Monster Tree Spits Back, That's It, I'm Done !

This tree has a beetle infestation , there is 3-4 dead tops in it which are all 50 foot from there old topping wound . shes on her way out , we just help her rest .

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

IN THE PAST 3 YEARS OUR GRAND FIR TREES ( BALSAM) , HAVE BEEN GETTIN' ATTACKED BY A BETTLE , YOU WILL NOTICE AT 18:00 MIN AND ON THAT IT WAS TOPPED MANY YEARS AGO AND HAS 4 DEAD TOPS IN IT WHICH ARE ALL 50 FOOT FROM THE OLD WOUND, ANOTHER VICTIM OF THE BALSAM BEETLE .

[@douglascampbell9809]

Reminds me of when the city I grew up in cut every single Elm tree down in the city in the 70's, Dutch Elm disease took hold and was moving through the city, Very sad. The city replaced the Elms but it took decades for streets to look like they did before they were forced to act.

[@DriveCarToBar]

out here in the western US, Mountain pine beetles are wreaking havoc on big swathes of trees. Southern Utah is covered with standing dead and deadfall, just waiting for fires to catch and cause all sorts of devastation. Even worse, they're starting to find them in Bristlecone pines which are some of the oldest trees in North America. They grow slow in the dry mountains and poor rocky soil where nothing else wants to grow. The bristlecones are pretty tough but the thought of losing trees that started life during the early years of the Roman Empire to bugs is no bueno.

[@stratcat3216]

Wow, what a cut! and with a gimp leg even! Kudos.

[@rogergiese1709]

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[@charlesboston1]

your balsam , is that similar to the alpine fir in the interior of bc. ?

[@tinkmarshino]

Sweet.. I am Oregonian born and bred.. the 1952 version and all of us boys worked in the lumber industry in the Start of our illustrious life.. my brother and I were choker setters.. I went on to be a carpenter and he to work for the phone company.. This is how I was taught to down a tree and still do.. or did. now a days my little saw and I cut trees that are no more than heavy brush.. But man what a great time I had watching this!!!! Brought back many great memories.. and you truly are a faller of quality and determination.. No matter what anyone else says.. I have worked and had more friends that were fallers then I care to remember.. You are right up there with some of the best.. thanks a lot brother for the share.. it was great..

[@timothysullivan4130]

I am a retired arborist myself, I enjoy watching great fellers.this gentleman knows his stuff!👏👏👍👍

[@ericstyer2890]

I love how this dude keeps a grateful attitude and calls out the saws he is using. What a champ.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

good ta see ya

[@bobbrooks266]

Thanks Rick and Ron for helping the big man out your help was invaluable. Another master class from Billy always a pleasure to sit and enjoy. Hope all the buckin army is well. Enjoy the rest of your week folks.Stay safe. Regards to you all from across the pond

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

bobby

[@NickySull]

@@BuckinBillyRaySmith even with a blown knee buckin still gets er done, good on ya

[@TIA-o4z]

My blood pressure just went way down and I completely relaxed watching this professional plying his craft.

[@akvincemartin]

Love the hinge wood party mix at the end!! That’s Canadian disco…

[@violet2048]

Back in 1959 my folks took us on vacation to Northern California, and one of our most memorable stops was a logging camp. Evidently, they got a lot of us tourists. They had a video of the guys working, and some of them used this method. It was so scarry to watch but, until I realized for my young self, they knew what they were doin'. It was exactly the way Mr. Smith did this tree. It was exciting to watch, Thank You.

[@MichiganHiker]

Love watching someone who knows what they are doing. I do not work as you do, the cutting I do is on my property in upper Michigan. Tall trees, not as large in diameter. Watching you check where it is going to drop as you cut, that is a lesson in itself. Thanks for the videos. Anyone who has used a saw knows just how skilled you are.

[@Benttimaki]

Eh der from da Big Bay Road.

