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Bushcraft Ferrorcerium firestarter

What is a Ferro Rod?

January 1, 2022

A ferro rod, short for ferrocerium rod, is a fire-starting tool made of a …

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Firewood firewood stacked

Ranking Firewood to Burn with BTU Chart

January 1, 2022

The best firewood for a long-lasting, hot burn includes hardwoods like oak, maple, ash, …

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Axes Hatchet vs Tomahawk: Throwing Axe Comparison

Hatchet vs Tomahawk: Throwing Axe Comparison

January 1, 2022

Hatchets are compact, wood-cutting tools with curved handles, while tomahawks have straight handles, bottom …

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Axes Small Viking axe and bearded axe

Axe vs Hatchet: Differences Compared

January 1, 2022

An axe and a hatchet differ in size, head shape, and purpose. Hatchets are …

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Firewood How to Season Firewood

Firewood Drying Time Chart: 7 Steps to Season Firewood

December 25, 2021

To season firewood, first split logs into smaller pieces for faster drying. Stack the …

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Firewood Termites in firewood

How to Avoid Termites in Firewood [And How to Remove Them]

December 23, 2021

To avoid termites in firewood, store it at least 20 feet from your home …

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Instructions DIY Axe Throwing Target

10 DIY Axe Throwing Targets + Plan Dimensions

December 16, 2021

Axe Throwing is becoming increasingly popular and many people want to have a go …

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Product Reviews Sharpening an edge with a Fallkniven DC4

Fallkniven DC4 vs DC3 Sharpening Stone Comparison

October 27, 2021

So you’re thinking of buying a diamond/ceramic sharpening stone (or whetstone) for your axe …

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Buyer's Guides Best Brush Axe

Bushwhacking Brilliance: Best Axes for Clearing

July 23, 2021

The best brush axes have long curved blades that are 7 to 12 inches …

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Axes Collins company logo

Collins Axe Company: Are They Any Good?

July 14, 2021

Collins Axe Company, founded by Samuel W. Collins in 1826, was a renowned American …

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Buyer's Guides Woodcraft pack axe 19 inches

Race-Ready Axes: Best for Lumberjack Competitions

June 2, 2021

The best lumberjack axes are 32-inches long with 4 pound axeheads made from C50 …

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Buyer's Guides Survive and Thrive: Best Tactical Tomahawks for Any Situation

Survive and Thrive: Best Tactical Tomahawks for Any Situation

March 13, 2021

The best tactical tomahawks are 12 inches long, weigh between 15 and 20 ounces, …

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Bushcraft Pruning a tree with hand tools

How to Prune a Tree with Hand and Power Tools

March 1, 2021

To prune a tree, first assess which branches need removal. For hand tools, use …

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Buyer's Guides Axes and Hatchets for Wilderness Warriors: 13 Top Picks

Axes and Hatchets for Wilderness Warriors: 13 Top Picks

January 13, 2021

The best bushcraft axes are between 18 and 24 inches long and weigh between …

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Buyer's Guides Essential Tools for Hunters: 4 Best Axes for Game Prep

Essential Tools for Hunters: 4 Best Axes for Game Prep

December 22, 2020

The best hunting axes are between 14 to 20 inches long and weigh 2.5 …

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Axes Small Viking axe and bearded axe

24 Types of Axes: Cutting-Edge Axe Head Designs + Photos

December 15, 2020

Various types of axes include felling axes, splitting axes, hatchets, tomahawks, carpenter’s axes, forest …

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