MechanicMatt
Cut Split Stack Burn
I can't believe somebody told Be he needs to eat his wheaties.......guy splits long rounds on the regular. I like to think I'm in shape and I stick to 20 inch long rounds, mine look like babies compared to Ben's!
Ochsenkopf Splitting Axe Reviews
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No kidding, just a bit of hypocrisy there. From the guy who needs to take a 45 minute break after running a 40 cc saw for 10 minutes tells someone else to get more strength. And the splitting tips too? This coming from a guy who splits less than 2 cords per year and is trying to be a know it all to a guy who does 25 cords a year.
benp
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Not a big deal. I'll take all of the pro-tips I can get.
After my splitting adventures yesterday, I can see where the metal sleeve on the Ocshenkopf would really shine on wood handle splitting tools.
woodchuck357
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Have you ever heard of anyone wearing out a maul?
Which part of the maul are you talking about wearing out?
Mine usually wear out the part attached to the handle at the opposite end of the head. A couple beers and a good night's rest and I'm as good as new though.
Ok, so the Ochsenkopf showed up the other day. First impression, this is a quality tool with a nice fit and finish. So I ordered the one that was 700 mm long and weighed 1250 g. That equates to 27.5" and 2.7lbs. Initially I thought the handle was a little short but I am already over that, just use a taller block to split on. Tried it out on a few different pieces of wood, some smaller rounds and some big rounds that I had halved with a maul. With fairly clean wood(no huge knots) this axe blows wood apart. Have not tried it with any challenging wood yet, will try and get some this week(along with pics). I am now on the hunt for something a little heavier, not sure if I want to go for a maul or a heavier axe.
cutforfun
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Did they copy that design from fiskarsSomebody mentioned the Helko Vario 2000.
Here's mine, it's just to pretty to use.So I hung it on the wall.
Very Nice!
I just got an e-mail today that Baileys is running a sale on Ochsenkopf for $99.
Did they copy that design from fiskars
You lost me, the Helko looks nothing like a X25/27 in head shape, attachment method or design.
Iron Head
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Please PM me where you purchase this axe from.
I can't wait to see some pictures and a run down.
Iron Head
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which axe?Very Nice!
I just got an e-mail today that Baileys is running a sale on Ochsenkopf for $99.
cutforfun
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I was just yanking your chain but they look a lot alike to me
Stihl has there new line up of axes and mauls this year also, brought to you by Ochsenkopf
This one, Gedore Ochsenkopf OX 35 H-3009 Splitting Maul Professional With Hickory Handle -
thefeckerwest
ArboristSite Lurker
Get a length of clothes lines, electric cable or something similar. Wrap it around the handle starting at the head of the axe/maul. Keep each wrap tight against the previous one. Cover about six inches of the handle. Finish off by wrapping insulation tape around the protective wrapping. I do it to all of my striking tools and the handles are protected permanently from overstrike. It is simple, cheap and highly effective.
