Big Ox Maul Review by Gedore Ochsenkopf OX 635 H

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Check out the Ochenkopf Big Ox 635 H. This video is a complete overview and demonstration of splitting maul. I hope you find this video useful and informative. Please comment and subscribe.
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@tobiasburen8340 7 жыл бұрын

The best oldschool Foresttools I know on the Market. Nice Video like the most of yours. Best wishes from Germany!

@MarkThomasBuilder 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching my channel from Germany! I enjoy splitting wood with Ochsenkopf forestry tools.

@PencilProper 2 жыл бұрын

I have the Stihl version of this, took me about an hour to split several pieces of knotted, wavy grain lightning struck bloodwood.... This is a beast of a maul and highly effective on 'normal wood' I scraped the paint and lacquer off and finished the handle with a few coats of tung oil. Much nicer feel in the hand after that.

@MarkThomasBuilder 2 жыл бұрын

I need to finish the handle like you did. A few years ago I was checking out some axes in the Stihl store and noticed they have the same ox stamp logo on it, even though it's painted with Stihl colors. Mine have held up well over the years. You just need to maintain the steel from rusting.

@PencilProper 2 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder It's well worth the time and effort to re finish the handles.

@Hello_there_obi 3 ай бұрын

The Stihl AX-30? Terrible axe! I broke 2 in 3 months. Absolutely awful.

@joeruttmann3499 9 жыл бұрын

Good review. I own several axes and hatches but not yet a large splitting maul. I think I will get a "Big OX" too, it seems to be a solid piece of equipment. Looking forward to watching more of your videos. Greetings from Germany

@MK-ji5ri 4 жыл бұрын

When you stuck your mullet, just lift the round with over you haed and turn the mullet 180° to hit with the rear end, usually your good to go than, far quicker than freeing the tool manually every time.

@MarkThomasBuilder 4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a good plan. Better than damaging the handle trying to free it manually.

@dirkhalbsguth9345 8 жыл бұрын

Wieder ein Super Video und die BigOx klasse erklärt 👌👍 ich selbst benutze sie wenn meine x27 nicht ausreicht. MFG D.Halbsguth

@MarkThomasBuilder 8 жыл бұрын

+Dirk Halbsguth Dank für die kommentare!

@cbr600rrturbo 9 жыл бұрын

Sweet maul playboy! And i didnt know you made vids...subbed!

@MarkThomasBuilder 9 жыл бұрын

***** Haha, thanks bro! I just passed 1K subs, so tonight I'll be celebrating with a few beers.

@highcountryhay 9 жыл бұрын

That's one bad maul dude! Good video! I see one on sale for 112.00 free shipping & might have to grab to go with my X27..

@MarkThomasBuilder 9 жыл бұрын

highcountryhay Sounds good! Please comment back when you get it. I'm interested to hear how it works with the X27. Thanks for commenting!

@jesseheilman 4 жыл бұрын

I watched many of your videos almost all of them really you make great review videos my question is what pound head is that seriously thinking about getting one appreciate the video review

@MarkThomasBuilder 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I believe this had an 8lb head and the overall weight of the maul is just over 9lbs. This is great for splitting the big rounds.

@jesseheilman 4 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure I'm going to pick one up thank you for the info

@olehemlock 2 жыл бұрын

Head weighs 3.0 kg or 6.6 is pounds.

@ViktorSuhov 5 жыл бұрын

I am considering buying this maul over Gränsfors splitting maul. I have a wedge made of cast iron. I wonder if I can hammer it with this maul?

@MarkThomasBuilder 5 жыл бұрын

Umm, good question. I know that German tool manufacturers recommend using an aluminum wedge if you're hitting it with steel. Otherwise, some of them sell a nylon face hammer for steel wedges. The Bix Ox Maul is awesome, so I recommend it for splitting.

@lordtartarsauceb8348 5 жыл бұрын

if youre concerned with premature wear of cracking use a cheap sledge hammer for the wedge. unless youre doing a lot of walking with the tool or tools you can bring 2 tools.

@cascaderetriever7618 4 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video comparing the 630 & 635?

@MarkThomasBuilder 4 жыл бұрын

The 630 says it works best for softwoods. I found the 635 to be the best overall splitter between the two.

@savage69000 9 жыл бұрын

So what does the head weigh on that maul?

@MarkThomasBuilder 9 жыл бұрын

savage69000 The head weighs 6.61lbs. Are you thinking about getting one?

@bottledo1 7 жыл бұрын

Identical to the STHIL pro !

@MarkThomasBuilder 7 жыл бұрын

That's correct. Made by the same company, just different paint.

@terryburket5156 8 жыл бұрын

These tools look quite similar to the Stihl Pro brand hand tools. Is there any connection?

@MarkThomasBuilder 8 жыл бұрын

+Terry Burket Yes, Ochsenkopf makes the tools for Stihl. I looked at the Universal Forestry Axe on the Stihl website, and you can see the Ochsenkopf name and Ox Head logo stamped into the steel. The only difference is the color and the Stihl name on the axe. Logrite also makes hookaroons for Stihl.

