How to Safely Fell or Cut Down a Tree Using a Chainsaw | Husqvarna

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  • Опубликовано: 12 авг 2013
  • Want to learn how to properly fell a tree with a chainsaw? This requires careful planning and high degree of skill. Most importantly, safety first.
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  • @rhondaburrell3267
    @rhondaburrell3267 9 месяцев назад +70

    I was running this saw for about 2 hours at about a 30-50% duty cycle ruclips.net/user/postUgkxfQm1wmg0ItKDLavxj1nXtQY9HP7EF504 and it did a great job. I used the lever for the built in sharpener to clear chip buildup out more than to actually sharpen the chain. It managed to cut some hardwood stumps much larger than it's size without bothering the neighbors with hours of 2 stroke noise.

  • @PaulCotterCanada
    @PaulCotterCanada 9 лет назад +134

    Bought a second-hand chainsaw. Decided I was too old to do the macho thing - fire it up and take down the tree. RUclipsd a few videos including one or two on chainsaw maintenance. (fwiw my spellchecker says RUclips shouldn't be used as a verb). This was the best of the bunch for a newbie. It was 90 minutes of good education. Watched it twice. I know - I'm a masochist. Wrote myself a checklist and followed his instructions. I would never have thought of boring a hole, 'skinning' supporting branches, taking a tape measure, making myself a 45/90 degree stick etc. As it is an 'official' Husqvarna film I felt more confident that it showed best practice. Well worth listening to the Husqy voice. I am now the proud owner of an ex-tree.

    • @thetessellater9163
      @thetessellater9163 5 лет назад +6

      or as they say in Wales: "There it was, gone"

    • @cluek9780
      @cluek9780 4 года назад +8

      Make it a *former tree, now timber. Gotta love his repetition for emphasis; a great teacher. And I’ve logged wood since I was 12! (55yrs).
      I’ve seen such bs on other YT channels. And note he stopped when he recognized his fatigue limit- something an “enthusiast” will miss and make mistakes. Hard to see the tensions inside the bark, sometimes-- and lifetime pros STILL die doin this shit.
      Still cocky? Only a fool...

    • @dennismurray8631
      @dennismurray8631 4 года назад +13

      C Luek - in my 60+ years - since Dad lifted me off the ground, on assist handle side of a 50’s McCulloch, w/40” bar.
      In those many years I guess my somewhat naturally analytical mind 🧠 encompassed most of these principles, while turning ex-trees into firewood... Safely!
      i have bound up a few chains- befrore polymer wedges 🙂. Never had a ‘barber chair’ or kickback & have ALL my appendages @ Age 72.
      i Still fell, buck, cut, split, both Axe & hyd. splitter for heat & sauna 🙏🏼 , own & occ. use a couple antique hand saws. Have plenty aches & pains to show for it too...& outwork my neighbor 20yrs younger. A GR8 running saw & sharp chain in hardwood is MUSIC! 👍🏼. Keeps ya YOUNG and TIRED 😉

  • @williamhale6808
    @williamhale6808 Год назад +2

    Never hurts to go over the basics. It can remind you of stuff you take for granted .thanks.

  • @panhouska
    @panhouska 4 года назад +87

    This is probably the best instruction video you can find. Outstanding.

  • @bobpatvan1
    @bobpatvan1 7 лет назад +147

    My gosh, Paul Bunyan himself could not have done this video without the critics piling on!
    This guy is not engaged in logging, he is instructing. Instruction takes explanation and time. I am not a logger either but do enjoy maintaining my wooded property without injury or damage. I found this video extremely well done and helpful. Everything he said and did made sense. Go Husqvarna/

    • @norman-gregory
      @norman-gregory 6 месяцев назад

      Well said.

    • @user-ox2id9ly6u
      @user-ox2id9ly6u 5 месяцев назад

      This guy isn't a qualified instructor, he has a very dull saw ,he has no idea on how to handle a saw ,or how to fall a tree safely 😅😅😅😅😅

  • @rlewis1946
    @rlewis1946 8 лет назад +472

    To the 461 chain jockeys who didn't: like this video, go back to 25:20 and watch this guy use every skill he taught you in the first 25 minutes and fell.another good sized tree down in less than three minutes. Thanks for a great video and teaching 3000+ appreciative viewers good felling tree practice!

    • @jaywithdaak3490
      @jaywithdaak3490 8 лет назад +3

      have a nice day sir

    • @jimmybickers3349
      @jimmybickers3349 8 лет назад +13

      +Roy Lewis
      Yeah I watched it, a good pro faller would have a tree of that size down in less than a minute. This isn't good tree felling practice, it's called the Swedish Stump dance. He definitely isn't a novice with a chainsaw, but he is nowhere close to expert level.

