Boike
ArboristSite Member
I have a walnut about 24" in dia that came down in a storm. It has old field fence that was in it, so I cut above the obvious sings of metal. Looking at the end grain after the cut, you can see black stains(which I assume are from the metal). Any idea how far up this could reach? it is about a 16' clear log, so I would like to use some of it if possible. at the other end there is no sign of the black. If anyone has any experience with old fence row trees, let me know how far up you have found wire/fence/staples as well. How far could metal really migrate???