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Gransfors Bruks - Small Forest Axe review and demonstration 

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The Gransfors Bruks small forest axe is an axe that is loved by many in the outdoor community. At only 19 inches long and roughly 2-3 pounds (1.5lbs of which is in the head itself), this is a very packable axe for hikers, backpackers, bushcraft, and campers. The handle is solid hickory and comes with a pre-drilled hole in the butt of the handle to add a wrist strap or to hang etc.
Each axe from Gransfors Bruks is hand made by skilled blacksmiths. The axe comes with a beautiful full-grain leather sheath as well as the Gransfors "Axe Book", and a full 20 year warranty.
I will say that this particular axe is a bit on the pricey side. BUT if you can afford it, it is more than worth it (I had to save up for a while :-) . Gransfors' axe's are a work of art and have been known to stay in the families of those who love the outdoors. Each axe is stamped with the initials of the blacksmith who forged the axe.
Out of the box this axe was razor sharp and could easily create feathersticks for lighting fires with. It also chops through appropriate-sized wood like a charm.
Again, I can't recommend this axe enough for bushcrafters, backpackers or other woodsmen/women who need a bomb-proof axe to depend upon in the woods.
In this video I give an overview of the axe and give you a very up-close view of the entire thing. I then go on to demonstrate some of its capabilities right out of the box.
Feel free to comment if you own a product by Gransfors. They are a top-notch company when it comes to these kinds of products and I already have my eye on a few other tools for other miscellaneous projects in the woods.
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@dudefullofjelly
@dudefullofjelly 8 лет назад
Please don't use a paracord wrist strap it's a perfect way to get an axe in the chest. If you swing and it slips from your hand you want it as far away from you as possible not swinging back towards you on a piece of string.
@ajacks8007
@ajacks8007 7 лет назад
dudefullofjelly man that's exactly what I was gonna post, definitely not a lanyard hole, it's a hole to hang on a nail in the shed or elsewhere
@barnaclebill1615
@barnaclebill1615 5 лет назад
Paracord is really useless on an axe anyway. I can see to hang it up in your cabin. But beyond that. You’re right... it’s only asking for trouble.
@jaimiecurrie9932
@jaimiecurrie9932 5 лет назад
yeoo gay boiss
@IrishEagIe
@IrishEagIe 4 года назад
wtf? Why would they put a lanyand hole there in the first place? God that's stupid.
@akivaliaho5166
@akivaliaho5166 4 года назад
Agreed, I only use the hole for stationary hanging.
@tebv4144
@tebv4144 10 лет назад
I must say im inpressed by how sharp it is. Bought one today and had a chat with one of the guys in the store, comparing different gränsfors axes etc. And when i was on the subway on my way home with the axe in the bag I noticed i was bleeding from all five fingers on right hand. From just holding it .. :D
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 10 лет назад
***** Mine came shaving sharp through the mail. It literally could take the hair off my arm! Gotta love quality like that!
@Chrimsonblack1
@Chrimsonblack1 2 года назад
Just bought one of these at a flea market today with sheathe and original haft for forty dollars. I’ve never gotten anything that good that cheap before! And I knew what I was looking at because of this video, so thanks.
@Tyrfingr
@Tyrfingr Год назад
Congrats all the way from Sweden. I never knew these axes could be found in such numbers around the world.
@sawdustandsurvival
@sawdustandsurvival 9 лет назад
I just wanted to say that you've done such a nice review there! You've got a really nice engaging, therapeutic kinda style! I could while away hours watching your material. All the best mate. Andy
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
+Average Joe Survival Thanks! :-)
@xxgoodboy1499
@xxgoodboy1499 4 года назад
@@davidspassage you have beautiful, doom slayer-ish hands... magnificent
@pkbjorn35
@pkbjorn35 7 лет назад
I got this axe too. Its a great axe. I also got 2 waterstones, 400 grit and 2000 grit. 20 min of sharpening and strapping gives a razor edge. Shaves the hair of your arms with ease.
