I was a youngling, just learning to split wood and wouldn't you know it, I overshot the firewood and hit the handle right below the head. Grandpa saw me do it and came over to make sure I was OK, but it had started that typical split in the handle. We took it to the shop, he popped out the wedge and removed the head. We glued the split, put it in the vice, doweled it in several directions (I think 8 times total, you can see 5 of them.) The next day, it came out of the vice, trimmed and sanded, soaked the end grain in BLO while we ate lunch and re-hafted the head with a new wedge. I'm still using that axe today over 40 years later. It works.
I can't imagine how deep the sorrow can be when losing a parent at such a young age. To die in your 50s is definitely too young. But to die in your 90s can be too young also if your spirit is strong. We are all limited to life and destined for death, but with love our spirit can live on. 🕊️
So sorry to hear that, be strong for your Dad, he would want you to carry on and be happy in life...I know it`s really tough but try and remember your golden times together, those memories and feelings are yours forever. Bless you lad and I wish you the best of luck in life.
I always want to write a book as a response to videos like these. I'll sum it up to say I'm glad you're here doing what you do and taking us along for the ride. Every day on this side of the dirt is a blessing and is to be counted as such!
Greetings Brother Buckin'!....I meet a lot of people (mostly young people) who struggle with everyday life in Todays World we need to help them to develop their resilience and face lifes challenges with fortitude and optimism. Prayers for the family in this time of the loss of a loved one.🙏❤❤
Buckin you have been a gift to watch. My question is how do you evaluate a restoration project or anything else so that you are comfortable you are not likely to get in over your head? I’m asking generally but I am picking up a Jonsered 70E later today. Runs but leaks bar oil. I think that is something I can handle but I have gotten in too deep in the past. Where do you draw your lines and how do you know when to pull back? You are great. I love to watch your videos and absorb your enthusiasm for life.
Brand new to your channel, and I gotta say that it’s nice to see you’re sharing your experience with others. I am your age and have had many different experiences in my life, but I’m glad to hear about your experiences and learn from them also 👍🏻
Hi bucking just watched this interesting video, and seeing the bunker reminded me of its construction 6 years ago this weekend and what fun we all had,
Love the videos buddy I truly admire your advice and content still waiting on that 592 review been a 500 guy till I got one of these in my hands it’s a beast can’t wait for your input have a good day buddy god bless
Nice work. The key is to not let your timber handles get dry. Every Autumn (aka Fall) while it’s still warm and the grain is open, oil all your timber handles. Set them up in the shed, clean them, look them over, sand any splinters etc. Set up a 44 gal drum or bath to allow the oiled tools to drain, and a large tray to oil over. I use raw Linseed oil, with up to 50% turpentine. You can use straight but leaves the handle sticky, which takes time to work free. Your hands and tools will thank you.
bucking Billy Ray, we bought a Ford F150 with the 5.0 L gen 3 coyote, Its very nice. The main thing is getting used to the large transmission. But, sport mode shifts with a lot more authority. Tow mode keeps it in the torque range. We love ours, and I hope you enjoy yours. Safe travels sir.
Your enthusiasm is infectious brother much love and respect from Canada eh! God bless and be safe I always get a kick out of the content like The time you were working in someone's front yard and the husband showed up that was awesome brother I laughed for days
100% my brother repaired a shotgun stock that was badly cracked with dowells just like that. It's stronger now probably than when it was new! Great video Sir, thanks for the content!
This is a beautiful handle. Well worth saving w/ a little maintenance (if it had a little, just a little, it wouldn’t have happened in the first place). Before drilling into such a sweet handle, I’d tape off the area around the cracks, taping in parallel to the cracks, then press some water resistant wood glue - marine grade urethane glues would be even better - and press it into the cracks until the crack is completely full. Wipe off any excess glue, then wrap it tight w/ tape, or clamp it. Lightly sand the area after the glue is fully dry. Now give the handle the T.L.C. You should have given it in the first place. Maintaining the tools you have is generally cheaper than buying new ones. Try to find a handle like this in your hardware store. I have (& regularly use) a 70+ year old Radial Arm Saw. If properly cared for, my grandson will be able to use it every day.
I’ve been watching you off and on for a few years and some of your earlier videos you use the term Watka! It took me a little while to figure out you meant Watco Danish oil😂
Billy! Shout-out from USA state of Georgia. Me and my old timer buddy was sitting around shooting the sh** talking about his Buckin Billy Ray inspired Axe he built. You bring good vibes all over the globe! Take it easy man
If you want to stain stuff, Black Walnut trees and Tanoak trees are great, I also like using walnut oil for oiling down and finishing axe handles or any wood handle. Now go get nuts and have some fun 😀
I do the same thing with wood gun stocks that get damaged. With practice you can repair them and cannot see the repair at all. You want too hide that crack use super glue and some of the sanding. Put the glue in and sprinkle the wood sanding over it and wipe with a rag really quickly. They will disappear.
Hey Buckin’ sorry for your loss. Be safe while on your trip. Quick question, what Watco tint do you use onyour handles? I received my first batch of four of your handles. Still waiting for the second batch of four to arrive. Got my Gullet T- shirt already too!
If you really want to show that work, you can turn your dowel out of the same wood and then align the grain when you put them in there. You'll never see that and it'll be skookum as frig!
Always late to the show. Ever use glue and water and dust from sander. Love your self sir for your loss. My step dad passed quick from cancer. They said years it was weeks!
Buckin’ the stuff you gave me with the suspenders is great! I used it on the suspenders but also on 2 pairs of boots and I still have 3 that I’d like to do. Is there any way to buy a couple of cans? I also love the smell. 😎
Condolences. Dowling the handle resurrected it. Giving it a new life with an added bit of character definition. Cosmic karma. Some of us humans would benefit from a little glue and dowling to better our cracks in character.....
Two losses in our RU-vid family Wendy’s cousin and Mark’s Mom. This cancer is just brutal and to lose someone at fifty one is so sad. 10:35 Blessings to Wendy and the families. 🙏♥️
❤️🩹😔💜♻️🕊️ Got the call, lost another friend to pancreatic cancer 3 days ago... it's 7 years for me since i went into treatment for stage 4 throat cancer. Grateful for everyday. 🎶
@@jirusjirus9322 I did not know about that. Prayers for you my friend and as we know life is very precious and a gift each day we have it but nothing compared to what is to come. 🙏♥️♥️
BUYERS BE CAREFUL!!!! Ripsaw customer service is very bad and all they care about is the money. Not making their customers happy or even satisfied. Wait times 6-8 months in small\fine print and zero refunds available. Even though when you order it, the shipping says 5-10 business days.
