I Dare You to Peel Logs Faster

[@wallacefrey6247]

I love the way that that not only debarks the logs,but allows you to shave down knots and shape the log as well.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Yeah one of the things I figured it’d struggle with is knots but seems like it doesn’t even notice

[@8Pointbuck]

I'll dare! Pealing logs by hand is best done in May through June after being cut down. I start at the bottom of the log with a draw knife making one long strip from one end to the other, then rotate log 180 and do the same on the other side. Now you have a place to start pealing with what I use is a bull nose trowel 7"x3 3/8". I start by prying the bark open then insert the other hand under the bark and keep prying until you have a nice size piece and repeat. Log is then natural looking with no gouging and smooth. People love to buy a log that looks like this with the branches cut flush. 8 inch log by 12 ft. takes about 10 to 15 minutes and no noise or chips all over. Easy clean up into wheel borrow and roll to burning pile. From Northern Cass county MN where red pines are just like yours.

[@sawingwithsandy]

I agree draw knives do make nice cuts. I'm just not able to do as many as I can with this thing

[@silverleapers]

I done 200+ logs (fir and spruce) that were cut during the winter and then peeled before the bark dried in the spring and summer. Comes off in full length sheet. Just as fast as that mechanical peeler and the screw driver I used weighs less and cost about $5. Nice to learn about the angle grinder peeling disc, but doubt I'd every buy one based on the videos. Just have to time the peeling effort and the bark almost falls off in nearly full length sheets.

[@TheBeardedCarpenter]

Howdy Sandy- glad you’re getting some use out of your peeling disc. When you’re using a peeling disc to make a hewn face you have to set the blades much lighter than you have them now. It would be a good idea to have a practice piece before you start on the finished piece. We’ve been using these for a couple years now and they have really paid off. Take care and God bless

[@sawingwithsandy]

I appreciate the advice and thanks for watching

[@bay9876]

The logs get a close shave. The debarker works wonders in a jiffy, creating lots of naked logs to build that project. Well done and thanks for taking us along.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Sure is quick! Thanks for watching

[@bobwollard9105]

Cleaning off a log and making bark mulch at the same time! Brilliant, Sandy. 😁

[@sawingwithsandy]

Sure does make the chips fly fast eh Bob

[@markholmes1346]

That disc looks like it works great! Never knew they made them. Thanks for sharing Sandy! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks for coming along Mark

[@SlickBubbles]

YOU DARED US! Well, there is a way! If you were to fell the trees around the first of June, depending on your location, you would find the bark could be quickly peeled off by hand. No, I'm not speaking from experience, but the knowledge I gained watching another channel, from another Canadian: "The Outsider." I enjoy watching your channel. Thanks for sharing a little of your life with us. When I was younger I often dreamed of doing things like you are. Instead I stayed in Ottawa as a heavy equipment operator.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Hey Grace! I agree, certain times of the year allows for easier debarking. For me the effort/time savings is what sold me. My body isn't as young as it used to be so I'm only good for a few logs at a time with the draw knife . Great to hear you're in the Ottawa Valley. Nice area that way

[@GPOutdoors]

That disc works great. Thanks for the demo Sandy!

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks! Sure is handy. I was skeptical at first but now I"m a believer. Sure does the trick

[@russellbelliveau1694]

That machine is a beast, those poles look really good, imagine the finish you could do on the inside or outside for that matter of a cottage or something. Nice work 👍

[@sawingwithsandy]

That’s giving me some good ideas Russell!

[@donaldhofman5257]

I was thinking that same thing!!

[@kenday7942]

I really enjoy your informative videos. You are easy to understand and obviously a very nice person. Educational yet relaxingly easy to watch.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks for that Ken! Great to have you along

[@gnp5278]

That peeling disc is amazing. I used to strip logs with only a draw knife and the hope I'd get good bark that would peel straight off in ten foot long strips in one pull!!

[@sawingwithsandy]

That sure would be nice to get the long strips I bet!

