead to me now. This is American made and with a superior steel. It's also better suited to the hardwoods found here in America, like my region in MN where there is deciduous and hardwood forests.
Rice Creek bushcraft same here . The pack axe looks like a 5th grader put it together . And the price is crazy . The council tool axe has to be sharpened frequently. The gfb I haven’t needed to yet. For around the same price go Gfb. The beard even makes it so you can’t push / pull logs. Woodcraft my ass. For the money , gfb. You get the guys initial on the head . That’s very cool. Pack axe is not cool. Aesthetics is poor too. Just look at em.
After seeing all these demos I ordered one for my back pack. Thanku for the demo. God bless.
Thanks for watching and you are very welcome. God bless you and yours.
I have one of those axes and I absolutely love it. It's the 24 inch handle on mine. One of the most useful tools I have ever owned.
IMO the 24" handles are probably the measurement of the handles before they are custom fitted to the head and wooden wedge inserted. After, whatever is sticking over the top, which is the the excess, would be trimmed off and then the metal wedge inserted .
It would be nice if the company gave 3/16 exra in the handle and they would be spot on or close come tape time
I wanted to get one if these in the EU but they are hard to come by. Wrote to Lamnia about this, hopefully they will be able to get us some of these over the big pond!
Hopefully they do they are great axes
I wonder when people will realize the handles are pre-cut to the marketed length, and when the axe head is fitted you lose about an inch or so
24 inches is the handle length before hanging.
I have the 19" Wood Craft axe. A great camp/pack axe for canoeing and car camping. Splits small logs very well. Excellent quality.
I'd like to definitely get that one
That is nice axe. A reviewer, Ben Scott, stated that he felt Council Tool made a better working axe for the money than Gransfors Bruks. The Council Tool Sport Utility Boys axe looks interesting as well.
I have several GB axes and I love them. I prefer the look of the GB's but I feel Council Tool is as good as quality no doubt.
Rice Creek bushcraft Yes. I really like the looks of the Council Tool Woodcraft axe. From the factory, it is supposed to have a 25 degree flat grind. From Dave Canterbury’s store, they sell this model and they even have an option to thin the edge down even more. Imagine how that would perform with a 20 degree edge.
@@LuisGonzalez-gl4wc yeah at 20 that thing would be scary sharp. I mean it came shaving sharp as it was.
I agree. These models and their Velvicut axes use a significantly better steel than Gransfors (5160 vs the European equivalent of 1060), and the thinner hafts IMO make for a better axe. Only complain I have is the 19" should have a 1.5 or 1.25 pound head, rather than the 2 pound. Due to the head weight, I went with the 24"
Hel Threyr I also went with a 24” handle on this version. I also like the Council Tool Utility Jersey pattern with the 31” handle.
props to youper, and nine all the way. Im from Van Buren County
I'm actually from Calhoun county
A drop of mineral oil inside the female half of the snap will do wonders when they're new with no harm done to the snap.
Looks like Council tool has really upped their gaame! That's great to see!
Its bc the handle starts out 24 in but after hung you can loose up to 2 inch or more in some drastic cases. If you read their info it says hung on a 24 in handle. Fantom bevel is the name you asked about.
Love that axe, came sharp enough to split hairs.
Man I want one of those and that gransfors bruk small forest axe. nice axes
Thanks for the thorough review. Much appreciated. I had a couple Gransfors' then I ordered this woodcraft axe after saw your review. I haven't tried it yet but from the look I agree with everything you have mentioned here; e.g. quality straight grain handle, hair shaving sharp, extremely well packed shipping, feels good in the hand,...etc. My only complain is the quality control. My woodcraft axe blade is not symmetrical! One side was sharpened at higher angle than the other. The caved-in parts on the two sides are also not symmetrical.
Bummer about the grind on your. Although it wouldn't bother me too much. It should still perform just the same. You have one like mine?
@@shane4176 You are correct. It shouldn't affect the performance. However, I expect a better quality control from their top line. I got the 19" handle version.
