Fiskars X15 Axe: Right Choice?

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10 жыл бұрын

tinyurl.com/mdwx6y6 Preparedmind101 has long been known for not being the biggest axe advocate, however...I am open to having my mind changed. The Fiskars X15 is the first full sized axe I have purchased, and the first of several other axes, hatchets, and hawks (coming soon). In this video I give my take on the feel on it and how I would want to use this, as well as my first chop test and impressions.
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@JohnTheFrugalFatGuy 8 жыл бұрын

It's not that Fiskars doesn't break, but if you can break it, send Fiskas a picture and they will replace it FOR LIFE. Never a need to replace a handle. And if that's too big to carry, try the X7 shorter axe.

@joelvansickle3623 4 жыл бұрын

I just ordered my 2 days ago then I found this video. Thanks for sharing the lifetime warranty! Mine is the newer version of what he has, it's all black. My first good axe and I'm very excited

@Trekker88888 10 жыл бұрын

You speak balance but the truth is that when actual point of balance is as close of the blade as possible it chops the best possible way the as little amount of force as possible. That´s why Fiskars is "heavy" at the top. They´re made to chop wood, not ninja games. And what comes to that destruction test, they beat the handle sideways into a rock. So it wasn´t about actual durability. They just wanted to see how long does it take to brake it. It´s like driving a car into to telephone pole as long as it moves. Nothing to do with how that car is made or is it good or bad. That particular axe is not meant for backpacking or close up work. There is a model for that purpose too. Close up work is done with a knife or similar to that. I always find it incredibly weird that one tool should always manage to do every task that you can think of even when they´re clearly not design that kind of work.

@DefMunkyYT 9 жыл бұрын

While I can agree with wanting something that will last a lifetime with normal use, axes seem to be kind of an exception as the head is the important part, the handle will eventually fail no matter who makes it or the material. As long as the head is of good quality the handle can be replaced in the case of most wood handled axes. The problem with these axes and their polymer or fiberglass handles is that they are made to be cheap and disposable. If the handle breaks, buy another one. So in that light it seem kind of pointless to do a test like that with this type of tool. Unless you plan to die young, count on an axe handle to eventually fail, either due to age, wear, or user error. Please note I am not saying a tool can't last a lifetime (or three lol), just that it seems unrealistic to think that the particular tool you buy will based on a destruction test of a different tool. Each tool will have its own specific breaking point even in perfect conditions. Add in all the variables and then you start to understand why pretty much every company has a warranty and service department. That being said, I also like destruction tests that show the limits of a tool but I don't count on them showing me what will last a lifetime. They only show that when used what they should be used for and not abused, the tool should be able to handle it.

@Trekker88888 9 жыл бұрын

***** Point is that you don´t expect to drive with that car after it´s been crashed into hundreds of pieces.

@tomthomas334 5 жыл бұрын

i just bought the 28 inch one for 53 out the door, havent used it yet

@joelvansickle3623 4 жыл бұрын

True Trekker! I have a Ka-Bar Tanto for up close and an axe for wood... unless my axe is already in my hands

@no1garbologist 10 жыл бұрын

A great truck axe to throw behind the seat. I've also used mine for a sledge at times. Going on 8 years now and still love it.

@dougelick8397 9 жыл бұрын

So it's a bad axe, even though it chops wood great? For under $40 bux? Under 3.4 lbs. A Granfors Bruks Small Forest is about the same size, weights about 2 lbs and costs $120. You might want to check out the Gerber Camp Axe II (same as Fiskars X10). It has the same head, about 2.4 lbs and is more packable. Or even the X7 hatchet, which weighs 1 lb. You'd be shocked what the little X7 can do. I'd argue that if you manage to break one of those Fiskars handles, you'd better have a half dozen wooden spares ready to go if you use a traditional axe.

