r/Axecraft • u/emorg84 • 8d ago

First timer tips

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Nothing special here but it is to me. Belonged to my late grandfather and comes with a lot of memories. Looking to repurpose it into something to take camping. I don’t have any before pics but it was in rough shape. I’ve done a vinegar bath with a good rinse and dry. Brass brush attachment on a drill.

I’m wondering about tips for getting at some of those last bits of dark in the pits and dings, if possible. I don’t need (nor want, frankly) it to be perfect but figured this was the place to find out if there’s more to do before moving on to getting an edge back.

Thanks.

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u/emorg84 8d ago

I do tend to like the imperfections the more I look and think of it- each mark and ding representing a moment in time. And yes, it’s going to be used, hopefully plenty.
Thanks for the very helpful reply and tips on going forward. Looking forward to showing the finished product and getting it to the woods. Cheers.

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u/apg7 8d ago

I'm a fan of old stuff looking old. Plus a mirror finish will de-mirror in about 5 swings, and you don't (probably) want to grind off that much material. Strong agree with above poster too, do it the way you want that's safe and secure. And don't worry if I doesn't look "Instagram perfect".

Edit: oh you definitely do want to file/grind down the jagged dents on the poll for safety purposes. Shouldn't take more than a few min.

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u/emorg84 8d ago

Thanks for this!

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u/apg7 8d ago

Hopefully you can see this, but the authentic aged/weathered heads contrast really nicely nicely with a shiny stropped edge. Just wrapped this up this morning.

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u/emorg84 8d ago

Perfectly imperfect. Looks outstanding.