@frankfraticelli2967
@frankfraticelli2967 3 года назад
Got one. Beautiful workmanship. Get one.
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 11 лет назад
Me too! I accidentally bought a 24" buck saw blade online and now I wouldn't be caught dead without it in the winter. I could probably do without it in the warmer months. Great vids by the way!
@Shearwater6
@Shearwater6 9 лет назад
Mine turned up today, bought off the Ray Mears website. Super fast shipping!! Love the smell of it!! Gorgeous
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
Shearwater6 It's a wonderful ax. Truly a beautiful work horse.
@shanesims2864
@shanesims2864 3 года назад
Great video 👍👍 I have one & there worth every penny!! Thanks for your time and video 👌 All the best from Alabama 🙂
@Ipsifendis
@Ipsifendis 10 лет назад
wow! I only heard about these axes last week, and today bought one at the toronto outdoor sportsman show. same axe, same smith's stamps!
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 10 лет назад
Cool! They are a great axe!
@paulie4x1
@paulie4x1 9 лет назад
When you were chopping. That's what I'm talking about. That's why my little heavier Iltis Oxhead (German made) also I found out their in partnership with Stihls ? it really shines.
@dominickguerra189
@dominickguerra189 8 лет назад
Any other axe i touch doesnt feel the same as my Gransfors bruks axe. Finally got to really use mine during a camping trip and i was blown away
@patrikandersson5666
@patrikandersson5666 10 лет назад
Very nice vid. I have the exact same axe and it really is the best you can buy. The quality is outstanding
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 10 лет назад
patrik andersson GB makes incredible axes.
@SirThunderPants
@SirThunderPants 11 лет назад
Nice review. I just ordered mine. Can't wait to try it out.
@sifusasdo2314
@sifusasdo2314 3 года назад
U convinced me 👍 I allready ordered this Axe and its on the way 😃 Thank U for the Info and the testing 👍 Greetings from Vienna
@HataAlla
@HataAlla 5 лет назад
Amazing tool, just got one for my friend for him to keep in his Jeep, hope he likes it👍
@passwordistaco507
@passwordistaco507 4 года назад
Can we please be friends?
@ThrashRoC
@ThrashRoC 9 лет назад
I started into Wood Working ..means go to forest , looking for dead wood , no cutting living trees , there are so much really good wood to work with , and the next is a good Axe , Granfors looks REALLY Great
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
Jimi Hendrix You can't go wrong with Gransfors
@jeriksson7686
@jeriksson7686 4 года назад
I LOVE my Gränsfors axe! and it will last for my whole life
@fredhayman6668
@fredhayman6668 2 года назад
excellent video your axe logo is the first pattern with the added e
@Nathansss365
@Nathansss365 4 года назад
Great review 👍 thinking of getting one . 120£ is a lot of money but for something handmade and something that I’ll have for a life time that will transcend its monetary value , I think it’s worth it
@browneye77
@browneye77 10 лет назад
We have the same smith! I love this axe!
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 10 лет назад
Great axe!
@woodlandsnorth
@woodlandsnorth 8 лет назад
Nice Axe. I've got the wilderness hatchet but was considering upgrading to this.
@green_building
@green_building 5 лет назад
very nice review.. you showed a lot of application of that axe in real world👍
@shaneschannel9289
@shaneschannel9289 11 лет назад
Impressive ax. I love watching quality tools do what they were designed to do. Making me envious : ) I would like to mention to anyone not familiar with axes that most cheap axes have a bad head and blade profile. This makes them prone to scooping instead of biting into the wood. Very dangerous. I use my $20.00 Walmart bought ax when I need to, but always fear I'm gonna lose a foot or something. If you can afford it buy a good one.
@ReviewOutdoorGear
@ReviewOutdoorGear 9 лет назад
David, great videography man! Nice review too.
