✔ DiResta Aluminum Axe 

This man is an expert at drawing perfectly straight lines.

If you listen closely, you can almost hear wranglerstar screaming at his screen.

What's amazing is that none of this was sped up. He is actually THAT fast.

I knew he was a badass the minute he free handed that straight line all the way down that aluminium block

That was a-mazing! I was expecting a lathe. No lathe. I was expecting a casting mold and kiln. No lathe or kiln. And you even included the tree falling. This was what youtube was meant for. I thought I had patience but I'm a little kid on Christmas morning level compared to this.

Proof that Go Pro's are indestructible :D

The Level of Pride this man shows in his work is the Jewel of true craftsmanship, you sir, are a genuine artisan in the original unfiltered sense of the word. I am convinced that these compliments are trifles in comparison to the satisfaction that must be felt in the completion of a work-piece such as this. Well done sir, well done.

It's a good thing you don't do a blade video every week, you wouldn't have any hair left lol

Jimmy's wife sees all the bald spots on his arm and is like "you did another knife or axe video again, didn't you?"

If you can pull this gleaming axe from this stump, you will be the king of beaver lake...

Now Jimmy, you know that aluminum isn't the proper material for making a handle for your giant double-sided razor blade. The smooth surface can cause your hands to sweat, then you would decapitate yourself while shaving Then I guess it really would be "Diresta's Cut." So let me ax you a question...when are you going to make a huge medicine cabinet to keep it in? I really do like your work, and you've got the chops to pull this off. I know, I know -- cut it out -- you can't handle the edgy humor. All seriousness aside, though...I got a chance to use our new laser at our Makerspace. First thing I did was make some stencils with my last name. Now everything I own is tagged. Tools, toolboxes, creeper, bandsaw, garage floor and walls, storage tubs, random cardboard boxes, tarps, doors, workbenches, pegboard, shelves, trash cans, bags of raked leaves, the spare fridge and freezer in the garage, compressor...see what you started?

I swear I could watch people sand and polish and finish wood/metal/acrylic all day. So satisfying to watch

1:40 without ruller, holy cow.

I rarely comment, but this is by far the best maker video I have ever saw, incredibly informative, perfect camera angles, you are a true craftsman, with attention to detail to match my friend! subscribed.

You are a mad genius. I’ve binge watched you for 7 or so videos. I wish I had your abilities. I have no doubt you’ve developed them over years of making some truly unique/great things. Cool video. Thanks.

There are no words to describe the honor of watching a master craftsman at work......keep up the excellent work!

Brother that is, well really cool! I would have never thought of a project like that. The Axe is very nice but that case is remarkable, looks like jewelry to me. Man you dune good!

Casually shaves his arm with an axe.

This is some next-level craftsmanship. Pure art.

Talk about a no bullshit video! This was great! No filler, no nonsense....just all badass

R.I.P Go Pro

Holy shit....All of that work with a Bandsaw? Thats....disturbing levels of talent. To take such raw (and frankly terrible) tools like that and use it with that precision. You're a fucking wizard. *Applause*

fun to watch you make intricate stuff for an old axe head.

That there is one fine piece of craftsmanship, sir. Well done.

Yes! I've been waiting for this!

Is it weird that I watch his videos when I go to sleep? They're satisfying😂

Oh my Lord, that was epic. What a craftsman! Seriously impressive. Hats off to you good sir.

This is one of the most satisfying, soothing, videos I have seen.....

Does your wife/girlfriend have your DiResta tattooed on her as well?

Jimmy, you are the best!

THAT is a thing of beauty right there. I subscribed just so I could come and marvel at the thing! Masterful job man...hands down

Your level of craftsmanship is outstanding, such a nice piece.

so just a heads up, always wear a respirator when working with any type of aluminum dust, seriously shits so bad for you.

jimmydiresta Jesus, Jimmy, I can't even draw a straight line with a ruler. And you're just like "eh, straight line here, there, everywhere" :D Anyways, great job, and it's a cool looking piece.

The details you put in are just stunningly beautiful. Love your work dude!

totally stumbled onto this channel and after two videos I'm subbed!! awesome and inspiring

There are reasons Aluminum and Steel are generally not used together. There are also reasons Axes generally have a wood or fiberglass handle. Let me know when you find out why. Pretty result, nonetheless.

1:40 look at that line drawing holy shit

What a fantastic work of art. Boy that's impressive.

This is the manliest thing I've watched all week

After this, Mr. Diresta and Chuck Norris fought over a girl. Diresta won.

Reminds me of the T1000 from Terminator 2, could imagine it attached to it's arm

you da man diresta some of the best ideas and finest work on the web

You sir are a genius. Absolutely mad about your videos. Thank you for sharing.

You're so talented! That is very nicely crafted.

YOU FREEHANDED A LITERAL PERFECT LINE

1:21 You made my day by putting the smooth portion of the cracked handle back into the axe head after removing it. Soo satisfying.

Damn, haven't met someone this skilled in years. You're videos truly are the shit, keep em coming buddy

Bad day to be a GoPro

Now that is a masterful piece of craftsmanship. My tin hat is off to you sir.

