Re: The Axeman
[Re: Marty]
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03/21/21 11:21 PM
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That guy knows how to sharpen an ax. However, on a tree the size that he fell, why didn't he use a saw on the back-cut? Without using a saw and wedge there is really no way to control the direction of the fall unless the tree just naturally wants to go that way due to lean or weight distribution. Saws have been used for such work for at least a couple of centuries.
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Re: The Axeman
[Re: Marty]
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03/21/21 11:33 PM
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Good flic. Excellent instructional video. From days gone by , many have lost these skills with the advent of easier , more powerful methods with power tools. Good to learn the old skills though. Kinda knew most of it , but a great refresher. I did learn some new tips from it however and added to my skillset.
Thanks for posting.
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Re: The Axeman
[Re: Marty]
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03/21/21 11:38 PM
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Skills are important.
Your welcome, Cragar.
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Re: The Axeman
[Re: Marty]
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03/22/21 12:43 PM
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I think I'll stick to my gasoline beaver. Way to much work to fell hardwood with an axe and crosscut saw
Let's go Brandon
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Re: The Axeman
[Re: waggler]
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03/22/21 12:58 PM
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That guy knows how to sharpen an ax. However, on a tree the size that he fell, why didn't he use a saw on the back-cut? Without using a saw and wedge there is really no way to control the direction of the fall unless the tree just naturally wants to go that way due to lean or weight distribution. Saws have been used for such work for at least a couple of centuries. It's called the Axman. I think you're looking for the Sawman.
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Re: The Axeman
[Re: Marty]
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03/22/21 12:58 PM
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I carry a single bit Michigan it is a tool of many purposes , lay out , testing for hollow stumps , clean out and driving wedges
it is short handled to about 27 inches
I like my 72 cc saw for felling , better sights and good power and large double felling dogs
I was thinking of adding a full wrap handle but tried one on a friends saw and decided I was ok with the factory handle
America only has one issue, we have a Responsibility crisis and everything else stems from it.
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Re: The Axeman
[Re: Crit-R-Dun]
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03/22/21 01:52 PM
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That guy knows how to sharpen an ax. However, on a tree the size that he fell, why didn't he use a saw on the back-cut? Without using a saw and wedge there is really no way to control the direction of the fall unless the tree just naturally wants to go that way due to lean or weight distribution. Saws have been used for such work for at least a couple of centuries. It's called the Axman. I think you're looking for the Sawman. Yeah, I get it. I guess if the only tool you have is an ax, then that's what you use to get the tree on the ground. My point was, an ax along with a saw is a much safer way to accomplish the task. The guy does have some skills though. Most people nowadays don't appreciate what you can do with a sharp tool, and fewer yet don't know how to sharpen a tool so it works as intended.
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Re: The Axeman
[Re: Crit-R-Dun]
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03/22/21 03:35 PM
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JP, you've put on a few since your last selfie! Ya but how was my singing? Nailed it!
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Re: The Axeman
[Re: Crit-R-Dun]
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03/22/21 04:00 PM
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Pulling your leg of course Waggler. All skill aside, the work ethic needed to accomplish such tasks is sure lacking today. The other thing lacking nowadays is callouses.
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