WOODEN NAILS - The forgotten bushcraft technique. My uses, how i craft it and the best wood sorts.

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In this video I show you my use for wooden nails in a Bushcraft scenario. I give you tip and tricks how to craft the best wooden nails and i betray the best wood sorts i know.
I got the inspiration for this video from Sepp Fischer. Please visit his great channel.
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Wood sorts for wooden nails that i had testet:
good: Hazel (Corylus avellana)
better: Ash (Fraxinus excelsior), Beech (Fagus sylvatica), Oak (Quercus)
the best: Robinia (Robinia pseudoacacia), Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens), Dogwood (Cornus),
Cornelian cherry (Cornus mas)
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@JHV166 3 жыл бұрын

I have invested literally THOUSANDS of dollars in various Bushcraft Knives and Axes.. ANd here comes Feliz Immler doing more with a Swiss Army knife than I could ever imagine! YOu sir, I BRILLIANT!

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Jim. Thank you so much for your kind feedback!

@johnharrington4757 2 жыл бұрын

I cant honestly think of a better bushcraft knife than the Morakniv robust. I collect knives so I understand diversity is the spice of life ;)

@donaldstepp4850 Жыл бұрын

I would say knowledge is the most important thing. Yes the sak knife deserves respect though

@baz3184 Жыл бұрын

Let's be honest most of us don't need 90% of the gear we have.

@bajamus69 Жыл бұрын

Knives are like shoes, you could buy a mora like you could buy a pair of crocs they're quality, robust, and versatile, but nobody brags about a mora, you brag about the 2 grand hand Made demascus masterpeice fixblade that you only use on special occasions and only let touch some surfaces

@jamesbarisitz4794 3 жыл бұрын

Rust Proof too! 👍 😃

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot James!!

@seribas 3 жыл бұрын

Use fatwood. Last forever

@Thatsmisteroldguytou 3 жыл бұрын

@@seribas How long do you think these last?

@davidjacobs828 3 жыл бұрын

@@FelixImmler Another masterclass in woodland skills felix.. Thanks, great video. , 😎👍

@alistairlewis2461 3 жыл бұрын

Felix smile and attitude is infectious. He seems SO happy. It’s what we need these days. And his work is just great to see what can be done. Lost arts.

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback!

@alistairlewis2461 3 жыл бұрын

@@FelixImmler Felix. It’s just the truth mate. You are such a breath of fresh air. No pretentious rubbish. Just pure enthusiasm. Thankyou so much. Addicted to your creative methods and honest appraisals. You acknowledge others where they have helped you. Kindest regards from Melbourne Australia.

@jaio33 3 жыл бұрын

@@alistairlewis2461 Spoke for me too

@nn567 3 жыл бұрын

Was just gonna say the same thing!

@Rayofsunshine11 3 жыл бұрын

I think it may be the fact that he is out enjoying himself in nature and providing us with tips on how to do things. I found this channel from Far North Bush Craft and Survival. I get lost in these videos while my work day is slow.

@Setnja92 2 жыл бұрын

You are actually the first man, who i know, who mentioned the true botanical names of the trees (in the description). This is *so much better* and makes them easier to find in literature (or on the internet) for people who does not speak flawlessly english or who does not now the english names, but know these trees under different names. Latin nomenclature is universal, no matter from where you are or what is you native language. Suddenly there is not "some beech wood", but well known fagus; not "some ash", but fraxinus that grows behind your house etc. As a man with botanically oriented education (and only self learned english), i really appreciate it. Little detail that makes your videos a lot more professional in my eyes :)

@ernststravoblofeld 3 жыл бұрын

Traditional Japanese builders used bamboo nails like this. Mostly for shingling roofs. They had a mallet with a spike on one side for starting the hole, then they just pounded it in.

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

I believe... This is a super interesting hint.

@mingshey 3 жыл бұрын

Bamboo wedges are good for cleaving small wood, too. Sturdy and smooth, it penetrates woods softer than itself.

@ghostsinthegraveyard5766 2 жыл бұрын

@@paddor Japanese literally take everything to the extreme, thats the point of Otaku!

@s10m0t10n 3 жыл бұрын

Another tip I can show to my grandsons for their eventual scout camping trips. Knowledge weighs nothing and it may help them one day. Thank you, Felix.

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for your wonderful feedback!

@ZippedUpKitz 3 жыл бұрын

Yes!!! I did that at a campout with my kid when they were in cub scouts… they were freaking out because I was "sharpening" sticks with a pencil sharpener and then used the shavings to start a campfire… now, in Scouts, BSA, I have shown the troop that technique too…

@natejennings5884 3 жыл бұрын

Felix's rocket stove from a log video drew me end. Dude's pretty clever.