[@carlmclelland7624]

Your just having too much fun out there, Sandy. I'll send you our snow!! Take care..............

[@sawingwithsandy]

hey Carl! I've just about had it with snow so although I appreciate the offer, you can keep it! haha

[@scrhino40]

I like the disc. Amazing how it peels the bark off. Have a great day be safe

[@sawingwithsandy]

I'm still shocked how well it works and how long I went without knowing about it

[@scrhino40]

@@sawingwithsandy like to know where to buy 1. I'm in South Carolina

[@sawingwithsandy]

Hi Bucky, I’ve got the location I got mine from listed in the description of this video. Thanks again for watching

[@abefehr6155]

I'm honestly impressed Thanks for the link information I'm literally 10km from them on my way to pick up some discs Blew my brains out peeling logs last two days

[@sawingwithsandy]

Great to hear you're so close to them. Great folks there for sure

[@abefehr6155]

@@sawingwithsandy I use to live in onterrable moved because of the politics there

[@thelogfather5002]

That’s quite an efficient instrument! I can see one in my future for sure.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Sure makes life a lot easier for me

[@Andrew_From_NB]

Hey, good morning Sandy! Very nice job on getting the logs peeled! Really looking forward to the new project! I have a few ideas In mind what the logs could be lined up for 💯👍. That tool (log peeler) is a great investment in your tool fleet and does a really nice job for sure giving a great look with a lot less effort. Really enjoy your videos and channel and always look forward to Wednesdays and Saturdays dropping by! Thanks for having us out to the shopyard today! Take care! Andrew from NB :). PS - I was the first “like” this morning 😊

[@sawingwithsandy]

I appreciate the "like" Andrew! Glad you're liking the videos. Will be an awesome tool to have around for all the upcoming projects I"M thinking

[@deprived56501]

After the last showing of that tool, I checked it out price wise... I'll have to keep using a draw knife. Good vid. Thanks.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks for checking out the video Joe

[@SlickBubbles]

If you were to fell the trees around the first of June, depending on your location, you would find the bark could be quickly peeled off by hand fairly easily. See "The Outsider" channel.

[@jimbobf8017]

I've always used a roofing spade. I grind the teeth down smooth so it don't bite into the log. Looks like your debarker is working about the same speed as I can with a green log. If they've been sitting for spell they peel effortlessly.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Sounds like a great setup Jim

[@saintaugustine1715]

Sandy like I said before it all depend of the look you are looking for people are saying all kind of tool to do a task that is been done for many century this is how I peel my logs first got to be cut when the spring sap comes in make it easier two I take my 6 feet bar with a flat end on it do one scrape then for centuries they something like a big chisel with so ewhat of a curve to it and it is sold and made specially for debarking wood when I was a kid we the bark of popular like I mention before that give it the look of a tree that as been peeled some people prefer that look done in the right season it is quick to do a tree here in Florida that season is here already well great job for what you are doing looks like a log building is fixing to go up somewhere have a great day

[@sawingwithsandy]

The way you mention sounds like a good plan to me. Absolutely would do the trick and look great!

[@eveadams7785]

wow! that log peeler tool you have sure makes fast work of getting bark off. There is nothing better than a great mug of coffee; black, dark roast. Yum

[@sawingwithsandy]

Great to hear you're a dark roast drinker like myself. Sure is good stuff

[@piotrknapczyk103]

Super maszyna. Pięknie i wydajnie pracuje.

[@bigfmobear6789]

I am excited to see what your next project is!

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks! Hoping its a good one

[@curtissiwak5349]

Awesome video, I wasn't aware of that grinder disc. It really gives character to the appearance of the wood. Thanks for posting

[@sawingwithsandy]

Leaves a real nice finish for sure! Thanks Curtis

[@alithemagicbum]

Now... those are some good looking logs! I didn't even mind the chips in my face...😂 stay safe Sandy. Greetings from NE rural Ohio

[@sawingwithsandy]

Hahah I should’ve had a safety glasses needed disclaimer to watch the video

[@alithemagicbum]

@@sawingwithsandy hahaha!