@sackett68 10 жыл бұрын

First off ANY full size axe is going to be heavy. And I wouldn't carry one when backpacking. Secondly what the full size Fiskars offers is an axe that chops and chops well. As far as I am concerned what more do you want? I know there are better axes out there, but not too many in the same price range.

@OH8STN 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting the video This particular Fiskars axe is not meant to be carried around in a backpack. There are many versions, dedicated to different objectives. The X15 is a serious wood shed, or dedicated wood chopping tool like you mentioned. The reason Fiskars abandoned the replaceable handle, they could make this handle with additional benefits, at a throw it away and buy a new one cost level. One thing you may not know about the handle. it's designed to work down to -30C without becoming brittle and thus breaking! You can take it inside or leave it outside in the cold without the swelling/sweating associated with wooden handles. Finally that fiber handle doesn't store cold like metal, meaning your hands stay warmer during cold weather use, which is a survival benefit!

@jerex112 6 ай бұрын

well said

@Dan-sq5cv 8 жыл бұрын

Gransfors Forest axe 2.6lb . 25" $190 Wetterling Scandi Forest axe 3.5lb 25.5" $120 Fiskars X15 axe 3.4lb. 23.5" $ 40 Estwing Camp axe 4.3lb. 26" $ 45 avg weights and prices for E=Bay adds All are good axes my pref would be the wetterlings also, not for weight or balance but quality of forging, weight over the GB and EW, and easier to repair by placing a stick through a hole then lashing a head to y Tomahawk style.

@Imightberiding 7 жыл бұрын

Those "axe guys" on KZfaq who don't like the Fiskars axe are snobs with limited to moderate experience. I won't name one rich guy with moderate experience who is known for his axe "expertise" & plays at homesteading & his many toys & calls the Fiskars "The Hateful Axe". It would appear that he is a bit of a luddite when it comes to this axe & technology. I'm an old man with decades of experience. Fiskars is a good functional design & works well with little to no maintenance. It is an affordable everyman's axe. No. it is not my choice for bushcrafting but for every day wood processing it is hard to beat. I own many classic wooden handled axes & hatchets of all designs, heritage & country of manufacture influence. Of course I like my beautiful classic axes but you are correct sir; that axe chops well. as for the hockey tape, good idea for the width of one hand at the end of the handle. It provides needed grip for your main gripping hand. You want the rest of the handle smooth so your guiding hand can slide down the handle while you swing. Cheers.

@perttutorvinen9180 6 жыл бұрын

I agree with you about KZfaq snobs. First time I saw a video from the same guy you’re referring to, I had a feeling that he is biased for some reason. Time passes and he uploads some videos about Fiskars. And I don’t understand why he hates those axes so much? Hate might be a too strong word, but nevertheless he puts Fiskars at the bottom of axes. But then I realised. Even though he has a video of Fiskars chopping axe vs. his favourite axe in which he admits that Fiskars performed better, he still favours the old one. And the reason is because it’s better looking, or more traditional etc. Which is fine, I get it, beautiful objects are beautiful. But that also made him look like a snob, after all who cares about the look, when function matters, as is in tools? Also, many people don’t seem to know, that Fiskars is the oldest company still manufacturing axes in the world. They have probably more knowledge about axe making process with subtle nuances than anyone else, because they’ve done and refined these tools for hundreds of years. Way longer than any American company at least, since USA didn’t exist when Fiskars was already making good axes.

@CedricAda 10 жыл бұрын

Gerber Gator brand has the mid size at axe under that umbrella. Same steel, made in the same place, just black coloured and a few inches shorter. That might be the one to pack.