    • @austindenotter913
      @austindenotter913 8 лет назад +13

      He is good but would go broke if he was logging.

    • @progtom7585
      @progtom7585 6 лет назад +2

      Roy Lewis word! Well said!!

    • @Hypknos
      @Hypknos 6 лет назад +6

      Funny thing is he buried his axe in the dirt at 25:20 potentialy dulling it lol

  • @markwhite6782
    @markwhite6782 4 года назад +26

    Great video, my friend almost lost his life as a tree came down on him. Several days in the ICU and had to learn to walk again at 35 years old. His injuries will haunt him the rest of his life. What did he do wrong? He got complacent and thought he knew it all about felling trees. I find myself doing the same thing and constantly remind myself this aint mowing grass, one screw up and you can die. After my friend (Greg) had his accident I gained a whole lot of respect for felling trees and lost my cockyness.

    • @pecheur1951
      @pecheur1951 4 года назад +6

      Thanks for you honesty and reminding us how dangerous it can be.

    • @steveshopworxmachine5716
      @steveshopworxmachine5716 3 года назад +5

      Everything you said did kill a friend of mine. 40 years and more experience, retired, helping his neighbor. Nephew was supposed to help him but didn't show up. Did it himself and the tree barber chaired and crushed him. His wife of 50 years watched it happen. Amazing man cut down by the job he loved. Safety never comes 2nd. Complacency has no place in life.

  • @tonyminnichsoffer7401
    @tonyminnichsoffer7401 4 года назад +11

    Bravo. Thanks much. You're awesome. As an old woodsman whose cut down thousands of trees over the last 60 years, I'm delighted to learn something new. Your statement about results -- "I'm safe and you're safe" says it all.

  • @SpoobyChan
    @SpoobyChan 10 лет назад +52

    Im in a Chainsaw Operations and Maintenance class right now and we use Husqvarna training videos. But the videos we have are on VHS lol. Our instructor works as a professional logger and arborist and he told us a story about how using the bore cut and the holding wood saved his customers life. Customer decided to do an unexpected visit and just happened to drive his quad right up and into the landing area of the tree he was cutting. This is a great video and you guys at Husqvarna sure know what you are doing. Keep up the good work. Oh and some people are just trolling in the comments... they are called neck-beards and they have never been outside of their parents basement for anything other than Twinkies, Mountain Dew, and other junk food.

    • @costafortia6854
      @costafortia6854 7 лет назад

      Damn... Just made me hungry :)

    • @brianeastman3547
      @brianeastman3547 7 лет назад

      spooby chan ,I just bought a new Shindaiwa cs 358t &a cs 491s chainsaw and both have Greased lightening rpm

  • @the42the
    @the42the 9 лет назад +55

    This is an amazing tutorial that may save your life and prevent injuries! I felled trees in Colorado on the Continental Divide as foreman of a work crew for a few summers. I was the only one on the crew who ran the chainsaw, with only a rudimentary understanding of the practice. Every safety issue the instructor covers was something I encountered and either lucked out or figured out, or never understood fully. His limbing section is amazing. His Notch & Hinge felling technique takes out every problem and provides the safest solution. It is worth looking at his "How To" vids as well for a classroom explanation of what he demonstrates here.

  • @bigglesace
    @bigglesace 5 лет назад +9

    What a surprise. I started with chainsaws around 1946 Dolmars 2 man operated. I wish we could have had the benefit of this guys video, we had to learn the hard way. To put all his time into such an educational video deserves my praise. Gets my thanks even though I have been retired for several years, it gets to be almost part of ones life and one never forgets.

  • @tracyswaile247
    @tracyswaile247 5 лет назад +6

    I have just watched several different videos to cut safely and I am very thankful for everyone who takes the time to create these videos. I am a beginner who needs to be able to cut my own firewood to heat my home. I definitely will not be tackling any big trees but at least I feel more confident to be able to cut smaller trees. Thank you!

  • @cratxn1
    @cratxn1 9 лет назад +101

    As an ex-Air Force Ground Safety Instructor and Flying Safety Officer I have for years wanted a resource like this. Heretofore lawyers in a litigious society have deprived us of wonderful instructional tools like this video. Husqvarna and you are to be commended for stepping out front. Sometime the narrative was a little fast but then he would review what he had said using the old axiom: 1) tell 'em what your gonna tell 'em 2) tell 'em 3) tell 'em what you told 'em. Camera work and editing were excellent too considering safety restrictions. Attaboy

  • @TheMrMavman
    @TheMrMavman 10 лет назад +17

    Its blokes like you doing these how to clips that makes my job safer everyday I cut wood... I've been wood cutting now for many years & even this old dog picked up a few new tricks.. Cheers