[@weeardguy]

Someone without visual PPE is someone I don't consider to 'know what he is doing'. I just can see him squint as he is sawing. Please people. Your eyes can't be replaced. This comment comes from someone who has had surgery done to both eyes and would be blind without.

[@randystrand908]

"...knows how skilled you are." For sure!! I'm cutting and still learning... Love this channel.

[@anthonysaponaro6318]

I don't know , sometimes watching someone who don't have a clue what theyre doin is pretty fun too

[@louiseromero4577]

Tough old man good work billy

[@mashed-out]

I put the saw on my surround-sound and turn it all the way... people think I am logging in my front room, lol!

[@martinthorogood6223]

😂😂 you need help 😂😂

[@jirusjirus9322]

That is freaking hilarious 👍

[@johnezell9808]

That gives my man shack a whole new meaning of life. Where are my earplugs?

[@jesseblackburn8437]

I commend you friend for toughing it out and finishing the job, I've bern through it after 30 years of riding iron and felling myself, much respect and thanks for sharing!

[@raymondsmith2581]

Hey Ray. I've bucked a few trees in my time and my names Ray Smith too. I've always been a big fan since I've known about you. I'm crippled up and just a few weeks post heart attack and a quadruple bypass. I watch everything you post and have seen you're a genuinely generous person. I say that because of the axes you've given your fans. I'd love to have one of your axes. Maybe burn your sign on the handle. I would cherish it for the rest of my lifetime. Sorry about your knee Bro. I'm gonna pray for quick recovery. It works. Thanks my friend.

[@dangrimes5078]

He'll get you one brother. It just takes a while because he's so busy.

[@jimmycricket5366]

Amen!

[@jhvorlicky]

"Do good things and justify to no-one." I like that. Thanks!

[@thefjirnyjourney8756]

I think it’s the first time I have seen you struggling physically, Buckin’. Keep up the great work.

[@williammorris7895]

That's what experience looks like 💪 Note how well the saws cut and run too, this is a skilled cutter. 😎

[@bobbolieu9013]

It is a huge pleasure to watch a person working their craft and doing it well. I am especially fond of watching people who do more with a tool than most would ever consider, and making it all look seamless. For me it shows their experience and attention to the small things. Your spatial awareness is amazing and astounding to behold.

[@bsmith2120]

Pure enjoyment watching a master at work. Leaving a stump of a limb knowing, because of the hurt knee, you would need a hand hold, and burning the chain into the log for a climbing handhold! You rock- and Love DOES win! Amen. Fighting through pain to complete a job is commendable.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@charlesward8196]

End of the day, already done a full day’s work, minor injury adding to fatigue, BUT there is still ONE MORE THING TO DO, and the “warrior mentality” of “doing what it takes to get the job done” with skill, and deliberation, performs at the highest level of the art, with joy and humility. You are an inspiration!

[@brucebear1]

Yeah, I'm watching the undercut and thinking "that is so big and it's such a difficult angle - how is he ever going to get that cut to come out right", then he lines it up carefully and smoothly and works through it to a perfect cut. Just perfect, great skills and planning.

[@DH432hrtz]

I admit I have no idea what your talking about, but I've worked all over doing many different trades. I know this - you and your crew know what's up. Sorry about your knee... I worked with a crew 40 yrs ago now creating farm land 10 acars. Winter work to this day I've never done anything that made me feel that alive...... great to see pro's doing what they do...... May this find you well and safe 😎 Doug

[@leonschufletowski8874]

Good morning buckin and his army. What a tremendous job on that under cut. A learning experience as always. Rick and Ron did a fantastic job and thanks for helping the big guy out. Buckin I hope your knee heals fast. Love you buddy.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Mornin

[@stewartfenton7660]

Man I just don't know how you can do that cut and make it look so easy.

[@cleokey]

Sweet running saw in the hands of someone putting it to work. Enjoyed from so cal

[@KevinsDisobedience]

Buckin, that was the prettiest humbolt I’ve seen on a tree that size with an undersized bar. And you were hurt to boot. Well done, old chap. Well done!

