This cracker is attractive, sturdy and generally very well built. I bought a little 4 lb hammer to use with it (which is essential). I am able to split just about anything with it, and what I particularly like is that you can put very small pieces on it to make fine kindling.
What does a Kindling Cracker do?
The Kindling Cracker is a top-grade cast iron splitting head mounted inside of a 12in. To make a perfect piece of kindling, place a piece of firewood inside the iron safety ring and strike with a blunt instrument, such as a hammer, mallet or even another piece of wood.
Who invented the Kindling Cracker?
Ayla Hutchinson
Taranaki teen Ayla Hutchinson, the inventor of wood-cutting device Kindling Cracker, has recently revealed she has Dyspraxia.
How much is a log splitter?
The average price for Gas Log Splitters ranges from $50 to $3,000.
Can I make my own kindling?
Use a soft wood timber, such as pine, to make your kindling, as the resinous character makes it much easier for lighting fires. Kindling runs out relatively quickly, so it’s always best to prepare a large bucketful all at once rather than make only enough for a single fire.
How old is Ayla Hutchinson?
19-year old
Ayla Hutchinson from New Zealand is OD Young Person of the Month for January 2019! Happy New Year 2019! Our Young Person of the Month is 19-year old Ayla Hutchinson from New Zealand! Ayla Hutchinson is the Inventor of the Kindling Cracker, an invention which provides a safer faster and easier way to split kindling.
What is the best log splitter for your money?
The best log splitters
- Best overall log splitter: Champion Power Equipment Compact Log Splitter.
- Best gas log splitter: NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter.
- Best electric log splitter: Boss Industrial ES7T20.
- Best manual log splitter: Fiskars IsoCore 36-Inch Maul.
What should I look for when buying a log splitter?
How to Pick the Perfect Log Splitter Tonnage
- The size of the log measured across, or its diameter.
- Whether the wood is green or seasoned.
- The density of the wood, or its hardness.