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I love handmade tools and its very neat to see a well done video showing the process. Lots of care and attention to detail into each piece!! Thanks for posting, I watched the other one of the chisel also. Very cool...
Richard D
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I know I figured at least $500.
It makes you wonder what kind of life that would be. Living in a cabin making stuff by hand it must be so low stress and a sense of pride and satisfaction of building something beautiful with your hands That not only works but its built to last. It would be great to do something like that. Wow.
It's a ski shop apron. It's Nordica's logo. This is close: http://www.reliableracing.com/detail.cfm?edp=11343225
Michael Bryce Winnick
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Wow! I burnt my hand while watching and cut my other on shutting off the computer.
Gemp
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Man you spot on with this.........living the dream for sure.
KSwiss
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Shame they are closed to new orders
I have to agree with the others on the video and the handbuilt craftsmanship. Blacksmithing has always impressed me and I wish I could figure out what happened to the chisel I forged in high school but I also wonder about the eye protection.
One thing that did make me chuckle was the use of the calipers in the handle making.
One thing that did make me chuckle was the use of the calipers in the handle making.
VWPORSCHEGT3
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beautiful video, beautiful axe. i love that people have the ability to make such beautiful impliments
Rolleiflex
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Very well done video and what looks to be a great axe. For the person who posted about getting a couple for conversation pieces...are you nuts?! These axes were meant to be used anything less would be an insult to those who produce them.
Another very good option for those interested a high quality hand forged axe is Gränsfors Bruks. I have had one for years and it is an awesome axe.
http://www.gransfors.com/htm_eng/index.html
Another very good option for those interested a high quality hand forged axe is Gränsfors Bruks. I have had one for years and it is an awesome axe.
http://www.gransfors.com/htm_eng/index.html
JohnFreeman
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I think you gave some slug in OSHA apoplexy . Thank you...
John
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JohnFreeman
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Axes are a staple in Latvia/Lithuania. As a Lithuanian (who now lives in North America) I can tell you that the majority of the country still heats their homes by burning wood. Traditional get togethers also revolve around chopping wood and grilling stuff over top. Lastly living in and around the forests is the way of life in the Baltic.
taumac
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That was a beautiful video of old world craftsmanship.
Yes , yes there is.
Watch the video again. See where he is driving the hardwood wedge into it followed by the metal wedge to secure it all. That is a very important part. Its also important the handle fit into the head properly
I've watched this video probably 50 times over the last week. I really want to build a coal/wood burning forge now. I think blacksmithing would be very fun and rewarding. It doesn't seem to have the stress that building old hot rods give me 
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Ed
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Very inspiring.
IndyGarage
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I'm as impressed with the video making as the axe making.
That video seems to be better and more creative than 99% of what you can watch on TV and 95% of what you can watch at the theater - it isn't easy to do that - whoever made it is a genius.
Their website is just as good.
PS. I like the axes too
That video seems to be better and more creative than 99% of what you can watch on TV and 95% of what you can watch at the theater - it isn't easy to do that - whoever made it is a genius.
Their website is just as good.
PS. I like the axes too
Sparkfarmer
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Absolutely incredible!
Thanks for posting Ryan, I loved it.
Thanks for posting Ryan, I loved it.
Adam McLaughlin
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BUT
Where can I get one of those aprons?
Adam
Where can I get one of those aprons?
Adam
marty_p
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UNREAL! And we thought we've made some nice things... not so much! 
06pullinweight
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awesome video!
I, as a (somewhat) competent machinist can make so many things. But I put machining and programming as more science than art. That video is of a pure art that I do wish to someday be able to do myself as well. I'll be purchasing something from Neeman in the future. For sure.
trainer
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wood shrinks and swells across the grain with changes in sesaonal humidity. A head mounted on a handle that isnt completely seasoned may work loose because of this.
A quick temporary fix is to soak the head end of the axe in a bucket of water or linseed oil overnight.
But it's best to take the handle off and remount it properly.
IMHO, knowing how to properly install a wooden handle on a hammer or axe should be a requirement to earn your man card.
Sorry, but $500 for an axe is inane, even if it is built in a romantic log workshop by a guy in a leather apron.
I've got a bunch of good qulity axes and axe heads that came to me as rusty relics at farm and estate auctions . Cleaned up, new handles and properly sharpened, they are literally ready for a second lifetime of service for less than $10.
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Adam McLaughlin
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They are asking $500 for an axe? Holy Jesus....
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One of the axes I looked at approached $500, yes. the majority of them aren't even close to that. For something like this, I would say it's worth it. I was eyeing up a few of the $100-200 models and I feel that the price is 100% fair. Something to pass down, that's for sure. Can't do that with a cast valve core remover.
The Frisco Kid
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Can't wait for orders to open up again... these will make great gifts. What truly amazing ART!
The Frisco Kid
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I probably sent this link to about 50 people today! What a great marketing move by Neeman!
IndyGarage
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I know about making a lot of things, but not axes
At one point in the video he splits the metal where the sharp part will be and he puts a wedge of metal into the split then heats it and pounds it in. Is he adding another kind of steel for the tip? or just adding more metal because he didn't have a big enough piece?
At one point in the video he splits the metal where the sharp part will be and he puts a wedge of metal into the split then heats it and pounds it in. Is he adding another kind of steel for the tip? or just adding more metal because he didn't have a big enough piece?
Stuart in MN
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Yes. I'm not a metallurgist but the cutting edge needs to be something that's harder and keeps a sharp edge, while the rest of the ax head is softer and more malleable.
joshmodelskidoo
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checked out the web sight also. WOW!! that is a craftsman there. they did nice photography also
I have studied metallurgy and that is exactly it. It has to do with carbon content and resulting crystalline structures. The best samurai swords are made the same way. Lower carbon for flexibility, and high carbon for hardness and edge holding capability. If the entire axe head were made from the higher carbon steel it would be too brittle.
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Daz-scotland
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Now those are proper skills, so jealous I can only dream of doing something like that!
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Very nice indeed.
Wi Fire 10
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Wow. very talented