@lynnmaners9165 3 жыл бұрын

Watching, and learning, from Felix is both inspiring and relaxing! :-)

@ajbowers44 3 жыл бұрын

@@ZippedUpKitz love that idea! I think I’m going to pack a pencil sharpener in my 5 year olds pack to try it out on our next trip!

@ernstandersen979 3 жыл бұрын

I know shoemakers used small wooden nails in the old days.They were roasted on an iron plate. But i never thought it could be used for bushcraft.👌👍

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for this interesting comment!

@ernstandersen979 3 жыл бұрын

@@FelixImmler I'm so old i've seen it 😄In 1975 there were stil shoemakers who had them lying arond,but they did not use them anymore.

@12thsonofisrael 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, by heating the wood, you can temper it.

@nancygreggpasiecznik4673 3 жыл бұрын

I came across your video by accident. After only a couple of minutes, I subscribed because of your enthusiasm, and the subject matter was unusual, at least to me. I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos! I also subscribed to your friend's (Sepp Fisher's) channel, based on your recommendation.

@richardchristian6504 3 жыл бұрын

Felix, after carving my nails, I place them into a cup or pot with a snug fitting lid. pointed tips towards the bottom of the container. Secure the lid to the container. Place the sealed container up side down next to the bed of hot embers and surround 3/4 the diameter of the container (like making Char). Hard woods usually take 12 to 15 minutes for me. Give this a try. I do not tried with soft woods.

@Kiltman1 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder if fire- hardened nails as you describe could be used for actual joining of two pieces vs used as pegs as demonstrated here?

@richardchristian6504 3 жыл бұрын

@@Kiltman1 All timber framing pegs "nails" are dried hard woods. This makes them stronger, they will no longer shrink like the green wood pegs do when they dry. Fire hardening them makes them more resistant to rot and insect attack. Food for thought

@TomahawkScout 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Felix, another lovely tip video! Keep up the good work brother! There is one further tip I'd like to share with you in regard to hardening the nails... And that is burnishing. By taking the nails after fire hardening and rubbing the newly fire hardened surface on a glass bottle bottom, the flat of your hatchet or knife, or other similarly hard smooth surface, you will buff and compress the fibers even further into a glossy smooth finish not unlike glass. This will reduce friction when pounding them in and also increase durability. Additionally, this will work beautifully on bone tools like awls, nails, and knives. You'd be surprised how hard and sharp a bone knife could get with the right balance of fire hardening and burnishing, I've even seen them shaving sharp in some instances! Anyway, all the best! And keep up the good tips!!!

@kennyking6325 Жыл бұрын

Friends, 50 minutes for a fire temper, that is amazing! Thank you

@FelixImmler Жыл бұрын

Nooooo, you understand me wrong... that was 15 Min not 50 sorry!

@simonize251 3 жыл бұрын

What a clever and humble guy.

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!!

@davidbenner2289 3 жыл бұрын

You "pegged" it, again! Another Class-A, genius IQ class! You are a National Treasure for all of Switzerland!

@S4nyi1 3 жыл бұрын

I learn this fire hardening technique as a child from my grand father. We use it for skewers. But I don't remember what reason. Thank you Felix!

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for your wonderful story!

@atwowhlr6805 3 жыл бұрын

HELLLOOO FELIX! You have taught us many survival skills. This holiday weekend, a group of us girls will be trying camping in the woods for the first time. Thank you. (did I mention we are 70+ yrs)

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! Have fun!

@JesusSaves86AB 3 жыл бұрын

I'm only in my 30's but feel like I belong playing backgammon and cribbage with some cool seniors in between hikes.

@101boertjie 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy the camp ladies, have fun.

@nobodxy 3 жыл бұрын

Sepp was the first bushcraft youtuber i watched. Alongside with Mike they got me into the woods again

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Is Mike = bushcraft bartons ?

@sng2225 3 жыл бұрын

Just when I thought you would run out of new ideas. Genius knows no bounds. Thank you Felix.

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@targetupsc3814 2 жыл бұрын

Felix's expression and vivid smile always give me positive vives and hope. I really don't know but he must be a very positive person that's why it is always reflected through his videos. Thanks bro for teaching us wonderful techniques with your never fading positive outlook and smile. Love from India! ❤️🇮🇳❤️

@czed7515 3 жыл бұрын

Holy shit lmao I just ran outside and tried this and it worked lol I'm amazed. Thanks for the awesome info.

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Super. Thanks a lot Jacob!!

@ognocio 3 жыл бұрын

Don't laugh please, but I started to watch your videos for interesting in bushcraft and now I use them to learn and improve my English! You speak very clear and easy to understand. Thanks a lot!

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for your compliment!

