Whacking Blackberries with a Brush Scythe

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  • Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
  • Hi Folks! In this video we show you how to use and maintain a Austrian brush scythe blade. We are going to get a little nerdy here on just what the differences are between the various types of scythe blades and how they are used. In addition, we also give you a walk through on how to peen and repair blade damage as well as how to hone the blade for use. Then we tackle the big brush problem on the Farm! ...so join us and check out how this old time tool fairs in eliminating a nasty brush problem!
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Комментарии • 40

  • @brianmorris8045
    @brianmorris8045 Год назад +6

    I'm glad a few years ago, came to their senses and started using the European scythes...so much easier to use and lighter, and more practical.

    • @BareMtnFarm
      @BareMtnFarm  Год назад +2

      The Austrian scythe has been a blessing to use, it's so light yet very strong.

  • @johnparr5879
    @johnparr5879 Месяц назад +1

    Good instructions..... You have twigged.... My.... Interest *. ..... Many thanks *

    • @BareMtnFarm
      @BareMtnFarm  Месяц назад

      Glad you enjoyed it Thanks for watching.

  • @peterellis4262
    @peterellis4262 2 года назад +4

    I find that with this kind of brush clearing all of the guidelines about keeping the blade on the ground and such that apply to grass mowing go pretty much out the window. You get into all kinds of creative strokes to find an effective angle for cutting against resilient, stubborn materials ;)

  • @gilbertaguillen9981
    @gilbertaguillen9981 3 года назад +6

    I'm new to the whole scythe world, but in my personal experience, the best long term solution to black berry management is goats. Not for everybody, but worked for me.

  • @patrickmurphy9266
    @patrickmurphy9266 2 года назад +3

    Good demo thanks . We have a neglected haggart and some of the briars are 50 years old . It took a quare time to remove and I used a chainsaw on some that were an inch thick . From here onward I'll use a scythe . Nice video . Thanks again

  • @rodjendrysik3444
    @rodjendrysik3444 Месяц назад

    Thank you very much. I learned a lot.

    • @BareMtnFarm
      @BareMtnFarm  Месяц назад

      Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching

  • @buds8423
    @buds8423 5 месяцев назад +1

    My favorite cryptic saying to “weed” out the Posers: “Between the Snath and the Tang lays the angle of attack!”

  • @firepinkfarmtn
    @firepinkfarmtn 3 года назад +5

    Just found you guys! Subscribed💪🏼
    We recently bought our first Scythe from Scythe Supply. We’re loving the Tops blade, but we have a ton of blackberry bushes on one part of our property. Looks like we’ll be buying a bush blade!

    • @bigdreams5554
      @bigdreams5554 2 года назад

      Also have tops blade, getting bush blade. Tops cuts through 1" pokeweed like butter but can't handle woodier stems (not at that size anyway).

  • @janrendek
    @janrendek 2 года назад +2

    Greetings from 🇸🇰!

  • @jonb3902
    @jonb3902 3 года назад +2

    Ordered my Styria bush blade and stones from Scythe Supply the other day. I have a pond and the backside of the dam is becoming overgrown and is too steep for any type of power equipment. I am looking forward to mowing it all down!

  • @zoceapatience4001
    @zoceapatience4001 Год назад

    thank you very much for this excellent video. I am just beginning to learn. perfect intro. thank you.

  • @stepedelweiss
    @stepedelweiss Год назад +1

    Ожина, страшна річ. Фукс 45 - звір машина. Вуйкови респект.

  • @13101s
    @13101s Год назад +2

    I want a brush scythe...

  • @aryafeydakin
    @aryafeydakin 2 года назад +4

    A brush hook would be way better to clear up the zone, and only then use the brush scythe to finish mowing the sticks.

    • @BareMtnFarm
      @BareMtnFarm  2 года назад +2

      I can see your point there. Especially if the brush work being done is later in the year when the brambles are more woody. Thanks for the tip!

    • @13101s
      @13101s Год назад

      I can't find either so far in the stores here.

    • @2adamast
      @2adamast 11 месяцев назад

      I got small trees in the mix, the scythe can take them but it's heavy on the blade, a brush hook is more appropriate there.

