A note to the sensitive viewers. In the video I poke a little fun at the conventional notches and those who do them. This is all done with the intent of it being all in good fun. Some of my viewers like to razz me about my “upside down notches”. All of this is just friendly banter.
@@thekiltedsawyer no I have always used Woodmizer resharp. I just recorded a video today about them ending resharp. I either need to get some sharpening equipment or find another solution.
I am impressed!!! Clear, cocise and honest. Nothing gives a better feeling that dropping a 12k pound tree where you want it to fall...safely. Keep it up!
I agree, this man is very experienced indeed and he is dead on when saying he should save as much wood by cutting the stump. This is a true work of art not like those other viral video showing the key notch (or Tongue & Groove) technique which is the worst amateur things I have ever seen.
@@Joe-yu2seTongue-n-groove is the opposite of an amateur cut lol. I assume you mean amateurs shouldn’t try it. It has its place in some very tight urban situations for arborists. For loggers cutting trees on a timber sale it’s obviously a tedious waste of time as it is for weekenders cutting firewood.
@@mrsmartypants_1 Correct! What I meant was the popularity of videos showcasing amateurs who believe the Key-Notch or Tongue-n-Groove technique is a brilliant innovation. However, this approach will never supplant traditional felling methods. Such Tongue-n-Groove scenarios are rare and rather unnecessary. Let me explain why. When you mention 'tight urban situations,' I assume you're referring to ensuring the tree falls precisely where intended using this technique. Actually the traditional felling methods remains in this technique. The only distinction with this technique is the creation of an interlocking mechanism for the final fall. The Tongue-n-Groove or Key-Notch technique establishes an interlocking mechanism between the tree and the stump, keeping the 'butt' of the tree atop the stump. It is primarily used to avoid obstacles near the tree like fences, flower beds, or decks and 'locks' the tree on the stump to preventing any rollovers or any tree jumps during felling. Again, although such occurrences are rare and arguably unnecessary. It's crucial to remember that excessive cuts esp. more undercuts or any other intricate embellishments to traditional felling methods will weaken the tree even more compromising its stability on the stump, potentially leading to disastrous outcomes even with a healthy tree-it might behave unpredictably. After notching, only perform a back-cut; avoid undercuts and front-cuts. Keep your body clear at all times.
@@Joe-yu2se Agree with all your points. Well stated. I’ve only watched 2 tongue-n-groove vids and they were done by masters. One was a very large tree leaning slightly “wrong” very close to a house, the next door neighbors house, power lines etc. Butt log was rock solid. It was quite impressive. (I was a professional forester and early in my career marked timber sales on federal land, did silviculture work etc… so have been around a lot of professional loggers. I myself am an amateur feller at best who cuts his own firewood).
I can't think of any higher praise than to say I found this very, very useful. I like the clarity of your explanations, your dry sense of humor and the pace of your delivery. All in all, most excellent.
I've been cutting trees professionally 38 years. This guy knows his stuff and no ego. Just smooth and steady. My only comment is always plan to use a wedge. I once had a sudden wind gust push a tree about this size back up after it started to go. Thankfully I had placed a wedge and it saved me.
Can i ask a serious question, if you have been cutting professionally for 40 years…why are you watching a how to video? Genuinely curious…ive been cutting for 18 months and have in field teachers, everything i saw here was already known to me in the short time ive been learning, but was curious to see if my instructors were providing same info as others…i imagine if i did this for 38 more years, i would have done thousands of humboldt cuts and wouldnt find any use in spending 15 minutes in my advanced age watching a video about one
Couldn't agree more with your comment David ! I never tire of witnessing such skilled workers in the tree felling trade. Kudos for this well-executed video instruction Wilson - it brings me back fond memories !
@@TheAcenightcreeperI know your question was for the other commenter, but I've been falling for 29 years and I just enjoy watching someone who knows what they're doing. This video just popped up on my feed, and honestly I thought maybe I'd get to see some carnage, but low and behold this dude has good skills and he explained things perfectly. You never know what you may learn! I learned that this guy has good aim😊
I'm no pro, but have dropped many trees in the last 45 years. Always something to learn from a guy who knows what he's doing, even if it's only a reassurance that you would have done it correctly.
Finally. A simple, calm, non-condescending tutorial. While I understand the basics of felling, its always good to have an expert talk about it. I want to see a flying dutchman now. I always have to stop and think about what hinge shape will do..
@@WilsonForestLands Let's face it, you are just a failure at making mistakes Me, I'm really good at making mistakes. In fact, I can do that without even trying. LOL. By the way, that was a great demonstration. I just had to come back and watch this video again. Your videos do tend to be that good. Yes, even the reruns.
I cut for a 'gypo' cutting company and we had to use the Humbolt cut to save more good Doug Fir wood on the logs because the mill wanted nice, square-end logs. You are a great teacher and add a little humor to make an interesting video. Blessings to you.