@schizzultz 8 жыл бұрын

I have the same axe but much older. I throw it at trees, hammer with it, abuse it, and it's a great axe. Carried on a belt, it's nice for backpacking. I like the leverage over the shorter pack axes

@Stormcloakvictory 4 жыл бұрын

Comming from a forestry back ground, in that echelon fiskars is actually pretty well respected on average, but there's also alot of purists that just need an original axe, steel and wood, not only because it's traditional but also more practical because you can replace the handle and repair it more. However, from a business perspective they often liked fiskars alot. Soft steel that's hard enough but very very easy to sharpen And the handles are definitly more durable than wood, but still if it breaks it's useless. (But generally fiskars has a good return) They're workhorses, that's what I love about em. But doesn't have the soul of a traditional axe. Edit: and great ergonomics.

@TyphoidSnaily 8 ай бұрын

I love the lifetime warranty personally. My wife likes to joke that nothing is "DJ Proof" so something that is easy to replace or warranty is always good.

@joesphx19 10 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to your full time effort. This was an example of a good first impression. Axes are very important to those of us that stay away from the car while camping. We always carry one with the Scouts and you are correct on the balance and usefulness of a better quality tool.

@NocturnalState303 6 жыл бұрын

I have a question: how do think that fiskers would do with dead dried wood? I live in the city so all the wood that I'm tipicly grt is very random. Like from the side of the road or off of Craigslist or something. So its its not that fresh wood.

@MichaelTravis12c27 10 жыл бұрын

Chris, your first impressions of the X15 pretty much mirror my experience with it. It is a chopping beast but I have no desire to pack it either. I recently got a Wetterlings Fine Forest Axe and can honestly say I will have no problem packing that one with me. It is beautifully crafted, well balanced and just feels more versatile. The X7 is a different animal. That is very packable. It is a long time favorite.

@sweetcostarica 10 жыл бұрын

I own a Fiskars X7, X15, X17, a Wetherlings, 2# Hudson Bay Premium Velvicut® axe, and the newest Fiskars black in color non-X line: the Hatchet & 28" Axe. Plus I live in Alaska so I will say his or her axe choice depends on the persons needs, wants, tastes, and ego. I said "her" on purpose because women are better "Axemen" than men. Why do women chop wood better than men? 1. They take their time and let the axe do the work. 2. On the whole they try to be accurate with their chops. Most men are in a hurry to chop trees down and use powerful inefficient swings (the ego part). Women are more accurate and although use more less powerful chops get the job done faster and with much let effort. This is why the lightweight Fiskars X-Line and newer non-X Line are pretty good axes for all types of outdoor folk. I personally like the easy to sharpen scandi edge of the Fiskars and not having to worry about the handle breaking or axe head loosening. Check out Noseman's video on his Fiskars X15 axe choice in the KZfaq video below: "My bushcraft kit PT 1 by Norseman"

@kakarotcabage3573 10 жыл бұрын

how was the edge on the axe after use? does the edge hold because i heard a lot about how the steel is soft and looses its edge quick

@JBMuffinman187 10 жыл бұрын

It's as if you don't want to say you think a Fiskar/Gerber product is good. Your wielding a large, wood processing axe, that is very affordable and good at what it's designed to do. Just because something isn't great for a B.O.B. or hiking/backpacking doesn't mean it's not a good tool. That be like saying a craftsman or snap-on tool set isn't great because they can't be easily transported.

@preparedmind101 10 жыл бұрын

Fiskars is not the same as Walmart Bear Grylls crap knives. I think it's a good tool, just not for the purposes of this channel.

@kylesonsalla7620 6 жыл бұрын

PREPAREDMIND101 All the same company.

@bobpuvel1 10 жыл бұрын

What a milestone! Thanks Chris!

@Markkrochuk1979 10 жыл бұрын

Congrats on going full time. I find your videos very informative and helpful.

@scottb630 4 жыл бұрын

It’s a “x15 Chopping Axe”, that you have used ONCE. I’m sorry your “review” is not one that a viewer can take seriously.

@nimacrpm3699 10 жыл бұрын

Where did you buy the pathfinder Greenland axe? I've been looking for one but I can't find one for sale.. Thanks!