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

glad you are with us kev ol' boy

[@Arfonfree]

I thought I knew how to cut trees. Every time I watch your videos I learn something new... or old. Take care.

[@afleetcommand]

Absolutely love this video. I have been running my tweaked 281 and another saw with a 28in B&C on a job , 3ft plus dia. dead ash tree's. I confess to using a different technique I've use for around 30 years on those, but it doesn't matter, I will give this one a try. If for no other reason than to see how the "geometry" of this works. Concern I have is the dead ash is rather unpredictable. So try not to "hang around" those trees. Hope your knee settles and doesn't stop u from doing what you love AND sharing :)

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

yer a good man Walt great ta see ya , wood like to come cut with ya one day

[@afleetcommand]

@@BuckinBillyRaySmith Always welcome :)

[@ddhildebrand]

These big ole dead ash scare me because they are so unpredictable! The hinge usually just snaps off even with a much larger than normal hinge. Be extra cautious with these! Billy, I was taught to try and use the undercut method when you can. put the "waste" on the stump instead of the log! Great job! I'm 66 years young and had my left knee done four years ago after suffering for 20+ years. I was in the woods in six weeks and walking like I was 20! But, no one can tell you when to have it done. You will know when YOU are ready!!

[@johnnyloveful3818]

Wowza Skookum performance master feller, playoff mentality play injured and take the cup to a parade, with the team not just the stars💪🏻🏆🇨🇦🥩🍻

[@MATT.MAN-PEACE-LOVE]

Welcome to the buckin army 🪖 Spread the love Increase the peace ✌️❤️🌲🪵🪓🐝

[@scottmarshall6766]

It's easy to twist wrong on the uneven ground around around those big trees. Hope you're on the mend. Nice notch work, I got the the lesson, Flipping the saw and the bore cut from the opposite side, it all seems obvious once it's shown to you. but I didn't understand how to get a good meet up at the end. I'll put that one in my box for the next big one. Thanks Buckin, hope you feel better!

[@jeff81008]

I was shown this cut by a old timer. It comes in handy and now I find it a better way to cut.

[@pilkpulk8284]

morning buckin! this is the moment where long experience and knowlege meet.... blindly undercut with too short bar on a big tree...well done bro! (it's easy for me to speak, I'm not a professional...hahaha) have a great day my friend, luvya!

[@scotty9462]

That's a man that loves what he does and knows he's good at it! I enjoyed watching it.

[@inactive67]

Chain saws scare the hell outta me. I can use one and I have taken down a couple of trees (30') but did not like it and I was second third and fourth guessing myself. You sir made that look easy, you knew what you wanted to do, calculated out what you wanted and did it like a professional. Which is exactly what I would pay someone for next time!

[@Jagg61]

I had to use that undercut on many huge A pines in Florida. Hard hard wood. Definitely a saw beatin tree. Have to give a shoutout to whoever cut that chain. The rakers did perfect.

[@terrypearson7430]

I have been working in the woods since 1950, starting with my dad with crosscut saw and felling axe, eventually graduating to chain saw. I've never seen a more skillful operator. As the Germans say, ausgezeichnet!!

[@Skashoon]

You have sure impressed me! A prayer for healing of your knee my friend.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

thank you

[@jaybarclay1656]

I can smell the two stroke and wood chip ThankYou !!

[@percywood7471]

Love this; never seen this kind of cut. He knows what he is doing!

[@AugustHunicke]

Hi Rick !!!

[@richardbadour1714]

As you are cutting it brought back so many memories I could smell the wood in my living room! I was twelve when I went to work full time in the woods in upper Michigan sixty-seven now and still cut! Wow nice shot enjoy your video thanks!