[@marvindiamonjr.9631]

Handy little tool there! And I love the new trailer! You make it hard to keep playing "Keeping up with the Jones's." Just when I thought I had it all... 😉

[@sawingwithsandy]

hahaha thanks for watching Marvin

[@arkansasrob9745]

Love that trailer, and the log pillar,lots better then my draw knife

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks Rob! Great to have ya on the channel for this one

[@wallaceviviansadventures2095]

That's a awesome log peeler sure made short work with it. take care

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks again for all your support on the channel Wallace!

[@walterkucharski4790]

This method is very appealing!!

[@andrewscott2866]

I see what you did there🤟🤣

[@sawingwithsandy]

hahaha thanks Walter

[@jimputnam2044]

OUCH...I got too close to the screen and got hit in the eye with a piece of bark.. That thing is a beast. If you lowered the blades would it give a smooth finish?

[@sawingwithsandy]

hahaha . I'm not too sure Jim I"ll have to give it a try sometime though

[@ReconRokon]

Pretty slick little tool there. Have you ever tried it on large diameter (16" to 20") poplar logs? My land is covered with large poplar and I have a few ideas to use some of the poplar logs.

[@mikefromwv1010]

Missed the first video of the bark peeler, seems to work well. Thanks again for your videos

[@sawingwithsandy]

Hey Mike! Glad you came along for the video

[@mikefromwv1010]

I really try to catch them all, but every now and then I may miss one. I really enjoy your channel and would say you're in my top three favorite.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks for that Mike!

[@k.d.8924]

That's one to do it. A power washer with a rotary turbo nozzle is also quite effective.

[@thethree60five]

Grinder ASMR. I think you are onto something here. Slomo chips flying into the camera like in the video would make a a great intro. 4:09 I have a big 50' wind fell tree I am working on getting it out. I'm going to use this tip for sure. Nice. Heya from the deep in northern Alberta.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks for coming along for the video!

[@jimdandy9671]

Small scale logging must be very profitable judging from your equipment purchases.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks for watching Jim!

[@chetnash5991]

Now that’s REAL “man glitter”

[@sawingwithsandy]

Hahah sure covers everything

[@chetnash5991]

I’m glad it is easy sharpening. Better than a whole bandsaw blade

[@sawingwithsandy]

Yeah that certainly takes some time

[@Utubegofukurself]

I bet you and Sandy have fun with the "Man glitter"! Haha

[@karensprings4237]

But like the old Irish Spring commercial, "But I like it too!" Busy building a log shed and just finished peeling several logs with a draw knife. This is something I need! Lol Have a great day.

[@tjjewell4115]

Great Video Sandy...

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks TJ

[@todddowney45]

AWSOME 'I AM BUYINY ONE ASAP .LOVE IT 'JUST WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED .

[@sawingwithsandy]

Glad you liked the video Todd. Great tool I find for sure

[@brianwestveer9532]

Peeling logs and spreading woodchips at the same time. Time saver.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Sure gets things done quick eh Brian!

[@guylaroche6277]

I m curious where you got the disc. As I ve been looking for one . A bigger one

[@scotpettengill7801]

As always Sandy very impressive work. I love your log loader. I had made one on my trailer and ran the hydros off my ford truck PTO and it worked awesome.

[@sawingwithsandy]

That sounds like a great unit you built scot! Always like seeing those builds that others like yourself make

[@danerose575]

Nice! There is a similar peeler on Amazon I bought after watching this.

[@ishure8849]

G'day Sandy, That looks like a handy attachment for your logs, the bark on the trees where we are is generally between one and two inches thick and it's hard, you have to cut along the length with an axe and then bar it off or leave it for a year and will fall off I prefer that method 👍.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Sounds like a job well done to get that bark off by the sounds of it. Thanks for coming along to check out the new tool.

