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A practical blacksmithing project focused on making durable hand tools designed for one tough job: splitting stone.

I’ve been splitting firewood for more than 40 years. In that time, I’ve developed a strong sense of what the best tools for the job are. I’m squarely in the maul camp—at least 6 pounds, but preferably ...

Few methods of home heating are as iconic and rewarding as burning wood—especially if you cut and split it yourself. The hard physical work of splitting firewood is missing from most other heating ...