While not a pro, I have been clearing trees for better than 40 years, and managed to not get myself into trouble. I have some work coming up in a week or so and because I always like to prepare, I have been watching YT videos a lot lately. Even found some training videos I think from British Columbia. While pretty experienced I have learned a lot more, and I have to say this video of yours is the best I have seen. Your style of humor just resonates with me (and others from the comments here) and that makes this all the more enjoyable. Great job! I hope to view more of your videos to see your take on other techniques. At 68 I know a lot of stuff, but there is so much more I don't know, and I always want to learn. Thanks again.
Thanks so much for this. I would say that this is the best tree cutting video I’ve ever watched. Obvious experience, no BS, and really fun dry humour. Even the description answers the other immediate questions. I’ve been cutting our own firewood for 15 years or so, and things go the way I want most of the time now. My biggest challenge is lining up the notches and you have me some new tips to try that I think will make a big difference. Sure am glad that the algorithm’ decided to put one or your videos in my feed, this was the second one I watched. I’m about to see what else I’ve been missing.
@@jackh7977 I think he took your "undercut" name for the Humboldt to mean you fell them without taking a wedge out... that would be like Russian roulette, right?
I cut trees 5 days a week (not for logging, but for residential). I found this to be more helpful than most of the tree-cutting videos on RUclips. You explain. the details that were needed very well! The only thing we do differently is we try to line up our back cut dead center on our notch cut or a little bit above as you do.
Thank you for your input Mike. I appreciate the comment. I get the impression they are more about making higher back cut with conventional style than we are with the Humboldt.
I think a Humbot cut is less likely to kickback off the stump in the feller's direction, the reason for coming in above the face cut on the conventional method. With your coaching I think I'm going to try this method again-first efforts were dismal. DOUG out
Good instruction, I fell timber for 13 years and used chainsaws almost every day for 20 years and can say to people with assurance this man knows what he’s talking about.
Been watching these types pf videos for the past few months. This was was by far one of my favs! Clarity and spot on comedy! Not bad for the west coast. . ... You just had some goofy front cut 😂
My Dad was a timber faller. He started when he was 18 and cut until he was 65. If you asked him how to cut a tree, he would say, “Well, I don’t know.” He was known for accurately dropping trees. They used him in areas where there were burns and they wanted the dead trees down without harming the live trees.
Sounds like some fallers I've known over the years. The I don't know means they have so much knowledge that it's hard to put into words for mere mortals to understand.
I'm a homeowner who's dropped 20 or 25 trees, but for some reason, I seem to be good at it (getting them to land where I wish). I think a lot of what I learned with this video is what I've found in my own experience. Some of us just have a knack for the mechanics and reading the situation and others do not. I've watched a lot of videos trying to improve my technique, but I'm not sure they've helped or hindered my work. Like someone earlier said - it's always good to steal with your eyes and learn from as many sources as you can. I still feel like you need to have good senses too.
Wow! Sounds like you're a gifted Natural! I'm a homeowner who's cut a few thousand trees for myself and others but I'm still learning and make stupid mistakes now and then! Consider yourself blessed! I loved the helpful video! 👍@BigRic68
It's truly a pleasure to watch you in action. You definitely have the skills and knowledge that you humbly pass along to the viewers. Thank you for sharing!!!
This might be the single best tree cutting instructional video I have ever seen. Supreme description of the how AND the why, in a really easy to watch and listen tone and style. Absolutely excellent work and thanks for taking the time and effort to do it.
I've been logging and falling for many years here in B.C. , and we use the Humbolt so the sawmills don't whine and complain. We use the exact same terminology as you do. Great video, great explanation for aiming the tree's landing spot. I hope the young guys listen and learn from you.
As an xlogger, having fell thousands of trees for hongry skidders not far from the yard/deck, and having topped Spruce/Virginia pine in the summertime,😢 this tutorial was most informative, interesting, and accurate ever. 👍 Thank you Sir!
Around here, western Montana anyway, we always refer to that as an “Oregon undercut”. I’ve been trying to figure out approximately where you live, whether it be Northern California or Southern Oregon. I think you dropped me a huge hint. Thanks for making these inspiring videos. I spend a lot of my days doing what you’re doing and then, because I can’t get enough chainsaw action during the day, I entertain myself at night watching you and listening to your chainsaw.
One or the other, my guess is Northern Calif. With the sugar pine and madrones pointed out in other vids. But maybe southern Oregon also has those species.
Thank you for responding to a request to do this type of video. I appreciate your disclaimer , but to most of us I’m sure you are considered an Expert. Ever video you put out you are doing a teaching video. I think the most important message you left me with, is experience is the greatest teacher, but your guidance and help is very much appreciated. Great channel. Thank you.
That was probably the clearest explanation of correct technique I have ever seen. I've done a couple of "professional week long courses and have some 30 years experience, but your modest, dry, detailed, humourous and super clear explanations are an example to all of those tutors. I feel the Humbolt makes sense on a slope. On flat ground, unless there is huge flare, it just gives you a high stump.
