With that Mingo Marker you are definitely a Master of the Woodyard!! 😀👍🍻
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
You have made me the Master Dan!
@KNLFirewood4 ай бұрын
Hi DW! Never used a mingo marker. I’d be likely to run out of paint and not have any extra on hand! But I do like them. Zip ties are a pretty fast option too.
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Hey Mike. The paint really in't an issue. I'm still on my first can and I have marked at least 10 cords. It still feels full!
@JoesFirewoodVideos4 ай бұрын
Hi Dick, I think they work great for “saw logs” but for tops of trees not so much, same as the Perfect Stick. Me personally I am pretty darn accurate when eyeballing 16”. Oh and last year I made a fb “Reels” video of my helper Zach using his Mingo Marker, well it blew up getting 1.7M views. The president (Brandon) of Mingo Market reached out to me to send me one to use in my videos but I turned it down because I can eyeball it, plus I cut more tops then saw logs.
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching Joe. If you can eyeball within 1" that is definitely the way to go!
@digger04294 ай бұрын
Zip ties on saw bar my favorite, each to their own, nice seeing you again so soon keep moving
@FirewoodInTheField4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comparison! I never would have guess the Mingo marker to be faster than the perfect stick!
@oldguyfirewood3 ай бұрын
The more I use the Mingo Marker the more I like it!
@billobermeyer6604 ай бұрын
Thanks for your dedication to producing great videos Dick just like this one. Your second concern was buying the paint for the Mingo Marker. Keep on moving!
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks Obie!
@Andrew_From_NB4 ай бұрын
Hey Dick! Great dropping by the channel to see what you’re up to today! That second concern was having to buy paint cans for it along with the paint dots on the log :). Great video and discussion! Enjoyed hearing the birds singing on the intro 🦜. Thanks for having us over! Take good care! 🔥💯👍 Andrew from NB :)
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks for stopping by Andrew. I always enjoy your comments.
@danshouseofsmokeandoutdoor71194 ай бұрын
I have one the perfect sticks broke disk off glue back on broke again. I am really ok with plus minus an inch. It is nice to have all the same. Having to buy the paint is definitely a down fall but should last very long time. Thanks for the video.
@WarrenHatley4 ай бұрын
Second concern I believe was, buying paint. Greetings from the southern piedmont area. Enjoy your videos, Keep moving!
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks Warren. Where are you located in the Piedmont?
@hardworkingmanoutdoors3 ай бұрын
I’ve never tried the Mingo marker, always seemed a little bulky, etc. to me but with no experience it’s just my thoughts. I know a lot of people use them. You did a nice job breaking it all down though.
@oldguyfirewood3 ай бұрын
I wasn’t a fan at first Heath, but I just didn’t give it a chance. I forced myself to use it and it’s become my favorite method now.
@outdoorsinthe6084 ай бұрын
Great comparison Dick! My favorite right now is the Perfect stick. The second concern was having to buy paint👍👍
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Hi Jeremiah. It took a while to get used to the Mingo Marker, but it has definitely become my favorite.
@seanpuffer84364 ай бұрын
I will say the Mingo marker has definitely been on my radar for measuring. I currently use a homemade perfect stick style device. I guess the one downside i see to it would be having to carry 2 items to measure the wood. The Mingo and the paint to go with it. Which is just another thing to possibly lose in the woods. Hopefully it stays secure in the can.
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Hi Sean. I leave the can of paint in the Mingo Marker. It is held securely in place.
@christianroux26074 ай бұрын
the 2nd concern was buying paint love the videos. thank you
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks Christian!
@JOANPENROD14 ай бұрын
Here in the U.P. of Michigan I heat all winter with wood at my house. So . The Mingo Marker intrigues me. Thanks for the advice. You second concern with replenishing or buying paint for the MM.
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching Joan. Try a Mingo Marker... I think you'll like it once you get the hang of it. The cost of paint is really a non issue.
@oldguyfirewood3 ай бұрын
Joanpenrod1 - you were drawn as the alternate winner of the Mingo Marker! See my video from May, 10 on how to claim your prize. - Dick
@JOANPENROD13 ай бұрын
@@oldguyfirewood Ok I will watch the video
@GPOutdoors2 ай бұрын
Hey good day - thanks for the demo and honest comparison. Cheers Dick!
@oldguyfirewood2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching Gord. The more I use it the more I like it!
@chrisfoltz68104 ай бұрын
Hi Dick great video keep up the hard work my friend ( Mingo Marker leaves paint mark on the end of the rounds).
@benscoles50854 ай бұрын
Hello OGF, speed and ease of operation are always a WIN for me, sure there are times the Mingo will not be the best, or worth the paint it takes to mark the sticks, but for wood you intend to sell, and accuracy is a major concern, it is hard to beat,
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Hello Ben. The cost of paint really isn't an issue. One study showed it would mark over 19,000 times from one can!
@wolcottfamilyworks4 ай бұрын
Hey Dick, hope all is well buddy! I see both cons for the mingo marker. Having to buy paint and the dots. I saw the video that Jake did about how long a single paint can lasts in the Mingo Marker. I've never used one but thinking if you have less than straight logs the curves would cause the measurements to be off a little as well. From a time perspective though when marking with Accu-Mark or perfect stick the saw is already running and you can transition quick to bucking the logs. I just slip the accumark in my pocket and cut away.
