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Hand tool- sort of….(soapstones)

Discussion in 'Axes, Mauls, and Hand Saws' started by NC-PersimmonDude, Oct 21, 2026 at 8:04 PM.

  1. NC-PersimmonDude

    NC-PersimmonDude

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    Unsure what stove section so went to tools, but for nearly all firewood users wanted to advocate for the small square soapstones you place in your hearth or on your stove. My family has had a pair now for six years and my teen daughters STILL fight over them every chilly night. Just grab and wrap with an old towel and put under your bedsheets at your feet overnight. A well heated stone, such as one around the fire for 6+ hours, will often keep your feet warm all the way till your alarm goes off. Also they are a sure fire way to get kids interested in firewood and fire making/tending. Better than staring at their phone all the time, unless of course it is FHC!

    The only time the world makes sense nowadays is when you are splitting firewood.
     
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  2. Canadian border VT

    Canadian border VT

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    My steel stove is soapstone lined and I got a couple soapstone pieces from the manufacturer that were imperfect. They are nice