Thank you for the kind words. What you said sounds like a good explanation of why west coast has gravitated toward Humboldt and East coast has toward conventional.
Hey that’s a great job on explaining the proper way to make a tree go boom and exactly where you want it to go boom . I am from the PNW grew up on a hydraulic tank of a D8 cat my step father was one of the best him and his brother. So I have seen a lot of faller’s making there section of the cut go boom helped some also . But the that we were taught was by being yelled at and called something’s that weren’t your name until you did it right lol, I don’t think that is ok to do anymore because of the sensitivity of society today but I really enjoyed watching and listening to and the boom. Thank You nicely Done.
Thanks so much for your insight on felling trees. Ive only cut down about 20 trees but seem to have that ability to understand cutting the wedge and backcutting to accomplish the correct direction. Never really had any instruction. But today, i learned about the necessity of using a wedge and a more practical way of cutting for log harvesting with the Humboldt cut. Excellent explanation of how to start and adjust the cut. Another thing i seem to have done wrong is i always cut 50 percent into the tree for the top angle wedge. A third seems much safer, and using a wedge so applicable. I mistakenly also cut at the same height as the front cut for the back cut. I've got 50 trees to cut down and sawmill for a pole barn and other structures on my property, so i value your lesson immensely! BTY, I'm 73 and still love the work and building stuff. Sawmill is sitting in the box waiting for the trees to get cut down!
Your method of delivery and personality made me smile. I think you would be very welcomed sitting around a camp fire squinting in smoke telling a few tall tales.
A very informative and and the point demo of how to and not to. I have been felling trees in New Zealand for many years and I am still learning. Thank you and cheers, keep up the good work . Thanks
Best explanations and outstanding technical demonstration. If I had seen your video a few years back it would have prevented the scariest tree falling I ever had. Thanks also for your detailed and most courteous, professional advice.
There's nothing but experience in this video, i appreciate you sharing your wisdom . Knowledge is knowing ,wisdom is doing! I'm an ASE certified automotive technician and can relate to the fact that it's just second nature and its hard to explain how you make it look easy . Thank you for sharing, stay safe.
I love your sense of humor. We East Coast, guys call it a conventional cut or open face cut. I personally love and use the Humboldt for my sawmill or if I'm selling a log too big for my mill. I have "watched" a lot of videos on a swinging dutchman but never had the testicular fortitude to try one 😂. Stay safe, and God bless
Right where you wanted it. I have been felling trees since 89', Here in the UK where i work it's mainly hard wood, European Ash, Oak, Maple, even in local woodlands it's seen as urban forestry so amenity based for leisure. we usual cut 'Goofy' as you put it because the stump height is important for access and many stump are ground out or left for coppice The wood rarely goes to a mill but I do some with my Alaskan Mill on the spot. I cut a Humboldt gob when i get a chance. Great video. Thanks
I’ve only been doing sure for just over 30 years, but all of your videos are informative. Well put together and a little bit of funny. Thanks for putting together so much content that I can go over when I need a question answered about felling great information altogether
Thank you for this video. Your explanation at each step was great. I loved to view up as the tree started to fall it seems the tree was about 2 inches towards the right when it fell down. Brilliant!
Thanks great video, wanted to share about how much hing to leave. I was taught to leave a 10th of the width. So if you have a tree 15 inches wide then you will need a 1.5 inch hing. This has always worked well for me and hope it helps other people.
Awsome job man. You Crack me up. Love it. Great video. Straight forward, easily understandable and good information. Thanks for posting it. Keep em coming and happy felling.
Homeowner who cuts for firewood here - I found that using spray paint first to mark out my cutting lines really helped my cuts to be more level and the proper depth. Learned that lesson after a tree fell backwards, nearly destroying a shed and fence (was VERY lucky that day) It’s just something that helped when I was inexperienced and learning.
Thank you Sir....I've already cut the tree i needed, and I'm here alive uninjured to watch. I think i did it mostly correct, as i did rush the cut or panic at the fell. You're very humble and modest regarding your professionalism. Great work❤
“Entertainment only” is why I’m watching. I’m well past my years where I want to fell a whole tree, especially with a chainsaw. Nowadays I trim my trees, but with a pruning blade on my Sawzall. I have more control, in my situation. But I do love to watch a pro working his craft. Thanks for sharing
Good Sir, I was very much impressed with the amount of "Larnin' y'all pumped into my tiny little brain. I've never fallen a tree bigger than a ten foot Xmas tree but I love being in the bush and always admired a skilled Faller at work. You explained, in a clear yet humerous manner: what is basically going on, some important why & where-fores and just how to make that all work. Plus, you threw in some critically important safety tips. I really enjoyed your video and will watch more as the mood strikes me - I'd druther that strike me than a tree. A very good video. Thanks again, Garth
Ya know, this is one of the best cutting videos I have seen because you explain it while you go, you have a good sense of humor, and you know what you're doing. I really like this video. Well done, guy.