  • @m.abbott3386
    @m.abbott3386 4 года назад +18

    As an experienced nurse who's also trained in forestry and done some bucket / ground work in felling, I give a lot of kudos to this guy for taking the time to carefully describe and explain how to properly and safely fell a tree. I've listened to lots of guys (to date no other gal has had a discussion in felling with me) brag about the "dozens or more" trees they've "brought down without all that safety junk to worry about." But as a nurse, I've also listened to a number of those type of guys exclaim in surprise "I don't know how it happened to me, I've done it without a hitch so many times before" -- as they are tended to in a trauma room of the local medical center. Or years later, when they need a hearing aid or have some other injury-related disability related to tree work that could have been prevented. I get it: stuff happens... it's a risky endeavor. But some deliberation, patience, and good PPE goes a long way toward keeping us felling for many more years to come.

  • @JamesWilliams-he4lb
    @JamesWilliams-he4lb 4 года назад +4

    The first trees I ever felled with a chainsaw I was at a job site as a 16 year old. My supervisor unwisely gave a chainsaw to a couple kids with almost no instructions and we had some close calls. I gained a bit of insight from the dangerous experience and had subsequent instruction, but for 20 years I've been felling trees without optimal safety. Glad I watched this video.

  • @RobotCNC
    @RobotCNC 8 лет назад +227

    Excellent Video!, I'm a newbie and I'm sure there are many ways to do it but this guy explains things very well. At first i thought "who the hell is going to watch a 45 minute video just to cut down a freak'n tree!". Well, i watched it and i'm glad i did. I went out to my newly acquired woods and proceeded to level and cut up 7 tress in the 12-16 inch range (now i'm dragging my ass). I felt very comfortable doing it too. I did everything the guy talks about and i got home safe with 10 fingers and toes. Thanks ton for a great video.

    • @lonelylion3582
      @lonelylion3582 7 лет назад +3

      👍🏼😂 good job bro

    • @jackmannjack1251
      @jackmannjack1251 7 лет назад +7

      +Abdul Rahman Heheheheh, Abdul there is no trees where You are, only sand. Heheheheheheh.

    • @cmoon682
      @cmoon682 6 лет назад +5

      Jackmann Jack feel good about yourself?go look in the mirror,ask who am I?

    • @babygoat2002
      @babygoat2002 6 лет назад

      Robotic Solutions Inc let Olli gntunnn

    • @Jimlovescock
      @Jimlovescock 5 лет назад +5

      Jackmann Jack there is no brain in your head. Only sand. Hehehehehehe

  • @hmax1591
    @hmax1591 9 лет назад +135

    Yes, drawn out for those who just want to be entertained rather than learn something the right way. Is a good video. 10 years of experience compressed into a 46 minute video. Good job. Thanks for the great lesson.

    • @sammygirlie345
      @sammygirlie345 2 года назад +3

      Some say he married that tree and he loves her every night

  • @beebob1279
    @beebob1279 4 года назад +13

    Terrific. My father and I took trees down when he built a house in the mountains. I was 11 and was allowed to do the 'bucking'. Dad made sure it was an easy cut for me. He taught me the safe way to cut by allowing me to learn on simple pieces.
    I've cut a few trees down at that house since his passing. Use a lot of what he taught me. However, this video showed me a lot of safe ways to cut that I never knew. I am very appreciative to the instructor. Now I won't be pinching my blade quite as often.
    With a number of Cherry trees starting to die, I'm likely calling in a logger to drop the trees for me. If I can offset the costs of his services by offering cherry logs for his mill I'll do that and in turn only clean up the wood I will use. Maybe even pick up the scraps at the mill for my uses. Sometimes it's better to say 'uncle' than to over due it.

  • @BJSmith-ll3uw
    @BJSmith-ll3uw 4 года назад +11

    Thank you husqvarna. I have spent many hours on a chainsaw but I learned several things from this video.

  • @valerieg.1232
    @valerieg.1232 8 лет назад +32

    Been running a chainsaw on my property for a couple of decades doing light clearing work. Gotten to the point of having a few trees to bring down. Up to this point nay I had to cut were in t 4 to 6" diameter range. Now there are a few in the 10 to 18" range and a couple a bit larger so I looked for a felling video. Glad I found this one.
    As a retired credentialed teacher with over two decades of classroom experience and being an online educator in a number of "venues," I know good teaching when I see it. You are knowledgeable in your field and you know how to share that knowledge in a memorable and concise manner. I was also a volunteer firefighter for quite a few years and so safety is also a concern, so I thank you for all those safety tips you shared as well.
    Great Job!

  • @Osckarre
    @Osckarre 7 лет назад +28

    Always great to watch another man cut a tree down. I've cut a lot of trees down but still can learn a thing or two. Thanks for the tips and tricks.

