"Yesterday was the first day I really got to field test the knife. I took it on a hike to collect arrow shafts. For use, I started with cutting the base of the sapling off and then hacked the branches off. The debranching basically consisted of sliding the knife down the stem from bottom of sapling up towards the top, this prevented any grain tear. The weight of the knife made it a pleasure to wield and perfect for hacking branches. I frequently pick it up and admire it's beauty. It's a masterpiece, the handle is gorgeous, and the blade has a sweet curves. I'm incredibly happy with the knife."

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"A year ago or so I ordered one of Adriaan's bearded axes of limbing axe size. I am here to tell you that the axe is very balanced, holds an edge, and works exceptionally well. It's quite similiar to the bearded hand axe shown on his web site, but somewhat larger. The axe is a credit to it's maker and I am proud to own it.