@mickmoriarty7780 6 жыл бұрын

It's interesting that you tape the handle which prevents you from sliding you hand along when lifting and raising it. Sorta adding something that makes you work harder and prevents correct usage. I haven't found a fiskars product that didn't punch above its weight. Great products, provided you can think outside the square.

@athakravi111airsoft3 10 жыл бұрын

What do you guys think of the x7 hatchet by fiskars

@cudarocker 10 жыл бұрын

I broke the original handle on mine..I ended up making a new handle by slotting a hickory handle and lashing it with paracord. I boiled water and poured it over the paracord, causing it to shrink and tighten the wraps and knots. Works good so far. For more permanent solution, I'd probably use a bit of high strength epoxy and wrap but it was a quick fix and so far so good. Not a bad camp axe in my opinion.

@Abbbb225 7 жыл бұрын

Tac, how'd you get on Chris's channel?

@skartimusprime4779 7 жыл бұрын

Man... Glad you upgraded your camera! Haven't gone back and watched many of the vintage videos but it really does show now haha :)

@RealitySurvival 10 жыл бұрын

It all comes down to physics... so true!

@jeffreycooper4317 10 жыл бұрын

I use mine for weekend backpacking never no its there and it saves time and energy when you need to and that makes up for the few extra pounds over a hatchet that is not much litter and you don't use as much energy using it because your done faster and it dose the work for you

@shawndoyle6460 4 жыл бұрын

I have this axe and a Kabar Kukuri.... and both are kick ass!... process a lot of wood and carry them both when staying over night...

@losteden 8 жыл бұрын

i have same axe, its very easy and fast to sharp. but other way is prone to chip and get dull, but i prefer this one than other bigger and expensive brands i have done a convex edge on it and its bite wood very deep and never get stuck... love this axe i have a hultrafors axe, is more hard and hard to sharp also, and the handle come loose to me twice. thats why i love fiscars. If GB or WEttlgs cost the same as this i go for them. big huge price diference no way

@nippleofdoom3470 9 жыл бұрын

What else would you do with your axe beside chopping and splitting? Fight dragons in the woods? Midgets and elves maybe?

@clarksonchief 10 жыл бұрын

Lol, when I got mine the first thing I thought was Wow. Then it has the golf club effect, light weight handle+ heavy head= lots of head speed. Its made for heavy wood processing not a back packers tool or bush craft tool imo. I do use my x7 hatchet allot on over nights and camping. When you mentioned splitting nothing beats a x27 that's what hooked me on friskers , nothing even compares .

@saxman7131 10 жыл бұрын

That thing is a beast but I found it head heavy also. Thanks for the videos!!

@WilliamKister 9 жыл бұрын

You want a heavy ax, get an American Felling ax. 3 lbs is light comparatively speaking. It's not a hatchet with a 1 lb head. If you want portable do an X7. I love a wood handle in comparison and I love my Gransfors Bruks and a Council Velvicut Hudson Bay ax that I have but I will say the Fiskars X series will out cut them weight for weight. They won't hold an edge quite as well but they sharpen up easily.

@celticwitan 8 жыл бұрын

I bought a Fiskars X7 hatchette... lighter and still tough... but the plastic carry sheath sucks. It needs a belt carry which you will have to make, or figure out how to attach it to a back pack. Or throw it in your pack I guess. Still the pastic sheath adds weight. It reallt needs a leather or kydex or even a nylon sheath. A bslt carry loop on an X7 would be a plus. I keep trying to think of a way to modify the plastic sheath or make one for belt carry... either looped belt or a duty belt which is wider.

@eldugio75 10 жыл бұрын

the time of year you are out is the time of year you'd want an axe this size. that size would be over kill in the warmer months, but the processing of wood means your life when bugging out in subzero temps.

@patricksullivan3837 10 жыл бұрын

My friend has this same axe and as you found it works great, but after watching wranglerstar's videos I restored an old boys axe and it is so much nicer and lighter, hardly cost me anything either.