  • @c5back9
    @c5back9 5 лет назад +3

    Incredible. I’ve been using a chainsaw for more than 40 years and never knew much of what was shown here. Never had an injury either. Obviously a case of my guardian angel protecting me as I’ve romped around the homestead blindly. Thanks for sharing so much valuable info, I learned a lot and really appreciate you wisdom.

  • @UFallinggator
    @UFallinggator 6 лет назад +3

    Thank you very much for an informative video on felling and bucking a tree. I don't use my saw terribly often, but the last time I did was with a group of guys from the neighborhood church that were helping neighbors remove trees after a hurricane. I really wish that I had watched this video before that. Your lessons about dealing with compression and tension would have saved me a lot of headaches and a lot of pinched bars. Yes, some portions of the video were perhaps a bit slower than necessary for me, but then again I at least have some experience with a saw. There were other times during the video where I was very glad that the instructor took it slowly, and repeated the lesson. It is impossible to create a single video for every skill level, so instead Husqvarna created a video designed for individuals with basically no skills whatsoever with a chainsaw. You could watch this video, and go cut down a tree immediately afterwards with basically no other training. I think you Husqvarna did a great job, and I learned a lot. For starters, I will probably start using that 70 degree notch cut in the future. I'm slightly embarrassed to admit this, but I never knew why my saw was angled that way. Now, I do, and now I know how to use it to my advantage.

  • @Budreax
    @Budreax 9 лет назад +18

    Excellent tutorial! Nothing like taking the time to learn the proper and safe technique. Thank you!

  • @EronIler
    @EronIler 8 лет назад +34

    Extremely educational. I thought I knew what I was doing after 30 years but I learned a lot.

  • @thewhexperience3901
    @thewhexperience3901 Год назад +4

    How did I get here? I don’t even have a chainsaw lol

  • @veritassoundsculpture
    @veritassoundsculpture 3 года назад +1

    This is easily the best video for someone like me who has never fell a tree to watch. Really appreciate this!

  • @kathleenzimmerman8227
    @kathleenzimmerman8227 7 лет назад +168

    LOVED this video ...and learned ALOT from it!!! Don't let the haters get you down!!! You did a PHENOMENAL job of TEACHING and INSTRUCTING!!! Keep these kinds of videos coming, please?

  • @haus4404
    @haus4404 9 лет назад +7

    I have two acres of land with 65 live oaks, 6 Longleaf pines, and a wish to manage these green guys. The safety aspects the narrator makes can't be stressed enough or too often. For every successful project around here there's a Greg Norman story just waiting to happen. The cutting theory and production of this piece was top notch (kerf?). It's a reference video that I'll watch a few (dozen?) more times. Thank you, Husqvarna.

  • @Edgy01
    @Edgy01 4 года назад +1

    It's always a good idea to review safety guidance on felling trees. No matter how many trees I have taken down it's always good to review these techniques prior to another job.

  • @TheMotorman116
    @TheMotorman116 3 года назад

    Anyone who cuts wood should watch this very informative video. Thank you sir you are a great teacher!

  • @keeganob126
    @keeganob126 7 лет назад +6

    I appreciate the time taken and explanations given through out this video. Thank you for educating me on how to properly cut a hinge and explaining compression and tension. It makes so much sense now. Pay no attention to the negative comments. The impatient attitude, I'm guessing, is from those with more experience than me. (And they didn't have to or need to watch this video). If they were learning something new, they would appreciate the thorough instructions. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and taking the time to make this video.

  • @josiahthornton9125
    @josiahthornton9125 10 лет назад +10

    Regardless to what some of these people may say there was a lot of good information in this video and I really appreciate it's being posted.

  • @bartonpena9513
    @bartonpena9513 2 года назад +4

    Thank you this awesome tutorial on felling a tree. Being able to understand the way a tree sits, leans, line of sight on where you want it to fall, escape routes, and notching gives me the confidence to fell a tree properly. As well as understanding tension and compression on the felled tree. Thank you for your time.

  • @billonthehill9984
    @billonthehill9984 5 лет назад +1

    This is by far the best demonstration on how to safely fell a tree I have ever come across. I want to thank Husqvarna for putting this out there. Having a clear understanding of pressure points when cutting limbs before & after felling a tree comes from years of experience working with trees. I have done many of the cutting techniques demonstrated here for 45 years now and I still learned a considerable amount of useful tips from this safety first oriented demonstration on how to properly fell & limb a tree correctly, efficiently & most importantly, safely... :-)

  • @kenrailey937
    @kenrailey937 8 лет назад +47

    Absolutely outstanding and informative video. One of the more comprehensive. Thank you for taking the time to share your years of knowledge and experience with the rest of us. I have cut trees for firewood and land clearing on and off for over 40 years and still found some great tips. Those who made comments about the length; I sincerely hope you reconsider. This can be a very dangerous trade. Arrogance, ignorance, or hazards you might fail to recognize, can kill you in a second. Thank you again for a great video! Ken

    • @ryanlynch3579
      @ryanlynch3579 2 года назад +1

      Agree. Anyone without enough experience and came to watch this vid who feels it's too long should probably hire someone else to cut their trees down.

