First there were quotations for a reason because I was not certain the word to use to convey what I meant. Maybe I should have made a really long topic title called "specialized cuts used in specific situations for the special suspender wearing tree man taking Sunday off while sipping suds"? I think the title of "trick" cut, I was trying to convey, came across well enough for you to speak down to me about how I phrased my thought/question.
I understand a snap cut and understand one vs. a hinge. If those are the only two possible cuts then I guess I shouldn't have asked the question.
Also the quote you make is in context with me reading TCC, which I've now read atleast 3 times front to back. Funny thing about repetition...
Maybe I should have asked for some advice on a better book to read. Ayways, I have now ordered the fundamentals of general tree work.
The reason I was asking about using different cuts is because I would like to avoid making bad/unsafe habits.
Hey, glad you like the suspenders-wasn't sure if they made my butt look big.
The title trick cut makes me think of the guys who pop bottle caps with a saw and i don't want you thinking these cuts are in the same category.
You want advice-get your nose out of the books. Find someone who's been doing tree work for 20 years. Heck, find a row guy, they know the jump better than most. Ask them to show you how it's done. Not saying to take all their advice, but it's a good way to learn. Even good bucket guys will know these cuts. See it in action. Realize they are not miracle cuts. Learn the situations they are handy for.
Reading about them won't get you anything near this type of learning. I've seen too many guys read about a jump cut, think it will get them out of all types of trouble, but ends up just making things worse. Knowing the cut is a minor part of the cut, knowing when to make the cut and the myriad of things that can effect the cut takes more knowledge, knowledge that can't be found on books or the internet. But i forgot, most young climbers can't swallow their pride. Too bad. Good luck with the reading.