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
ReviewOutdoorGear Thanks for tagging along :-)
@elmardx1517
@elmardx1517 7 лет назад
I got the GB Outdoor Axe for xmas. Haven't used it yet. Can't wait. I'd also love to try the Small Forest Axe. The size seems perfect.
@LordMarps
@LordMarps 9 лет назад
Excellent review, thanks for posting! I've got the GB wildlife hatchet and have decided to invest in the small forest axe too. Just superb, really incredibly well made products. The extra money spent is so worth it. I've picked up some grain leather offcuts to make collars for both GB tools, as the paracord wrap is a bit fiddly and tends to come off very easily.
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
+Dijon Wall I have yet to regret the purchase. Just don't lend it out to anyone who isn't an ax lover. I made the mistake last weekend of lending it to someone trying to get their chainsaw unstuck from a tree and they nicked the edge :/
@LordMarps
@LordMarps 9 лет назад
+David's Passage Oh no... is it salvageable?
@bladesnstuff9537
@bladesnstuff9537 8 лет назад
+David wow are you kidding? I am not sure I would be on talking terms with that dude for at least a few weeks!!! That sucks man. I am saving up for my first GB, I finally have my wingmaster shotgun (was first on the list), so now this axe is next! Thanks for the review. I have an older Hults Bruk Agdor axe that I should do a review on at some point, it was my dads. A bit heavier at 2 1/4, and longer with a 26" handle. I've wanted it to be a "1 handed axe" sometimes, but it just is too heavy. It can be done, but its not comfortable.
@johnwilson9842
@johnwilson9842 10 лет назад
nice vid David, same smith made my axe
@Eric_Shaun
@Eric_Shaun 10 лет назад
good review! I've got the Graensfors Bruks Wildlife hatchet and I love it. Got the oppoturnity to pick it directly from their forgery in Sweden - definitley a place you must have visited if you are a axe fanatic :) cheers!
@IamNemoN01
@IamNemoN01 8 лет назад
I've been eyeing the Gransfors small Gutter Adz. Very nice piece of gear. If weight was no issue, a curved adz would always be part of bushcrafting kit. As a carpenter I tend to pick my BC gear according to tools that can accomplish many tasks, but do so in a more precise manner. I'm sure a some bushcrafters may not agree with my choice, but my main workhorse knife is a Pro Tools Woodsman Pal Chisel Knife. I can do anything with it that I can do with a BC knife; but you can't make beautiful and accurate straight cuts and wood joints with a regular knife. I carry an opinel for food prep, and a whittling knife for fine work. I pack either my Gransfors Scandinavian Axe or my Cold Steel Pipe Hawk, depending on my whim.
@JeroenVisual
@JeroenVisual 10 лет назад
Nice video David! Keep up the good work!
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 10 лет назад
Thanks!
@joereed1379
@joereed1379 7 лет назад
Awesome review my friend! Definitely have to pull the trigger on this now... They're over 200 on Amazon now though!
@williamhedgepeth5277
@williamhedgepeth5277 10 лет назад
Good review. I really do need to pull the trigger on this one. I've been waiting to long.
@paulie4x1
@paulie4x1 9 лет назад
Yeah alot of people say, Boy am I glad I got this one because now I can use it because of a saw. Well I believe in the right tool for the right jib, I use a Axe and Saw in conjunction together with my Belt Knife. Whether I carry a Sholder Sling or a 3-5 day Backpack I carry my Majors on my Survival Belt (for example). My Rodent 5 in a Dangler Leather Sheath, my 2Hawks Double Bit Hatchet, and my Wicked Tough Saw. Horsce Kephart once said get the best you can afford if one day your life may depend on it. I guess I'm just lucky. But then I didn't go out and buy all of them at one time, it took me a while of trail and error. Oh also I carry a Pouch for my Necessaries (compass, firestarters, and first aide etc.) and if I leave camp I put a canteen and pack some energy bars. Being dressed for the weather is important. Also in my pack(s) I just got a bodybag stay warm type cover (look into that it can save your life). But I don't think having the right tool for the job is wrong, mine are compact and comfortable that I can wear them all with N/P.