@TheSKS76239 10 жыл бұрын

It's a good thing for an axe to be top heavy. Knives are for carving, slicing and general cutting, axes are for chopping and splitting. Although it's cool if an axe can slice, it's not natural. Vice versa with knives.

@maulstik 8 жыл бұрын

lmao this is a 24" axe ofc it's not gonna be one of your 12" micro hiking hatchets. This is gonna be able to do what your 12" micro hatchet can't do, that is actually felling trees. Why are you even complaining about the weight it's like I'm complaining the worksharp system sucks as a sharpener cuz I can't carry and use it in the field.

@midnightranger3503 7 жыл бұрын

maulstik those camping axes suck dick, real axe is best in survival

@mickbator6979 10 жыл бұрын

I need to get me a good hatchet/boy's ax for go bags and camping. I look forward to your ax series.

@mattschranghamer 10 жыл бұрын

When are you planning to review the condor Axe from Daves website?

@garytripp5793 10 жыл бұрын

The x15 is 23inches long. For camping and bushcraft the x7 is 14 inches or the x10 is 17 inches long. Which would be better ihave made feather sticks with both easily chopped and splitt wood with either. The x7 is more for my sons the x10 tho I have split wood up to 10 inch diameter logs with ease. These r what fiskars calls chopping axes aka felling axes. the x11 x17 x25 and x27 are splitting axes the wedge on those r more extreme but work great for splitting. It depends on climate legth of stay and what size trees youd be getting as to what ur axe size ud need whether the weight of bigger or smaller axes has merit

@shadowshadow2094 8 жыл бұрын

how much does it weigh

@COWBOYJDUB 10 жыл бұрын

I have a few fiskars (not this one), I have the big splitting maul, the smallest hatchet they make and a slightly larger hatchet. I also have a wetterlings, several estwings, and various other axes and hatchets. I have never had a splitting maul split better or outlast the fiskars, whether wood handled, plastic handled, fibre glass handled... They all break. I live in northern alberta canada and have only wood heat. I used to go through at least one broken axe per year splitting fire wood, my fiskars splitter has lasted 3 years so far. The little hatchet is my fave. They may not be indestructible, like you said everything can break, they may not be nearly as sexy as my wetterlings, but I think they are the best bang for the buck, by far.

@glockfan112 10 жыл бұрын

One that looks great is the redesigned condor 1 pound scout hatchet. Very few videos on that in general and looks like it might give higher end hatchets a run for its money.

@jacobbcox1985 3 жыл бұрын

I have 5 Fiskars X15, X17, X27, N7 and N10. The X15, X17, and X27 and my around the house work axes. My truck axes are the N7 and N10. My Camping Axes are Gransfors Bruk Wildlife Hatchet and Small Forest Axe. With that you will not need any more axes or hatchets. Now it you go full Tactial ninja you may like a WKII Wild Bill Axe or the Medford Bearded Hawk Axe. But then your dumping over $1,000 on 2 Tomahawks/Axes but they are both awesome.

@kkwZero 10 жыл бұрын

Get the Fiskars X7, that's the camping hatchet that compares to the Schrade stuff size wise. It fits inside the backpack and outperforms many hatchets in comparable sizes and weights.

@kaizoebara 10 жыл бұрын

Yeah, what he said. Get the X7if you want to have something portable.

@preparedmind101 10 жыл бұрын

Already done.

@davidricci7736 5 жыл бұрын

Politely, it's a splitting axe and not an all-purpose axe. Top-heaviness is it's strength.

@MegaWoodswalker 10 жыл бұрын

Fiskars is real good for the money IMHO. The smaller hatchet model has a little too much vibration in the handle for my liking but it will probably never break but then again never say never. Used one in my pack for over a decade. Maybe try their smaller offerings if packing is an issue. Almost forgot... thumbs up for the review.

