Trimming my Tree with Milwaukee M18 Telescoping Pole Saw

First Cuts.
First thoughts.

[@runninonempty820]

I told my wife, Hey! I gotta get me one of these! Then she said you can't, cause she is planning to buy me one for Christmas. So she says thanks for spoiling THAT surprise August!

[@AugustHunicke]

Hahaha

[@jahdawg321zieman4]

Need now, not Christmas

[@Don.Challenger]

Never forget, like some trees, women can always surprise you. Seems that now you are free to buy that spoilt surprise for yourself immediately, just leave strategic hints for some other 'surprises' here and there between now and Christmas time.

[@jimmyf1312]

Does she know it’s 700 dollars tool only

[@runninonempty820]

peanuts@@jimmyf1312

[@ddalton692]

Cool pole saw and enjoyed your out take on it 🌲 Made me smile hearing you pruned the tree with a shotgun 🤠 I can see it. Watched someone shoot a dead top out of a fir using a riffle. Thanks August Always enjoy your videos 👍

[@opendstudio7141]

Pole pruners are a very handy and capable tool. Just have avoid the impulse to go power crazy and remind yourself to keep the escape path clear. 😀

[@Don.Challenger]

Yes, on occasion the freed cut end of the branch may be resentful enough to spear you on its way downwards.

[@lorriedmussett4692]

I know ppl are different whether at work. School or home....also on YT channels.....but August i believe your truly as genuine and real as s man can be in your videos. Whether you have something to say or show it's always must see!! You just have a way with words and explaining ehst you want to share!

[@bradywatcherson498]

Hope you're feeling okay my KZbin friend, because you just made a pruning video! 😆 Legit looking pole saw, makes me want one.

[@dustinvancleve3401]

I love ur vids. Everything is genuine and u make it so the viewers can pick up the most knowledge out of whatever situation ur in. Ur a Great teacher and person all around.

[@nathankelly7259]

I really like this saw, I bought one last year & use it more than any of my other saws 👍🏼

[@robinelston5966]

Trimming trees with a shotgun!🤣 You are a man after my own heart. I showed a friend of my son that you can take a small pine down with 10 or so rounds from a .44 mag revolver a few years back, not a clean hinge.

[@jordonshepard643]

I think your the only person that could’ve made homeowner chores interesting 😂

[@planetofthederps4490]

Its smooth because you dont have Damien putting those rakers on fleek 😂🤟

[@mattthetreeguy]

I love that description of the Milwaukee top handle saw as it is 100% accurate!

[@WildlifeClips365]

Nice. I want one. Ive got the husqvarna battery version which is quite top heavy, so when fully extended you have to be super tough to hold it up. I like the fact that the motor for it (Milwaukee) is in the handle area and not the top

[@BG-vq9fd]

When I would visit my cousin during the summer. We would each get a brick of 22lr. We would shoot from the barn windows and trim the small trees growing in the fence. I am happy with all my Milwaukee tools. Probably a good thing I cannot afford all I want.

[@sonnyblazer5504]

Another - *CANDID, HONEST, HANG YOUR HAT ON PRODUCT REVIEW* we all can use! That thing was a Hot Knife Through Butter with ease. I bought a pole saw for a one time use with a CORD via HARBOR FREIGHT but I wish I had more to do with one cuz I would run out and buy the twin to the one you've shown us and THANKS for doing so!

[@hulkthedane7542]

Could you mount a sling to the saw, thus redistributing some of the weight/force from the arms to the shoulders and back ??

[@AugustHunicke]

It comes with a sling, but I didn’t use it

[@hulkthedane7542]

@@AugustHunicke OK. Thank you for answering. Have a nice day, stay safe.

[@mrpoopypants9586]

Lots of good info in this one August, thanks. I love picking up little bits and pieces. Need a battery top handle and was impressed by your video showing the Milwaukee 18v but after this one might need to look at the new Stihl again. Nice to see you still giggle at yourself when cutting wood. Cheers from Oz PP

[@jimbee2145]

Awesome information man. Great pruning tips as well.

[@batmantiss]

This was dangerously close to a pruning video. I won't tell anyone...that saw looks good. Cuts nice.

[@travisjanz4738]

Funny you made this video. I used my Mke pole saw all day today. I swapped the 10” for the 8” bar. Awesome tool trees looking great.