@johndoe-pq5ox
@johndoe-pq5ox 10 лет назад
Excellent video
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 10 лет назад
Thanks :-)
@user-jw8pj9gr5o
@user-jw8pj9gr5o 9 лет назад
Great axe. Been taking one up to the BWCA camping trips for years. Love the size for camping and packing in.
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
E Wynn agreed. It is really a great axe
@lornesmith9068
@lornesmith9068 8 лет назад
I am looking at getting one of these axes. Nice review.
@grierwolfe
@grierwolfe 10 лет назад
Great stuff David. I also just got one of these axes. Love it. My new gransfors bruks
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 10 лет назад
It is a great axe. Just don't lend it out to anyone :-) I made the mistake once of giving it to a friend to try during a camp and he split a log on the bare ground! The head went into the ground and caught a rock. Needless to say I had a bit of sharpening work to do afterwards. :-)
@robw2326
@robw2326 9 лет назад
Good review, thank you for posting this. I've been eyeballing these axes for a while and they seem to really be worth it.
@anthonycoleman1909
@anthonycoleman1909 4 года назад
Love your backyard set up. Great video
@MrKirby2367
@MrKirby2367 10 лет назад
Dude use the sheath, leather only looks better with wear and Dubben / Saddle soap. Bruks do a lovely axe, when ever I see one I want one. Funny how you call it a piece of art, my wife said the same thing when I showed a hand forged viking axe from Bruks she wanted on a shelf as a piece of sculpture. I said no……….
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 10 лет назад
Bloodaxetheirritable They sure are a great ax
@crosscountryoutdoors2472
@crosscountryoutdoors2472 5 лет назад
Bloodaxetheirritable wrap the axe and the sheath up in cotton and then when you get to your campsite carefully unwrap them and just look at them and then wrap them back up and bring them home. Nice axe use it!!!if you wear it out before your kids get old enough to teach axe skills, then buy another one for them!
@paulie4x1
@paulie4x1 9 лет назад
Great Video, David, , ,
@Tiggs004
@Tiggs004 3 года назад
Hi, Great review and congratulations on you purchase it's obvious you're proud. Do you know why some small forest axes are stamped Bruks and some Bruk on the handle?,
@RaindanceBushcraft
@RaindanceBushcraft 9 лет назад
I have an SFA as well and love it. I think it's got to be the most common bushcraft axe around these days, actually. I agree with you on what it can and can't do. That Warranty is only on the head, IIRC. But the way I see it, a wooden-helved axe is going to lose the handle some day. That just means you've used the axe well. And then a new handle goes on and you're right back to the outdoors. EDIT: Oh, subbed by the way. I also tossed a 'like' at your Facebook page.
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
Raindance Bushcraft Thanks! Still love this axe although it's getting harder to find online.
@daddated1
@daddated1 11 лет назад
Very nice review, sharp it is. Enjoy using it and thanks for recommendation. Ted.
@lecturer09
@lecturer09 10 лет назад
This is a good axe (I have one myself) but I would like the shaft to be a bit thicker. It feels a bit 'skinny' in my hands. The point you make about portability, though, is valid. Some good observations, well done.
@MattTheMarine0351
@MattTheMarine0351 10 лет назад
From what I have seen this axe is lightweight and does a number of tasks with minimal calorie expenditure. Where I live processing wood and saving calories is very important. Looks like I will be saving up for one of these, possibly to replace my beloved Coldsteel Rifleman's Hawk.