@TwinCityFirewood4 ай бұрын
Great info Mr. Dick!! I enjoyed the comparisons!!
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks you!
@KnotJustWood2704 ай бұрын
Hi Dick, Its nice to see someone that keeps moving!!! Mingo Marker- the second concern, was having to buy paint. Thanks for the great content.
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@outdoorswithlarryrobin4 ай бұрын
Hello Dick, never got notified of this video. We tried all the paint methods, the perfect stick is our favorite 🪵🇺🇸
@FireStartersPremiumFirewood4 ай бұрын
Nice hook to get folks to go back and watch an old video. 🤔 I watch the video previously but I have to admit I had to go back and watch again to see that your concern was having to buy paint. I also did some research and it looks like they suggest that one can of spray paint will last for 5 miles of logs. Assuming 16" cuts, that would be 19,800 marks from a single can of paint. Pretty hard to believe, and like the number of licks to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop, I don't think I'm ever going to know for sure. 🤓
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Ha ha! Good information. The cost of paint is really a non issue.
@johnpierce12514 ай бұрын
As always I enjoy all your videos stay safe my friend and Clifford to
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks John. I ALWAYS enjoy your comments!
@Growing-Our-Retirement4 ай бұрын
Always wondered if the Mingo Marker paint would dry and possibly clog if left sitting. I cut to 18” and have a line on each of my bars to eye ball measure my cuts. Works ok +-1 inch.
@CaycuseClyde4 ай бұрын
Hi Dick. Thanks for doing the video and giving us a chance to get one of these. I was concerned about paint running out too and having to keep on buying it. I don't think it would be difficult to throw an extra one in your bag in case.
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching Clyde. The cost of paint is really anon issue. Someone mentioned a study that said one can would make over 19,000 marks!
@EuroYardService4 ай бұрын
I switch between laser, mingo marker and accu-mark. Mingo marker is a bit fragile and finicky for my liking and the paint can be a bit messy to deal with. Accu-mark gives you the most precise and repeatable measurements.
@barryaustin60924 ай бұрын
Buying paint was the other concern. Great video's
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks Barry!
@FirewoodontheHill4 ай бұрын
Good video. I’ve never used the mingo marker myself but it looks fast!
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching Matt! I wasn’t a big fan for a while but watching Jake at Dude Ranch DIY, and Scheib I figured I’d give it a try again. Once I got the hang of it the Mingo Marker has become my “go to” method.
@inthebackyardwithdel4384 ай бұрын
Good video Mr Dick . Mingo marker , got to buy paint !!!
@billerwin37724 ай бұрын
Hello Dick I’m still using the Perfect Stick (so far) but the Mingo Marker might be a good alternative. Buying paint and the paint residue on the wood shouldn’t be too much of a deterrent for me. Thanks my friend.
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Hey Bill. I've found my two initial concers to be non issues. It took a little while to get the hang of the Mingo Marker but now it is my favorite.
@peteanderson17144 ай бұрын
Made a "perfect stick with a magnet, all thread, washer and a couple of nuts. cost maybe $2 bucks, no paint needed. and 15 seconds is not an issue to me. Oh and I sprayed it yellow to find it easily.
@lordrbf58934 ай бұрын
Great demo, and your second concen was having to buy paint.
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@MillersStumpsandFirewood7124 ай бұрын
Great review Dick..I think your looking for..You have to buy paint and leaving the paint mark..
@larrykluckoutdoors82274 ай бұрын
I like the mingo marker, I need to buy a new one, I use sidewalk chalk using that method. My Mingo needs some new parts. I been using it for over 6 years or more. My customer do not have any issues with the paint. I believe it about having to buy paint for it and it leave a paint mark
@jimbo50564 ай бұрын
Hello Dick. In a past video I believe you expressed concern about burning paint. The Mingo marker is a slick tool. I would hate to run outta paint when I need it though. Great share Dick. 👍🪵
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks Jimbo. Ive found that running out of pain is a non issue. It lasts forever!
@jameschandler27764 ай бұрын
It is good to see someone closer to my age still cutting. It is harder as we get older. I wish I could do what I could 20 years ago I;m 72 now and it get;s harder every day Mingo marker: you gotta buy paint for it.
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Hi James. Thanks for watching. It definitely gets harder as we get older… frustrating at times! The Eastonmade 22-28 splitter with the box wedge and conveyor make it possible for me to continue to be productive!
@adirondackwoodsman4 ай бұрын
Hi Dick, the other disadvantage to leaving a paint mark is that you have to buy paint for it. Have a great weekend
@rodneyroberts28884 ай бұрын
Great video .Second concern was having to buy paint
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks Rodney. Cost of paint really isn't a concern. A can goes a LONG way!