  • @joeevora1674
    @joeevora1674 5 лет назад +3

    New property owner here and have many pines to fell. I'm very thankful for this video and his others! Your definitely saving me time and quite possibly, injury. So thank you for putting this out there!!

  • @veritassoundsculpture
    @veritassoundsculpture 2 года назад +1

    I’ve never fell a tree until this year. I watched this video literally about 10 times last year. I have now fell 3 trees and walk myself through every step of this video and every tree has come down safely and directly where I want it. Thanks so much for the deep explanation of everything!

  • @orestwitiw213
    @orestwitiw213 4 года назад +2

    As a moderate chainsaw user I must say this was a very good lesson in safe use of a chainsaw. It was well worth the time I spent watching it for a second time!

  • @carpediemjonah8110
    @carpediemjonah8110 4 года назад +45

    This video has probably prevented a lot of potential injuries. And will continue to do so for many years to come. Thank you.

    • @rogerhector8323
      @rogerhector8323 3 года назад

      or caused them you cannot teach someone better than hands on. can you really expect them yo go out and cut tree that size just by watching a video and hoping they remembered it right and didn't misunderstand.. Better to have him or some other competent person else with you in person

  • @danielslagle6440
    @danielslagle6440 4 года назад +316

    After watching this all I can say is the Good Lord has been watching over me.

  • @hikingfish3
    @hikingfish3 2 года назад

    This is an actual teaching video, not entertainment. Very detail oriented. Everything is explained with dimensions relative to size of tree, angles relative to other positions, etc. It precisely maps the processes and mental checks that are going on in the head of an experienced tree cutter and explains the why and how.

  • @robreece4927
    @robreece4927 2 года назад +1

    Safety Tips were excellent . . . just purchased a new Husqvarna & feel a lot more prepared.

  • @Jimj
    @Jimj 10 лет назад +13

    That was the best felling video ever...Thank you so much!
    Jim

  • @naamansalas
    @naamansalas 5 лет назад +4

    That had to be the best tree felling video I have ever watched. 45 minutes well spent on my part.

  • @ehahnsolo1164
    @ehahnsolo1164 4 года назад +2

    Thank you so much for teaching me some basics on how to cut down a tree. I never used a chainsaw or cut down a tree before in my life. And i succeeded in aiming a leaning tree away from my house that was only about twenty feet away. I learned so much thank you.

  • @ToolMetrix
    @ToolMetrix 4 года назад +10

    This is the best instructional videos on this topic that I've seen. Very helpful, and has probably saved many injuries and maybe even a life or two. Thanks for putting this together!

  • @Iliketoweldandbraze
    @Iliketoweldandbraze 9 лет назад +25

    I'm sure you saved a lot of people if they took the time to listen to this video or watch it very good I learned a lot

  • @carsonray51
    @carsonray51 8 лет назад +35

    Very instructional.Covered almost all the bases in one video.I have 42 years of tree removal experience and still pick up good tips occasionally.Cheers from Down Under,Perth,Australia Cheers,Carson

    • @timtags
      @timtags 3 года назад

      The world's hardest wood is in Australia. I don't envy people that do tree work in Australia. 😬

  • @mrsteama
    @mrsteama 5 лет назад

    There's nothing that can replace a well trained, well taught person such as this guy. I watched all 46 minutes of this video and learned a lot! THis is the standard of teaching beginners on how to fell a tree. Thank you so much for this meticulously instructive video!!!!!

  • @pedintx
    @pedintx 4 года назад

    I am 73 and I have been using a power saws for over 55 years. But this video has taught me more than any other instructional video or training I have ever had. Thank you, Paul from Texas

  • @andrew15002003
    @andrew15002003 9 лет назад +7

    This technique worked great for me. Probably saved me from some troubles. Thank you!

  • @jamestawatao2423
    @jamestawatao2423 8 лет назад +8

    Great video, lots of important info for someone like me who doesn't know anything about cutting a tree down. Thanks for sharing your many years of experience. Highly appreciated.

  • @brianmedeiros417
    @brianmedeiros417 3 года назад +1

    I watch this video often to remind myself to be better. Well done!

    • @Fliegercantfly
      @Fliegercantfly 3 года назад

      I always come back. To re educate my self before a job.