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 10 лет назад
It is a trade-off honestly. I know some people that wouldn't take this out in the winter because they feel they need something a tad bigger. Myself, I take this and a bucksaw I made a while back and they play quite nice together in gathering firewood. One way you can thicken up the handle a bit is by wrapping it in paracord. I've never done it, but have seen others do it. That would give you at least another 1/4" - 3/8" diameter on the handle.
@MattTheMarine0351
@MattTheMarine0351 10 лет назад
I will keep that advice in mind. Thanks again brother.:)
@JustInCase_007
@JustInCase_007 11 лет назад
Great review; this was a pleasure to watch. I agree that this axe is top shelf and I'm highly debating on purchasing one of my own. Thanx
@RussKendrickMartin
@RussKendrickMartin 11 лет назад
Wow, that is one sharp axe!!! That is NICE!!!
@siksikaoutdoors5203
@siksikaoutdoors5203 7 лет назад
I just come across your upload Dave. A really enjoyable, informative review, and a great comment on the paracord protection, i would go for a leather collar but the paracord option is more functional. Just subscribed, respect to you
@canadianloon6433
@canadianloon6433 2 года назад
Nice review
@Christopherjamesmurphy21
@Christopherjamesmurphy21 4 года назад
More on the sheath, you can actually cary it on your belt if you are away from camp and don’t have it strapped to your pack. Just thread the strap in through your belt and then snap.
@HFSurvivalSchool
@HFSurvivalSchool 9 лет назад
You are a happy guy to own that axe ! Nice vid !
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
HF Survival School It sure is a great axe. Do you have one?
@HFSurvivalSchool
@HFSurvivalSchool 9 лет назад
David's Passage No I don't , I have S.A. Wetterling Axe , hope to get Gransfors Bruks hunting axe one day soon .
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
HF Survival School Any GB axe is a good one. :-)
@HFSurvivalSchool
@HFSurvivalSchool 9 лет назад
David's Passage Yes of course , but the hunting axe fits me most :)
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
HF Survival School I'm hoping to get one of their carving axes and an adze some day.
@snowpuppy77
@snowpuppy77 9 лет назад
Helpful review. Planning on a trip pretty soon and thinking of bringing a small axe. Been thinking about the GB Small Forest Axe or the GB wildlife hatchet. Now that you have had this for a while which would you recommend getting first the small forest axe or wild life hatchet? Plan on pairing it up with a Bahco folding saw and a Mora Bushcraft Black.
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
snowpuppy77 I have not used the wildlife hatchet, but my guess is you wouldn't be disappointed either way. My "go-to" combo is the Bruks small forest axe, Bushcraft Black, and Bahco Laplander. In all honesty though, if I'm on a backpacking trip in the summer I usually leave the axe behind as I can usually get away with just the knife and saw.
@REDRoverMike
@REDRoverMike 11 лет назад
Someone's been watching "Alone in the Wilderness" too much...... I am just giving you a hard time. The spoon you carved reminded me of that documentary. Great Video
@njord3983
@njord3983 10 лет назад
Bought one like 2 months ago, same smith aswell. Alot more cheaper then it was for you though. Cost me around 95 dollars. And it was really worth it. Razorsharp right out of the box.
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 10 лет назад
Luke Spades Man, I'd almost buy another one at that price!
@TheDevildog2552
@TheDevildog2552 10 лет назад
where did you find one for $95?
@njord3983
@njord3983 10 лет назад
Jon Hagerman I live in Sweden, guess they are cheaper here. www.outdoorexperten.se/p-16688-grnsfors-liten-skogsyxa.aspx?affiliateID=10058
@picklemat4619
@picklemat4619 4 года назад
When I’m able to I’m definitely going to be getting one I live in the suburbs where I would only use it a hand full of times but it’s such a work of beauty it would look amazing just hanging up and would be great to pass down to my son or daughter, probably my grandkids as I would have it hanging up as something to admire
@7Nowhere7
@7Nowhere7 Год назад
Best small axe in the world, no doubt!💪🏽
@AmagansettPress
@AmagansettPress 7 лет назад
why does your axe say Gransfors Bruk"s" instead of Bruk ?