[@permaspin]

Have you ever tried it on Eastern White Cedar. It has a very stringy bark. I need to peel fence posts

[@sawingwithsandy]

I haven't tried any cedar but I do know the place I bought it mentions that it doesn't do well with red cedar due to the stringy nature of the bark

[@permaspin]

@Sawing with Sandy yeah I got in touch with the company. They said Cedar is a no-go. It will just clog constantly. Thanks

[@gac107]

Do you get a lot of usage between blade sharpenings? It's pricey and wondering if worth the cost vs. the angle grinder attachments that are a chain saw blade, that work well also and are able to be resharpened.

[@sawingwithsandy]

It's still going real well and haven't had to sharpen the blades yet. Seems to be good qualtiy steel in them

[@vogelj2009]

Very cool tool to process. Great video, well done.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks Jack!

[@local429brother]

Will this leave a good finish on dry dead standing logs ?

[@sawingwithsandy]

It does work good on dry and wet wood

[@johnaddis1022]

Like the coffe cup holder on your shirt! I need more coffee... Jla

[@sawingwithsandy]

Hahah I feel naked without front pickets for my sludge now

[@pgerry9400]

In the off season, Potato 🥔 Chips. Seriously a real time saver

[@sawingwithsandy]

hahah sure would get things done with the spuds

[@MacBailey]

I have several large dead oaks where the outside half inch is punky, but the rest of the center of the log is solid for firewood. This would knock the punky layer off even quicker than it was debarking since is it softer material. Could quickly save a lot of firewood. It is a bit pricey, but looks well made.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Yeah I'd imagine it would take care of that layer real quick!

[@jhn472]

Seriously? Just burn it the way it is. Never heard of anyone spending time cleaning up firewood. But if you really need to, I guess this would work.

[@MacBailey]

@@jhn472 I sell bagged firewood so I usually split off the punky outside for the customer firewood. I do burn it myself, but it does hold water if it gets wet.

[@okanagansawmill]

That made pretty quick work of those logs! nice job

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks! Sure was quick

[@miman-ck9jv]

How does it work on oak or any ruff bark trees?🤔

[@sawingwithsandy]

I haven't had a chance to try it on anything except the red pine

[@jamesdaves7680]

Love the loader trailer. What is the max diameter and weight log it will move?

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks James! Loader will lift a 800lb log and has a capacity of 5000lb on the trailer.

[@m9ovich785]

Thanks Sandy. The Critters there are gonna be Quite Thankful for the Bedding You've made for them. HAHAHAHAH. Mike M.

[@sawingwithsandy]

hahah sure is starting to pile up!

[@buddyreed2623]

Hi Sandy. The only thing I have seen faster is the tool they use at a commercial log processing plant. You are doing a good job of keeping the secret. Have good days!

[@sawingwithsandy]

I agree with ya there. Those things are amazing to watch work

[@jeffhuffman5433]

The log loader trailer is awesome and that log shaver is very fast and as I was watching you just had a idea. If you were to shave some logs while on the tarp to catch all the chips would make some very good bedding for animals. Great video Sandy

[@sawingwithsandy]

I like that idea there Jeff. I think you're right. Those chips would work perfect for that

[@abefehr6155]

If you have kids child labor to rake up the wood chips

[@mrwaterschoot5617]

cool stuff thanks for sharing.

[@aniakbnb4311]

I've looked everywhere for a large disk like that I can't find it anywhere. Where did you buy? What is the name of the disc and the company that makes it?

[@sawingwithsandy]

Alberta Forest and Garden is where I got this. A link and details are in the video description.

[@fpvforever1790]

BEST TOOL OF 2023...

[@sawingwithsandy]

Sure is one heck of a handy tool I'm finding

[@thetruckersmanifesto3873]

Man cabin life, ain't for the faint of heart.

