I personally like Granfors Bruks Scandinavian forest axe the most. If I could only have one axe, this would be it. It's really similar to Aby forest axe but it's heavier and a different shape of head. 😊
I like that axe/hatchet. It's very lightweight, has a good sized handle, and it chops wood really well. Looks like it's well made. Cheers, Dave! 👍🏻👍🏻✌️🇨🇦
dave - tks for video, great overview of a fantastic axe. I own the Aby and IMO this is truly a one axe does it all. The hachet (I have a similar GFB) - if paired with a saw (silky or awawa) is super capable in my experience as well as an all arounder with the saw doing the heavy work. The blade geometry of the hachet is such that I have only brought a small (sub 3 inch blade) if bringing the hacket and have never felt limited.
Nicely done. I love Hults but most of mine are olden. It's nice to see such a slender haft on a high grade axe... so much more comfortable to swing, easily than the big clubby sitcks on most axes. For two handed use, I feel uncomfortable with anything shorter than 20" due to arm length, and I like 22-24" a lot more, especially with a 1 3/4 pound head. Sort of a more practical camp axe or small boys axe for person that doesn't need to build a cabin. I have a similar axe, Council Tool "Camp Carver" pack axe. Similar head weight and profile, with a hardened poll and scandi edge, on a 22" straight-ish haft. I really like it, and although I'm not much of a carver, it's terrific for camp and pack use. From the maker, the haft is nicely shaped but way too thick - supposedly modeled on a framing hammer, but unlike any good hammer that I've ever swung. It's puzzling. I going to thin and resahpe it to feel like my old Tommy Axe. Hopefully afterward ir will be easier to use for longer without tiring.
yes the thin handle is what really sold me. I have shaved down axe handles in the past before so it does work, just take the time to do it well and it'll be fine. My hands aren't like XXL so those big handles really impact the use of the axe. thanks for watching and commenting!
I have this exact same axe, been using it for probably 6 years. it is absolutely the best pack axe I have ever used as well. Capable of the big work and the small work while being very light
My two contenders to put up against this would be my Husqvarna Multi Purpose Forest Axe(basically the same axe rebranded for Husky) and my Council Tools Hudson Bay Axe! BTW- Iput Review Outdoor Gear Sheaths on most of my axes as well as their throat guards. Good video bud! Bill Doyle from Upr Grnwd Lk, NJ
i have the Aby - agree with everything you said. Super sharp and very slicy. Not great for splitting - i have Council Tool 24" Pack Axe that, IMO and experience does better at splitting and felling but the Aby is still a super all around axe and when it come to more bushcrafty tasks much preferred for its edge geometry.
I have both of those, love them, but sadly, I usually pack just a Fiskas X7 and Sven saw. I know, way less bushcrafty, but it's a light combo that works. If I'm car camping (boo!) then I just take a bigger axe for splitting bigger stuff for campfires.
I have been thinking about buyint that axe for the last two years. maybe it is time too pull the trigger on it. But there is so many knives out there😆shiny...but i will buy it. it is cheap, compared to most knives. And the quality is high, like a GB axe in quality. But i think Hultafors have a little harder steel. And i like that.
Best? Well, no. However, it appears to be a good option. There are also the Hachas Jauregui offerings, although they have become hard to get these days. There are also the Rinaldi axes. Fiskars is amazing bang for the buck as well, the 7555 18" chop axe is a perennial favorite of mine. $150 isn't a bad price for a Swedish axe.
Haven't heard of the hachas ill have to take a look. Fiskars is always my first budget recommendation and you can actually find them in the box stores. thanks for watching as always bro
@@TheDaveDryden the biggest issue I have with my Hachas Jauregui axe is that they haven't got a flat back poll to use as a mallet and they aren't cheap either. I got mine years ago from Lamnia but if I recall there was only one old Spanish fellow making them in Spain still. They seem to have disappeared after the lockdowns so the worst may have happened.
Beautiful small axe. But too expensive, and the handle should be 4 inches longer, in my opinion. A 700 to 900 gram Rinaldi, Mueller, Ochsenkopf, or Hultafors is still portable and relatively light but much more efficient.
the aby axe was 250$ Canadian for me over a year ago. the hultan hatchet was at least 100$ less expensive but I have had it for 4-5years now. Id expect the bigger one to be around 80$ more canadian at least.