[@John-vf5rs]

It is a privilege to watch a master at his craft. Hope your leg heals quickly, best wishes and thanks for posting.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

THX FRIEND

[@geoffbotwright6808]

$3❤ and then 😮 😮 with my 😮 and then I’ll get back with you when we get back to 😂❤ I 😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅ëtttt😢 😂😂❤ and 😮😅😅 ❤ ❤ and

[@rogerknight2267]

I love this stuff. Ain’t it awesome how the first thing we do is check our stump after a fell? It’s like our report card on how well we did. Stay safe.

[@CliKnight]

First let me say, I am sorry about your knee Mate. Second WOW. I learned more watching this video then the hundreds I've watched on KZbin. Thank you. I am saving this one and going to keep watching it until I feel comfortable trying this skill out. Thank you for taking the time to share this old school school with us beebee's. Hope that knee heals up. Cheers Mate

[@burkepete110]

Nothing like watching someone with great skill solve a problem with humility instead of fanfare ... an increasingly uncommon thing.

[@brianfreland9065]

Oh, he'll show off a little too! Haha but you're right, he's definitely seems to be way more humble and informative rather than just egocentric and dangerous like a lot of the guys I've seen on here. Buckin' seems like a great guy to take advice and learn from

[@johntoes1260]

I’m from New York so

[@albertmccoy9639]

Nice job buckle sweet ford truck best luck with knee

[@jonbutcher9805]

Nothing wrong with fanfare when it's deserved. And Billy as he said " Nailed it." The only thing stopping him from doing a little jig was his bum leg. Ha Ha.

[@M-HK-]

And I thought I was the only "Limping Lumberjack." Very impressive skills my man!

[@dossamosas]

A long time ago and far away in Monterey, CA, my uncle allowed me to work with him in his tree service. They didn't need me, but they let me join the ground crew and learn, and I was and still am grateful. Day after day of good hard honest work, and the vigilance of safety. Watching your videos transports me back and I see the threads of my life running through that time and those guys and that work so essentially, so importantly carried in my core. Hats off to you, sir. Such good stuff you're putting out there. Very much appreciated. You've got me swinging an axe, splitting my own firewood this year. Feels good, man. Feels real good.

[@kennethcrowe300]

get er done aah

[@joegrady2975]

Dang!! That Poulan is cutting!! Never owned one, but, it looks good

[@motorsport32cw]

Huge respect for your amazing skill mate. That was brilliant to watch. My father use to work in the forestry and ive seen him and his mates cut down some big monsters. Very dangerous work indeed.

[@rickhayhoe]

Mighty impressive, Billy Ray. Hope your knee is coming along fine.

[@johnhampson7]

Marvellous. What a way to spend a day. Many thanks for letting us join you my friend.

[@toddavis8603]

You utilized the change in elevation to your advantage----great job felling. IF it is not buggy, or diseased, it should be a good lumber source!

[@peetyw8851]

Take care of that knee. Ask your doc about seeing a PT for strengthening the muscles in the areas of both knees. I’ve been able. to deal with related issues for 45 years through keeping up with these exercises. Great video, my friend.

[@jimjakosh2506]

Real accurate cut, Billy!!!!!!!!!..............Cheers, Jim

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

THX JIMMY

[@FrenchCheeto016]

Watching people that really know what they're doing with this is a treat.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

thx pal

[@xxthewolfxx]

Nice job, be safe, our body's aren't what they used to be. No safety, know pain. Know safety, no pain.

[@xxthewolfxx]

@@deekay6411 sounds like little man syndrome or small dick syndrome... When you realize your own inadequacies and have to put other people down....

[@viciousKev]

Makes my back hurt just watching

[@douglasborgaro6801]

You nailed it! I’m not surprised. You are the grandmaster!

[@user-pk2fg8im4u]

Extraordinary skill combined with genuine humility and kindness. What a rare and blessed combination nowadays, thank you Bill, God bless, stay save.

[@Mr.NiceGuy80]

Dude that green saw is CRACKING! It sounds so good. The chips it's throwing are phenomenal!