[@brushlife9426]

I tryed both pole saw and top handle at lanscape expo definitely lots power so good planning to by both 👊🏽👍🏽💪🏽

[@AugustHunicke]

Sup Oscar

[@19ztu47]

Perfect timing on your review. I have been looking at the Milwaukee pole saw, but was unsure if it would do the job. This video has sold me on it. Which model do you have?

[@rayclark9643]

These are a workout to use for any length of time...especially at full extension😋

[@jrg0gar]

I’m a lawncare guy and picked up a top handle Milwaukee for the little stuff and I love it. I can’t wait to get a hold of this pole saw! 🙌🏾

[@jamesrichard6458]

I enjoy your sense of humor 👍 From one guy who loves to joke to another. God Bless

[@MikeJowsey]

August, I've been orcharding for 25 years and I have tried many polesaws. All were too much work. Either too much in handsawing or too heavy to make accurate cuts. It looks like Milwaukee have hit the sweet spot, which could be a game-changer. Damn! I need to change my brand!

[@ericchristison9680]

Wish they had placed the saw wrench in that place on the top handle saw cause mine got pulled off mine when I was raising pine trees ! Lost for good

[@tedanderson463]

Dude.... I just saw a guy cut the antlers off of an elk that was tangled up with another elk.with one of those... It was either on instantaneous gram.. or youtubi

[@rossrichards7959]

Gidday from New Zealand August, Showing your age wondering why the gas saw wouldn't run without starting it first. Next you will be trying to find the pull cord on the battery saw!

[@warped2875]

At $800 MSRP for the kit (saw, 12Ah battery, and charger), and $600 MSRP (tool only), ...it better be a legit tool! It seems that Milwaukee has hit the mark with this one. Time to start saving my pennies again.

[@julianalderson3938]

Yer there good. Lot of stihl ones had dont oil well. Or just leak. But like em n great nip few little limbs get truck down the drive way. Cheers

[@Papas220Garage]

We use the multi tool trimmer. It has pole sections you add in with the chainsaw bar on the end. It's does the weed eater hedge trimmers all in one setup. I was really surprised how the chainsaw pole trimmer combo tool was no joke.

[@mcauleyman]

also the top handle chain doesnt free spin so its hard to sharpen

[@1d1hamby]

At least you got some of your trees trimmed and made a video. Thanks

[@roncaron-l1r]

Best Trimming is Milwaukee pole Saw love it ty august ( ty Ron )

[@joshpomponio2993]

I like shotgun pruning 👊like that pole saw also

[@budlvr]

Madron is some hard wood !

[@bobstroud9118]

“WHAT’S that NOISE? N.E.OH Bob

[@boomupengineering]

Been wanting the Makita version myself. Some years ago I bought a Honda pole saw/trimmer but you can't make them so long, and it is heavy. I suppose I should just mount the 2511t to a telescoping pole and rig up a throttle!

[@jibiroo]

Definitely impressed especially when you went full bar. I would buy it. We have always joked about shotgun use for tree work, funny to hear you have done that. Like they say “There is more than one way to get a cat out of a tree” not that I would do that or suggest it, but if I think its funny I will say it.

[@nicksanders9140]

I'd like to feel the Milwaukee one now they make good battery tools. Same battery for all of their fuel tools it seems.

[@julianalderson3938]

Bloke i know used to hire one. For few jobs had no other saws just stand 2 metres back n cut stumps with it. Was a brutal man'

[@paulvalenzuela1555]

I like the hat!!

[@havespurswillclimb]

Enjoyed the video. Nice electric pole pruner.

[@jamesgoens3531]

Nice review and enjoy your style. That saw is awesome. Love my Milwaukee stuff, but couldn’t justify the red tax on this one. I already had 60V Greenworks tools and batteries so I recently bought their polesaw. Does the job and am pleased with it. Not sure why it took me so long to buy 😂

[@bobwiese6128]

I thought shotgun pruning was standard procedure . 😊 God blesses us with all of your vids!! TY

[@robertmacmurray342]

Was planning to purchase a Stihl HT-131...now I'm considering this instead...any thoughts? Not an arborist, would be used for personal property maintenance. Price point works-out to be about the same.

[@AugustHunicke]

This thing is hands-down, the most powerful

[@creationcoach2703]

I just ordered one. Rate now I have the Stihl KM 131 R.