[@TerryC69]

Hi Sandy! It might be that I don't know what I am talking about, (wouldn't be the first time LOL) but one would think taking bark when the wood is frozen has at least one big advantage, less gumming up of the blade from pitch. I wonder how the blade will perform in warmer weather? Will the flying chips scare off the bugs? That advantage would justify owning one! LOL

[@sawingwithsandy]

Hey Terry! I’ll be sure to give it a try as the seasons go by and change. The bugs may not like the wood chips but the squirrels sure will gaha

[@joshnanna7426]

Where did you get the disc?

[@robertd6925]

I dare you to get more than a handful of logs done before the blades are worn out. You can do the same thing with a concrete grinding wheel. And it will last forever.

[@sawingwithsandy]

I’ve found the blades to last quite a long time. In fact, I debarked all the logs for the log cabin I built near my log splitter and haven’t had to sharpen the blades yet and show no sign of ware

[@robertd6925]

​@@sawingwithsandy I find that extremely hard to believe. Either way paying $700 for this thing is insane.

[@tomt8320]

Hi Sandy. Nice tool! Let the chips fall where they may. 🤣

[@sawingwithsandy]

hahah I like that Tom

[@davebrassill9819]

how do you sharpen the blades and how long do they last

[@sawingwithsandy]

Hi Dave, I haven't had to sharpen the blades yet but they can be removed and sharpened on a bench grinder

[@davidduffy9806]

Where in Australia is there so much snow?

[@jamesdaves7680]

Where did you get the debarker/shaper?

[@sawingwithsandy]

Hey James, I got it from a store in Calgary AB, link down below in the video description.

[@TonyWoodward-p6i]

Where can you get it

[@contrafax]

I had been wondering if you could pick up two logs at a time. You skill level continues to increase well done.

[@sawingwithsandy]

I actually picked up 3 logs off camera without issue. Seems to handle them well

[@contrafax]

@@sawingwithsandy right on!

[@JusticeAlways]

Would it work on pine-tree logs? (From Georgia)

[@sawingwithsandy]

I’m typically using this on red pine which works real well

[@wetcoastnoel]

Wanted to buy this after 30 seconds of watching, So much faster than how I do it. but site says it gums up on red cedar and thats all we peel and shape. But Its a very impressive tool !

[@sawingwithsandy]

Ah that's too bad about the red cedar . Sure is a great tool to have around for me and the red pines. As you can tell the bark just flies off

[@dlfabrications]

Does this grinder disc work on both wet and dry bark?😁

[@sawingwithsandy]

I haven't tried it on dry bark but I do believe it would

[@carlfredb]

What are those black wingy things on your helmet?

[@sawingwithsandy]

Wings

[@mirceanouradachian9168]

👍👍👍💙💛❤Uimitor acest aparat de decojire a copacilor.ESTI UN SWAN JAMES MODERN.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍FELICITARI SANDY.💙💛❤ 🏁🏁🏁👍👍👍

[@sawingwithsandy]

Apreciez că vizionați și vă mulțumesc pentru sprijin!

[@gw877]

Do you think it wood work on the cordless grinder?41/2 inch. How rpm s is your grinder?

[@thistlebrookfamily3823]

I’m also curious about this…..

[@thetruckersmanifesto3873]

See how there's snow on the ground. My outhouse is a good way back from my house. Less then a quarter mile but when your 60, it might as well be 30 miles. From the time my brain registers I got to crap, It's like the applo space ship. There's a count down. 10 15 seconds tops.

[@Brokenbones2]

Nice Sandy, did I miss the price?

[@sawingwithsandy]

Hey Scott, thanks for watching. Details on the pricing is on the website in the description along with where I got it. Hope that helps

[@johnsdsl]

Website price is $626CDN or $459US.

[@Brokenbones2]

@@johnsdsl ouch! Thanks John

[@gentzrayamcclellan6401]

What is that loader!?

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks for watching. I"ve got a few videos of that on my channel. It's a Wallenstein LXT95

[@mgbill793]

(4) 7 1/4" saw blades on a surface grinder works also. Nice presentation.