Meh. I'd much rather spend half the price on the husqvarna multipurpose axe, or 1/10 the price on a 600-700g Prandi head and hang it myself. I don't begrudge anyone their ridiculously expensive axes, but the time when only the rich could afford to get out in the woods is over.
@@TheDaveDryden I like every Fiskars product I own, but I don't own any of their axes. I may have to change that. My primary reason for not carrying them in the woods is the difficulty of rehafting, but for an at home axe I might do it. I love the Prandi axes, though. The balance of quality to price is excellent. They need some work right off the bat, and of course I prefer to buy the heads and haft them myself, but even the one GB I've held would have needed some work for my preferences, so I don't look at that as a con.
Hello 👋 Dave, it's good to see you again. Thank you for sharing this informative video. Always stay safe out there. 😊
Good to be back, and thanks for watching as always!
Have them all and the Ekelund + GFB Outdoor are my favourite axes. Using them Every day!
awesome thanks for the input!
I personally like Granfors Bruks Scandinavian forest axe the most. If I could only have one axe, this would be it. It's really similar to Aby forest axe but it's heavier and a different shape of head. 😊
The other great axe company out there! I don't truly think there really is a right or wrong here but pro and cons for different scenerios. Cheers!
Good review, many thanks.
Glad you enjoyed it
I like that axe/hatchet. It's very lightweight, has a good sized handle, and it chops wood really well. Looks like it's well made. Cheers, Dave! 👍🏻👍🏻✌️🇨🇦
its a good one for sure. have a good weekend!
dave - tks for video, great overview of a fantastic axe. I own the Aby and IMO this is truly a one axe does it all. The hachet (I have a similar GFB) - if paired with a saw (silky or awawa) is super capable in my experience as well as an all arounder with the saw doing the heavy work. The blade geometry of the hachet is such that I have only brought a small (sub 3 inch blade) if bringing the hacket and have never felt limited.
Council Tool 19 or 24 inch Pak Axe is the absolute best Pak axes!
Scandi grind, cut out to choke up, made from 5160 steel!
I'm debating between this and their Camp Carver 22". Can't decide. 😢
Husqvarna 26” multipurpose axe is my choice. Affordable at £50, hickory handle and hand forged head by hultafors 👌
definitely a good one!
Nicely done. I love Hults but most of mine are olden. It's nice to see such a slender haft on a high grade axe... so much more comfortable to swing, easily than the big clubby sitcks on most axes. For two handed use, I feel uncomfortable with anything shorter than 20" due to arm length, and I like 22-24" a lot more, especially with a 1 3/4 pound head. Sort of a more practical camp axe or small boys axe for person that doesn't need to build a cabin.
I have a similar axe, Council Tool "Camp Carver" pack axe. Similar head weight and profile, with a hardened poll and scandi edge, on a 22" straight-ish haft. I really like it, and although I'm not much of a carver, it's terrific for camp and pack use. From the maker, the haft is nicely shaped but way too thick - supposedly modeled on a framing hammer, but unlike any good hammer that I've ever swung. It's puzzling. I going to thin and resahpe it to feel like my old Tommy Axe. Hopefully afterward ir will be easier to use for longer without tiring.
yes the thin handle is what really sold me. I have shaved down axe handles in the past before so it does work, just take the time to do it well and it'll be fine. My hands aren't like XXL so those big handles really impact the use of the axe. thanks for watching and commenting!
I have this exact same axe, been using it for probably 6 years. it is absolutely the best pack axe I have ever used as well. Capable of the big work and the small work while being very light
ya its pretty sweet. I like the versatility!
My two contenders to put up against this would be my Husqvarna Multi Purpose Forest Axe(basically the same axe rebranded for Husky) and my Council Tools Hudson Bay Axe! BTW- Iput Review Outdoor Gear Sheaths on most of my axes as well as their throat guards. Good video bud! Bill Doyle from Upr Grnwd Lk, NJ
thanks for the recommendations!
i have the Aby - agree with everything you said. Super sharp and very slicy. Not great for splitting - i have Council Tool 24" Pack Axe that, IMO and experience does better at splitting and felling but the Aby is still a super all around axe and when it come to more bushcrafty tasks much preferred for its edge geometry.