Nice axe! I had an axe handle I had bought as a replacement for a smaller DB axe head. Over a period of time I got a full sized axe head from a fleamarket., similar to the one in you'r video. The handle has fully cured due to the time of purchase, and the time of useage. I carefully fitted the head. I now have the best Axe I have ever owned.

Seriously a wonderful video and your craftsmanship is superb

Hahaha Diresta is written everywhere even on his pencil

RIP GoPro

i like how it already sounds cool to handle after the very first cuts. aluminum is neat

Outstanding craftsmanship! Even made a spot for a maintenance file in the case! Nice!

This is more art than a functional piece. I am thinking it was made to piss of the purists. I like it! :D

Woodcutting level increased to 20

That was one of the coolest videos ever! Wicked job! Cheers!

You, Sir, are a Beast! And a very crafty one at that! Always something good when watching your videos.

He will be the first to survive the zombie apocalypse.

Need to build a foundry to melt that lose alu and reuse it! :P

nice vid love that you showed us that that handle works great

this was the first video i watched of yours and its what got me hooked lol. and to this day i still want one of those axes lol

How much shock Transfers to your hand Vs. A wooden handle ?

6:52 Hey, watcha doin' there?

Very cool!! Well done, sir!

Another amazing custom project WITH a custom box. Your work is so amazing.

it is too heavy, the balance is off, it will shatter, it was "hung" all wrong, brass wedge is a bad idea, you will get blisters, you should only ever use BLO to finish any axe, 6061 is the worst aluminum to use for this application, this head will fly off and hurt someone, you can not hold aluminum in the cold, galvanic corrosion will make the axe explode in my hand, the leather will slide off and the axe will go flying, your arm will vibrate and cause muscle fatigue, the bandsaw technique will cut off you fingers. and it needs to be hand sharpened. Just kidding. Looks absolutely gorgeous. That's a great sheath design, I was wondering what kind of sheath I should put on the knife I'm doing, and that looks perfect.

subscribed... nuff said

you are an artist, man! thanks for sharing.

Been watching many of your vids today. You are a true artist. Keep up the good work.

about how much elbow grease do you go through in a week?

no wizard of Oz jokes yet? ok. the tin man called he wants his ax back

true craftsmanship, his talent and amazing work ethic blows me away every time.

As always, Mr. Diarsta is always creative

This guy makes some really cool stuff, what's his last name?

Could someone educate me on what machine was that at the start?

I've watched this video, (and many others of yours as well) a lot times now. I can honestly say, I've never seen anyone use the bandsaw to that level to the point it's carving the 6061. Amazing, keep it up

Good job on the axe handle, great job on the video!

I was just wondering how are you going to prevent the aluminum and steel from having bimetallic corrosion?

I can't HANDLE this. Heh.

I admire his work, his art! Like a lot of knives.

Great project, the wood/leather case for the axe head was genius, every axe has leather only. I've used axes and hatchets that had metal handles, if it's made right vibration isn't an issue, wood has a nice feel and looks right maybe that's why everyone cries so much. Love the videos

I'm not sure if I missed it - what's the total weight of the axe, out of curiosity. When I was a kid, my grandfather (cutting wood for a living in retirement) got tired of breaking axe handles so he fixed an old axe head to a solid steel handle (made out of flat stock) and it was pretty strange to swing. He was hardened man, so it didn't bother him. I don't remember any vibration from it, I think it was too heavy to transmit much of anything back to the user due to the wood being on the losing end of the battle with it.

Looks beautiful, but one has to ask...how practical is it? I notice when you're actually felling the tree, you keep taking breaks. Is that fatigue due to the weight of the handle over a standard wooden one? ( even a small difference in ounces could increase fatigue exponentially ) Or would you put the blame squarely on your lack of physical conditioning?

These videos are so relaxing!

That is one beast of an axe! Well done

I think all manly men with hairy arms that sharpen tools have a shaved area on their left arms. Or right arm if they are left handed. I'm now about to go to the bathroom to shave an area on my arm in an attempt to look more manly. Nice build Jimmy.

Great video ---- awesome handle ---- loved the endingJust started watching your videos yesterday, bet you don't have any trouble sleeping at night.heard about your site on the machinist channel (Mr. Pete 222 ) ---- Thanks

Every edge tool (weapon) I have seen you make is REAL nice! Great job ... I am going to watch the aluminum hatchet now!

You always have the most savage endings in your videos, I love it.

Its so beautiful you don't want to use it.

Am I the only one wondering what Jimmy does with all those shavings?

This guy makes it look so easy. It's incredible.

One of the nicest axes I have ever seen!!! Just a great work!!!

Maybe I'm missing something, but I don't understand how hitting the bottom of the axe handle can force the handle through the hole in the axe head if nothing is holding the axe head in place. From what I see, you're holding the axe upside down suspended in air, axe handle in one hand and with the other, you're hitting the bottom. So how does that translate into the handle going through the hole?

Who else thought "Why would someone make an ax out of aluminum?"

Bravo Di Resta. Davvero un lavoro ben eseguito. A beautiful job, perfectly executed.

That is a nice axe. The aluminium gives it a shiny, futuristic design. I also liked the latchable case for the axe head. It gave a unique touch to the project.