just wont fall

[MacDaddy]

This is my buddy Logans saw this picture speaks for its self

 

[SWE#Kipp]

Haha nice picture =)

 

[Bob Wright]

I work with a guy that had the same problem. The tree was stuck in another one. He finally wiggled the saw out, the tree kicked back and the saw cut his leg. Nice big gash. So nows he is cut and the tree is still standing, he didn't want to leave it so he started hacking on it again. Now the tree falls and hits him on the shoulder on the way down. Talk about beginners luck...Bob

 

[eric_271]

Bob that should make a guy think real hard about his approach on the next tree he gets ready to cut. Think he learned anything?

 

[Bob Wright]

I doubt if he did, he is always in a hurry. He is lucky to be alive. Heck if the tree just knocked him out he would have bled to death. Some guys should not have toys...Bob

 

[Lawn Masters]

why are there 2 back cuts on that tree? it also looks like theres 2 spots where a falling notch was cut too. but what saw model is that? I dont recognise it.

 

[046]

looks like a good way to get killed!

 

[MacDaddy]

He was tring to get the tree to slip off the stump And thats a poulan pro 475 that little saw realy runs I would like to have one for fire wood

 

[Gearhead1]

Looks like a nightmare to me!

He might be well off to unbolt the powerhead from the bar and chain (leave that in the tree) and get back quite a distance in the opposite direction of the lean with a winch or lots of chain and a come-a-long and pull the trunk off the stump.

 

[Mange]

Remove the saw from the bar / chain, that way it is safe, one less thing to worrie about.

 

[Blowdown1]

but what saw model is that? I dont recognise it.

I knew one of you collector freaks would be pondering that one. I'm surprised you guys didn't have a "guess the models" when he posted the pic w/ his truck and the maple rounds. I guess everyone was so excited about the truck the saws went unnoticed.

But, MacDaddy, could you share w/ us how he got to that point? I imagine some of the experienced guys could figure out the order in which your buddy tried to butcher that tree, but I can't.

It would be a good learning experience for some people here to see what can lead to trouble. (besides picking up a saw when you shouldn't)

Here is my amateur analysis: right bottom was humboldt notch, saw got stuck on the back cut when the tree settled back on the bar instead of falling. Used second saw to cut a notch in the direction of lean (left) and t barberchaired and is now snagged in another tree. Is this right?

 

[Lobo]

Golly, G.

Very DANGEROUS for anyone around there.

Get a timberjack and slide the trunk off before someone gets hurt or killed.

 

[Bob Wright]

Remove the saw from the bar / chain, that way it is safe, one less thing to worrie about.

I have done that a few times. I always carry a spare B/C...Bob

 

[TimberPig]

I knew one of you collector freaks would be pondering that one. I'm surprised you guys didn't have a "guess the models" when he posted the pic w/ his truck and the maple rounds. I guess everyone was so excited about the truck the saws went unnoticed.

But, MacDaddy, could you share w/ us how he got to that point? I imagine some of the experienced guys could figure out the order in which your buddy tried to butcher that tree, but I can't.

It would be a good learning experience for some people here to see what can lead to trouble. (besides picking up a saw when you shouldn't)

Here is my amateur analysis: right bottom was humboldt notch, saw got stuck on the back cut when the tree settled back on the bar instead of falling. Used second saw to cut a notch in the direction of lean (left) and t barberchaired and is now snagged in another tree. Is this right?

How did the saw end up pinched in the bottom backcut then?

It looks to me more like he made the top cuts first and then moved to the bottom, figuring it will go the other way from where he was originally facing it. He made the cuts and it went the original way, pinching the bar. Also where were the wedges? Or did they kick out and the saw got pinched?

 

[MacDaddy]

I knew one of you collector freaks would be pondering that one. I'm surprised you guys didn't have a "guess the models" when he posted the pic w/ his truck and the maple rounds. I guess everyone was so excited about the truck the saws went unnoticed.

But, MacDaddy, could you share w/ us how he got to that point? I imagine some of the experienced guys could figure out the order in which your buddy tried to butcher that tree, but I can't.

It would be a good learning experience for some people here to see what can lead to trouble. (besides picking up a saw when you shouldn't)

Here is my amateur analysis: right bottom was humboldt notch, saw got stuck on the back cut when the tree settled back on the bar instead of falling. Used second saw to cut a notch in the direction of lean (left) and t barberchaired and is now snagged in another tree. Is this right?

You are correct sir That is exactly how he did it The tree is on the ground now so no worries for others

 

[Mange]

I have done that a few times. I always carry a spare B/C...Bob

Is it not amazing how far you can get with just the one saw

Alway's have a spare chain and bar with you. I doubt you will regret it.

 

[Ryan Willock]

That back cut looks more like he was planning on jacking the tree over, should have made his jackhole first. OOPS!LOL

 

[BlueRidgeMark]

Looks like somebody overestimated his ability! I ain't no pro but I'm pretty sure I'd have asked for help once the saw got stuck. It should have been pretty obvious by then which way the weight was going.

Of course, I don't think I'd have tried to fell that tree that way in the first place.

I hope.

 

[Gypo Logger]

Today, I tried to hit my tractor with a flying Rock Maple, but missed.
John
http://www.zippyvideos.com/71052024952965/mov02359/

 

[Lobo]

Hi John,

Nice safety equipment !

That sucker started to roll on you at the end.