[@Mopar-Pioneer]

That Pioneer sounds so much better than anything else on this vid ! You need to get the Canadian saws out more often Billy !

[@pamherring3015]

Wow! That was a epic fall!! Nice job without wedges… Right on target too.!

[@danrobsonjr247]

I’m from a 4 generation logging family and I have seen this under cut manny times as well as water in trees especially the California white fir known for holding lots of water so much so it has a more colorful name by fallers like my father late grandfather and late great grandfather. The other tree goes by white oak or valley oak to loggers to flatlanders it’s called blue oak and it’s known to hold tons of water as well. It’s good to see the old ways are still around.

[@beaugalbraith3891]

Piss Fir? Lol

[@RH-cv1rg]

Billy shows what is good about old school workers. They play hurt, they don't complain, they just get the job done.

[@leonardvirtue5753]

Mate your camera is clear as on this video 😱🤩👌🤙🌲👀

[@matthewhanson9029]

The very end of the video is the best part! I mean that in a good way, when the hinge lets go, so satisfying, and the audio is great. Great production, beautiful cut.

[@spencermcginty9812]

This reminds me of the 10-10 buckin 4’ maple, besides the bum knee and wet pants. Hope the knee straightens out for you soon buddy, hobbling gets old even if it’s for a day. Love to you and the family❤️

[@hansnagel7439]

Billy Ray, been watching your videos for months . Could tell your just not the same after the knee injury. Looked like your knee was about to give out at one point. Don't like to tell anyone what to do but Please don't do any more cutting till your knee is better. Your body needs it while your healing, have a good day friend !

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Lol love ya Spencer

[@leroylancaster3145]

Getting the job done bum knee and all 🌲!! Your such a good man Buckin…. We need more people who are going the mile….. Take care of the injury…Keep looking up..👍

[@thomask4836]

Billy, Every time I watch you take down a tree like this, I am humbled eh! I hope your knee is doing a lot better! Best Wishes, Tom

[@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849]

An exceptional demonstration of work ethic! Any customer of BBR gets all of that man, all of the time, even when he's hurting! Great lesson for young folks starting out on their own business!💪💪💪 Love you all...❤️❤️❤️ Lieutenant Bradley

[@billhendrix1498]

This is awesome! I could tell by the sound of the saw when that wedge released. Big saw chips (sharp saw). And that extra wide notch you created by letting the bar guide right along the previous cut was perfect. I learned something today with you turning the saw over during the wedge cut. I could tell though that it must be getting toward the end of the day by the way you were trying to straighten up. Man... my lower back hurts just watching this! One last thing... people make fun of me when I wear my chaps, steel-toes, helmet, shield, and ear protection. I'm now on my second pair of chaps. My first pair is worn out and has three minor chain cuts in it. These were three trips I DIDN'T have to make to the ER. Thank you.

[@robertnorris1808]

Billy, I know just how much pain you can have with your knees. I m getting ready for knee replacement with the left one first then recovery and then the right. Hope yours gets better soon. Great video and wishing you and yours a wonderful 4th of July.

[@raulalfonsovidalhansen]

Dimetilsulfoxido DMSO.

[@sw227x6]

Had mine done (both) in 2017. NO ISSUES! Do the exercises, go to therapy. DO NOT CHEAT OR SKIMP. The second day after the operation is the worst day you will have. After that it gets progressively better and by month 2 you will wonder why you waited so long to have it done. I had both knees done 5 months and 20 days apart, and never looked back. Good luck and keep the faith, it will be worth it.

[@dirtcurt1]

@@sw227x6 I was pretty bad for 5 weeks. Then it started to get good and even better. December will be my 2nd year and now the swelling is finally starting to look normal. It feels so much better that my other knee is starting to be the sore one. Bucking depending on what is wrong don’t wait on the knee fix, get to the doctor ASAP. Try to find the college football or school doctor. Make sure you get a well known orthopedic doctor.