Even though I've been dropping trees for 40 yrs. to provide us with firewood and improve my timber lot, I'm still a total amateur. I usually rope off my trees with my tractor and snatch blocks bc I don't trust my (lack of) skills. Even at 77yrs old I'm too impatient to pay attention to my felling cuts. Your video has inspired me to "smarten up." I've only once tried the Humbolt cut and found it difficult to perform. I'm going to practice it now after watching your video a couple more times. Your humble explanations are invaluable and inspiring. Thank you!
Though I have never cut trees down, I have always felt that there is a science to it. You proved it. Thanks for the education. I hope to see you do the Dutchman sometime in the future. This does interest me. Thank you!!
Thanks for sharing this, I use mostly the conventional cut and have been practicing the humboldt, but it feels awkward for me. Yes, please show the swinging Dutchman. I have tried it several times and have had various results. It comes in handy on some of the trees I cut down for firewood, mostly conifer pine.
Found the information regarding the direction adjustment of the bottom cut really helpful - first time I have seen anyone explain the sighting of the bar angle from the far side .
06:54: You've practised doing it correctly so many times, that even when you try, you don't screw it up. One confesses to a certain amusement. When I was young I used to occasionally fall trees. Being not properly trained, I have no doubt I took my life in my hands _every_ _single_ _time_ .
It depends where you live. Around here, central British Columbia where we've been logging for a very long time, we call you a faller. But the big machine is called a feller-buncher.
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A note to the sensitive viewers. In the video I poke a little fun at the conventional notches and those who do them. This is all done with the intent of it being all in good fun. Some of my viewers like to razz me about my “upside down notches”. All of this is just friendly banter.
Humboldt, always on saw logs!👍👍👌
Good morning buddy, that buck you filmed was a trophy, excellent job.
Are you re sharpening your own bands?
I was so triggered by your comments I had to get a pina colada with a pink umbrella to calm down.
😂😂
Right after I finish my whiskey.
@@thekiltedsawyer no I have always used Woodmizer resharp. I just recorded a video today about them ending resharp. I either need to get some sharpening equipment or find another solution.
I'd be glad to help, I just added another bms 250 to my arsenal
This man is the Bob Ross of logging.
Bob Ross paints happy trees. This man cuts them down.
I'm saving this vid and watching it again tomorrow.
Thanks for the wonderful video, and a huge thanks for not ruining it with crappy background music.
I am impressed!!! Clear, cocise and honest. Nothing gives a better feeling that dropping a 12k pound tree where you want it to fall...safely.
Keep it up!
I agree, this man is very experienced indeed and he is dead on when saying he should save as much wood by cutting the stump. This is a true work of art not like those other viral video showing the key notch (or Tongue & Groove) technique which is the worst amateur things I have ever seen.
@@Joe-yu2seTongue-n-groove is the opposite of an amateur cut lol. I assume you mean amateurs shouldn’t try it. It has its place in some very tight urban situations for arborists. For loggers cutting trees on a timber sale it’s obviously a tedious waste of time as it is for weekenders cutting firewood.
@@mrsmartypants_1 Correct! What I meant was the popularity of videos showcasing amateurs who believe the Key-Notch or Tongue-n-Groove technique is a brilliant innovation. However, this approach will never supplant traditional felling methods. Such Tongue-n-Groove scenarios are rare and rather unnecessary. Let me explain why.
When you mention 'tight urban situations,' I assume you're referring to ensuring the tree falls precisely where intended using this technique. Actually the traditional felling methods remains in this technique. The only distinction with this technique is the creation of an interlocking mechanism for the final fall.
The Tongue-n-Groove or Key-Notch technique establishes an interlocking mechanism between the tree and the stump, keeping the 'butt' of the tree atop the stump. It is primarily used to avoid obstacles near the tree like fences, flower beds, or decks and 'locks' the tree on the stump to preventing any rollovers or any tree jumps during felling. Again, although such occurrences are rare and arguably unnecessary.
It's crucial to remember that excessive cuts esp. more undercuts or any other intricate embellishments to traditional felling methods will weaken the tree even more compromising its stability on the stump, potentially leading to disastrous outcomes even with a healthy tree-it might behave unpredictably. After notching, only perform a back-cut; avoid undercuts and front-cuts. Keep your body clear at all times.
@@Joe-yu2se Agree with all your points. Well stated. I’ve only watched 2 tongue-n-groove vids and they were done by masters. One was a very large tree leaning slightly “wrong” very close to a house, the next door neighbors house, power lines etc. Butt log was rock solid. It was quite impressive. (I was a professional forester and early in my career marked timber sales on federal land, did silviculture work etc… so have been around a lot of professional loggers. I myself am an amateur feller at best who cuts his own firewood).
@@mrsmartypants_1 Yeah, same here. I miss those days. Now I’m just a city boy.
I can't think of any higher praise than to say I found this very, very useful. I like the clarity of your explanations, your dry sense of humor and the pace of your delivery. All in all, most excellent.
