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- I always wear CSA Green Patch work boots when operating my chainsaw or any other heavy equipment around the property. But are safety boots adequate for operating my STIHL MS261 chainsaw? Many subscribers have urged me to get proper chainsaw boots. I think my work boots provide enough protection. Maybe I'm wrong. Let's find out.
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Time for every forestry boot company to link to that clip on their home page, wow
Safety gear is great for a backup, the key is to learn how to properly operate the saw. Keeping your feet away from where you cut, staying away from the bar if it were to swing back etc.
Neat to see the saw rip through the boots though!!
3:48 is the example of what leg you'll have after the chainsaw accident lol
Chainsaw boots are great and this demonstration is a eye opener for many I’m sure . In industry we constantly work too remove the risk or any chance of accident . At home I do the same now . Use a small saw with a 14”bar for delimbing or bucking branches . Sometimes even a Kombi unit with chainsaw head for this . The bigger saw with long bar for the log part only . Using a small saw or Kombi pole saw really reduces the chance of the bar anywhere’s near my feet . I find this much easier and safer now in tuff conditions .
I had no idea there was such a thing as chainsaw boots. Great information that might save someone’s foot someday!
Thanks for sharing this!!
Wow, I never knew there was such a thing as chainsaw boots. Thanks for another informative video! Cheers.
Dang GP That was a destructively interesting video. My foot hurt just watching. I don’t use a chainsaw much but something to think about when I do.
LOL. Keep safe good sir!
GP, gotta say, I didn't see that one coming. Had no idea there was such a beast as a chainsaw boot. I wear a size 15 boot, so I'm a bit scared of what the price will be. Thank you for this video. Now I too need to start my research. Being safety aware when operating power equipment is so important. Thanks for the vivid image I now have burned into my mind, it will serve me well whenever I pickup a chainsaw.
Me too, Paul. A bit of an eye opener. LOL. Sorry about the image.:)) All the best!
Glad you found the test sobering GP, cause it is. The amount of work you do on a regular basis with that chainsaw, DEMANDS that you wear the proper boots.
As your friend I’m asking you to please get some proper chainsaw boots. My Uncle had a saw accident many years ago where he lost two fingers on his left hand. Trust me when I say you don’t want your family living through that kind of event. Stay well.
Good morning Sonnic and thanks very much for sharing that story. I am looking - so much to learn about and go through but i am well on my way. Thanks again and all the best!
Nice safety video.
Wow! You have me thinking.
I put myself through college trimming trees. The only safety gear was goggles that fogged up. No chain brakes, no Kevlar, no anti kickback bars and chains. I had 2 close calls and heard stories from the older men.
On another channel, the host commented he was going to saw his way which didn’t include safety gear of any type.
I asked him if he would notify his family and dependents before he had an accident.
This might be your best video ever. Thank you.
Thanks very much David. Got me thinking too. Now I have to start looking a little harder. Cheers!
Nice review video. I wear the orange rubber chainsaw boots by Stihl/Viking and really like them. You can also wear them as regular work boots with your Carhartt pants over top. I do that too. I'd recommend you get a pair, they're not too expensive either.
I'm awaiting your "test" on a pair of "chainsaw boots", Gord.
LOL....ahhhh...not at that price.:))
I think we would need to contact” project farm” for this one😂😂😂
Do it. Do it. Someone send him an old pair. Maybe a manufacturer will send you a test pair if you reach out to them.
I had a trainer that cut 3 pairs of boots. Basic steel toe and two pairs of saw boots. From the viking style chain boots to the fancier ones and they both cut through no problems, Best thing is to add one of the metal caps that covers the laces from the toe to the tongue of the boots
Awesome. Never knew there was such an item. Thanks for sharing
Wow GP the saw pulled itself in. That’s scary stuff. Great information.