[@tomstickney5500]

my hat is off to you sir great job love them old fords to.

[@mp6756]

Absolutely nailed it! Watching your skills is impressive as hell and to a tradesmen its greatly appreciated. Watching you hobble around the tree it is obvious your not doing it for the money lol. When you looked back at the camera just before it fell the look on your face made it obvious why your still cutting. You absolutely love doing what you do. Pace yourself stretch only long enough so you don't end up on the bench. You don't seem to be the kinda person that will be happy stuck in an armchair watching the sun rise and set. Mad skills and respect

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

right on mike

[@mattz8775]

Insane. Serious work. Rest of us are calling ppl like you. Incredible.

[@mongomay1]

thanks rick and ron that is how my grandfather taught me how to cut down some oak and pine trees in Florida with a 16" electric craftsman chain saw when I was 12-13 years old to clear a lot for our mobile home back in 1975-76. I was a big soft city kid and had to learn some hard things and ways of doing stuff, did shed some tears on the way, when I thought I could not do any more...

[@shawnthefarmer9283]

im learning a lot watching your videos. bought a sawmill a year ago. i have some pine trees that are bigger than my biggest saw. thanks for sharing your knowlage and skill..

[@codypaul4181]

I’ve been watching you billy for about four or five years and you’ve taught me a lot of climbing and felling skills that no one I was around knew or even wanted to teach thank you for this and everything else you’ve told about trees and life

[@mackellyman5642]

The go-cart (Mc) used at the end was a real crowd pleaser...A beautiful display of total control.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

PIONEER

[@bobcougar77]

Great stuff as always. Be wary of cumulative failure! I find that whenever i'm working injured that favoring the compromised limb leads me to do things in ways I normally wouldn't, which can sometimes lead to mistakes!

[@drtimoshea4087]

100% correct. Especially with a live saw in your hands. This video was reckless in that regard.

[@palco22]

I can do just as good a job as this.............in my dreams ! I'm always amazed by people who know how it's done and how to do it. I can watch this all day.....if my wife let's me. Great video.

[@whereswadlow44]

Hey Buckin! Great content, you are a beast and you show piles of grit. I do have a question, and maybe you can do a video on it. How do you line up the undercut so easily. Starting on one side on a angle and having the saw cut right into the corner on the far side so easily. I cut a 20" pine down the other week and I went way deep on my far side. I had to make my 'humbolt' under cut way deeper to keep my direction, in doing so I used up alot of my good wood as the back was all rotten. I got very lucky. I undermined the center of gravity with the deep face cut and as soon as I snipped the back wood she went where I wanted it. I guess instead of trying to be fancy I could have lined up my bar better and I would have saved some of the good wood for my holding wood, used my wedges and had more control. This is probly falling 101 but it would be neat to hear you explain that process in more detail. I use a Oregon 72EXJ on a 28" bar Stihl 660 ported by Donny. I built it myself and put it on my channel. Thanks

[@beaugalbraith3891]

The truth about guys and ladies who make cuts line up every time is, they have developed the skill over time with lots of repetition. The problem you had sounds like you were low on your second cut? I'm guessing because you said you had to go farther to keep the original aim. That's called chasing your undercut. Next time put your top cut in aimed where you want it, then on the undercut come up short or higher. You will end up with a "Dutchman" that you must remove, but at least your original aim cut stays the same.

[@coachwilson5967]

Such skill. I'm not a tree feller in any way shape or form but this was very satisfying to watch. Thx👍👍👍

[@simono.1970]

I think I loved the ford more 🤦‍♂️👍🏻, great JOB!

[@winstondietz]

Great!! First time watching one of your videos. Never saw a tree man like you not wear glasses. Hope the knee heals up real fast, looking forward to future videos. Love the motivational comments, wish everyone would live by them.

[@J-Loe]

Buckin, You are such a Champion!