@allenwhite6946 10 жыл бұрын

you ought to check out the Zippo axe/splitter/saw, it looks pretty neat but do not know how good it would hold up, since the lighter company now makes outdoor type stuff

@shabear1000 10 жыл бұрын

of course it's going to be heavy, IT'S AN AX, you are more on knifes. BTW, the cost? the weigh? if you carry 3 "knifes", is'nt it about the same weight as carrying ONE ax? just wondering.

@CheapOutDoorGearReview 10 жыл бұрын

Well I think this video answered my question this will be the axe I will pick up thanks for the video

@Player-fr3vc 10 жыл бұрын

I prefer a higher quality full size axe but the Fiskars x7 14inch I think, is one of the best hatchets I've ever used.

@amongstedibles5159 10 жыл бұрын

Dang bra, looks like your still in winter mode! no more snow and a comfy +8 celcius here in BC , canada :D

@MrVegarjenssen 10 жыл бұрын

Fiskars plastic a few years back was bad in cold tempratures, which is weird seeing that its a nordic made axe. But in recent years they have upped the quality and i have yet to brake any of mine now. If this is to big then try out smaller sizes. They come in MANY different sizes and their small axes chop good aswell

@walkerburt8814 10 жыл бұрын

I have to x15s one is a splitting wedge with a handle and the other is in the back of my car

@preparationnation2447 10 жыл бұрын

I'm getting this one..and an Estwing...wood breaks too easy..thanks Chris..

@Thereal111t 10 жыл бұрын

Wranglerstar channel has had a good value axe video just this past week. Good to watch if you're looking for more candidates to test.

@XxJammyJoesxX 10 жыл бұрын

You might want to consider trying the fiskars x7 hatchet

@hillboy-pq9qp 10 жыл бұрын

fiskar axes are great tools me and a friend go round and round though i prefer estwing he goes with the fiskar they both get the job done at the end of the day its all what you like

@sirbgyuri1811 10 жыл бұрын

Nice review thanks for sharing

@MattSalgeKNIFEJUNKIE13 10 жыл бұрын

Awesome brother can't wait for the new vids and I'm actually surprised that u tested a fiskars idk why I just would never think you would keep it up brother "KNIFEJUNKIE13"

@levibradshaw1861 10 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris can you do a review on the Kershaw one ton?

@retiredguy9743 9 жыл бұрын

The axe is supposed to be weight forward, for chopping and cutting.So the wetterling is good for close to the head work but really not good for chopping, Well you made up my mind for me, fiskers all the way. After all thats what it is designed for. If i need to do some small, more detailed work i will use my machete. Thanks

@codycuppes6954 4 жыл бұрын

Something I have not seen posted on. Finland uses axes differently than most other countries. Watch some videos of people from Finland using traditional Finnish axes to chop wood AND build log cabins. They pry laterally with their axes to a degree than would break the handle out of a gransfors or American axe. The old Bilnas axe which was the traditional axe, has a much larger eye and a collar, It was made for the twisting and prying. The Fiskars is also. Take your Gransfors or Council Tool axe and use then side by side with a Bilnas or Fiskars and use like an axe is used in Finland and the Gransfors or Council would probably not survive long.

@zepplyledson9622 8 жыл бұрын

Its not something I would use in my survival gear, but even though its somewhat heavy, its my go to axe for camping and even simple winter backpacking. Now as a hatchet, the X7 might make you real happy. But hey, anyways, lot of respect that you admit to being a nub, when it comes to axes!!

@levibradshaw1861 10 жыл бұрын

Now the fiskars x7 hatchet is a different story that little guy is a fantastic chopper in a smaller more usable package.. It doesn't way that much and you can put it in your pack.. My personal opinion is that I think its a better alternative then a full size axe for your survival pack

@AlaskanFrontier1 10 жыл бұрын

well all i have to say is ALL handles on axes break. You need to be able to replace the handle. Go G.B.A or Wetterlings.

