How I Restored an Old Camping Axe | Bushcraft Builds #2

I took an old rusty camping axe and gave it a full restoration for Bushcraft Builds #2. I started by sanding the rust from the axe head and repairing the damaged edge before moving on to the handle. I stripped away the old varnish, refined the shape and gave it a more rugged finish. While some filler was curing, I spent a bit of time reading Bushcraft 101 before getting back to the build. Once the handle was ready, I fitted the axe head, scorched the wood with a blow torch, sanded it back and applied linseed oil to bring out the grain and protect the finish. After sharpening the edge, I oiled the axe head, then made a striker guard for the handle and a custom sheath to finish the build. The final step was taking the restored axe out into the woods and actually putting it to work, and thankfully, it performed really well. This is Bushcraft Builds #2, a series where I restore, make and improve useful outdoor gear that I can take out and use on future trips. Explore • Build • Live #AxeRestoration #BushcraftBuilds #Bushcraft #CampingGear #ToolRestoration #OutdoorGear #MarshallAndFreddie Episode 1    • I Made a Drinking Mug from a Cow Horn | Bu...   GoPro Hero13 Black - https://gopro.com/en/gb/shop/cameras/... Instagram -   / mattmarshallmusic   TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@marshallandfr... Business enquiries - marshallandfreddie@gmail.com 00:00 Introduction 00:53 Removing rust from the axe head 03:06 Repairing and grinding the edge 04:04 Stripping the old handle finish 06:07 Reading Bushcraft 101 06:30 Refining the handle 06:56 Fitting the axe head 07:53 Burning the handle 08:26 Polishing the axe head and blade 08:48 Sharpening the axe edge with a wet stone 09:23 Oiling the axe head and handle 10:11 Making the striker guard 11:03 Making the sheath 12:19 Testing the axe in the woods 12:55 Final thoughts Leather Supplier - https://www.boyriven.co.uk/?gad_sourc... Buttons - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09ZP6W9R... Leather Tools - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CN34VWC... Bushcraft 101 - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bushcraft-10...