@michaelzimmerman8959 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I took sticks and made wooden nails out of them when I was a young kid and pounded them into trees. Thanks for the refresher course.

@charlesbrightman4237 3 жыл бұрын

Thought: A handheld pencil sharpener to make the pointed end of the 'nail'. (Also, wood shavings from the 'pencil' sharpener can make good tinder).

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Charles. I agree 100%!

@renem.3413 3 жыл бұрын

...I especially liked the part when Felix was drying the woodnails in the ashbed to reduce moisture and receive their maximum hardness. Simple but brilliant!

@ZippedUpKitz 3 жыл бұрын

@mozobrain 3 жыл бұрын

Long point sharpener !

@Cooliemasteroz 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a good idea which led me to another. If you are expecting to be in the bush for a long time and are good at making your own gear like bows and arrows then the pencil sharpener would be handy if you want to attempt to do some would turning. If you don’t know what I’m on about then just look up “turning between centres”. You might be able to make some very straight arrows.

@SpamMusubi308 3 жыл бұрын

What a relaxing way to spend by the fire in the evenings 🤔😁👍💚🤣🤣

@funkmonkeyfun 3 жыл бұрын

I built a wooden mallet and some wooden nails and tried this and man it’s solid as a rock!

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for this wonderful feedback!

@yellowboot6629 2 жыл бұрын

The Best Nails!🤭 esp for survival coffins... 🤣🤣🤣 Thanks Felix!💐

@julialewis8794 3 жыл бұрын

I don't like being outside especially in summer (bugs suck) so I have no idea why you tube started recommending me your channel but I'm so glad it did. Your videos are so interesting.

@Ziethenausdembusch 3 жыл бұрын

Toll, wieder was dazugelernt. Danke Felix!

@RubberTramping 3 жыл бұрын

Hello KZfaq always makes me smile 😁

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@PocketKnivesBlog 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely brilliant!! TY!!

@imafine1 3 жыл бұрын

Love your enthusiasm!

@andylongmore6697 3 жыл бұрын

My grandad used to carve an used wooden spikes, he showed me as a kid how to make an use em in carving an building chairs, joining wood etc. Another thing these are used for are snares, trip line.....he dabbled in mooching as well lol

@MartiniDave02 3 жыл бұрын

Gotta love Felix!

@AP-cu4xr 2 жыл бұрын

This is a highly informative video by a cheerful person ...a must watch for survival. Amazing!!! ✌️✌️✌️

@FelixImmler 2 жыл бұрын

Wowww, thank you so much!

@tom_olofsson 3 жыл бұрын

I am happy I found this.

@djmaydraws3862 3 жыл бұрын

Danke. Das ist super!

@ritaborde1657 3 жыл бұрын

Na das nenn ich mal Hand- Werk!!! Danke für dieses wundervolle Video!!!!

@nicolanicola1067 3 жыл бұрын

Grande come al solito!

@gringoanon4550 2 жыл бұрын

truly commendable bit of survival knowledge

@cordellkent4790 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this lesson Mr Felix. Brilliant

@Matt_The_Hugenot 3 жыл бұрын

Sepp's channels are invaluable.

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

That's my opinion too ! :-D

@andrehollander7073 3 жыл бұрын

So, auch ausprobiert. War heute schon sehr früh unterwegs und da bei uns im Norden sehr viel Weißdorn wächst, habe ich mich für dieses schöne und sehr harte Holz entschieden. Ich kann nur sagen: Super! Schnell gemacht. Ich habe in zwei etwas dickeren Stücken mit der Aale ein Loch gebohrt und mit dünnen Paracord verbunden, kann man prima Kleinkram aufhängen und hat Übersicht am Lagerplatz. Liebe Grüße aus Flensburg ⚓, André

@Downeastwaves 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Sylidotde Жыл бұрын

…und wieder ein mega Video von unserem sympathischen Felix! Dankeschön 😊

@FelixImmler Жыл бұрын

Ich danke dir für den netten Kommentar!

@AnthonyStoneWilliams 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience.

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@joecombs7468 3 жыл бұрын

Every time you mention someone I automatically follow their channel. Your word is enough for me.

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Joe. Thank you very much for your confidence!

@hortensialopez9296 3 жыл бұрын

This trick should be one the first projects and skills for bushcraft, and only 4 key ideas: the angle of tip, the carve the back part, dry it and no need drill a hole. Super and easy

@user-pm5lw2xl2z 7 ай бұрын

Dankeschön herr felix!!

@FelixImmler 7 ай бұрын

Sehr gerne!

@GreencampRhodie 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video & idea. Thank you Felix.

@hightowner5067 2 жыл бұрын

Top !!!!! mega sympatischer Mensch , schön dass es auch noch sowas gibt !!!!

@FelixImmler 2 жыл бұрын

Vielen Dank!!