@ChiquitaSpeaks
@ChiquitaSpeaks 4 года назад
Lol kinda weird
@paulie4x1
@paulie4x1 9 лет назад
Say Heah David, I have a Gransfors Bruks Small Forest Axe and Yeah Its one of my Fav's. and for on person carry when I'm scouting new areas I love my 2Hawks Double Bit Hatchet. If I know I will be processing more wood my 2Hawks Warbeast with its three sharp edges is simply awesome. I also have a Mini Norlund that needs a new handle but it looks very promising too, the head is in mint condition. and I have three different size Estwings and I like them too because you can beat on them in camp and they can take it and great for making kindling for camp fires. I also had a Iltis Oxhead hanged on a 19" White Hickory Handle I knew it was a heavy head, mine has a 5" face and I don't think it's no longer made because I can't find any info on it, I can find 6" face but no 5" face. Anyhow I was a little disappointed because it's too heavy to on person carry and basically that's what I wanted a compact on person carry, and everybody told me the head belong on a longer handle (heft). I finally figured out how to carry it, I carry it over my sholder reasonably well. But where it shines, It's weight does alot of the work for me. I saw logs about 3"-4"+ and about 12"-14"+ long logs and all I do is start it into one of those logs and with a hammering motion I hammer through the log to kindle size, Blip, Blap, Blam it's that simple. I alway's thought a large knife was safer, maybe it is I dunno know. this new way of mine which I saw William Collins do is quite simple and safe, again I just hammer right through the log standing upwards it makes short work of it, I can use basically all my axe using that technique,. But the Iltis is becoming my Fav's because it does the best job and it's saves energy prolly because of the weight (2 1/2lbs- 2 3/4lbs approx.). But Yeah its a keeper now where I was almost disappointed because of its weight. That's what I'm talking about, Thanx for sharing one of my Fav's the Gransfors Bruks Small Forest Axe.
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
+paulie 4x Love this axe. Sounds like you're an axe junkie :-)
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 11 лет назад
Thanks for the suggestion. Safety first :-)
@1AbominAble1
@1AbominAble1 11 лет назад
Outstanding vid, thanks for sharing.
@allisoneislove
@allisoneislove 9 лет назад
Imho the Gransfors are overpriced. My friend had one and had to send it back cause the metal was not properly hardened. The cutting edge was way to soft and bend after use. Also the leather sheath is not very impressive for that price range. I went with the Husqvarna which is much better priced, with an awesome thick wildleather sheath, and well hardened. Splits like crazy and holds an edge very long. Easy to sharpen to razor sharpness. Love that one, have it for 3 years now and will pass it on to my son when i am gone.
@TomsBackwoods
@TomsBackwoods 11 лет назад
Very nice David! you left out a good spec! The grain on the helve was pretty darn good!! I opted for the wetterlings it has the same dimensions but not as spendy.I have a few vids cooking and carving I even did a fig 4 trap with mine. Check it out if ya want.A very versital tool that you will enjoy and pass down to the kids. I dont carry a folding saw anymore. But I do carry a 24 inch buck saw blade ... the axe does the rest! Thanks for sharing your new Axe!
@neighbour666
@neighbour666 10 лет назад
Nice quality clip, causing me to get my own Granfors Bruks out of the arms chest and play with the thing as I watched. My own Small Forest Axe was, as was yours, forged by Herr 'AS'. Same stamped initials, same smithy. Not so expensive here in England at sixty quid ($95), same as our friend in Sweden! A truly magnificent, superlative bit of kit, but then the Swedes have always produced great steel. Axes appeal to small boys of all ages, including me at sixty-six. This stuff keeps the Grim Reaper from the door :)
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 10 лет назад
neighbour666 No doubt! A great axe indeed.
