Tiny DeWalt Chainsaw VS HUGE Log!

[@andrewepp6763]

Glad I’m not the only one who pushes my tools like a psychopath hahah.

[@RFTwo]

I really like my little DeWalt saw. The oil fill cap needs a good o-ring to alleviate the leakage. Their pole saw has been great too!

[@HandymanHertz]

Me too. Mine Leaked When I Got it, but before I got around to fixing it, it stopped leaking. If it leaks again, do you remember what o-ring you used? I've looked into their pole saw, glad to know its good.

[@sapelesteve]

Pretty amazing that you were able to cut through that log using a 12" chain saw! 👍👍

[@HandymanHertz]

Yeah, its a good little saw! not a professional grade, but perfect for Homeowners and the rest of us DIY'ers!

[@Double_Platinum_Dante]

Im happy to see. I'm not the only one who over fills these!

[@HandymanHertz]

Nope, definitely not the only one.

[@darkerbrother1]

Handyman Hertz I figured you would get a kick out of this. Last summer we had a wind storm and I lost 10 inch branches from my cherry apple tree. Fortunately the branches landed on my fence and didn’t damage my Nextdoor neighbors property. There gas chainsaw wouldn’t start . I live in the Heart of Black and Decker/ DEWALT country and nobody had any chainsaws except for the Harbor Freight unit. I pulled out my old trusted Black and Decker 18 volt Chainsaw. I ordered a Dewalt Battery adapter, a 14 inch Bar and a 14 inch Oregon Chain. Amazon delivered everything the following morning. I reassembled my Frankenstein Chainsaw and went to work. I have 3 5AH DEWALT batteries and made short work of the branches. I’m a retired so I have some time on my hands. My attitude was when I drain 2 batteries, it’s time to take a break. I still want a DEWALT 20V chainsaw . I just forgot to order one since my Frankenstein chainsaw is working so well 😅😅

[@HandymanHertz]

That is a really cool story, I like that! Thanks for sharing, I can just picture that setup. Speaking of gas chainsaws not starting, that's exactly why I like this. No more gas and carburetors to think about. 👍🏼

[@jeffhertz2690]

That little saw is amazing! I might have to invest in the 60 V if you ever get enough likes to try that one out. Great job both of you!

[@HandymanHertz]

thanks! yeah, its not for everyday use, but its lightweight an powerful enough for most people!

[@OpenCarryUSMC]

I’ve got this saw and carry it in my F350 utility bed when in RV trips and in my Jeep Wrangler when going into the woods. Tree across the road? Not for long.

[@HandymanHertz]

Haha not for long! Quiet...no gas...perfect for jeeping. 👍🏼

[@alitaghavitehrani427]

It did a pretty amazing job

[@HandymanHertz]

Yeah, I've been happy with it! 👍🏼

[@patrickcreath217]

I've got one of those. That was a tall order for it.😮

[@HandymanHertz]

Yeah! About 8-9 minutes of actual cutting. How have you liked yours?

[@patrickcreath217]

@HandymanHertz I like mine. I use it for a little construction around the house, but mostly keep it in the kubota sidekick to clear fallen trees on the trails. With that 5amp battery it last a long time.

[@HandymanHertz]

@patrickcreath217 I'm same as you, here and there. I love that I don't have to worry about gas and carburetor's and ethanol.

[@jacobgebman4666]

Hey man, just some advice when sharpening a chainsaw: those files are meant to go only in one direction, not to be pushed and pulled through the cutter. Doing that really harms the cutter and shortens the life of your file. You should only push the file through the cutting (forward) direction and not drag it back through. I do enjoy the nature of the video and it's a pretty fine showcase of the saw! If you did it just for the fun of it, then keep it up but I may also suggest getting a better (larger) tool for a job of that size too lol

[@Breeski1]

The way he filed the chain made my skin crawl

[@HandymanHertz]

Thanks

[@Rob.DB.]

Thats a cute saw. Gas saw much better tho. Do u have a gas saw? Maybe do a Video on that one & when to use proper tool for the job. Thx.

[@HandymanHertz]

Thanks for the idea. i do actually have a stihl 192 TC top handle 12 inch one. I've been thinking about comparing them Maybe cut 4x4's, various branch size, trees, etc. what else would you like to see?

[@nicholem4831]

@Rob.DB. Gee, it’s almost like you ENTIRELY missed both the point of the video AND the spirit of the video and others upcoming- which was to play around by cutting slabs off this big log by using unexpected types of saws. We all know what it looks like to take a full size gas chainsaw to a log like this. But many of us would like to know what one of these smaller battery powered chainsaws (or other saws) can accomplish when they’re presented with a challenge. Not everyone owns or needs to own a full size gas chainsaw. Some people do have one or two, but maybe it isn’t practical for them to keep a full size saw in their vehicle. However- a smaller something like this dewalt could be tucked away relatively easily. Lots of people live in places where trees come down and block roads, and having something small but reliable and powerful in their vehicle would give them peace of mind during stormy times of the year. Some people maybe only have one heavy duty chainsaw and can’t justify purchasing a second one just ro keep in their off-road vehicle or even just main vehicle. Nobody is going to buy the saw used in this video and use it as their ONLY chainsaw on big ass trees/logs for frequent use. But it’s nice to see it being pushed to do more than cut branches the size that a lopper could handle.

[@hiddengem3629]

Please dont use your chainsaw as a pry bar!!! Use your tools for what they are designed for...they will last longer!!!