I had a close call a few weeks ago. I’m wearing a pr. Of thick insulated work boots I bought, costing me $250 about 5 years ago. Great as they keep my feet warm on cold days in the woods. Well there I am limbing up a spruce tree. Lots of limbs. Tired as I have been at it most of the day. And with my Husky 550XP just a singing I cleaned the lace out of my right boot and cut what I thought was a heavy thick leather. Well like you said “butter”. It was just a graze and didn’t get to the insulation or like your demonstration it could have hauled the chain in and things could have been very different. I have chainsaw rubber boots but the way my feet are they would be froze off me before I got to the wood.
Oh my!
Geez so happy to hear it was just the lace, Laurie. But thanks for sharing the experience - helpful for all of us to hear. Have a good safe week out there!
@@GPOutdoors it can happen to to any of us at anytime. I’ve been using a saw for cutting firewood for a good 40 years. It was a wake up for me.
Wow, thanks for the demo Gordon! I started using chaps several years ago and I think I will also consider more substantial boots now!
Are you sure such boot exist? If it does it has to be reinforced with metal probably, butchers use metal gloves like mid century armor, but it only protects from a knife
Really glad I stuck w/ the chaps, with the calf wrap and foot cover over those fancy chainsaw pants! great video GP.
That's a great point Mitch! My chaps have the wrap around protection but the pants don't - they only go 2" to the out-seam of the pant. Great point.:)) Thanks pal!
Wow. Quite an eye opener. Your comment about the saw digging in after contact is really compelling. Thanks for doing this, GP.
Good evening Larry! A bit of a shocker I have to admit - The 5 seconds I allowed the saw to sink in was not the surprise as I am pretty sure, generally, that any hit would be momentary, but the way it sucked itself into my boot is what got me. LOL. At least I know now. Hope you are doing great!
I’m an arborist and I spent the money on a good pair of saw protection arborist boots,they’re comfortable to wear all day while climbing. Hello from British Columbia
I guess I should stop running a chainsaw in my flip flops!
:)) Cheers Stephen!
Jesus man, you made my night lmao stop doing that
Wait a minute... people wear shoes and flip flops while cutting wood? And to think I have been doing this for years barefooted and in a thong🤣🤣🤣🤣NOT!
I have more self respect, dignity and pride thankfully!
LOL!
@@thesmallwoodlot433 As long as it is an proper OSHA approved thong carry on.
Excellent information and great way to present it.
Thanks so much Brad. Guess I need to buy myself an early birthday gift now..:)) Be well - have a great week!
Great information GP. Definitely looking into chainsaw boots!
The trick is to let off the trigger when it first touches the boot.
thanks so much GP i never thought about my boots . i well not run a saw without a pair of saw boots
Great information on a topic that I didn’t even know about. Thanks again, sir! -Brad
G P you are so right we all put cost on safety when I was working in fab and heavy equipment manufacturing the changed out boots to metatarsal type a pain to were never thought about what they protected now I know thanks
God Bless All
PaK
Thanks Peter!
Wow....yeah that was a bit of an eye opener. Looking forward to the chainsaw boot review. I'll be needing a new pair of boots here soon and have considered some chainsaw boots. I need to be able to actually try on in-store, never had luck ordering shoes/boots offline cuz they never seem to fit when I get them.
Me too Dan - trying to find a place that will let m in right now - most are still curb-side pickup or online only. Cheers!
I was wondering just today what you were going to show us next? Now we know. That was an eye opener! Thanks
sobering indeed GP. I'M glad you clarified how much pressure you exerted on the saw because it was not obvious in the video that the saw grabbed and pulled itself inward. another informative video. Have a great week cheers
Morning Roy. Yes I was a bit surprised how it grabbed and dug in on its own. Well, now we know. You too Roy - all the best!
You are right, I have always used running shoes, have all my toes so far. I know this is not the way to o it
Nice video GP! A real eye opener! We do a lot of logging in Louisiana and a lot of the guys make a steel plate that straps over the top of their boots as a guard. It's fairly thin and light, but will deflect the chain saw off of your foot fast. Have a good week! See ya!
Morning LA! That's a great idea - stay safe my friend!
Whew !! I knew they made ‘climbing’ boots but I never thought of a specific ‘chainsaw’ boot. Your demonstration was sobering for even the tee-totaler GP. Great job my friend !! Have a safe week way up there.