@kbbjedi 10 жыл бұрын

I've been waiting for months to see which tool/blade would finally do the Dead Tree of Death in!

@poisoncobra7 10 жыл бұрын

buy the x10 or x7... i have the x7 and it's awesome and lightere

@JohnHondo11997 7 жыл бұрын

"When if comes to actually chopping, this does it" hahaha

@christiandreher6006 10 жыл бұрын

I just got my first axe this week. Husqvarna Forest Axe. Made by hand by Hults Bruks in Sweeden. 65 bucks. The profile is far skinnier than that Fiskars so it bites deeper. The Fiskars looks like it would split logs better though.

@preparedmind101 10 жыл бұрын

I've got that on my amazon wish list.

@MrProctitus 3 жыл бұрын

If it breaks I can probably still use the head as a wedge at least

@briancook8938 5 жыл бұрын

Not true on the MacGyver fix there's a way to fix it and works very well and takes about 10 minutes to do look up stone axis handle and see 4 your self

@matthewfranczak213 10 жыл бұрын

its about time you did an axe. i think you should try the fiskers x7. its a good carry item and its good for chopping would and its small. its a hatchet.

@preparedmind101 10 жыл бұрын

Got mine today. Love it!!

@ksmith6wm6 10 жыл бұрын

Wouldn't mind seeing your impressions of the Freemont Farson Blade rigged up to be a hatchet/axe.

@ksmith6wm6 10 жыл бұрын

Or the new tomahawks that CRKT is comming out with soon.

@preparedmind101 10 жыл бұрын

ksmith68wm6 I have email alert up on that on BladeHQ and will buy the second they are out. Same with the Kershaw Tactical T-Hawk.

@kulyon 10 жыл бұрын

No doubt this axe is probably the best chopping axe for its size. I can split logs when they are lying down with mine. I paid 25 bucks for mine so for 25 bucks you can destroy logs nicely. Find the Husqvarna small forest axe for around 60 bucks. by far to me the best carry axe for the money.

@TheZeno4444 10 жыл бұрын

Silky Big Boy Saw. Slim and light, under 1 lb., 16 inches long folded, fits in my lumbar waist pack. Mine is the Extra Large Teeth, ( 4 tooth sizes, each with different colored handles). Faster, lighter, packable, cuts over head, safer, and quieter than axes. Silky Katanaboy, next step up, is expensive and 21 inches long, but it has been known to beat chainsaws (4 inch log in 6 strokes).

@heyoldtime8969 5 жыл бұрын

Chris, I think most axemen are nostalgic for axes with wooded handles. Axes from 40 bucks to 400 bucks have wooded handles and polamer is just not good. Well the facts are that polamer handles are great! they are strong, light and overall tough as nails. I have the X11 with the 17 inch handle and yes grip tape would be an advantage. An axe is not a carving too it chops and splits. Your knife carves and feathers. Your right everything breaks if misused and abused. If you have respect for your tool it will take care of you. Great vid.

@michaelperkins9936 10 жыл бұрын

good vid thx brother!

@Cignas6 10 жыл бұрын

Alot of great recommendations here for bushcrafting type axes. however, if going tactical, Check out Hardcore Hardware Axes. Pricey but built like a tank and great for carry on a chest rig or pack.

@juainott5281 8 жыл бұрын

Exactly! Anything can break cause as far as i know There is no adamantium stuff around Yet for the price they work well By the time the axe break you could have save enough money to buy something else

@nlesiak3 6 жыл бұрын

eh, it's like a $30 axe. if it breaks you could use the head as a splitting wedge or something if you really felt the need to reuse it

@mario6279 10 жыл бұрын

hey chris you should try to get your hands on a chris reeve pacific and do a review he makes good knives like your channel keep up the good work by the way I have a question. do you like buck knives i never hear you talk about them or see any in you videos

@michaelstjohn6086 10 жыл бұрын

X-15 $40 4.35 lbs Grans scandi forest axe $130. 2.5 lbs Grans American felling axe $190. 4.75 lbs unless you want to go into logging its a pretty easy comparison.