Thanks for the input! its good to know others enjoy the axe too and have experience with a few others in the same range, take care
Although not made anymore, Les Stroud Wetterlings bushmanaxe. Have this one as well, agree very good axe.
Wish I got a wetterlings when they were around!
I have both of those, love them, but sadly, I usually pack just a Fiskas X7 and Sven saw. I know, way less bushcrafty, but it's a light combo that works. If I'm car camping (boo!) then I just take a bigger axe for splitting bigger stuff for campfires.
understandable! the fiskars is pretty unbreakable too
Love Hultafors. I have a set of 5. They all get regular workouts.
I have been thinking about buyint that axe for the last two years. maybe it is time too pull the trigger on it. But there is so many knives out there😆shiny...but i will buy it. it is cheap, compared to most knives. And the quality is high, like a GB axe in quality. But i think Hultafors have a little harder steel. And i like that.
I'm also drawn to shiny knives like a moth to a flame lol. Thanks for watching!
I just love choppin up wood !
its definitely fun!
my 120 year old man hatchet/axe 15” handle 1.5lb head is my favourite
nice thats a good size
Very cool my friend😎
Thank you 👍
Best?
Well, no.
However, it appears to be a good option.
There are also the Hachas Jauregui offerings, although they have become hard to get these days.
There are also the Rinaldi axes.
Fiskars is amazing bang for the buck as well, the 7555 18" chop axe is a perennial favorite of mine.
$150 isn't a bad price for a Swedish axe.
Haven't heard of the hachas ill have to take a look. Fiskars is always my first budget recommendation and you can actually find them in the box stores. thanks for watching as always bro
@@TheDaveDryden the biggest issue I have with my Hachas Jauregui axe is that they haven't got a flat back poll to use as a mallet and they aren't cheap either. I got mine years ago from Lamnia but if I recall there was only one old Spanish fellow making them in Spain still.
They seem to have disappeared after the lockdowns so the worst may have happened.
Beautiful small axe. But too expensive, and the handle should be 4 inches longer, in my opinion. A 700 to 900 gram Rinaldi, Mueller, Ochsenkopf, or Hultafors is still portable and relatively light but much more efficient.
You sneak'in up on that axe in the thumbnail?
What are the prices of each axe?
the aby axe was 250$ Canadian for me over a year ago. the hultan hatchet was at least 100$ less expensive but I have had it for 4-5years now. Id expect the bigger one to be around 80$ more canadian at least.
I had one for one summer but the handle broke. Haven't replaced it yet just use my fiskars axe
It's their carpenter head with a longer thinner handle.
I have hult bruks and wetterlings, but i LOVE my fiskars X 7
Similarly designed head yes, but not completely the same as the weight, profile and edge is a little bit different
pretty bomb proof option
Nice axe bit expensive
250CAD? This country is go crazy now，I remmber got it just cost 65CAD 4 years ago😂
Never had a problem with my 5 dollar garage sale Collins. But hey some guys think the Tesla truck is a good deal too so........
garage sale gear is great and can cover a lot of ground on the cheap
I use a tomahawk
Nice video! Jesus loves you bro.
thanks for watching!
Meh. I'd much rather spend half the price on the husqvarna multipurpose axe, or 1/10 the price on a 600-700g Prandi head and hang it myself. I don't begrudge anyone their ridiculously expensive axes, but the time when only the rich could afford to get out in the woods is over.
fiskars x7 is a good choice too. I save my birthday/christmas presents that others want to give for more expensive items.
@@TheDaveDryden I like every Fiskars product I own, but I don't own any of their axes. I may have to change that. My primary reason for not carrying them in the woods is the difficulty of rehafting, but for an at home axe I might do it.
I love the Prandi axes, though. The balance of quality to price is excellent. They need some work right off the bat, and of course I prefer to buy the heads and haft them myself, but even the one GB I've held would have needed some work for my preferences, so I don't look at that as a con.
The Husqvarna axes were good when they were rebranded Wetterling's and Granfors Bruk. They are run of the mill axes now.
@@shaynejenkins446 As far as I know that's an internet myth, and they've always been Hults Bruk axes.
Council Tool 24 inch Wood Craft Camp Carver hands down the one to buy!
Agree 100%
an axe i need to test