Good morning T. Me either - until the last year or so. Hope you are keeping well!
Great Test
I always liked Wolverine Work Boots/safety toe. I was cutting limbs off a felled tree onetime that was about 24"s off the ground and the piece I was cutting was 6" in diameter and I cut right into my steel toe. Its something you don't think about until it happens. I'm all for safety and can only suggest that you don't cut corners or the price of protecting yourself. Good video GP.
Good morning Dean. Thanks for sharing that - did the steel toe stop or keep the chain off your toes? I assume it did(?)
Sure did, ha the only thing that aggravated was I'd just purchased them the day before. Thank God for steel toe boots. Probably saved my foot, it was mostly on the side and cut into the steel and shoe sole. 👍
Good Evening GP 😉 Yes in deed, It is very good and very important Safety Aspect 👌🧐 GP Last Year, I had a near miss and I did strike my working boots and me too I'm a stubborn man, So I went to buy a good pair a chainsaw boots and I DO RECOMANDE TO BUY THEM 👌😉 I CAN MADE A VIDEO OF MY 1 CM LONG SCARE IF ANY ONE IS INTERSTED !!! 😮 I still has that working boot cut 3 inch long to show to people 😉👌 and I was not at full throttle at all,,,, 😮😉👌 GREAT VIDEO SAFETY TOPIC SIR 👌😉👍 I bought them to my Stihl Dealer 👌 and YOU TOO BE SAFE !!! CHeers !!!
Wow - Dave - I am happy you only got the scar. Thanks for telling us. This certainly changed my mind - I thought those work boots would do an adequate job - Not at all. Take care my friend!
When you were giving your foot a 2x4 and spruce legs all I could think of was the old movie. The Wicker Man.
How's she goin'? Safety equipment and PPE is well worth the money, but many of us don't have all the gear we should have!!! Great test and it sure makes the point about needing proper PPE!!! But it's some expensive!!! Thanks for posting and take care!!
Yup, wasn't expecting to spend the dough, but I'm in, Grampie. I was most surprised by the way the chain pulled into the boot - and so quickly! Always something new to learn my friend.:)
If we stop learning and paying attention then we are done... in more ways then one!
Good test, however I believe that if you are to hit your leg or foot in the event of an accident its usually in the case of a kick back or a slip off a log. In either case your hand comes off the trigger and the saw isn't under full power and would stop a lot faster minimizing the damage. Having said that no damage is good damage. The best safety equipment ever produced is still the mass between your ears.
Great point Lou. Thanks!
Get Bobby a pair as well; he runs a Husky chainsaw!!
LOL!
Eye opening video! Thanks for sharing this GP.
Cheers DD!
Another great video. Good job. Husqvarna Light 28 Boot made by Viking $139 Dick Plumber Marine. Pembroke, Ontario
Hey thanks so much Bob! I will include them in my search. Cheers!
My old man was cheap with everything except work boots. As for chainsaw boots, for those who can't afford or don't need a dedicated chainsaw boots, there are metarsol guards for around $100/US. I add those to my steel toes boots. In the end, you spend as much as you can afford to try to mitigate the damage just in case, but the best protection is using a chainsaw smartly and like my old man would say, keep your damn mind on your work.
Thanks Y! Some sage advice - and thanks for the info on the guards. I had not seen them. All the best!
GP great demo ! You always bring knowledge to your channel. Be safe
Thanks Gary! Happy I know now. Take care!
Hire somebody to do your forestry work and keep both legs and both feet... Good stuff thanks for posting
In the uk you can get Oregon chainsaw boots for $110 here that’s like £79.99
Very good explanation very educational
Thanks Mark!
Thank you for this video. I thought my CSA work boots would give some chain saw protection....obviously not! I'm convinced now. I will be shopping for boots with that little white square with a fir.
Good evening Roger. I found out that the little tree does not necessarily mean they have chainsaw protection included - they are arborist level certification. I have not fully confirmed it yet but it appears that it may not include chainsaw protection. So hard to tell as the standards are not readily available on the web. Stay tuned. Best to ask and confirm. All the best!
