fiskers

[doubletodd]

I got my fiskers splitting axe today at menards,tried grandpa tractors and i liked it so i got one. like the way it splits and not too heavy.I know we have had this thread but had to say it

 

[bassman]

I just spent 2 hours smashing mine with a sledge to break the handle and it was replaced by warranty

it has a tiny chip out of it and I needed a new one

good unit

 

[bore_pig]

I'm very happy with mine also. I like the fiskers hatchet for when I'm clearing trails too.
I think I would've just coughed up another $40. I don't usually have 2 hours to blow. Must've looked something like this? :computer2:

 

[doubletodd]

I should have got the hatchet too. It was on sale for $14.99

 

[DG2244]

I use the splitting axe regularly. Very well designed, as it does not beat the snot out of you like some mauls will. Also purchased the hatchet and the chopping axe. Have used them all quite a bit this wood season and like them all. The sharpener also works great.:crazy1:

 

[Vangellis]

I was going to start a thread today about using my fiskars super splitter.
Once I got the right swing down, it was great! I'm a smaller guy, so the lighter weight really helps. Definitely a thumbs up and thanks to those on here that posted about it.


Kevin

 

[johnzski]

Have to agree with everyone --had mine for a few weeks now and can't believe how this light little thing can work so well

 

[max2cam]

I haven't gotten my Fiskars splitter yet but I will. I'm done splitting for the year (next years wood) and don't really need it now.

 

[max2cam]

Mental Health Benefits of Cutting Firewood?

An unnecessary trillion dollar plus war, the financial markets in terrible trouble, the U.S. dollar dropping like a rock, inflation surging, fuel prices going up, up, up!

Am I the only one when troubled and weary of bad news finds comfort and solace in the forest cutting firewood?

Or, with apologizes to the Beatles:

"When I find myself in times of trouble,
my trusty chainsaw sings to me,
cutting cords of stove wood, let it be.
And in my hour of darkness, bright flames flicker right in front of me,
cutting cords of stove wood, let it be.

Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be.
cutting cords of stove wood, let it be."

 

[doubletodd]

I haven't gotten my Fiskars splitter yet but I will. I'm done splitting for the year (next years wood) and don't really need it now.

springtime is probly a good time to watch for sales

 

[doubletodd]

An unnecessary trillion dollar plus war, the financial markets in terrible trouble, the U.S. dollar dropping like a rock, inflation surging, fuel prices going up, up, up!

Am I the only one when troubled and weary of bad news finds comfort and solace in the forest cutting firewood?

Or, with apologizes to the Beatles:

"When I find myself in times of trouble,
my trusty chainsaw sings to me,
cutting cords of stove wood, let it be.
And in my hour of darkness, bright flames flicker right in front of me,
cutting cords of stove wood, let it be.

Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be.
cutting cords of stove wood, let it be."

would be interesting to hear about your solar home sometime, or maybe even see it alternative energy seems more interesting to me all the time. have been checking out some windmills and creative heating systems. not an alarmist but like bieng self sufficient and with a five person household,always looking for ways to save energy and $$$

 

[jlficken]

How do you think the splitting axe would work for a tall guy (6' 6")? I haven't ever chopped wood before but bought a house with a stove so I want to try it. Otherwise I am thinking the 2300G here since it has a longer handle:
http://www.hartvilletool.com/product/12265

Thanks for the assistance.

 

[peterrum]

It doesn't matter how tall you are, make sure the top of the round you are splitting is just below belt height. You can adjust the height with different length rounds until you find one that is comfortable. Everyone has their own style and comfort level for chopping and it doesnt take long to find it. Interesting looking Helko Axes, I have never seen them before, definately a different looking design.

 

[Hugenpoet]

I'm very happy with mine also. I like the fiskers hatchet for when I'm clearing trails too.
I think I would've just coughed up another $40. I don't usually have 2 hours to blow. Must've looked something like this? :computer2:

+1 Not my idea of my highest and best use of time.

 

[EastwoodGang4]

Blocks

How do you think the splitting axe would work for a tall guy (6' 6")? I haven't ever chopped wood before but bought a house with a stove so I want to try it. Otherwise I am thinking the 2300G here since it has a longer handle:
http://www.hartvilletool.com/product/12265

Thanks for the assistance.

Prop those babies up on splitting blocks and find a maul/axe that you are comfortable with and split away. Belt hight is good thanks peterrum! comfort is the key....bending over from 6+ feet has got to be hard on the back! find yourself a wood-stander-upper (some descretion needed) and it'll save your back! HA HA HA

 

[jlficken]

Thanks for the help. I'll find something to get the wood at the right height so I don't kill my back. I did go ahead and order the Fiskars and a couple of wedges and will give it a try this weekend when I take possesion of the house. I have a bunch of elm(which I read is a pain to split) that I got for free so I will just start with that and report how I like the Fiskars.

 

[Countrybois]

I just spent 2 hours smashing mine with a sledge to break the handle and it was replaced by warranty

it has a tiny chip out of it and I needed a new one

good unit

Thanks! It sure is nice when those who aren't trustworthy announce it to the world. That way we don't have to guess.

 

[Nailsbeats]

Thanks for the help. I'll find something to get the wood at the right height so I don't kill my back. I did go ahead and order the Fiskars and a couple of wedges and will give it a try this weekend when I take possesion of the house. I have a bunch of elm(which I read is a pain to split) that I got for free so I will just start with that and report how I like the Fiskars.

Good luck with that Elm! (sarcastic)

 

[SawTroll]

I have used the Fiskars 2400 and 1400 for lots of years, and I am very satisfied with them!

 

[jlficken]

Good luck with that Elm! (sarcastic)

A guy I work with split some of it by hand and said it split really easily. Granted that was for maybe an 8-9" round so splitting the 24"+ rounds will be a whole different ballgame but I gotta try since it was free wood and I would rather spend as little money as I have to right now.

I am thinking of trying to split off the perimeter and just keep going around the outside of the round and work my way down to a manageable piece. Does that sound logical?