@Boundarywaterscatalog
@Boundarywaterscatalog 8 лет назад
Love your channel! Great review!
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 8 лет назад
Thanks :-)
@dtotheatothevtothee
@dtotheatothevtothee 7 лет назад
Great video quality. Thanks for the review!
@ZRN1986
@ZRN1986 Год назад
I’m trying to decide between the GB small forest axe and the Council Tool woodcraft camp carver axe. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
@coryebbutt9142
@coryebbutt9142 8 лет назад
I want one of these I've seen videos of guys shaving their moustache with these they're so sharp
@ericday604
@ericday604 9 лет назад
Nice review. How do you feel it works choking up on it and using it more as a hatchet, like limbing a fallen tree or similar tasks? I am contemplating Purchasing one but am unsure of whether to get the small forest axe or wildlife hatchet. I have many old axes and a husqavarna carpenters axe. The carpenters axe is too heavy to use choked up on. I really like the extra length of this tool for heavier cutting tasks. I mostly need something for when I'm out cleaning up my property so on leaning towards the hatchet. Thanks for any input.
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
Eric Day This model is almost the perfect balance between splitting and hatchetting :-) It is becoming more difficult to come by though. I have made feather-sticks with it by choking up on it, and it has a great balance to it.
@catalystman
@catalystman 11 лет назад
Nice video Dave. Oe suggestion, please keep both your knees o the ground. Very dangerous the way you're positioned
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 11 лет назад
lol, I LOVE that show :-) I've seen it probably a dozen times or more.
@DocRJK
@DocRJK 4 года назад
I just received the same axe on September 8, 2020. The only difference is there is no metal pin in the handle in the top of the axe. I’m surprised. I wonder if I should be concerned with swinging it?
@jean-pierredelorraine6161
@jean-pierredelorraine6161 8 лет назад
It makes it very "portable" was the word you were looking for mate. A very nice axe BTW. Thanks for sharing its details and your thoughts on it. This one is on my to-get list.
@bigmick812
@bigmick812 10 лет назад
Awesome axe. Were you able to wrap paracord on it? Because of the taper on the handle I could not get my wrap to stay on. Any suggestions would be great, thanks.
@dreem1walker
@dreem1walker 10 лет назад
cool review. Just a helpfull tips. The pronounciation on the Bruks is not a short u but more a long u as in fuel or use. Otherwise .. good job.
@tomdunn6412
@tomdunn6412 7 лет назад
when you cut wood on a block dont drive the axe through the wood into the block, you dull the edge that way, try to "halfstop" yourself to still split the wood without hitting the block. good vid
@Christopherjamesmurphy21
@Christopherjamesmurphy21 4 года назад
Tomdunn easier said than done, something I’ve not mastered yet
@defyingvoid
@defyingvoid 9 лет назад
pretty big price difference , when I bought mine it cost around 80 dollars. But I live in Sweden so I guess the big price difference is because the shipping. If u buy another one in the future check on a swe site and see if they can ship it to you, might get cheaper that way not sure though, but worth checking. And btw nice video I liked it!(sorry for the bad English, it is not my mother language)
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
***** my guess is you get a continental discount :-)
@samuelmansell9749
@samuelmansell9749 2 года назад
Whats up David's passage
@cbr600rrturbo
@cbr600rrturbo 9 лет назад
were did you buy this? thanks
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
***** I originally got mine on Amazon, but I am seeing the price is way jacked up for it on there. I think I paid $120 or so for mine. I hear you can get them from Duluth Trading and some other places as well. Good luck :-)
@cbr600rrturbo
@cbr600rrturbo 9 лет назад
thanks for your time
@LOLTROLLKING968
@LOLTROLLKING968 9 лет назад
It's yah man tactical
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
I need to apologize for something. I checked and I did not get mine on Amazon. I got mine from Duluth Trading company. Sorry for any confusion.