@@GPOutdoors Ok. good to know. I found this model on the web: Stihl STC Leather Chain Saw Boot. I going to my local Stihl dealer this week to find out more about this boot. I will also keep an eye on your site for updates.
I almost bought that one Roger. Reasonably priced. But it has a composite toe. If you search on RUclips you will find two videos where someone takes a chainsaw to a composite toe boot- it does not hold up well, in my opinion. So, I decided I would only buy something with a steel toe. ( there are also videos showing a saw up against a steel toe - all good). Just my thoughts personally - it does not mean it will not be a good fit for you and the amount of work you may do. Good luck!
@@GPOutdoors interesting....I will wait for your next video on the subject.
Dude- am I missing something? When did GP ditch the bibs? Lol
Tom, Gord is wearing his new chainsaw pants.
LOL! I knew someone would notice....Cheers Tom!
Must be the first sign of spring up his way! Lol
He haven’t found bibs that are rated for chainsaw safe yet! Oh the growing pains😂😂😂😂
Weekend warriors we are, love the sticker on the truck and everything we do for the sake of safety IS WORTH it, as you know. Thanks for the valuable video, and send me the left boot from the test! All kidding aside, thanks. Btw your chain guard is upside down.
LOL! Good morning John! I agree. I still need the left boot :)) If you are referring to the bar, it is supposed to be, I believe. I can't remember if it is in the manual or not, but I was taught that every so many sharpenings, you are supposed to flip the bar to help maintain even wear on it. Hope that helps. Have a great weekend!
Good morning Gord, definitely an eye opener. Thanks for sharing with us. I bought a pair of Wolverines Steel Toed boots and the over the arch steel guards. I feel a little better protected by the end of the day but nothing takes the place of safety and common sense and good working chainsaw brake. Thanks for sharing with us. Like the looks of those new chainsaw britches, have you regulated getting too warm in them yet? Take care, stay safe !! Fred.👍👍👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Hey good evening Fred. Great point and I agree wholeheartedly - I have decided to go on a chainsaw course offered by our Provincial Ministry here when they open up again ( post covid restrictions). I think it is important. I still have a lot to learn, I think Guy has taught me well over the years to hit that brake every time before I walk away and I am pretty consistent with it now. Hope all is back to normal for you down there now. I see the news about the new Bills being entered about managing price spikes and capacity reserve etc in your energy market there, so hope some good changes come to help protect you from the recent events ever happening again. Take good care!
Gord, thank you so much for this video. I remember on an older video you recommended wearing safety boots when operating the tractor. I immediately bought them. Now, I will be shopping for chainsaw boots. Let us know what you find. And again, many thanks.
You bet - thanks Robert!
Chainsaw boots are money well spent. You can’t grow new feet and as safe as you are slips and mishaps will happen. Great video GP. Consider adding a tourniquet to your first aid kit as well.
Cut the side of my foot around the arch. Thankfully it didn’t hit bone but it was still a nasty wound. I was wearing CAT steel toe boots and the saw cut right through them. Really wish I had these.
Very very interesting! Thanks a lot GP! Cheers
Hey great to hear from you Richard! Hope you are soon to get a chance to pull the L series out for some work on your property. Hope you and your wife are doing great!
@@GPOutdoors Hi GP, very nice from you to take time to inform. Spring time is coming soon and the L2501 will fire up for some long work. Also hope you, your wife are doing great!
Hi Gord! Wow, that demo makes you stop and think - about the value of your foot versus and investment in chainsaw boots. Great informational video! BTW, my condolences on the loss of your boot, but for a worthy cause! Thanks for sharing!
LOL! Thanks Martin. It was the old pair I replaced recently. :)) Glad I didn't throw it out yet. Have a great weekend out on your property!
Very informative video, thanks. 🪵👍👏
Cheers LTD!