@terryburket5156 8 жыл бұрын

+markthomasbuilder Thanks for the quick reply. I have used the Stihl Pro Spitting Axe and like the job it does.

@MrFomhor 9 жыл бұрын

THE cleaver of the dark side; Darth Maul!

@MichaelQuigley-fy5rc 5 жыл бұрын

I was hoping my next axe would be the Council Tool Woodcraft Camp Carver.

@MarkThomasBuilder 5 жыл бұрын

I just looked them up. Nice design, looks awesome!

@CezaryRomanowski 8 жыл бұрын

cool video, I know that this is only a test ax but to such a small timber or splitting is too big maul, just ax 2.5 kg😉 less tired

@MarkThomasBuilder 8 жыл бұрын

+Cezary Romanowski Thanks! The next time I get some big rounds to split, I'll make another video with this maul and maybe compare it to a few others.

@FargoNDRoland 9 жыл бұрын

It looks really nice. How much are these splitting mauls? What kind of warranty do they provide? Thank you. Just by the looks of it I am thinking around $200

@MarkThomasBuilder 9 жыл бұрын

Hi Roland, it only costs about $140. I'm not sure what type of warranty is offered, I'll look into it and let you know. So far, all of their tools have held up very well to the constant use I'm giving them. Thanks for the comment.

@FargoNDRoland 9 жыл бұрын

***** Thanks

@cascaderetriever7618 3 жыл бұрын

Can u review the 638H

@MarkThomasBuilder 3 жыл бұрын

That one looks similar. The 638 looks like it's almost 2 lbs heavier, which would make it the go-to for the tough big rounds.

@oliverhertzog-haecker4181 7 жыл бұрын

Benutze meinen BIG OX mit großen Erfolg bei knorriger Buche und verwachsene Eiche. Massiver C 60 STAHL . Bin sehr zufrieden.

@MarkThomasBuilder 7 жыл бұрын

Schrecklich

@rnilazarev2553 3 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍

@MarkThomasBuilder 3 жыл бұрын

It's an awesome maul!

@rnilazarev2553 3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder YES !!!

@highcountryhay 9 жыл бұрын

I did purchase today from ATG for 102.00 with promo code "welcome10" will comment how it works out in a few days.

@alejandrobeltran8409 8 жыл бұрын

If this company manufactures the stihl splitting maul as well, why is the stihl one cheaper? I'm looking to invest in a good maul while still being cost efficient and the Ochsenkopf is online for $140 compared to the stihl at $100. If I can save $40 just by changing brand labels and colors It doesn't sound bad to me; however I'm willing to spend the extra $40 if it's worth it. Hope to get a reply, Enjoyed the review keep it up!

@MarkThomasBuilder 8 жыл бұрын

+Alejandro Beltran I don't see any differences between the 2 mauls, other than the color. The Oxhead logo is even stamped into the head of the Stihl axe.

@79pejeperro 7 жыл бұрын

Alejandro Beltran Stihl le asegura a Ochsenpof que le compra un 20%, 30% de su producción pero rotulada de manera diferente y a menor precio... y Ochsenkopf acepta. Además Stihl ya tiene sus propios canales de distribución, lo que abarata el precio

@TheScottsatisfaction 3 жыл бұрын

nice sheath

@MarkThomasBuilder 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@rnilazarev2553 3 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍🤝🤝

@MarkThomasBuilder 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, it's a great splitting maul.

@Jhollywood3698 2 жыл бұрын

Nice maul , sand that handle down smooth Rub in some boiled linseed oil on it Your hands will thank you lol

@MarkThomasBuilder 2 жыл бұрын

Great advice. I sanded down a shovel handle last year and it turned out nice.

@Jhollywood3698 2 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder yes sir I learned that from watching a wranglerstar video on axe handles ended up sanding several lol

@DK9CA 4 жыл бұрын

If you want to see how and where they are made watch this video 😉 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jpt7pdGGsc_JmaM.html

@MarkThomasBuilder 4 жыл бұрын

Very interesting, thanks for sharing!

@MichaelQuigley-fy5rc 5 жыл бұрын

A little expensive for a maul.

@MarkThomasBuilder 5 жыл бұрын

It's expensive, but worth it, IMO. German Steel will hold up well.

@marionuscaa 8 жыл бұрын

the "turning hook" is called the "beard". I don't trust this wedge system at all. not to mention is crazy expensive. I'll pass on this!

@MarkThomasBuilder 8 жыл бұрын

+Mario Nusca I meant to say "turning nose", as quoted from Ochsenkopf.

@petrameyer1121 5 жыл бұрын

Ochsenkopf was founded 1781. It follows the highest material and safety standards for the forestry industry. But YOU do not trust their wedge system. Yeah.

@DANVIIL 8 жыл бұрын

I bought a Big Ox and it sucked, so I returned it. It's way too thick. I split only hardwood, oak, hickory, elm, cherry, but mostly oak. The head bounces out way too much. Save your money.

@odinschulte4759 7 жыл бұрын

Danvil I disagree. I have a big ox and it works perfectly and I split the same kind of wood.

@Sprnklrmn 6 жыл бұрын

Why would you want the head to stick? It’s a separating tool, not a cutting tool.