  • @scottjohnson3226
    @scottjohnson3226 5 лет назад +7

    Thank you for helping me fell my first tree! I had one leaning, similar to what you depicted with your first cut. I followed your directions precisely and it was a perfect fall.

  • @blorph1
    @blorph1 7 лет назад +7

    Absolutely amazing and captivating video. Never realized so much planning and effort went in to making a safe, professional cut. Thank you for taking the time to make this outstanding video.

  • @robertburleson2450
    @robertburleson2450 5 лет назад +8

    By far the most detailed, instructive video I've seen on the proper, safe use of a very dangerous tool. I especially liked the instruction on the use of wedges, which I personally have not used beyond felling a tree. Thanks for taking the time to educate folks on the safe way to use a saw!! Everyone who owns a chainsaw should watch this video. Well done!!

  • @workerbeezee
    @workerbeezee 4 года назад +27

    Best tree felling video ever. Awesome explanations.

  • @williamdegroat5023
    @williamdegroat5023 2 года назад

    Wow sir 🙏. Just came in from bucking a tree. Felled it correctly believed that bucking it was no big deal. Pinched off my saw and almost cost me a leg. Heaven sent keep posting you are a true master. One of the most thorough videos I've ever seen posted. God bless brother

  • @jimisnotunique
    @jimisnotunique 3 года назад +3

    Great video, by an expert feller, with very good teaching abilities.
    I got a Husqvarna saw a few months ago, and I am hooked on doing tree work, as an amateur.
    I've watched lots of videos, this is one of the most useful.
    So far, I've cut a large wind-blown oak, and a 50ft dead oak overhanging the house and driveway.

  • @deanlee9786
    @deanlee9786 5 лет назад +36

    You are an excellent teacher! Thank you very much! I’m glad there are guys like you helping to deepen the understanding of this industry so that nobody gets hurt.

    • @jackriley5974
      @jackriley5974 10 месяцев назад +1

      Loggers in "This industry" don't fell trees this way!! This video is for DIYers working in their back yards. Albeit safer, a logger would go broke using this system!!

  • @ioispigs5480
    @ioispigs5480 Год назад +1

    Fantastic video!! I learned more in this video than I have in the past two years watching other videos about felling and limbing and bucking! Thank you a million times over, Husqvarna instructor!

  • @allanhughes7859
    @allanhughes7859 4 года назад +1

    I thought i knew every thing and now i think i know nothing.. Every day is a day at school in this life.. "LIFE BEING THE WORD" Truly a good Video for all to learn
    even those who as i have been cutting for years never to old to be taught something new i guess. Thanks for your time fella much appreciated !!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @danielsharon524
    @danielsharon524 3 года назад +10

    Great Video. I really like how you analyze and explain the cuts about as scientifically and from an engineering perspective as possible. Thanks!

  • @dagrmast
    @dagrmast 4 года назад +5

    I learned more from this video than several others that I watched. Very well done very well explained. Thank you

  • @nunyabusiness863
    @nunyabusiness863 Год назад

    Can't thank you enough for this. This is timeless, lifesaving information for homeowners. And instead of telling us what we can't do, show us how to do it right. Thank you.

  • @mmr159
    @mmr159 6 лет назад +1

    Felling my first tree tomorrow. Been watching many of your videos feel confident I can tackle this safely. Thanks.

  • @ideasasopiates3129
    @ideasasopiates3129 7 лет назад +5

    This video explains the best step by step technique of all the videos I've seen on youtube on felling and cutting down a tree. Thanks for posting. I learned a lot.

  • @wesb1745
    @wesb1745 9 лет назад +4

    Great instructional video. I feel much more confident approaching a tree after watching this video. Thanks. Please do more like it.

  • @cameronlocke7131
    @cameronlocke7131 3 года назад

    Excellent instructional video. Definitely lowered the chances of me hurting myself. Thank you.

  • @dr.richardkimble6780
    @dr.richardkimble6780 4 года назад +1

    You cannot buy this knowledge it takes a lifetime of learning look and learn ,a real pro ,thank you

  • @ricks7432
    @ricks7432 7 лет назад +745

    I have been cutting trees for 25 years. while doing so I have pinched my blades, bent three chain bars, and watched two friends hurt themselves. I wish I would have saw this 25 years ago so I would have known what I was doing wrong. You fellas who are badmouthing the video have probably done the same. This is the knowledge and safety basis to work from and yes he probably had a dull blade on purpose. I bet this fella could probably whip your behinds cutting trees when the cameras are off. Don't be arrogant morons.

    • @jregnide
      @jregnide 7 лет назад +7

      have you EVER heard of using a plunge cut? Not to put him down but he looks like a typical factory rep -- all the book knowledge but little practical experience. He should spend time with a lumber crew.

