I decided to build an end grain Target. The end result looks really good, but after a few throws I'm wondering if I did something wrong in the process. For the axe to stick, I noticed that the whole block of wood has to split as well. Is this normal? The axe I'm using is a simple hatchet from the hardware store (~20€). 40cm length and 800g weight

I wet the wood before throwing. I don't think I am throwing too hard, with less power the axe does scratches to the target.

Maybe wrong type of wood?(Gosh I hope not...)

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I've propped it against a cabinet door so that handle is close to perpendicular. The head is clearly mounted at an angle, as only the blade end is touching the shelf. Other Ace axes don't look like this. The blade itself is more curved and recedes more at the top than any other photos. And the top of the axe head seems concave where in other online photos the top of the axe head looks dead flat. I didn't expect this much variation in their axes.

Blade is about 3-1/4" and the head measured along the top is about 6-1/2"

I haven't thrown it yet, so I don't know how it throws. One could argue that, for axe throwing, this is actually a slight improvement? Under-rotation will put the chin out more and over rotation will still put an edge on the wood? I'm knew at this so I'm sort of guessing.

FYI, this together with the Collins 1.75 only set me back $42 including shipping. Am I allowed to mention retailers here? It's basically the only reputable place that still has new Ace half hatchets for sale. Although if there's a lot of variation in the ace hatchets it's kind of a gamble, and you might be better off buying something in person. And I'm already starting to gravitate to heavier axes.

(And by the way the Collins showed up with a 14-5/8" handle to top of the head. I'd heard they're shorter than advertised but that is even shorter than I expected. Still probably need to trim it, we'll see when I throw.)

I have a habit of under rotating my axe and am already standing quite a bit further back from the black line. Does anyone recommend anything that I should do to stop under rotating? Should I choke up on the handle? I am at a loss as to what to change.

I want to make a target for my wife and I to mess around with in the back yard and I have some 6x6 lumber I was trying to get rid of anyway, so I thought I'd use that. I was wondering what the best thickness would be to cut the squares? I have enough wood that I don't need to be stingy, but at the same time, I don't want it overdo it for no reason and make it too heavy. I was thinking maybe 4 inches, but I'm open to suggestions

Okay, hi new here and to axe throwing in general. Just purchased a new axe, The Butcher, from world of axe throwing. A lot of people from league were talking about how it looks like the head is mounted funny on the handle. Looking for responses on handle replacement in general and what people like preferably this axe specifically. Also if you have a gen 3 Butcher is this similar to how your is mounted, anything helps thanks in advance.

Just made my first backyard axe target, have the backboard and base set up but need to find good target wood. Haven’t found any luck for cotton wood or poplar in local mills, one mill was selling one poplar 1” by 12” by 8’ foot board for 50$ a piece so I don’t really want to go that route. What type of board can I buy at Home Depot that will be good for the target. I see kiln dried poplar and pine but I am wondering if it will work still since it is kiln dried

Here's the WATL 24 target template. It's pretty close to accurate; should do just fine for anyone besides people running official leagues. PDF is a printable version and when finished should measure just shy of 18 inches. I've included the .ai file but if anyone wants a different filetype let me know and I'll add it in there if I have the software to get that for you.

WATL Template Folder

Looking to buy a big axe for my iatf league. Any suggestions as to what to buy. Was thinking an agdor but not sure what one to get

Screwdrivers are also fun to throw, forks aswell. What else can I try to throw at the target?

Sorry if this is the wrong place to ask. Anyone willing to share how you approached business to advertise in your axe throwing venue? Obviously reasons why such as # of visitors and demographic, but is that enough? How much would you ask for, what size of advertisement, length of contract?

I bought this recon hawk and started throwing it at logs, but after only a day of usage it seems to be badly chipped. Is this a defect, or something with the way I’ve been using it? Is there anything to be done?

I'm an axe coach looking to stick more bullseyes specifically. I lost my passion for throwing for a while and focused entirely on the teaching aspect for a couple months - haven't thrown recreationally since probably June. Working with WATL boards so the bullseyes are pretty small.

I can land the axe every single time without fail across multiple axes, but my accuracy seems to be split along the 4-6 range in the center of the board, while some folks seem to be able to land bullseyes 100% of the time (which, as someone who has coached the damn sport for over a year, I believe I should be able to do with relative ease.) Is there a specific trick to improving accuracy specifically? I look it up online, but it tends to be "how to land an axe" as opposed to accuracy specific tips. Thanks in advance, axeholes. 🤟

What type of throwing knives do you use? Are there particular ones you find easier

My coworker commissioned one of the local WATL league players to make him a custom Axe Handle. I don't think my coworker will be throwing this axe anymore.

How do you think these organizations can bring in more venues/ leaguers to grow the sport? Both orgs are small but is there things you have seen that worked? Will also take recommendations of up and coming sports that are doing things well!

I’m looking for some other brands of axes that are not WATL brand. My budget for price range is $100 to $300. Thanks!

Looking at buying my first good axe. Looking for advice

So my buddies and I wanted to mix up our game night so we combined these two elements. Here are some of the rules we were workshopping.

1. I have 5 bulls on the board and hitting each gave you a modifier for your hand. They were suit up, suit down, card # up, card # down, and the middle let you redraw one card. Wraparound rules apply (if you have a 2 and you get a card # down it’s now an Ace). You get only two throws, if you miss both, no modifier.
2. First round of betting was each person was dealt 2 cards, ante and throw for a modifier to be placed on the back of your card.
3. Second round was the river being dealt, another round of bets, and now you throw for another modifier, only this one modifies your opponent to the left. You place the modifier on top of one of their face down cards. If you throw to force them to redraw you can’t make them redraw a card with a modifier on it.
4. Final round the last two cards the turn and the flop are dealt, final betting, final throw to try and modify your hand and then you reveal your cards.

Overall it was pretty fun, what do you guys think? Anything that could be changed/tweaked?

Hi All,

I'm new to Axe/ Knife throwing. I bought both the SOG kit and the Smith and Wesson.

Which do you think is better for a beginner?

Should I stick with one type in the beginning or switch between the two?

SOG I can usually stick 1/2 times half rotation throw.

I find Smith and Wesson I'm getting 1/6.

Successfully forged stainless damascus throwing axes.for a customer.

I’m hearing around the WATL community that not everybody is happy with the 2024 target and rule set. Just curious: if you could customize the game to your liking, how would you change it? This question is open to all competitive throwers, not just WATL throwers.