Hi Gord - it's Big Rodders in Ireland. As I commented on your video No 401 I am amazed at the lack of use of chainsaw boots on the North American continent. Their necessity is one of the first points raised at a chainsaw tuition course. Nobody is suggesting that anybody will cut a foot off at full throttle. Just as with a saw kickback where the event happens before the brain computes, the chain would have penetrated an ordinary boot before the brain triggered the hand to release the throttle. Another big advantage of the chainsaw boot is that they give firmer support to the ankle that the average ordinary work boot, which is of particular advantage when working in the middle of a wood pile.
Morning Big Rodders! Thanks for the helpful info. Some great points there for folks to consider. Just picked mine up this past week. Have been wearing them around the house and outside to get used to them. I feel alot better now that I have them. Have a great weekend!
Gord...I thought I was into safety when working with power tools. You my friend, take safety to a whole new level. I found your last several videos about PPE very informative. Not sure why but I never knew there was that much to PPE. I guess I should have because I am well aware of the different specs of the tools and other products I buy so I should have known the same would apply to PPE as well. Just never really thought about it I guess. Thank you for informing me. Keep up the good work!
Thanks kindly EO. Me too - always something new to learn. Have a great week out there!
I've been wearing chainsaw boots since the early 80's. You don't need to pay big bucks for a pair of boots. I've worn rubber chainsaw boots from husqvarna, viking and helly hansen all those years and you can get a pair for $130-$150. Regardless of what you buy if it saves a foot it's money well spent. I try not to be preachy about this stuff but my career was in forestry and I've seen firsthand what a chainsaw can do to a body.
Good morning and thanks Mike. This is very helpful. I'll take a look at those - I appreciate the help - great to have options at more affordable prices to consider for me and for others. Have a great week!
@@GPOutdoors do they have them for kids as well? My boy gets into everything!
holi schitt! I didnt think workboots would stand up to the saw chain, but to know that the saw actually pulled itself in to the boot fabric....scary. Got me thinking to go get a pair of chainsaw boots...it will be well worth the money.
Morning Wayne. Me too. I knew it would go through for sure, but that sudden and immediate draw into the boot kind of threw me off. No time to recover or pull away before it's too late. Looks like I will have to open the wallet. Be well and stay safe!
Stihl has a decent selection. The lace up leather pair was $279 CDN on their site. I wear faller pants and a CSA boot. As for a test to compare. You should reach out to some companies and offer some testing. You got a great channel .Just found a rubber boat from Stihl as well , $167CDN. I might have to check them out . I will be needing some lighter boots . Spring is in the air.
Morning and thanks mike. That's a great idea - perhaps someone will be willing to let me try. It is for sure - a few more snowfalls and we'll be on our way to the rainy and muddy season!
@@GPOutdoors Hopefully we are done with snow. But one never knows in BC. Still freezing up solid at night here. -6C this morning. Back to the boot testing. Even some retired boots . Maybe one of your viewers have a dead pair they could donate. And good job in going to pants. I,m sure you will find them more comfortable . Best move I have done. Makes getting on and off the machine easier as well. I spend 10hrs and day in them at times.
Before you run out and spend $500+ for chainsaw boots you might want to consider protective boot "Spats". You could even make something to protect your foot and boots for a lot less than $500.
Greetings Gord, Lee here, an excellent presented video, very informative, and eye opening. My wood comes in 8 foot lengths, I made a set of forks for K with a third fork in the center to balance the wood as I cut it thereby I can mark the wood with the marker and cut it at waist height, great for the back and away from my feet. You and your family keep well, later
Morning Lee. That's great - it's nice to be able to cut up off the ground without bending too much. Sprig is coming!
thank you! I just deluded myself into believing I'd only need regular steel toed for light tree trimming....didn't want to spend the extra money. well, I suppose the extra money is most definitely cheaper than a prosthetic foot. Thank you for waking me from my delusions lol...
See GP, I knew you were going to cut up some of your clothes at some point as a demonstration. haha. Great Show Gord. Have a great week, Jason
LOL! Have a good one Jason!
I never thought of forestry boots till now. I was always told that all you need are steel toe boots. boy have I been lucky
You and I both Doug. I honestly had no idea. But glad I do now. Be well and all the best!
