Making a saw buck and cutting firewood with hand tools

[@someguydino6770]

no mugging, no horrible ad libbing, no pretending to be an actor; THANK YOU SIR!

[@paulanderson1915]

Sir. your videos are crafted perfectly. I watch them over and over again, I find them inspirational to say nothing of entertaining. The absence of inane banter or heavy metal music is most appreciated. ( no better sound than wood being chewed up by an auger, carved, planed, or sawn). Thank you.

[@MrChickadee]

Wow, thank you!

[@Mojo_3.14]

I like to think of someone doing this same thing 100 years ago for the same reasons. Just carefully sharping his tools to make the work easier. Going out and collecting some firewood from his property to warm his family through the winter. Basic chores that have been the same for untold generations. It's like watching history and the present at once.

[@maxdecphoenix]

“Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” Abraham Lincoln Long before running for any political office, Lincoln worked in a lumber yard. He was supposedly quite skilled at splitting logs into rails for split-rail fencing.

[@lairdcummings9092]

Doesn't matter that I have no plans to build anything like what I see on this channel; Mr. Chickadee posts, I stop what I'm doing to watch. Skill and simplicity are *intensely* satisfying to watch.

[@terryteed1903]

Bautifully simple, but Simply Beautiful.

[@woodwood1]

You are always watching. I get a lot of inspiration from your videos.

[@MrChickadee]

I appreciate that!

[@srh1101]

Your videos are such a delight not just to watch but listen to. The sounds of the drill and saw were so soothing and relaxing. Thank you so much giving us a great video.

[@birch8005]

It is a marvelous timber frame firewood shed.

[@MrChickadee]

thank you

[@dalyjolly5891]

Ah, the rope is brilliant, and an intelligent commenter noted that it stabilizes the saw buck, too. Cool!

[@brunomckay1875]

Merry Christmas to you and Mrs Chickadee.

[@patricksullivan2816]

This is what true sustainability looks like. Taking old tools, giving them new life and putting them to work creating and building the world we find ourselves returning to when everything else has failed. This is simply amazing.

[@tunlandfarm9444]

“Chop your own firewood and it will warm you twice.” - Henry Ford

[@1striperon]

Thank you for demonstrating the craft.

[@4K68]

This is the best saw horse I've seen!! Freeing both hands for the saw, the easy design, and the work-holding solutions seems unbeatable. Very nice!!

[@kevinwilliams8662]

Wishing you and yours had a Merry Christmas. Thank you for your gift of these videos.

[@Rufio1975]

Damn Mr. Chicadee, I thought you were taking an extremely long break and then a video popped up. Hell yea. Missed the videos.

[@JohnWaclawski]

Thanks, Mr. Chickadee. Another 13 minutes of KZbin time well spent for me watching you do chores. No talking, no annoying background music just good, honest hard work. More videos need this kind of theme. Keep up the great work.

[@edibleacres]

Smallwood for the win. That is the future of heat to be sure. Rad to see this approach. Thank you. When can we collaborate somehow and make a video to connect our two audiences!

[@MrChickadee]

Thanks for the kind words and idea. We are pretty limited in our ability to collaborate due to the expected genre of video we produce. It would to tough to collaborate in silence don't you think?

[@jameszahler9575]

I'm connected :D

[@ZoltanTemesvari_temy]

Even the firewood shed is a work of art! Kudos!

[@Hermit_of_the_Holler]

If I learned nothing else, the foot strap to hold the wood being cut study is a fantastic idea.

[@barkebaat]

4:05 - that's the good sound of wood being cut by a keen edge :-)

[@Calligraphybooster]

🙂after hours of making firewood I sit down, have a beer, and watch someone taking a freshly sharpened saw and an auger to the woods to first make a zaagbok. (Whatever that is in English). The beers are good, and so is the vid. One request though: next time, can we have a plough horse in the background?

[@jeandupont9140]

Hello from France, Absolutely brilliant the idea of ​​the rope to stabilize the easel and hold the piece of wood, I take note to use it at home, happy Christmas and New Years

[@dznnf7]

If you put a small piece of wood in the loop as a "foot pedal" it goes even smoother.

[@jackwheatley8]

Yes great touch

[@tomcurran1538]

Oh no! I just saw that he has an ATV. He needs a mule instead, LOL. Great vid.

[@johncourtneidge]

Thank-you. Peace and blessings, all.

[@bobweiram6321]

This video explains why farmers have large families. That kind of work getters harder as time goes by.

[@rtoguidver3651]

What we view here as intriguing, 200 years ago it was necessity.

[@mdob5724]

You are a true craftsman, I like the rope trick on the saw horse. Semper Fi my friend.

[@gus473]

👍🏼 Yes, also my first time I to see the rope trick, and I am definitely going to take that up! 😎✌🏼

[@peternicholsonu6090]

I recall you once quoted Abe Lincoln “if given 8 hrs to chop down a tree I would spend 6 of them sharpening the axe”

[@Norwaywildlife]

Hey ! Very cool and clean stuff ! No oil or engine noise. You a clever man with good direction and style ! :-) Clever job on those japanees joints ! Enjoy the fruits. and thx for sharing ! :-)

[@bradhadden437]

Hey Josh, my dad also found it easier to cut small firewood and not split it. It was fun for me to see that you share his preference! Stay warm and have a great year!