[@sawingwithsandy]

I'll have to check those out, I haven't seen that before. Thanks for watching

[@meganfelt3666]

How do you order one of these? I am having trouble contacting the company!

[@sawingwithsandy]

The contact details should be in the description of this video Megan. Hope you were able to get in touch with them. Great folks

[@johnwoody4905]

good video and job that was fast. would have taken me all day with my over 100 year old draw knife .that's really nice tool not to have damage from knots. take care, be safe and well.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks for that John!

[@LogCabinHomestead]

I have a Log Wizard chain saw attachment that is probably about that fast. I enjoy your videos. ~Russ

[@sawingwithsandy]

I"ll have to try one one day Russ. Thanks for watching!

[@littlegriffoffgridalberta6837]

That is some awesome piece of equipment ! I have to get me one, so much easier than a hand peeler :)

[@sawingwithsandy]

It sure has changed the way I look at logs and debarking

[@terryeason4319]

A guy could take a short log and cut it flat on three edges and then use this bark cutter to cut the forth edge. You could make some real nice fireplace mantels like that.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Sure would work well for that one Terry

[@simplersearchproductions]

That's an awesome tool. Just keep loose clothing far away from it. Yes, I'm looking at you plaid jacket. 😆

[@sawingwithsandy]

Great safety point! I agree with ya there. Have to watch that old ratty coat of mine

[@ricklarade3593]

holy, she goes through that pretty good sandy!!

[@sawingwithsandy]

Sure gets the chips flying eh Rick!

[@09FLTRMM77]

MM77 Approved 👍🏻👍🏻

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks for that!

[@thetruckersmanifesto3873]

I keep a a t-shirt handy. Just getting my boots on can out me on the brink. If I'm sleeping, good luck. Ain't gonna happen.

[@kensmith4918]

nice tool

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks Ken!

[@artofogre3555]

Imagine how many potatoes you can deal with that. 😂

[@sawingwithsandy]

hahaha a lot

[@TheOldJarhead]

Hmmm.... you need to stop showing me these things I need ;) But then it is Christmas so.... 😁

[@sawingwithsandy]

hahah sorry about that one

[@jonheron2604]

Slick!

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks Jon!

[@stusok6981]

Could you try your peeler with some Cedar, Oak, Maple...just a little comparison between different species of trees. Like to get one! great videos!

[@sawingwithsandy]

I don't have any cedar but I could round up a piece of firewood at some point for the hardwood. Thanks for watching

[@johnaddis1022]

Cedar will jam it up its too stringy

[@critical-thought]

Let the chips fly! Fun times, for sure 😊

[@sawingwithsandy]

My log trailer was just covered afterwards

[@raimopuuvark]

Awesome👍🏻

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks Raimo!

[@BLAM777]

Like it and I could use it on our cabin build but convincing the wife that I need another tool for over $600 isn't easy lol.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Yeah would have to ask reallll nicely haha

[@benscoles5085]

Hello Sandy, no doubt that rascal can throw the bark on the ground, and up your nose, and down your pants, it is not a cheap tool in price or the quality work it performs, and best of all, it has nice accommodations for repair or replace of the blades,

[@sawingwithsandy]

Sure gets the dust everywhere hahah

[@HappyMemoriesFoto]

An angle grinder attachment worth as much as a used car. And I thought I’d seen everything.

[@sawingwithsandy]

Thanks for watching Nikolay.

[@andrewscott2866]

I'd like to live where you are!

[@eveadams7785]

okay this is silly but have to share... your video has a 3D effect today Sandy. Like those movies you need to wear special glasses to watch, only don't need them here with the wood chips flying up to and past camera gives same effect. COOL - see i told you this was silly.

[@sawingwithsandy]

hahahhaha

[@JPHER217]

I wonder comparing these to the log wizard

[@sawingwithsandy]

I've always wondered about that too as I"ve never used a log wizard

[@stigmartinrnning6751]

I wonder if the next project is a log cabin 🙂🙂

[@sawingwithsandy]

hahaha I'm not too subtle in this case