Bushcraft
What is a Ferro Rod?
A ferro rod, short for ferrocerium rod, is a fire-starting tool made of a …
Firewood
Ranking Firewood to Burn with BTU Chart
The best firewood for a long-lasting, hot burn includes hardwoods like oak, maple, ash, …
Axes
Hatchet vs Tomahawk: Throwing Axe Comparison
Hatchets are compact, wood-cutting tools with curved handles, while tomahawks have straight handles, bottom …
Axes
Axe vs Hatchet: Differences Compared
An axe and a hatchet differ in size, head shape, and purpose. Hatchets are …
Firewood
Firewood Drying Time Chart: 7 Steps to Season Firewood
To season firewood, first split logs into smaller pieces for faster drying. Stack the …
Firewood
How to Avoid Termites in Firewood [And How to Remove Them]
To avoid termites in firewood, store it at least 20 feet from your home …
Instructions
10 DIY Axe Throwing Targets + Plan Dimensions
Axe Throwing is becoming increasingly popular and many people want to have a go …
Bushcraft
How to Prune a Tree with Hand and Power Tools
To prune a tree, first assess which branches need removal. For hand tools, use …
Axes
24 Types of Axes: Cutting-Edge Axe Head Designs + Photos
Various types of axes include felling axes, splitting axes, hatchets, tomahawks, carpenter’s axes, forest …
Axes
Poleaxe vs Halberd: Different Polearms Compared
A poleaxe is a versatile medieval weapon with a hammer, spike, and axe head …
Maintenance
Oil, Wax, or Tar: Axe Handle Finish
The best axe handle finish is a blend of boiled linseed oil and beeswax. …
Axes
How to Replace an Axe Handle: Axe Rehandling Guide
To replace an axe handle, remove the old handle by drilling out the wood …
Axes
How to Fell a Tree with an Axe and Saw
To fell a tree with an axe and saw, first clear the area and …
Tutorials
How to Hew a Log from Trees to Lumber [5 Simple Steps]
To hew a log, first select a straight tree and fell it. Remove branches …
Axes
Historic Viking Axe Types and Designs
The Viking axe, a versatile weapon and tool used from 8th to 11th centuries, …
Tutorials
3 Techniques to Throw an Axe Like a Pro
Follow these simple steps to throw an axe like a pro: Axe throwing has …