@ubergamer0198 3 жыл бұрын

Useful AF. Outstanding.

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@waitandsee9345 3 жыл бұрын

Cool. Thanks for the reminder.

@noahdufek7195 3 жыл бұрын

None other than... FELIX IMMLER!!

@timothytrexler6383 3 жыл бұрын

Felix thank you for your light hearted and friendly videos ! Your videos have made bushcraft fun again😁😋 thanks for your time , your new pal from America , Tim.

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Tim. Thank you very much for this wonderful feedback!

@vitaliyg3516 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@Michael_Pealow 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, Felix! Thanks!

@romegastella 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic tip thanks

@user-vz8yl4xr8n 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude. I will definitely try this. Thank you.

@CarlosLopez-mm9ug 3 жыл бұрын

Gracias por compartir. Buen trabajo....Saludos desde Madrid,

@josercarlucci 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent tip Felix, thanks for the video!

@lesdrinkwater490 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Felix

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@Improveng1 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Felix, thank you.

@jvincentpelrine4364 3 жыл бұрын

Another great wood craft lesson. Thank you Felix!

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Vincent!

@sylvieouellet2558 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely awesome! Thanks a lot for showing this.

@Spinningininfinity 3 жыл бұрын

Nailed it😉

@candido2306 3 жыл бұрын

Es maravilloso verte Sencillo práctico y util Bravo Ole

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Muchas gracias!

@VictorNolochemical 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic, thanks 🙏 ☺️

@Dieg0_D 3 жыл бұрын

Si señor !!!…buen vídeo..👍

@vensheaalara 3 жыл бұрын

Great stuff sir! Thank you

@adrian_orange 3 жыл бұрын

Another amazing video thank you mate

@Andrelmiranda 3 жыл бұрын

Another great tip!

@Frantxis 3 жыл бұрын

Bravo 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 muchas gracias

@albe6093 Жыл бұрын

AMAZING!!! Thanks for this video and this technique!!!

@FelixImmler Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@user-nk1ic2qy9p 3 жыл бұрын

Как всегда интересно, просто и практично.

@Thatsmisteroldguytou 3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@jgbsweeper7325 3 жыл бұрын

This is something I have never thought to try. Thanks for the excellent instruction to give us success on our first try !

@povertyhilladventures7088 3 жыл бұрын

Thank Felix. As always a great video!

@mazadan 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful as always Felix.

@carlosmola9388 3 жыл бұрын

You are the best !!

@mgwgeneral6467 3 жыл бұрын

I remember as a kid playing in the hills we tried to make wooden nails. But they never worked like those..... now I understand why. Thanks for taking the time to explain . These just may come in handy one day!

@richardcapote1647 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding 🤙🏼thank you

@FelixImmler Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Richard!

@yellowdog762jb 9 ай бұрын

Felix, you make great videos that are very entertaining and informative. You always have a smile and seem to be in a great mood. You're the type of guy the everyone wishes was their neighbor. Thank you for all of your hard work!

@twilightgardenspresentatio6384 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic again

@eliot1970 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome info, I had never even considered this. Thanks Felix.

@ekimosurac1 2 жыл бұрын

Robinia would make the perfect tree nail. Great vid.

@FelixImmler 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for your tip!

@johnturner6251 3 жыл бұрын

Thankx

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John!

@thelifeofjools8384 3 жыл бұрын

This is superb ! 👍👍 Thank you !

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you too!

@haraldmoser5301 3 жыл бұрын

Großartig! 😍👍

@AFizz-cw3on 3 жыл бұрын

Always learn something new. Thank you!

@FelixImmler 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that!

@jarodmeijer6813 3 жыл бұрын

It is incredible how quickly the nails help to transform your campsite! I loved this video and can not wait for the next one. Thank you Felix!

@fenhir1972 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! 🤯

@thaddeusmikolajczyk4518 3 жыл бұрын

Great idea I would never believe that they would work so good.Thanks for sharing.

@blackhatbushcraft 3 жыл бұрын

This was a FANTASTIC video my friend! I was thinking already to myself, "They can be even better if we fire harden," and then sure enough, you did it! Beautiful and thorough presentation! This is bushcraft at it's best.

@Fernando-kb1hp Жыл бұрын

Muchísimas gracias por compartir toda su experiencia👍👌 Son vídeos fantásticos y llenos de inimaginables oportunidades que nos da la Naturaleza para aprovecharla en caso de necesidades o simplemente para disfrutar con ella. Chapo👌👏👏👏👏👍

@FelixImmler Жыл бұрын

Muchas Gracias!

@rottiejakeluke 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed listening and learning this from you. Your method of presenting the information was not only educational, but wonderfully enjoyable . Thanks