@ben6089 4 жыл бұрын

I love my Fiskars Axe, but he has a point, carrying it is annoying with the balance of it. Something heavier but more balanced would be easier. Great to swing though.

@mikeprice6028 10 жыл бұрын

Chris still watching just wanted to know when your going back to the basic videos like shelters, food like trapping or edibles in the wild one can only take so many knives when it hits the fan

@bjorngrutterink5038 8 жыл бұрын

my first impression:) pls when you lift the axe when your gonna strike place your right hand closer to the head, its lighter en better for your body. then place your hand back to your other on the end and make your strike :) have an good day

@Wingman115 10 жыл бұрын

Chris that log is the most famous chopping log on KZfaq! You may have to name it.

@preparedmind101 10 жыл бұрын

It does have a name. It's the Dead Tree of Death.

@Wingman115 10 жыл бұрын

PREPAREDMIND101 Sweetness!

@daveh9474 7 жыл бұрын

breaks? use the head as a wedge.

@RamBowMike 2 жыл бұрын

Fiskars has been our family's ax for many decades! Fiskars are serious choppers...

@jimsmith5867 10 жыл бұрын

It's a splitting axe...for splitting firewood....not chopping down trees. It's design to split with it's V shaped head and weight.With the coating on the axe head it will prevent it from getting stuck in the wood when splitting the wood....

@dallasn16 10 жыл бұрын

You spent quite a while complaining about the weight but never told us how much it weighed. You are completely right though, at over 3 pounds there is no way I would strap that to my pack. The x11 might be a better option for hiking.

@sheltonwilliams472 9 жыл бұрын

Are you a real life ninja, or do you just play one on you tube?

@roddyrockabilly 9 жыл бұрын

I bought my x17 for hunting and it splits anything from trees to saplings to pig skulls...take your pick...horses for courses...some better some worse...does everything i want it too and its light and fits in the pack.

@bushleague3472 5 ай бұрын

I've had this axe for 15 years, and while its chopped a lot of wood and lived to tell the tale, I honestly cant figure out why they put a head this heavy on a handle this short. The reasons for a short handled axe is so that the axe can be used one handed, is better for delicate work, and to make the axe more portable... this axe rather sucks on all counts. It does make more sense than the x10 though, which is a 2 1/4lb head on a hatchet handle!

@elcas20012003 10 жыл бұрын

So it's a wood axe npt a ninja stuff nice review that is what "I" want my axe to perfom so fiskars it shall be for me

@scoutingfreegermany 10 жыл бұрын

I totally agree Chris, in Germany many people working in the woods or the garden, use Fiskars axes. And yes, they are great choppers, no doubt about it! But, and this is why I like your impressions, Fiskars axes are not designed to be bushcraft axes with different tasks. They simply are choppers. And it's true they are "head heavy", if the handle brakes "your not gonna Mc Guyver" another one, etc. Therefore it's a matter of use. If you're out in the woods or garden, doing simple woodwork, Fiskars are really doing the job for the price. But like I said, they are not supposed to be designed as bushacraft axes imho. Thanks for showing this. Atb Marc

@thepaw5944 10 жыл бұрын

I know that this isn't an axe, but have you done a reveiw(if you haven't please do one) of the becker necker?

@christopherseufert849 6 жыл бұрын

Compare Gerber and Fiskars axe's

@daryooshfatemi 4 жыл бұрын

Fiskars is great. Always great. These are the scores I give unbiasedly. I have 365(x25), x7, x5. Joy of use 7/10 Design 8/10 Functionality 9/10 Reliability 10/10 Value 10/10 Ps Not directly related, but I have never seen “bad” from Finland.

@poisonousbadge126 3 жыл бұрын

people dont like the axe because of its modern design. I love the design and it works well at a low price. Amazing