Thank you Brian. Kind of you to say.
I concur.
Makes me wonder how many folks he's saved from injury, or property damage, or ...
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Well said
Best video I've seen to date. No ego. Intellectual, academic but yet very human. Nice balance.. Great!!
I've been cutting trees professionally 38 years. This guy knows his stuff and no ego. Just smooth and steady. My only comment is always plan to use a wedge. I once had a sudden wind gust push a tree about this size back up after it started to go. Thankfully I had placed a wedge and it saved me.
Can i ask a serious question, if you have been cutting professionally for 40 years…why are you watching a how to video? Genuinely curious…ive been cutting for 18 months and have in field teachers, everything i saw here was already known to me in the short time ive been learning, but was curious to see if my instructors were providing same info as others…i imagine if i did this for 38 more years, i would have done thousands of humboldt cuts and wouldnt find any use in spending 15 minutes in my advanced age watching a video about one
@@TheAcenightcreeper ...could be what is called "professional bias"...
Couldn't agree more with your comment David ! I never tire of witnessing such skilled workers in the tree felling trade. Kudos for this well-executed video instruction Wilson - it brings me back fond memories !
@@TheAcenightcreeperI know your question was for the other commenter, but I've been falling for 29 years and I just enjoy watching someone who knows what they're doing. This video just popped up on my feed, and honestly I thought maybe I'd get to see some carnage, but low and behold this dude has good skills and he explained things perfectly. You never know what you may learn! I learned that this guy has good aim😊
I'm no pro, but have dropped many trees in the last 45 years. Always something to learn from a guy who knows what he's doing, even if it's only a reassurance that you would have done it correctly.
Finally a youtuber that understands how to fall a tree
How to fell a tree
Finally. A simple, calm, non-condescending tutorial. While I understand the basics of felling, its always good to have an expert talk about it. I want to see a flying dutchman now. I always have to stop and think about what hinge shape will do..
I hate it when I'm trying to demonstrate a "mistake" but I didn't make the mistake! Great video as always!
Yes but it’s probably the kind of problem that could be considered a high quality problem. Thanks for the comment.
@@WilsonForestLands Let's face it, you are just a failure at making mistakes Me, I'm really good at making mistakes. In fact, I can do that without even trying. LOL. By the way, that was a great demonstration. I just had to come back and watch this video again. Your videos do tend to be that good. Yes, even the reruns.
I cut for a 'gypo' cutting company and we had to use the Humbolt cut to save more good Doug Fir wood on the logs because the mill wanted nice, square-end logs. You are a great teacher and add a little humor to make an interesting video. Blessings to you.
While not a pro, I have been clearing trees for better than 40 years, and managed to not get myself into trouble. I have some work coming up in a week or so and because I always like to prepare, I have been watching YT videos a lot lately. Even found some training videos I think from British Columbia. While pretty experienced I have learned a lot more, and I have to say this video of yours is the best I have seen. Your style of humor just resonates with me (and others from the comments here) and that makes this all the more enjoyable. Great job! I hope to view more of your videos to see your take on other techniques. At 68 I know a lot of stuff, but there is so much more I don't know, and I always want to learn. Thanks again.
Any person who watches this informative video deserves college credit. A lot of it.
Thanks so much for this. I would say that this is the best tree cutting video I’ve ever watched. Obvious experience, no BS, and really fun dry humour. Even the description answers the other immediate questions.
I’ve been cutting our own firewood for 15 years or so, and things go the way I want most of the time now. My biggest challenge is lining up the notches and you have me some new tips to try that I think will make a big difference. Sure am glad that the algorithm’ decided to put one or your videos in my feed, this was the second one I watched. I’m about to see what else I’ve been missing.
Ive been cutting trees for only about 10 years never done an undercut but this dude on the internet is enough to make me give er a try
If you've never done an undercut, you're lucky to still be alive.
@@lancehughes4132 howso?
@@jackh7977
I think he took your "undercut" name for the Humboldt to mean you fell them without taking a wedge out... that would be like Russian roulette, right?
@@dhgmllcshea5038 Yes that's what it appears to me, a simple misunderstanding of what "undercut" means.
I cut trees 5 days a week (not for logging, but for residential). I found this to be more helpful than most of the tree-cutting videos on RUclips. You explain. the details that were needed very well!
The only thing we do differently is we try to line up our back cut dead center on our notch cut or a little bit above as you do.
Thank you for your input Mike. I appreciate the comment. I get the impression they are more about making higher back cut with conventional style than we are with the Humboldt.
I think a Humbot cut is less likely to kickback off the stump in the feller's direction, the reason for coming in above the face cut on the conventional method.
With your coaching I think I'm going to try this method again-first efforts were dismal.
DOUG out
Today I learned that chainsaws have iron sights. Also very informative.
Simo Häyhä would be proud
Good instruction, I fell timber for 13 years and used chainsaws almost every day for 20 years and can say to people with assurance this man knows what he’s talking about.