    • @kingalthe1st160
      @kingalthe1st160 7 лет назад +104

      Plunge/bore is the safest cut to use (provided you get it started correctly, which he shows you how to), especially with a leaning tree. Factory rep? C'mon. Just watch how he moves around and handles the saw. Everything is thought out with safety and efficiency in mind. That just comes from years of experience.

    • @boudibla4011
      @boudibla4011 7 лет назад +5

      years of experience ... as a farmer

    • @crgaillee
      @crgaillee 7 лет назад +54

      You are spot on regarding the arrogant criticizing ones. They tend to be over confident and end up injuring themselves or others. It's ALWAYS good to remain humble and live longer.

    • @jameshoffman1500
      @jameshoffman1500 6 лет назад

      Rick S of

  • @mazdaq1981
    @mazdaq1981 9 лет назад +10

    Great video, learnt a lot from this. Well worth watching the full 45 minutes for lots of good advice. Going to watch it at least another time.

  • @jpridie
    @jpridie 4 года назад +2

    I’m an amateur home owner cutting my own trees. I’ve learned a lot thank you!

  • @ebutuoyssa
    @ebutuoyssa 4 года назад +1

    Any one who sees this video and gives it a thumbs down should themselves be considered a hazard. I am a sawyer / faller on a fire crew and have been cutting hazard trees for many years. This video covered every procedural step to safely fell and operate a saw on marginally complex trees. The stump shots prove the point. I typically do my face cut first by habit but it really makes sense to line your face cut to your sloping cut to avoid Dutchmen clean-up issues and decrease exposure time. I did notice the saw dust and a little extra saw strain from a slightly dulled chain but how that upset some viewers was as ridiculous as bitching that the door on the pick-up was open. PS- I am one of those 460 / 461 Jockeys mentioned in an earlier post that saw three major points regarding Husky. Saw started and cut safely and efficiently, tree safely fell where planned, and operator and equipment survived to safely make more videos. Sounds good to me.

  • @thejerseyj9422
    @thejerseyj9422 3 года назад +4

    Excellent presentation, giving us all the information needed in a clear, concise manner.
    Well done.

  • @danpottage7717
    @danpottage7717 10 лет назад +62

    For the people commenting that this guy is taking too long, get educated on a few stats if you don't want learn about technical tree falling. In the US, a tree worker is killed every 2.5 days (this is the deaths that are reported, usually by businesses. this often doesn't include homeowners doing DIY). Each day on the job, an average tree worker statistically has a more likely chance of death than a policeman or fireman. This is due to primarily one reason: a lack of education and training. Chainsaws are dangerous and trees can be unpredictable, so maybe learning how to try and prevent a tree from "barber chairing" on you might be wise.

  • @fins59
    @fins59 5 лет назад +1

    Nice to see an expert at work, clearly explaining what he's doing & demonstrating his real skills, thank you.

  • @888HUSKERS
    @888HUSKERS 5 лет назад

    You guys are going to win over a Stihl customer if you keep posting good free educational videos like this.

  • @onalazyafternoon
    @onalazyafternoon 10 лет назад +5

    Your a really good Instructor...good details explaining all of the math and science involved...what with applied forces and angles to consider .. thank you for taking time to make video showing the thinking behind being safe and getting results you want.. your information is excellent and appreciated. anyone saying anything negative either does not have patience to watch whole video.. cannot understand what your saying so does not see or appreciate the value of the safety in your details.. ignore those people.. they will be the ones doing it wrong and in an emergency room somewhere hurt someday because your information did not seem to be pertinent to them.

  • @AfricanFlightStar
    @AfricanFlightStar 6 лет назад +10

    Just watched all your videos here on tree felling. Been using a chain saw for 30 years as an amateur, never hurt myself thank God but had quite a few binding blades, so I learnt a lot from your great instructions. Thank you for making the effort to put this material together and making it available to the public. Awesome job 👍🏼

    • @JH-mj9dt
      @JH-mj9dt 10 месяцев назад

      😊😢

  • @pescador7735
    @pescador7735 2 года назад

    This is an excellent video. As a beginner, I learned a ton. I'm sure there are many who have some experience that could learn something here if they would keep their minds open. It's obvious from the title that this video is not designed for true experts and professionals. It's designed for the rest of us. I appreciate Husqvarna for publishing it. Thank you!

  • @stephenxburrage
    @stephenxburrage 2 года назад

    That is by far far far the most shallow face-cut I have ever seen. Honestly impressed

  • @PIXYBASHER
    @PIXYBASHER 9 лет назад +9

    I'm a complete newby to all this and found this presentation really informative.

    • @fuggetabodit
      @fuggetabodit 9 лет назад +1

      PIXYBASHER Informative? It;s a joke. Dull chain, bore cut on a tree that small, (he forgot to tell you about that chance of a root pull knocking your head off. Bore cuts can be useful in some situations, but not this one. And the tree didn't even go where he wanted it too.