[@ronb1057]

Ray you are a maestro with those chainsaws and not only make it look easy but you make each and every step count - very methodical and very calculated. Your attention to detail as well as safety is admirable and thus a fabulous tool for the rest of us to stay safe and get better in the days ahead. Thank you for your fantastic videos and to the good folks that help you out as well.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Ron . nice words friend

[@mindfever6285]

but he doesnt wear eye protection! one should wear eye protection, or a face shield. And gloves? Anyway he know what he does.

[@ronaldtardio7634]

Attention to safety, yet he doesn't wear eye protection and he one hands a chainsaw.

[@BarryWinner2075]

@@mindfever6285 I do a lot of palm frond trimming and yucca tree removal with a little Echo chainsaw. The palm tree and yucca saw dust is irritating to the respiratory system not to mention the bar oil mixing with the saw dust so I always wear a good N-95 mask and safety glasses , ear plugs and real good husqvarna chain saw gloves, It works great.

[@applesbighatranch6906]

@@ronaldtardio7634 Perhaps it's because he's no ro0kie and knows precisely * when * one can safely one-hand the saw, like when it's deep and the dogs are bitin'.

[@Firekeeper61]

A pleasure to see good honest know how! ✌️"Firekeeper" old maintain man.

[@solomonbarnes4629]

That yellow and black saws was unbelievable sharp!

[@Boomer_in_the_Trees]

Hope the knee's ok. I'm still recovering from a fall off a fence over a month and a half go. Hurt both knees, still working with the swelling on the left one. Not sure what I did but I say what you say Billy, "I know when I'm hurt". Hope yours heals up fast.

[@matdowdall]

look up some videos on self diagnostics for torn knee . I did and have found it was super helpful as well as allowed me to start my own physio stuff to get back moving normally

[@curransKids]

Nice job. Get your knee fixed. I am on my second. I know what you feel. It is really worth it. I don't think about it any more. Thank you Dr. Passinese!

[@billparrish4385]

Hey Ray, hope your knee is doing better. I had an issue with mine wearing out, some torn cartilage, and thought I was headed for a replacement, until a phys. therapist taped it for me. Within a couple weeks, the pain was nearly gone! I bought a roll of the stuff, called 'kinesiology' tape, a stretchy sports tape, and had the guy teach me how to apply it. You want to get checked out first, since you don't want any blood clots (DVT) or infection in there, since the tape might increase blood flow to the point of breaking some of that free. There are several good YT videos on applying it: Basically, make a couple of parentheses of it on either side of the kneecap, overlapping at the top and bottom, and apply each piece starting at the top, seated with your leg straight out and the tape about half stretched, and begin sticking it on, working your way down as you slowly lower your leg. By the time you're sticking on the bottom of the piece of tape, your foot is on the floor. Then repeat for the other 'parenthesis'. Lasts about 4 days, you can shower with it, and its sports tape, so sweating's not a problem. It's the same principle as weight lifters taping their wrists to increase gripping and forearm strength hanging onto the barbells. It'll really strengthen the supporting tissues surrounding the knee joint, reducing swelling, inflammation and pain, and will help you stabilize very quickly, before you unconsciously develop some bad habits with compensating from the other leg. Get that balance off between them, and you could have hip problems, sciatica, and everything else. Anyway, good luck to you! Hope it heals up fully!

[@timmywade1313]

It's a pleasure to watch a man that knows what he is doing

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

welcome sir ,, thx

[@jimdavis2385]

Great work. Instructive and very helpful. So many of us who aren't in that line of work really appreciate watching a professional at his craft. Thanks!

[@dannyauger7223]

I've watched Bjarne butler's channel, and he dropped a lot of big old growth cedar with the same technique of face cuts. Good job hanging in there, buck'n. Have to get the job done

[@FerretL0ve]

You’re a good man, Rick! Thanks for your help!

[@3kingsadventures]

FIRST TIME VIEWER ! Wow. From the UK. Love the outdoors. That cut was unbelievable. Plus you hit your target stumb. I'm a subscriber and will hope to learn from your videos. True expert !