[@MrChickadee]

Right on

[@amateurshooter6054]

Thank You Mr. Chickadee 73 AB7RR Bob God Bless America

[@0john1smith3]

A master is a master.

[@stephenburns3678]

Thank you.

[@yoman2854]

I like the string to hold the wood

[@1911wood]

I would like to see Mr Chickadee build a shop or a woodcraft version of a shaving bench for shaping wood with a draw knife.

[@offpherj7884]

That's what we call a weeks worth of firewood in Alaska....... lol Something very relaxing about hearing that chisle cutting away with every turn....

[@J.A.Smith2397]

Good to see ya

[@adamcfmacdonald]

Awesome to see the old barn or shed again. The brick heater in there was impressive. Thanks for the video and stay well.

[@veteranironoutdoors8320]

That foot strap is ingenious!

[@FrankLutz2]

Last year I switched from gas chain saw to battery chain saw. This year I’m switching from battery chain saw to felling axe. Next year I’m renting beavers. 😉. What is the size of your wood auger used on the saw buck? Year by year, bit by bit I’m slowly converting to hand tools. Loving the peace and natural pace of the work. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@xoxo2008oxox]

Don't do it! The beavers that is. I had a pair - they just don't listen, that fell a perfectly maturing black cherry. The "tanned" beavers now rest in a bin, in the closet. Stick with the axe as backup, to the battery chainsaw. I keep one, along with a gas-mix 24" bar "until" they come out with similar sized battery version.

[@MrChickadee]

A good sharp bucksaw is quite fast, and if you compare the weight, smell, noise and expense of a chainsaw, Id much rather the bucksaw if given the choice.

[@FrankLutz2]

@@MrChickadee Agree on the ‘calming’ benefits. I live on the edge of Amish country in SE Ohio, I’m always picking up tips and tricks from the fellows. They rarely cut a tree down for firewood. Unless it’s needed for structures they’ll always find standing dead or fallen trees and branches for firewood. And I do use a backsaw for smaller saplings and kindling sized branches. Thanks again for the exposure and information.

[@Scribe3168]

Last year I sold my gas and electric chainsaws and bought a one way ticket to Hawaii.

[@nwsawyer7711]

Felling axes are awesome for limbing and felling but definitely get a good handsaw to make all the cuts. So much more efficient and enjoyable when making that many cuts.

[@reaversix2798]

Rope idea, genius!

[@anonony9081]

The bite of that auger is so satisfying

[@roy3779]

So impressive! I really like all of your videos. There’s always something I never even thought of! Like that hold down using the loop on your foot! I always just held it with my hand! Thanks!!

[@skritkovetesari7362]

super video thanks

[@philosborn1840]

I like how you made the foot lock! 🇨🇦🇺🇸✝️

[@dawidiuszwspanialy]

I envy you very much, live Freedom Greetings from Poland :)

[@AlexMartin-dx4bp]

Love these videos, I didn't believe all the BS about ASMR with eating, tapping or whatever, it didn't work for me but these videos do 🤣

[@richardg.6534]

Dank Dir für die Einblicke in deine bodenständige Handwerkskunst und allerbeste Grüße aus Deutschland. Thank you for the insight into your down-to-earth craftsmanship and best regards from Germany.

[@bekanav]

My dad used to make firewood with a hand saw, a "poka". My part was to split them with an axe and I had often hard time to keep up with him. Sharp hand saw is not slow but it needs some skill and strength. If you don't push it straight it binds and cut may become skewed. Then you will get tired

[@earthsciteach]

You know what would really complete the aesthetic? A horse standing behind you instead of the Polaris. :-D Always good to see a video from you. Happy New Years!

[@MrChickadee]

Come on over and clear the forest, plant the grass, build the barn and fencing, and train the horse and Ill be sure to put it standing up behind me in the video....lol happy holidays Patrick!

[@earthsciteach]

@@MrChickadee Well, when you put it like that, it almost sounds difficult and unrealistic. 🤣😂🤣

[@w96725]

I enjoyed the video. Hand tools still do a great job as long as they are sharp like your tools.

[@mkcast54]

This whole channel is a diversion so that Chickadee can shave his arms without being scorned.

[@mariaabney3887]

You should make a sawhorse to hold timber when making your sawhorse

[@MrChickadee]

chicken or egg?

[@billiondollardan]

It feels like I'm in the shop with you watching you work on the saw. I mean I know that's the point of video, but with no music or extraneous fluf it gives me a nostalgic feeling of watching my grandpa work. Good times

[@J.A.Smith2397]

Nice sawbuck

[@ikust007]

The Great Mr. chickadee! May you be well in the next year , Sir.

[@hatedcritic8066]

The best gift to yourself...sharp tools. Happy new year.