  • @josewilliams2504
    @josewilliams2504 3 года назад

    A silly comment I know, but you sound a bit like and look like an older version of the character Andy Bernard from The Office. Thanks for your great video

  • @cecilleflowerfarm
    @cecilleflowerfarm 3 года назад +2

    Hmm I miss that weird looking thing😂That’s what we use when we have to harvest our coconut with long bamboo pole!

    • @BareMtnFarm
      @BareMtnFarm  3 года назад +1

      Quite the versatile tool, eh 😀

  • @davebean2886
    @davebean2886 2 года назад

    How would you compare a scythe with brush blade to a sling blade tool?
    Unfortunately all blades seem to be temporarily out of stock at scythe supply. Any 2nd sources?
    I've been using a sling blade on poison hemlock. Appears easier to cut than your blackberries. Rocks, dirt and logs are taking their toll on the sling blade and I sharpen before each use.
    Some videos recommend sharpening grass scythe blades every few minutes - is this the same with a bush blade?
    I did get my hands on a couple of very old grass scythe. The blades seem to be in good shape and surprisingly sharp with a little touch-up. The snathes however are in questionable shape and the handles don't seem to lock in place securely.
    I did try the grass scythe on the poison hemlock and they did cut, but with issues with the handles and rocks and obstructions, I've been more productive with the sling blade tool. Perhaps a scythe with a brush blade might be even better?

  • @amyblueskyirl16
    @amyblueskyirl16 3 года назад +1

    Good questions 😄 Where do you recommend getting a scythe and peening jig? Great details, thanks!

    • @BareMtnFarm
      @BareMtnFarm  3 года назад +3

      Hi @amyblueskyIRL We use the scythe supply company out of Perry Maine. Here is the link: scythesupply.com/

    • @amyblueskyirl16
      @amyblueskyirl16 3 года назад

      @@BareMtnFarm Thanks!

  • @13101s
    @13101s Год назад +1

    thank you for showing how to attach it!! I didn't manage as the tool that came with my scythe holder was screwed underneath it... is that a normal tool one can buy? Sorry, I have really no clue.
    Does one have to sharpen a brand new blade?

    • @BareMtnFarm
      @BareMtnFarm  Год назад +2

      The tool used to tighten the D clamp that holds the blade to the scythe is called an Allen wrench. These come in different sizes and if you need a new one are readily available at hardware stores. If you bought your scythe from Scythe Supply in Maine it comes already peened and honed. So it's ready to go.

    • @13101s
      @13101s Год назад +1

      @@BareMtnFarm Thank you so much. I am very very far from Maine. I have contacted the producer why I need the same tool to remove the tool attached to the handle, and will go to the store to buy an Allen wrench so. None of the keys I have fits.

  • @donaldlee6699
    @donaldlee6699 11 месяцев назад

    I am seriously considering a scythe
    The one you are using appears to be an Australian opposed to being an American made by the fact it is straight other than the curved. I am 5'8. I believe I should use a number 2? Are their any recommendations with links? Thanks for the video. I subscribe.

    • @BareMtnFarm
      @BareMtnFarm  11 месяцев назад +1

      Actually the scythe design and all the blades are Austrian. My primary blade I use is called a ditch blade. You can get all the parts, blades, snatch, honing stones, and peening jig from The Scythe Supply, in Perry Maine . sycthesupply.com is the website. They can walk you through the process of getting the snatch sized right too.

  • @gcgopro6912
    @gcgopro6912 2 года назад +1

    I find for brushwood and brambles these scythes are not heavy duty enough. I have had a small split in the wood and the handles is too weak. Great for grass though.

    • @BareMtnFarm
      @BareMtnFarm  2 года назад +1

      Yeah it's easy to find your self wanting to hack instead of slice. Hacking definitely will quickly damage the spindle, handle or the snath itself. I also find that the scythes work best when the materials are green in Spring. Old brambles that are dead and dried are definitely tougher to deal with.

  • @anthonybarrett2342
    @anthonybarrett2342 3 года назад +1

    A good way to keep control of blackberries is to use goats.They love them.

  • @trafalgar22a8
    @trafalgar22a8 Год назад +1

    110723 Thanks

  • @rhymereason3449
    @rhymereason3449 3 года назад +1

    Moving his blade through that peenng jig WAY too fast - he should be moving about 1/8th of an inch at a time.

  • @aaronhardway343
    @aaronhardway343 Год назад

    Personally, I find that a STIHL FS110 with a 3 point brush knife blade does a much better job, much more quickly and efficiently........