Good video GP, I didn't realize that a chainsaw would actually be drawn into the boot. I cleared/trimmed my 5.5 acres full of Juniper trees with my chainsaw here in central Oregon and never gave it a second thought. I definitely will in the future. On a lighter note, you should get the working boots you just chainsawed and make a video showing how a simple roll of duct tape can quickly repair the boots back to "almost as good as new." :-). Keep up the good work my friend!
LOL! Now THAT would be a good video. :)) Cheers Cliff!
no idea there was a chainsaw boot....now i gotta spend more cash....thx Gord :)
Me too. But I am pretty sure my wifey won't mind this expense.:))...maybe I can sneak in another saw while I am at it...:))
Dear GP
Thank you so much for the Demo
It is a very scary thought to hit your foot
Going to do research as well
Thank you so much
Godspeed my friend
EDWARD
You bet Edward! Good luck in the search!
Good morning Gord, I bought chainsaw boots last fall made by Viking they or their parent company make alot of the "name" brand boots but without the "brand" mark ups, I payed about $150.00 for mine, I bought them in Orillia, On.
Thanks Rick. I have looked at them - are you sure they have the Green Tree on them? or just the Green patch? I see they have several boots that look identical but the green tree models are about twice the price of the green patch (approx $150).
@@GPOutdoors Morning Gord, Yes they have the green tree on them
Hi GP. Quite frigthening isn’t it?
I took a weekend course to learn how to fell trees. I had the same belief as yours. I will act safely and cautiously with my working boots. My instructor told me that it’s as if this type of boot is just as good as wearing flipflop with a steel toe cap. As for the price, they are not all that expensive. You could get a pair of Royer for 500 dollars, but mine are bellow 200 $ and look like rubber boots and contain all the fabrics to protect me in case of misfortune. Good luck, be safe, ... and but yourself a pair of forestry boots.
Thanks Marc. I will for sure - just still lots to research but I m well on my way. Have a good week!
OUCH! Dang GP, I could almost feel that! Another great research project regarding safety equipment. I guess that thuinsulate would only be an absorbent for the horrific gash on a foot. This would have been a terrible catastrophe had something like this truly happened to a individual. You used the correct descriptive word. Sobering! Be safe, my friend. 👍🏽🙂
Yup, I was surprised Houndsman - I thought there would be a little resistance, at least. Hope you are keeping well good sir!
Hey Gord...can you please do a video about better things to do? I was watching this and the Mrs came in the room and asked me if I had better things to do. I didn't know what to say so I just looked around the room. She's at work now so I'll watch it again.
That's funny! I got "around-to-it" (coin shaped piece of wood that had "To-It" engraved on one side) back in high school. Now, like you, I should find better things to do... I'll keep my eyes open and let you know if I find a video on that!
Dom
Ok thanks but I'm good. Our bedroom needs painting and I should know that. Ha ha ha.
LOL! Good evening Dan. I have only been married 29 years but I have learned a few things - not an expert- but I do know that it is important to take note of things she says in passing and make sure that those projects are underway to balance your time watching me on RUclips! LOL! Cheers my friend!
@@GPOutdoors anyone k kw how to get paint out of carpet? Ha ha ha.
Kevlar leggings would do the same to protect your shins.
How much protection do chainsaw boots actually give
I did another video shortly after this one using a chainsaw boot. Big difference for sure. Cheers!
Hi Gord,
Your test went exactly as I thought it would! Leather is no match to a chainsaw! Based on the comments, it is apparent there was a false sense of security or safety when wearing "safety work boots" and I am happy that you have raised awareness!
There are, unquestionably benefits to the safety of the "rubber saw boots", however, my personal experience with them was not good. Here in the pacific NW United States (specifically Idaho panhandle), the terrain where I gather firewood is steep and more often than not, wet or snowy in the fall and the rubber boots I tried several years ago didn't provide the ankle support for steep ground or traction I needed. Therefore, I decided to stick with the White's Smokejumpers (which are very similar to their block heel logger w/o calks) that I've been wearing for 15+ years. I slipped/fell so often with the rubber boots (I didn't get the calked boots) I didn't always feel stable when sawing and I was afraid to carry my saw on my shoulder (slipping/falling with a sharp saw tooth next to your neck could be deadly!). My chaps hang pretty low over my ankle and I prefer good footing and good practice to keep me safe. If I am not able to cut a log safely, I move it or move on to another.
