Block Splitter

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Originally Posted by Vern

And I think you could split a barrow load of wood with the fiskars by the time you've split two bits with the other one:p

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Hello Vern,

However, would using a Fiskars be as much fun as pumping two levers? :p You could run a cam off it and combine arm pump exercise with a steps machine and get a pretty good work out.

Kind Regards
Lionel

Pumping two levers, didn't know you were that way inclined, not that theres anything wrong with that:p

Marty, I've used an older version of the Fiskars Block splitter for about 6 years. It's brilliant. I used to routinely break handles on block splitters or have to reach for the axe/wedge/chainsaw, but not since I've had this one ... very happy with it. Gets a good workout each winter, makes mincemeat of the hardwoods I use in the fire ... all good ... would buy again ! HTH

I recently got a Spear and Jackson splitter with fiberglass handle from the local rural supplies as they didnt have a new handle for my manual splitter.What a piece of crap,it just wants to bounce rather than split,despite looking to be a reasonable bit of kit,it will be replaced.Will look at these Fiskar units and the Sthil one.
Andrew

Fiskar is the go. I have used about 20 different splitters over the years. Fiskars are by far the best. Well balanced and easy to use with long handle. Just use a splitting block to keep the edge out of the dirt. It also works well if used like a golf club with logs in their side. Works well as an axe. Just touch up the edge with a stone after every use and cover with CRC.

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I got a log splitter for my wife......................I thought it was a fair swap!!!

Hee Hee Hee!

They hold up well too - here's mine after 6 years of use (abuse). Attachment 80761Attachment 80762

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Originally Posted by Epic pooh

They hold up well too - here's mine after 6 years of use (abuse)

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I must admit Mick, that while I was waiting for the photos to load (slow interweb connection today), with the description you'd put up I wasn't sure if it was going to be pictures of your wife or your axe. :D

Haha ! She's been holding up to me a lot longer than the splitter and looks better too.

Usefulness is a dead heat ... Haha

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Originally Posted by Vern

Pumping two levers, didn't know you were that way inclined, not that theres anything wrong with that:p

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G'day Damien,

Now keep it clean ... I was thinking more along the lines of an elliptical cross trainer. Unlike these machines if one were to hook it up to a log splitter at least there would be something produced - split wood. Much better than turning wheels around and no actually going anywhere and having your wallet lightened in the process! Gym membership :(

Kind Regards
Lionel