Dan has the axe itch…

I was infected with the Gransfors bug by a friend who seemed to have an endless
supply from a relative living near the factory.  Gorgeous things.  I also live
near the best green woodworkers shop in the UK, and went to fondle several of
the breed.  I didn’t buy.  Here’s why

“You want “How much” for that lump of steel?”  - we all know that feeling when
looking at a new tool.
Still I was tempted, the silky feel of the oiled handle with It’s subtle curves,
and the balance point just ‘there’ and the feel of it as you altered your grip
for taking fine shavings, or for chunky chopping.

The Yorkshireman kicked back and the rationalisation went along the lines of
‘It’s a good steel. It will hold an edge - but I can sharpen stuff, and take a
break a bit more often.’
'The balance and weight are all in the handle shape.  I can shape handles, and
get some practice in fitting them.  Maybe I could make mine an even better fit
for my personal use if I don’t feel I’m carving up something of tremendous
value.’
'Axe heads are maybe a 5.00 spend.  I can re-shape one to be as fine as one of
these, and I won’t care about ruining It’s looks’

So, as Brent said - just make your own.  It will be as sharp, though maybe need
more frequent sharpening.


Or maybe take out a mortgage and see Maurice - take more money, his shop is
packed with stuff you really, really need.


Richard Wilson
Yorkshire Galoot.