    • @PIXYBASHER
      @PIXYBASHER 9 лет назад

      Told you I was a newby,infact its even worse than that. Ive sold it back to the ex mrs..lol No good to me anymore and certainly no good for her..at least I got the money back..:-)

    • @sweet65mustang
      @sweet65mustang 5 лет назад +1

      @@fuggetabodit which tree didn't go where he wanted? It looked like they all tipped right on the hinge to me.

    • @goodolboy5795
      @goodolboy5795 4 года назад

      Don't need a chain brake or a safety on a gun!

  • @ionimp11
    @ionimp11 5 лет назад +6

    Wow, a lot of detail, need to watch more than once as all this information is gold! Great video, very instructional and the level of detail in the explanations make it very accessible.

  • @davidhallett9460
    @davidhallett9460 2 года назад

    Solid A F - been working in forestry industry in Japan for about 5 yrs and this video just consolidated a lot I have seen. And, of course, mistakes I have made. I also have the benefit of working with a professional for the last couple of years that has dedicated his life to this art. So its a double hit. This is a keeper

  • @davidl.288
    @davidl.288 6 лет назад +1

    This is the best video I have seen as far as explaining the relative height of the back cut and compression and tension during limbing. If you do another one, please add to it: what to do when the tree sits on the hinge and you run out of wedges, and what to do if the tree hangs up on another tree.

  • @tomcox5063
    @tomcox5063 Год назад +4

    I’m truly impressed! This is a masterclass tutorial, I will watch many times. Thanks for keeping us safe out there.

  • @osmiumgus8025
    @osmiumgus8025 10 лет назад +21

    All you guys saying "get on with it" or "get a Stihl", if you think this video is painful you should watch the Stihl video. It will make you want to chuck your computer into the river. This is a methodical video for beginners, it is frustratingly slow for people with experience. That's what you should expect from a "how to" video for beginners.

    • @alan30189
      @alan30189 10 лет назад

      Noooo! Don't do it! Computers are expensive to replace! Very funny though. We have a bunch of comedians on this site. It's great! LMAO, again!

  • @lightspeedguru
    @lightspeedguru 5 лет назад

    I encourage anyone who uses a chainsaw to watch these videos uploaded by Husqvarna USA... I thought I knew how to handle a chainsaw and I'd taken down my fair share of trees... and then I watched these videos and I was humbled. This guy knows his stuff.

  • @barryjanis
    @barryjanis 4 года назад

    Wonderful video ! Safety First. This man knows his stuff. Most of us cut a few trees a year,
    so take your time and plan it out. 5 Minutes of plan & prep, then 2 minutes of cutting. Be Safe.

  • @chrisrobitaille6483
    @chrisrobitaille6483 4 года назад +3

    Outstanding video, I am a relative "newbie" to tree cutting, but depend on it to heat my house. I have had dozens of "why did that happen" moments in the last 5 years and this video has answered most and them and taught me things I didn't even know could be done. Kudos!

  • @Desertduleler_88
    @Desertduleler_88 9 лет назад +5

    Great video from a true professional, good insight on preparation and planning of tree cutting including safety precautions . I've learned a great deal from this video already.

  • @georgepappas8307
    @georgepappas8307 4 года назад

    This man is total professional, speaks articulately, and offers concise and direct information for good results, and reducing potential risk. Great video

  • @echologged4986
    @echologged4986 7 лет назад +1

    Fantastic instructional video! Thanks for sharing it! The dude really knows his stuff. You'd think from all the complaints that people were being forced to watch this video. And if you think he's talking too much, there's actually a way you can skip to the actual cutting portion of the video...

  • @mrdiyguy123
    @mrdiyguy123 7 лет назад +46

    This was a fantastic video. It is a very enjoyable experience to watch a professional who knows what they are doing. I am new to chainsaws and will definitely be safer and more accurate after investing time in watching this video.

  • @bigdh2os814
    @bigdh2os814 4 года назад +3

    Thank you for a very informational video and the procedures for safety when felling a tree. I know I learned a lot more than I thought I already knew! Great work and great teachings. Thank you.

  • @SilverWedge
    @SilverWedge 5 лет назад

    This is tree felling science! I watched this and the other Husqvarna training videos and dropped an old hackberry tree today. Followed all the steps and executed a near perfect drop. My hinge was a little too narrow. I connected with the instructor and how he delivered the information. This video has nearly 3M views for a reason. Great job!

  • @bradleygoode116
    @bradleygoode116 4 года назад

    you can tell this is just a side gig for this guy doing videos for husqavarna. he is a professtional. I learned a lot from this video.