[@kd4dhk]

Its always fun to watch someone doing something with a high level of skill. Ive only cut down a handful of trees in my life but that was more than enough to know that its something thats hard to do well. Kudos!

[@johnyoung9672]

Kk×q

[@chrisgarcia5408]

Very few people has ever been able to hold a saw as tuned in and sharp.that is in Billy Rays hands. A freakin Beast!!!

[@vancochran7344]

You never disappoint Billy Ray!!! I have been watching you for years. I have learned a lot from watching you and enjoy cutting heating with wood. I will be 70 years old July the 5th, 2022. I have 23 saws so I always have one or two that will run. I have 2 old Pro Mac 610's a friend gave me. They do not run. Maybe this winter I will try and see what they need. My saws are mostly Stihls. I like an Old MS 250 the best. It's small and cuts well enough for me. I also have two Makita's. One is a 6400 with a 24-inch bar. Hope you are not hurt too bad!!! It is no fun to cut wood injured.

[@viperstrike3827]

I love my Stihl 025 that my Grandad lets me use. I keep it cleaned with compressed air and the chain very sharp! It is all the saw I could ever need for 16 inch .325.

[@sugarbushtreeservicezebina3495]

I have a few saws as well, but not 23...yet! I make my living with my saws. I have had some of the best and hope to again. But the 2 saws that I rely on everyday are my Sthil ms250 and my Dolmar(Makita)6400.

[@robvegart]

With that under cut you are essentially letting the bar establish the line. You are just keeping the good portion of the saw where cut has been established then slowly following through with the 'smile'. I will agree that part you were talking about where guys have a difference of opinion would be hair raising to me as well. It does take enormous skill to follow through though as you have shown. Kudos! I'm a wood carver but not of the chain saw kind. I do use a chainsaw and have cut trees down, but nothing bigger than 24". That what you do is an all different ball game. Man i would love to be with you guys on jobs to procure some of that wood. Some of the wood you have come across must be absolutely top quality. I have even procured from rotted pieces.

[@feliciascott6874]

Always a pleasure to watch a skilled and competent tree feller. Hope your leg is better soon.

[@Johnny53kgb-nsa]

That was cool watching a professional cut down that monster tree. You nailed it right where you said it would fall.

[@jamesmoore768]

Buckin I sure hope You heal up soon! God Bless You and the family! I say this with much respect for You Sir be careful the world is a better place because of You! We sure want you to hang around with us many more years! Much love to You Buckin!👍🙏❤️

[@LOLINC2010]

Sorry about your leg sir. Very good work you're doing there.

[@paulstaney325]

You sir are a master of your trade, always enjoy your content, hat's off to Rick and Ron too. Many of my friends have worked in the woods and have taught me a thing or two. Thank you for your videos and sharing knowledge with a positive attitude. All the best!

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

thx paul

[@robertpaulis439]

The undercut you made is very useful for keeping the tree from splitting on impact. The tree will slide off the stump allowing the whole tree to contact the ground flush which makes milling more profitable. In the States, it's called a Humbolt cut. Nice work, BBR.

[@beaugalbraith3891]

We call it a Humboldt too

[@travisdoe4663]

Did it get its name by being used to dump big redwoods in Humboldt County?

[@robertpaulis439]

@@travisdoe4663 I have no doubt that's where the moniker was derived.

[@travisdoe4663]

@@robertpaulis439 That's interesting, I was born and raised and still live in Humboldt County and cut many cords of firewood every year. Never heard it called The Humboldt cut but that's how I dumped just about every tree lol. Of course I guess if you live in Kentucky you don't call it Kentucky bourbon, it's just bourbon.

[@robertpaulis439]

@@travisdoe4663That's some beautiful country you are fortunate to dwell in. I reside in the PNW and we have some nice stumpage too. Notching" from the bottom up is more difficult than from the top down but the "fell" is much softer.