@davidpyle5071
@davidpyle5071 9 лет назад
Thank you for a very informative review if one appreciates quality then the cost seems to be not such a significance.
@tbirdsteve1
@tbirdsteve1 3 года назад
I have one here in Australia. $219 locally.
@patricksmith7748
@patricksmith7748 9 лет назад
the small spilling ax is better for spitting . great ax
@jerrybobteasdale
@jerrybobteasdale 6 лет назад
Every product review of a hand tool should include spec's, especially weight.
@jmddetecting5503
@jmddetecting5503 5 лет назад
Good bit of kit I have one👌
@rachael9372
@rachael9372 11 месяцев назад
I HAVE ONE AND COMPAIRD TO WETTERLING BACK COUNTRY BEATS THE HILL OUT OF SMALL FOREST.
@russelllieser4226
@russelllieser4226 2 года назад
What makes this a $150 axe over a $40 axe from HD or Lowe's?
@thatsurprisedguy3646
@thatsurprisedguy3646 8 лет назад
In the Netherlands you can get one for 70 euros
@youngbushcrafters9252
@youngbushcrafters9252 10 лет назад
Also my First selection
@montelbooner
@montelbooner 7 лет назад
Yep, they really are THE best axe makers. I have the very same one made by Anders Strömstedt. Feel like such a Viking when I use mine !!!!! Best thing I've bought in a long while. Good review, and as mentioned, try to snap or kick off to the left or right at moment of impact, rather than straight down as this 'dulls' the blade. Ray Mears shows a great example of this on one of his videos.
@Mattebubben
@Mattebubben 9 лет назад
in sweden this axe is not all that expensive. Around 80-100$ depending on where you get it. But thats not too much for a very high quality Axe.
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
+Mattebubben Not or something that will outlast your life.
@keithbeasley5862
@keithbeasley5862 5 лет назад
How long ago did you buy yours....I paid quite a bit more for mine just recently. Nov, 2018
@thehammer6675
@thehammer6675 3 года назад
....I've got to have one
@knifeaddict1014
@knifeaddict1014 2 года назад
Is these good for throwing?
@ethanquinn6576
@ethanquinn6576 4 года назад
These axes are arguably the best axes in the world. Almost any notable bush crafter will use one of these beautiful axes. Also my brother has one and his is in much nicer condition thann yours. All of the stamps/ impressions such as intials and the logo are done much neater. I don't know why i noticed i just figured i would let you know.
@PaulyGuy1
@PaulyGuy1 11 лет назад
Very nice ax
@mountainman.4478
@mountainman.4478 9 лет назад
Hey bro. I have 5 G B axes and I've never saw the piece of metal on the top It looks like a large staple. It kinda ruins the look. What is that ? Just wondering. Thanks
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
Robert West That's the wedge. I thought all wood-handled axes had them :\
@mountainman.4478
@mountainman.4478 9 лет назад
I'm looking at my G B axes some do .but my wettlering dont. I guess it makes I more stable . Do you treat you ax handle . Wondering what you use ?
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 9 лет назад
I just use tallow to keep my handle good. Do your Wetterlings just use a wooden wedge on the end?
@mountainman.4478
@mountainman.4478 9 лет назад
Yes and I noticed the metal staple is hammered into the wedge on some of the wettlering and some without. Great product anyway
@mountainman.4478
@mountainman.4478 9 лет назад
Give me your email I will take a picture of both axes send it you
@ZacTexC
@ZacTexC 5 лет назад
i'm confused on the name. Is it Bruk or Bruks?
@truthfilter
@truthfilter 4 года назад
i suppose paying for such an expensive axe you've got to be pretty good at sharpening it which isn't the easiest thing to do
@davidspassage
@davidspassage 11 лет назад
You won't be disappointed! :-)
@gh05tsighs13
@gh05tsighs13 6 лет назад
Anybody happen to know the eye dimensions on the small forest axe??
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