Again, this is my choice and I accept the tradeoffs. In my situation, my conditions, I feel safer wearing traditional "logging" boots over the cutting or sawing rubber boots others have mentioned. If there is a boots that offers cut protection as well as support and traction I'll definitely give them a shot so please keep us posted on your research and I look forward to seeing what you can find!
Dom
Good evening Dom and thanks very kindly for the sincere and thoughtful comment. Definitely hit home with me and I will try to make a rationale decision soon as I continue to explore the options. I need good traction and I need a reasonable level of protection. I spent a couple of hours this morning continuing to vet options and it is not an easy one- very few places locally and I am not a big fan of ordering something online of this $$$ without being able to vet them and try them on, at least. But I'll get it done for sure. Thanks again for your insightful comments. All the best!
Great video Gord that makes a guy think about just wearing work boots I have a pair of the power saw rubbers but i won't lie I wear boots more than the rubbers but I guess I should change that good advice buddy thanks take care hope that wasn't one of Guy's or Bobby's boots lol
LOL! Thanks Tom. It was my old pair I just replaced recently. Take good care!
Hello GP! Again, nice and interesting subject! I like to go through the comments and I was surprised they did not challenge you about the price. I've got my rubber safety CSA Huskvarna boot for 180$ at the local hardware store. Same price on Amazon. Similar price for a Stihl model. If you go to a leather model, that is rather a 280$ price tag. Not so bad, considering the average safety boot is 150$ anyways. Thanks!
Morning Joe. Yes I have been looking and I am not a big fan of loose fitting rubber boots so I think I am in for a good $500.00+. Stay tuned!
That block of wood looked like my foot. I have flat feet.
Thank you Gord ! I'll keep wearing my Stihl safety boots even though they are very slippery in the winter. I'll make sure to check for the white label.
Very useful video as I think the majority of the people just wear work boots, at best....
And thank you for sacrificing one of your work boots for us ! or was it a pair from Guy or Bob ;-)
Cheers
Phil
LOL. I never thought to sneak one out of Guy's workshop. :)) I'm glad I did it - I always figured the work boot would at least offer a little resistance. I am sure the toe does. All the best Phil!
You did your dam nest to avoid the steel toe in that first boot !!
I sure did Debbie! New chain on the saw. LOL. I decided to assume the toe would do its job properly...:)
Outch !!! I knew that working in the woods with my work boots wasn’t too safe regarding my chainsaw... now, I am convinced ! Will shop for a chainsaw protected pair of boots. It would be a great pleasure to receive your analysis on the matter, and any recommandations when you’ll make up a choice. Hey, why not sell chainsaw boots with your logo on them ? Lol... Cheers GP, And thanks again 👍
YVES, from Boisbriand, Quebec, CANADA
LOL! Thanks Yves. I will for sure. Have a great week!
WOW,,,,,,,,,eye opener 😜😜😜
I didn't even know this was a thing to be honest. huh, however, I do like my feet so yes i'm excited to see what you come up with.
You just can't argue safety Gord. Expensive yes, but like I said in another video, what's the cost of not having the right gear?
Great job again.
You called it, Dan. Yup, I like my feet...:)
this is only half a demo, we need to see if the chainsaw specific boot does better. I'm sceptical.
Good morning - great point - you will find another video on the channel released shortly after this one - I did the same tests on a brand new $500 HAIX chainsaw boot - hope that helps!
GP I have worked all my life in the woods logging and never bought a pair of work boots for more then 75.00 most of the time it is only 49.00 and get a long just fine
Thanks John. That's great. I think maybe as I get more experienced as the years go on, I will be better positioned to manage the potential risks but hey, I am still learning a lot and I think it best that I manage the risk differently for now. Thanks for your support and feedback as always good sir!
Maybe someone will develop a boot guard similar to hockey skate over the skate cover.