Been watching these types pf videos for the past few months. This was was by far one of my favs! Clarity and spot on comedy! Not bad for the west coast. . ... You just had some goofy front cut 😂
Thanks for the vid.
I like your delivery and humor.
Also the big boom replay at the end.
Subscribed and watched the Sponsored advertisements.
DOUG out
Thank you Doug. Welcome to the channel.
My Dad was a timber faller. He started when he was 18 and cut until he was 65. If you asked him how to cut a tree, he would say, “Well, I don’t know.” He was known for accurately dropping trees. They used him in areas where there were burns and they wanted the dead trees down without harming the live trees.
Sounds like some fallers I've known over the years. The I don't know means they have so much knowledge that it's hard to put into words for mere mortals to understand.
I'm a homeowner who's dropped 20 or 25 trees, but for some reason, I seem to be good at it (getting them to land where I wish). I think a lot of what I learned with this video is what I've found in my own experience. Some of us just have a knack for the mechanics and reading the situation and others do not. I've watched a lot of videos trying to improve my technique, but I'm not sure they've helped or hindered my work. Like someone earlier said - it's always good to steal with your eyes and learn from as many sources as you can. I still feel like you need to have good senses too.
Wow! Sounds like you're a gifted Natural! I'm a homeowner who's cut a few thousand trees for myself and others but I'm still learning and make stupid mistakes now and then! Consider yourself blessed! I loved the helpful video! 👍@BigRic68
It's truly a pleasure to watch you in action. You definitely have the skills and knowledge that you humbly pass along to the viewers. Thank you for sharing!!!
I really enjoy your instruction. I can tell you are a pro with lots of experience and not just a RUclipsr
This might be the single best tree cutting instructional video I have ever seen. Supreme description of the how AND the why, in a really easy to watch and listen tone and style.
Absolutely excellent work and thanks for taking the time and effort to do it.
Was exactly my reaction too!
I've been logging and falling for many years here in B.C. , and we use the Humbolt so the sawmills don't whine and complain. We use the exact same terminology as you do. Great video, great explanation for aiming the tree's landing spot. I hope the young guys listen and learn from you.
It's amazing that little wedge does anything
I think a wedge is essential, use them on any relatively straight tree .
Great information for any green person who wants to learn more about how to make the cuts right 😁👍
As an xlogger, having fell thousands of trees for hongry skidders not far from the yard/deck, and having topped Spruce/Virginia pine in the summertime,😢 this tutorial was most informative, interesting, and accurate ever. 👍 Thank you Sir!
Around here, western Montana anyway, we always refer to that as an “Oregon undercut”. I’ve been trying to figure out approximately where you live, whether it be Northern California or Southern Oregon. I think you dropped me a huge hint. Thanks for making these inspiring videos. I spend a lot of my days doing what you’re doing and then, because I can’t get enough chainsaw action during the day, I entertain myself at night watching you and listening to your chainsaw.
One or the other, my guess is Northern Calif. With the sugar pine and madrones pointed out in other vids. But maybe southern Oregon also has those species.
@@spritzers Hunicke is either in WA or OR and he has both Sugar pine and Madrone.
Thank you for responding to a request to do this type of video. I appreciate your disclaimer , but to most of us I’m sure you are considered an Expert. Ever video you put out you are doing a teaching video. I think the most important message you left me with, is experience is the greatest teacher, but your guidance and help is very much appreciated. Great channel. Thank you.
Thank you, I appreciate that comment.
Thank you,
This was how I was taught to do it by my grandfather when I was thirteen years old and served me well now that I am sixty.
That was perfect. You are a very wise man.
That was probably the clearest explanation of correct technique I have ever seen. I've done a couple of "professional week long courses and have some 30 years experience, but your modest, dry, detailed, humourous and super clear explanations are an example to all of those tutors.
I feel the Humbolt makes sense on a slope. On flat ground, unless there is huge flare, it just gives you a high stump.
Thank you for the kind words. What you said sounds like a good explanation of why west coast has gravitated toward Humboldt and East coast has toward conventional.
I agree. This man is a natural teacher and I thank him. This has helped me so much.
Hey that’s a great job on explaining the proper way to make a tree go boom and exactly where you want it to go boom . I am from the PNW grew up on a hydraulic tank of a D8 cat my step father was one of the best him and his brother. So I have seen a lot of faller’s making there section of the cut go boom helped some also . But the that we were taught was by being yelled at and called something’s that weren’t your name until you did it right lol, I don’t think that is ok to do anymore because of the sensitivity of society today but I really enjoyed watching and listening to and the boom. Thank You nicely Done.
Very good at what you do,thanks.😊
@@robertstewart3862 When I was younger I put up with some of that kind of talk. Nowadays a guy had better be ready to fight me if he wants to.
Great description and whether the humor was intended or not, I really enjoyed this video a lot!
