In the last couple of entries, we’ve covered a range of hand tools used to peel and prep logs to use in log cabin building. This time, we’ll look at some mechanical or power methods to do this job.

I made a bolt on log splitter for my machete! I use a hatchet and a machete often and I wanted to combine the functionality of both into one tool that I can keep in the back of my truck. I made a log ...