$500 to stop you from suffering a potentially fatal accident. Yeah, we won’t be taking any chances where regardless of whether you’re full time or part time weekend use only, the risks to life are exactly the same
Also worth noting, most chainsaw boots aren’t designed to provide protection against accidents involving chainsaws with chain speeds of 30 metres per second. I wish manufacturers would take a more responsible stance with their marketing of protective clothing where all too often you see people with chainsaws like the MSA300 being used by people dressed from head to toe in safety clothing which isn’t designed for high speed chainsaws! Maybe you could do a video to promote better awareness of Class 1 / 2 safety gear being unsuitable for class 3 equivalent chainsaws. I’ve now had to abandon my preferred choice of chainsaw and I’m having to do things in reverse by choosing a chainsaw which can be matched by safety clothing which offers a degree of protection rather than focusing on the chainsaw first and safety clothing afterwards
Most people stop cutting their foot off after the first cut.
I'm not against a good boot. But weight\strength\protection
imbleness, needs to be balanced.
I dont cut in rubber knee highs, if i dont have to. I also dont use the top of the bar, to cut near my foot.
I like good sets of danners for the most part, for what i do. I wouldnt.mind trying the western wildland fire boots. But deffinately no steel toe.
Thanks SS! If I may ask- why no still toe? I kind of thought that was the best protection?
@@GPOutdoors they dont fit me. My wife sells them. They bend funny and cut me. I do wear composite toes.
The main thing my wife see s everyday. Is guys needing a steel toe for work. Say a 13EE. They will get a 15EE. Just so the steel wont destroy their toes
Thanks a lot GP. Now I'm afraid to use my chain saw.
I am a little more hesitant too, until I get the new boots but just being extra careful Ian. Have a safe weekend!
I'd be curious how a chainsaw boot would compare. I've heard that they don't work as well as chaps since the kevlar strands are so much shorter that they don't jam up the saw as well. I'd have to imagine they'd still be better than a standard boot. Injuries to the left foot in between the steel toe and chaps are still the most frequent chainsaw injury.
Morning Zach! Ask and you shall receive. LOL. Watch video #417 - Chainsaw versus HAIX Boot. Cheers!
most boots do not come in a 16D so I can no tget any :( ty for the video its a need to know video
Hey those are neighbour Guy's boots!!
Dang Gord - now I’m really going to have to get you to go to bat with my “finance department!! First the chainsaw pants, and now boots too !
That said, I actually do have a pair of chainsaw boots, but they’re a rubber boot style. Although I’m a multiple Stihl saw owner, the boots are actually Husky branded. I bought them from the local Husky dealer many years ago when I was too poor to buy either a Husky or a Stihl saw. I was cutting with used Pioneer saws that I bought used and repaired. They had no chain brake, were ridiculously loud, and vibrated my hands till my fingers turned white and numb... but I cut a ton of wood with them. I”m not sure how I had the sense to buy chainsaw rated boots back then, but I think it was my late oldest brother’s influence (he was always wiser than me). I still wear them in the summer but since they’re not lined, I can’t use them in the cold weather when I now do most of my cutting. Which brings us back to you being in trouble with my finance department.... 😏
Thanks for the great video and all the best to you and family!
Good morning Dave! Thanks for the background and info. I am pretty sure this one won't be a problem for the CFO. :)) Thanks again - let's see what I can find!
Not gonna walk out of the woods with a foot cut that bad.
Check out sheppards on weirs side road.
Thanks CM . I contacted them - thanks for the email!
That’s scary!
In most cases you're not going to run a saw wide-open through your foot pretty sure once you hit skin you will let off the throttle... kickbacks have to be one of the worst scenarios with the chainsaw even though nowadays you have the anti kick tips on your bar.. and widow-makers are the most deadliest in the woods
I agree with you Benjy - the most likely scenario I think would be a temporary hit to the foot. The troubling part was that I knew the saw would go through for sure, what I didn't;t realize is that upon impact, the saw was drawn immediately into the boot - no time for recovery or to pull away. Thanks for your thoughts - be well!