[@mwhyte1979]

It's always a distinct pleasure when I see that you've released a new video. That the trick with the rope is such a simple idea but I've got to admit that it would have never crossed my mind. Can't wait till your next video.

[@57WillysCJ]

That is a proper saw for bucking wood.

[@MrChickadee]

indeed, a "bucksaw"

[@jasonhammond4640]

Dick Proenneke used a similar style saw buck. The book, "The Handcrafted Life of Dick Proenneke" by Monroe Robinson has a few pictures of it. Using a cord to clamp wood down is genius.👍👍

[@Grunt49]

That eye auger was a long one!Thank you for your posts.

[@MrChickadee]

Yes it was!

[@thisolesignguy2733]

Ahhh I'm healed. We got a new Mr. Chickadee video! What a great christmas this year

[@billbucktube]

Three point of contact simplicity. I like it.

[@maralogio]

¡Por fin veo a un youtuber cortar un árbol como lo hacía mi padre, a ras de suelo y no a la altura de la cintura como suelen hacer la mayoría!

[@tomcurran1538]

I have two of those bow saws from Dion's barn emporium in Irasburg, Vermont years ago. They cut like a chainsaw.

[@beckyjohnson3153]

Always a pleasure.

[@hansjoinery]

This is real hand tools master. Love it!

[@ВадимШешенёв]

Это можно смотреть как лекарство. Спасибо из Санкт-Петербурга!

[@JohnnyBravo1977]

I have been watching your channel for quite a few years now, but this is like scratching yoir left ear with your right hand

[@MrChickadee]

I don't understand?

[@ianboydstun6453]

Now that is what you call a firewood pile

[@darrensmall4313]

Thanks for the video and your time

[@markcummings6856]

Beautiful work, beautiful video. Thanks for sharing. Definitely subscribed.

[@stanleyj.mitchell4851]

Best saw in the world and the easiest to use.

[@michenji]

Noooo don't you have a coach with two horses? An engine car?? XD Beautiful job as always!!

[@pmcquay1]

Serenity is a sharp tool and a craftsperson who knows what to do with it.

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

👍👌👏 Again and as always. Best regards, luck, and health.

[@weekendstuff]

Nice video. Very relaxing and educational. Thank you for sharing.

[@edwinstevenwilder]

Happy new year😊👌

[@nobuckle40]

You make the work of yesteryear look so easy. Seems to me that the work may have been simple, but it wasn't always easy. All that I have watched you do has been a lot of hard, honest work. 👍

[@gertmana1789]

You just gotta take your time man.

[@DH-ry2ho]

Simple and effective. Thanks for sharing!

[@beantown_billy2405]

Nice, gonna make one of these tomorrow. Maybe put a short 2x4 through the rope loop and step on the stick?

[@MrChickadee]

sounds great

[@rickcrippen5180]

I’m in SoCal. Boy would I like some of that wood right outside the door.

[@purelife9000]

I learn something new every time. Semper Fi.

[@juwright1949]

Like the John Deer Gator @ 6:20 in the background. 😉

[@MrChickadee]

Kawasaki Mule, about as handy as a shell on a turtle!

[@tylerkrug7719]

I love all of your videos! Everything you do is done very well.

[@cameronboucher7805]

It was nice to see the wattle&daub building in the background. And I love the wood shed, although I must have missed the video of that build. 😎❤️👍

[@mikethompson6713]

Good time to get the firewood cut and stacked while the weather holds out ❤️

[@mikecurtis2585]

Great job. I like watching your videos. You always have very sharp tools. Thanks 😊 🙏

[@ste4bz]

Woodworking youtubers must have the smoothest hairfree arms around....

[@ahtersworkshop8911]

Alive best carpenter!

[@PeanutsDadForever]

I’m trying to work out why you haven’t hit 500K subscribers by now. Your videos are fantastic!🇦🇺👴🏻

[@jakecrouch3615]

I'd love to see you coppice/pollard some trees for firewood. I need plant a grove of firewood willows some time soon

[@MrChickadee]

More than half our property is regrown pasture, so looks like one huge coppice thicket haha, we could most likely just thin out the trees like in this video for the rest of our lives. I do have chestnut and black locust planted as coppice but for usable pole wood.

[@glennwilck5459]

What do you recommend for chestnut plantings..I've wanted to start some as well for coppicing. Where did you source yours?

[@jameskniskern2261]

What a beautifully crafted woodshed.

[@MrChickadee]

thanks, last class did a great job!

[@wolfsvein]

Mr chickadee if I remember correctly you built a Forge I would love to see you create some of your own hand tools like an ax or or files that be really neat.

[@tylerkrug7719]

Ya me too! Would love to see what he makes

[@paulmachak9853]

An expert job of filming and editing.

[@naturediary3373]

i love your videos. Greetings from Germany🌲🌳

[@scarface-39]

Nicely done!!!

[@ForemanMade]

Cutting firewood is one of my favorite things to do. Wonderful video!

[@tangle70]

Thanks for another great video.