@bobblenuts4 ай бұрын
Buying paint and the ugly paint spot were of concern. I never used a Mingo. but what about plugged spray nozzle, is that ever a problem? I draw a line on my bar at 18" for my personal firewood. Hold saw sideways along log then eye the 18" spot. Usually good for 1" or less error but that's for my stove and firepit. Good video...👍
@lyleharkness-rv5vf4 ай бұрын
Good video and demonstration of different measuring tools👍 I alway find it funny when when someone says they can "eyeball" it and be accurate. If it is for personal use, go ahead and do your thing, but if you have paying customers you have to be accurate.
@donaldslate41954 ай бұрын
Buy the paint, paint residue on the wood show up after splitting. Not a concern.
@LeBlancfirewood4 ай бұрын
Might have to try my Mingo marker
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
I have to be honest, I wasn't a great fan at first but after watching other channels using it I gave it another try. Now it's my favorite!
@jbking63764 ай бұрын
Like your content Dick! You had stated that buying paint for the mingo marker was an additional cost and you’re not crazy about paint marks on your firewood sticks
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Hey JB. Ive found both of those concerns to be non issues.
@NeighborlyHomestead4 ай бұрын
I've always wanted to try a Mingo marker. Having to buy paint is the other concern.
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
If you don't win this one definitely buy one and try it out!
@mikesherman26124 ай бұрын
Good job Dick, I have a few concerns but hey don’t we all. One is like your other one…having to buy paint and having it get weird in the winter. My biggest concern is in reality how big of a paint dot does it put down ? Plastic always makes me wonder in cold weather conditions. But after seeing all of you guys using them you might persuade me to try one…keep it up my friend 🔥🪵👍
@OpenAirAdventure4 ай бұрын
Great intro Dick. Buying paint is a minor concern 😊
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Hi Kenny. I've found that the paint lasts forever.. not a concern as far as cost.
@kenskuts4 ай бұрын
Mingo marker 2nd concern: was about buying paint!
@hayesrutherford94154 ай бұрын
You have to buy paint for it. I suppose a can will go a long way though.
@johnpierce12514 ай бұрын
The perfect stick in old video wasn’t as nice as the one in this video stay safe my friend and hello Clifford
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Hey John. The original video fractured an accu mark. I ran over it with my tractor and then got the perfect stick. They are very similar.
@alexdaymude87144 ай бұрын
The other disadvantage is that you have to buy paint for the mingo marker! Nice video
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Hi Alex. Thank you! The cost of paint is really a non issue.
@Werob-sv7nj4 ай бұрын
Need to buy paint along with it makes paint mark on the wood
@farmermark72854 ай бұрын
Disadvantage is you have to buy paint and also leaves a paint dot on the firewood.
@davidedwards37344 ай бұрын
Mingo Marker, the disadvantage was buying the paint!! Stay Hydrated and Have a Safe Day
@smorefirewood4 ай бұрын
I had a Mingo for a while. We didn’t hit it off very well.
@LeBlancfirewood4 ай бұрын
I like my perfect stick
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
That was my favorite until I decided the give the Mingo Marker another try. After using it for a while it has become my favorite.
@jrumbo783 ай бұрын
Thanks for the vids. I’m currently debating the mingo at the moment. My biggest concern would be the wheel itself. Jumping, slipping, sliding, making inaccurate marks overall, especially when in a hurry. Have you had issues with that?
@oldguyfirewood3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! I’ve had no issues like that. One of my subscribers said he had a problem with wet backless logs, but it hasn’t been a problem for me.
@jeffwhite21074 ай бұрын
Mingo marker second disadvantage was having to buy the paint for it
@steveh24874 ай бұрын
Buying paint.
@rogerbelanger2954 ай бұрын
I tried them all…I’m back to chalk and tape measure.
@leonardryan87234 ай бұрын
Dick just program the processor 12” 14” 16” long at pc of timber 8’x6” or 36’ or long. Hard to keep up with a 575 Cummins turbo. 😊
@clintnelson87854 ай бұрын
mingo mark
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching Clint!
@firewoodathome4 ай бұрын
👍👍
@tb44824 ай бұрын
Mingo Marker, you said other disadvantage was additional cost of buying paint.
@iraminters75964 ай бұрын
You have to buy paint for the Mingo Marker.
@dizneeboy4 ай бұрын
Buying paint
@ronheiden27504 ай бұрын
Leaves paint on the bark, BUT the answer you're looking for is, "You have to buy the paint"
@oldguyfirewood4 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching. The cost of paint really isn't an issue. A can will last for ever.
@ralphritenour69634 ай бұрын
Mingo marker The other disadvantage is running out of paint/ having to buy paint
@gravelr5124 ай бұрын
Mingo marker: concern was Having to buy paint.
@bobkuhfuss77924 ай бұрын
Mingo marker, the 2nd thing you didn't like was you had to buy a can of paint.
@kevinbeall24064 ай бұрын
Hello Dick, you have to buy paint!
@john-gilbert4 ай бұрын
Mingo Marker: Drawback - you've got to buy paint
@johnpierce12514 ай бұрын
Minho marker was not a choice for you due to buying paint and leaving paint on the wood
@johnpierce12514 ай бұрын
If by chance my name is drawn I want you to keep it I’d settle for a t shirt or a hat and a sticker