Thanks so much for your insight on felling trees. Ive only cut down about 20 trees but seem to have that ability to understand cutting the wedge and backcutting to accomplish the correct direction. Never really had any instruction. But today, i learned about the necessity of using a wedge and a more practical way of cutting for log harvesting with the Humboldt cut. Excellent explanation of how to start and adjust the cut. Another thing i seem to have done wrong is i always cut 50 percent into the tree for the top angle wedge. A third seems much safer, and using a wedge so applicable. I mistakenly also cut at the same height as the front cut for the back cut. I've got 50 trees to cut down and sawmill for a pole barn and other structures on my property, so i value your lesson immensely! BTY, I'm 73 and still love the work and building stuff. Sawmill is sitting in the box waiting for the trees to get cut down!
Never before have I seen someone so good at something spend so much time being so modest about it….subbed!
Your method of delivery and personality made me smile. I think you would be very welcomed sitting around a camp fire squinting in smoke telling a few tall tales.
Wow. You are the perfect guy to watch!. Thank you for the Humboldt lesson.
HOO-YAAAAA! A NO BS PRESENTATION OF EXPERTISE SERVED UP WITH HUMBLE PIE! SIMPLY A RARITY IN TODAY's SCHEME OF THINGS!
Thanks for demonstrating the Humboldt Undercut.
Thank you sir. Very helpful for a 74 year old property owner.
Excellent camera work, especially the fall-down-go-boom section!
How I have not seen this channel before is a mystery. GREAT job and narration, easy to watch and learn from!
You nailed it! It dropped right where you wanted! Man that was satisfying!!
Wow .. I cannot believe you dropped it right where you wanted to. Great video, and humorous too 😊
Who knew that learning could be so enjoyable...thank you and carry on.
Thanks for the video. I've seen some really bad tutorials on here. You take you time and explain it properly. 👍
A very informative and and the point demo of how to and not to. I have been felling trees in New Zealand for many years and I am still learning.
Thank you and cheers, keep up the good work . Thanks
Thank you for including many safety pointers in your video.
Best explanations and outstanding technical demonstration. If I had seen your video a few years back it would have prevented the scariest tree falling I ever had. Thanks also for your detailed and most courteous, professional advice.
There's nothing but experience in this video, i appreciate you sharing your wisdom . Knowledge is knowing ,wisdom is doing! I'm an ASE certified automotive technician and can relate to the fact that it's just second nature and its hard to explain how you make it look easy . Thank you for sharing, stay safe.
I love your sense of humor. We East Coast, guys call it a conventional cut or open face cut. I personally love and use the Humboldt for my sawmill or if I'm selling a log too big for my mill. I have "watched" a lot of videos on a swinging dutchman but never had the testicular fortitude to try one 😂. Stay safe, and God bless
Would be interesting to see a good video on a swinging Dutchman, have never tried that.
I like to learn something new every day !!! Thanks from the upside down Notching East Coast Guy !!!!! Well done 👍 perfect felling Job !!! OUTSTANDING
Right where you wanted it. I have been felling trees since 89', Here in the UK where i work it's mainly hard wood, European Ash, Oak, Maple, even in local woodlands it's seen as urban forestry so amenity based for leisure. we usual cut 'Goofy' as you put it because the stump height is important for access and many stump are ground out or left for coppice The wood rarely goes to a mill but I do some with my Alaskan Mill on the spot. I cut a Humboldt gob when i get a chance. Great video. Thanks
I’ve only been doing sure for just over 30 years, but all of your videos are informative. Well put together and a little bit of funny. Thanks for putting together so much content that I can go over when I need a question answered about felling great information altogether
Thank you for this video. Your explanation at each step was great. I loved to view up as the tree started to fall it seems the tree was about 2 inches towards the right when it fell down. Brilliant!
Thanks great video, wanted to share about how much hing to leave. I was taught to leave a 10th of the width. So if you have a tree 15 inches wide then you will need a 1.5 inch hing. This has always worked well for me and hope it helps other people.
Your guidance is so detailed and thorough. Your cuts are absolutely perfect. Thank you for sharing!
This was just a great video. Love the humility. I did learn one thing… I don't know much about chopping down a tree the right way.
Very detailed. This is one of those Videos I will watch more than once. Very much appreciated.
Awsome job man. You Crack me up. Love it. Great video. Straight forward, easily understandable and good information. Thanks for posting it. Keep em coming and happy felling.
What a great demonstration. Plus he is very understandable
I was a timber faller for years, you give the best demonstration I've seen on the Interweb, of how to fall a tree. 6:54
You may have missed your calling, you do a good job of teaching.
It's a refreshing video that I enjoyed watching. A no-nonsense explanation that doesn't make your head swell.
First time on the channel. You are the Bob Ross of tree felling and I mean that as a high compliment. Your delivery and pace is perfect. Subscribed
Thank you. I get that sometimes. So much that I did a video spoof about it last summer. 😁
Homeowner who cuts for firewood here - I found that using spray paint first to mark out my cutting lines really helped my cuts to be more level and the proper depth. Learned that lesson after a tree fell backwards, nearly destroying a shed and fence (was VERY lucky that day)
It’s just something that helped when I was inexperienced and learning.
