One of the sweetest sounds (and feelings) in the outdoors is when a sharpened axe splits cleanly through the wood you are cutting with it. Learning how to sharpen an axe is key to safe and efficient ...

From flat files to whetstones to bench grinders, we walk you through all the tools and tips to get the sharpest edge.

Axes are durable tools, but to perform at their best, the blade (or “bit”) must be kept sharp. Here’s how to maintain that edge using a couple basic tools. Check out the link below for the proper ...