@@3chim7noi4lenden yes the grinds should be even, I've never looked at mine to see if it's even. I have the smaller one also
Good review, you need to hit that handle up with some boiled linseed oil, makes it look great and protects the wood
Thanks I have done this several times since.
Was my birthday the other day hard choice gb sfa or pack axe 🪓 already have 1 gb so leaning towards the council it looks awesome
You will not be disappointed its a great axe!
Rice Creek bushcraft it’s coming tomorrow can’t wait 😊 live in uk so cost a few coins but worth it to have USA made bad boy!!!!!!!!
@@daig1984 oh mate gonna be a good day tomorrow. I'm making a trade tomorrow for the smaller version with the shorter handle. Been wanting one since I bought this one.
Rice Creek bushcraft thanks again for the reply been so excited to see it all day I have the 19 inch version it’s outstanding perfect gain and hang shaving out the box thanks buddy
So my 24in pack axe definitely made my gransfors sfa go cry in the corner. I almost never grab the gransfors now days
Gransfors is that brand name that everyone says is the best but depending on your preferences and what you need for your region some of the other brands can be a lot better personally my favorite high end axe is a Helko Werk pack axe but eventually I am going to buy a woodcraft pack axe as well to see how that is but out of the axes I have my favorite has been the helko it’s a flaired Rheinland pattern so it’s got a really good bit and lots of angles for carving i like it much more than the gransfors I find the gransfors has a ligit head and I want more width in the bit
They probably measure the handle before the axe head is added & top is trimmed.
I think you are 100% correct
@@shane4176 One can buy Marble's American Hickory Outdoor Axe for just $24.99, which is basically the same as the axe you're reviewing. And the overall length is roughly 20".
@@gregzeigler3850 those are made in China not the same at all
@@shane4176 I think they are from El Salvador. It's where their machetes are made. Seems that they are really Imacasa. Could be wrong, though.
@@gregzeigler3850 hmmmm, a 25 dollar axe verses a 144 dollar, 5160 hardened steel American made axe, and you say they're the same ??????
I just bought the 19 inch pack Axe. Absolutely a monster...
Nice dude! They are awesome 👌
Very nice I want to get a good pack axe I just won't be able to use it as much as I would like to I think I will look for a used one thank you for the information
You are welcome. This would make a very nice pack axe
Nice video, I have one and its way worth the money. I'll end up getting another one soon.
Thanks, yes I agree way worth the money!
Thanks for the review! Well done! 👍
Thanks for watching
The swedish axes are dead to me now. This is American made and with a superior steel. It's also better suited to the hardwoods found here in America, like my region in MN where there is deciduous and hardwood forests.
I still love my Wetterlings and GB but this is a sweet axe.
Man that thing bites deep. And it's sexy! Getting one now
Awesome I'm sure you will love it. It's great for feather sticking also!
Where can i order this axe from
@@robertgump6025 amazon
lest friction in and out hence the awesome bite
I would highly recommend the GB Scandinavian Forest Axe! Thanks for the video
That would s my favorite axe of all time!! Thanks for watching
What kind of knife is that?
LT Wright Gary Wines bushcrafter
Who did u buy it through
Man I can't remember who it was. Sorry maybe from council tool but I can't remember
Wiseman Trading has free shipping on this axe.
I just ordered the 19"
Oh nice, I bet you'll love it!
I ordered the 24 inch last week
I have this ax and they got a winner .
It sucks. Don’t buy one . Get a gfb.
I have both and like both
Rice Creek bushcraft same here . The pack axe looks like a 5th grader put it together . And the price is crazy . The council tool axe has to be sharpened frequently. The gfb I haven’t needed to yet. For around the same price go Gfb. The beard even makes it so you can’t push / pull logs. Woodcraft my ass. For the money , gfb. You get the guys initial on the head . That’s very cool. Pack axe is not cool. Aesthetics is poor too. Just look at em.
@@erichan6985 whoa! You get the guy's initials right on the head??!!?!
Handle too short.