You use a lot of sarcasm and this is great really enjoy your humor. Thanks
Thanks for explaining how to fell a tree!! Your patience is always appreciated!! Stay Hydrated and Have a Safe Day
Thank you David
You are a great explainer. Fun but also with a great feeling for the important points and the mechanics of the thing...
Awesome, informative and slightly tongue in cheek humor. Loved it
Thank you Sir....I've already cut the tree i needed, and I'm here alive uninjured to watch. I think i did it mostly correct, as i did rush the cut or panic at the fell. You're very humble and modest regarding your professionalism. Great work❤
Not bad for some guy on youtube😅
I'm a carpenter who dabbles in tree work, and this was REALLY informative thanks! 🙏
Thank you for the video ,very helpful, slowly explained what can and could happen. CHEERS
“Entertainment only” is why I’m watching. I’m well past my years where I want to fell a whole tree, especially with a chainsaw. Nowadays I trim my trees, but with a pruning blade on my Sawzall. I have more control, in my situation.
But I do love to watch a pro working his craft. Thanks for sharing
Owns a professional business related to this field ...you are an inspiration ✨️
Nice job. You are a natural teacher.
Love the honesty in addition to the excellent instruction. Thank you!
Such a great video! As a non-expert, I feel more comfortable with the Humboldt despite it being a bit more difficult to execute.
Good Sir, I was very much impressed with the amount of "Larnin' y'all pumped into my tiny little brain. I've never fallen a tree bigger than a ten foot Xmas tree but I love being in the bush and always admired a skilled Faller at work. You explained, in a clear yet humerous manner: what is basically going on, some important why & where-fores and just how to make that all work. Plus, you threw in some critically important safety tips.
I really enjoyed your video and will watch more as the mood strikes me - I'd druther that strike me than a tree.
A very good video.
Thanks again, Garth
Ya know, this is one of the best cutting videos I have seen because you explain it while you go, you have a good sense of humor, and you know what you're doing. I really like this video. Well done, guy.
Thank you for the kind words.
Best video I have seen on the right procedure for this undercut.
I really enjoy your videos and the way you do it, thanks
Even though I've been dropping trees for 40 yrs. to provide us with firewood and improve my timber lot, I'm still a total amateur. I usually rope off my trees with my tractor and snatch blocks bc I don't trust my (lack of) skills. Even at 77yrs old I'm too impatient to pay attention to my felling cuts. Your video has inspired me to "smarten up." I've only once tried the Humbolt cut and found it difficult to perform. I'm going to practice it now after watching your video a couple more times. Your humble explanations are invaluable and inspiring. Thank you!
You had me at "watch a tree fall down go boom." About the landing of the timber, show off.
Though I have never cut trees down, I have always felt that there is a science to it. You proved it.
Thanks for the education. I hope to see you do the Dutchman sometime in the future. This does interest me.
Thank you!!
Well done. That was cool that you put it where you called it. Very satisfying to watch. Thanks.
Thanks for sharing this, I use mostly the conventional cut and have been practicing the humboldt, but it feels awkward for me.
Yes, please show the swinging Dutchman. I have tried it several times and have had various results. It comes in handy on some of the trees I cut down for firewood, mostly conifer pine.
Yea, this guy knows his shit! 25+ years as a logging contractor and now an old man...
Thumbs up, u did a terrific job of explaining to us amateurs.
Found the information regarding the direction adjustment of the bottom cut really helpful - first time I have seen anyone explain the sighting of the bar angle from the far side .
Love your sense of humor, and common sense. I use the Humboldt, just to be different from the goofy notch.
Enjoyed the "boom"! Good video. I will try this method some time.
I got way more out of it than watch tree fall down, go boom even though I've never felled a tree before. Very interesting. Appreciate it.
06:54: You've practised doing it correctly so many times, that even when you try, you don't screw it up. One confesses to a certain amusement. When I was young I used to occasionally fall trees. Being not properly trained, I have no doubt I took my life in my hands _every_ _single_ _time_ .
Thank you for your videos. I recently bought some forestry land and learning how to manage it.
This guy is great. Excellent video, excellent instruction. Dude’s keeping it real. Subscribed.
Great teaching! Thanks. You are "felling trees" never "falling trees." Trees are falling but you're a feller, not a faller, and a good feller too. 🤠
It depends where you live. Around here, central British Columbia where we've been logging for a very long time, we call you a faller. But the big machine is called a feller-buncher.
Great spoon carving technique!
Have a wonderful vacation in the Netherlands with your family Felix!
Thank you for excellent instruction.
And, I don't know about anyone else, but that was one hell of a shot. Exactly where you wanted to drop it!
Great job brother. Couldn't have explained it any better. I'm old school like you.