[@Professor5180]

I was also looking at this Milkwakee or a STIHL HT 135

[@Professor5180]

How do yo think the Milwalkee compares to a STIHL HT 135? I'm learning about these polesaws and was wondering if it's that much better. I know that Stilhl goes to like 16-17ft and is like a 14" blade I beleive.

[@helenhunicke6520]

That was great!

[@jimwilliams7746]

Lol, August sprinting like home owner (me) haha

[@dgoodman1484]

I hope it works better than my buddies little yellow brand electric chainsaw. It has enough power but no chain speed and a lousy chain so it mostly just chews up a limb and doesn’t cut clean at all. Can’t think of anything worse to use for pruning.

[@richardbadish6990]

Dude! That thing is worth its weight in.... Well, i wont say! Lol Dont want Milwaukee thinking its under priced, because its not. Probably one of the most expensive 'tool only" prices. Aside from their bigger stuff! But just think, u know how when u go to start a climb. And u clear as much of the lower limbs as possible from the ground? Dude, give this to your groundie and have him clear the first 20ft for ya. Which helps a lot for guys who spur up before tying in. But shit, who needs to limb walk when u got this thing in the tree with ya? Obviously depending on if its a trim or removal or if its needing a rope on it. But u get my point. The opportunities are endless with this thing! Definitely on my wish list! Not sure if ill get the petzl zigzag first, or bump it down the list for this bad boy? What would u guys recommend? Which one will be more advantageous? Lol

[@garykirk1968]

I've been eyeballing one of these, still might just wait until my Stihl dealer has a trade-in gas one???

[@JPaul60]

I have the DeWalt pole saw and I like the Milwaukee design better because the bar goes straight out from the saw whereas the DeWalt bar is angled a bit. After having to cut crossing and sagging branches of my troublesome pine trees from time to time you get a pretty good feel for the pole saws. The DeWalt is OK but I feel the Milwaukee has a better design. One of the things with battery tools is once you start with one brand and their battery fits their other tools it doesn't make economic sense to have a variety of brands of these battery tools.

[@robinelston5966]

True about the hard hat and safety glasses but nothing screams homeowner like an extension ladder.

[@Don.Challenger]

August, that trampoline needs some deleafing work, once that is done since you're already in your sock feet you may as well show us a few of the tricks your kids have taught you.

[@jamesbruce1183]

Crap. Now I have to buy one. Thanks for the video August.

[@billyshumate853]

Not bad August

[@NHlocal]

Looks like a good tool August. .....pruning with a shotgun, I like it. 😎👊❤🌲

[@koalatree1]

Great little demo, mate

[@julianalderson3938]

Is a madrone like a brush box in aus? Timber looks similer

[@madmaxinthunderdome]

That's a new pole saw not even available yet lol You lucky monkey beaver 😂

[@michaelfarris2556]

Well, my friend, without you even getting paid from Milwaukee. They are going to have a big sale tonight. Enjoy the freebies more will follow.

[@chloerip80]

Wonder is our local saw shop would even repair it when it breaks?

[@islipfdchief]

530iPT5 ? Your already running the top handle saw. Easy to stay with the same battery system.

[@austinsmith3749]

Hey August, do you know if or where a quarter pitch conversion kit could be purchased for the new top handle Milwaukee? Sorry if this has already been asked in another video or comments

[@sizemoretreeworks]

I’ve been wanting one of these. Demo confirms. Legitness

[@Sethhaun78]

The real question is can it take a impact from a limb after the cut wich always happens eventually I broke one oiltank on polecsaw last year .1 second to slow on big maple limb

[@sizemoretreeworks]

Awesome.

[@PaulTra75]

I'm curious if you have ever used the Ego brand and if you had how you felt about it.

[@AugustHunicke]

Never have

[@NealZ31]

Monkey beaver ladder?

[@timamoroso811]

good firewood saw 😂

[@rugerfarming5387]

looks like a nice saw

[@billytee9747]

What oil is used for your polesaw?

[@pekerja27]

Panjang sekali tangan mesin nya

[@madmaxinthunderdome]

Which Milwaukee battery are you using amp rating ?

[@davidweeks1997]

Just don't try the blowers. Ouch!

[@saltybuckeye]

800 is a little proud

[@tomflynn2394]

Got a good laugh at you running across the screen. You should have added some benny hill music at that point

[@richardf9137]

Impressive!

[@BraydenSomers]

Looks sweet

[@darnelljenkinson7407]

10 inch bar?

[@bee4pcgoldrule.007]

i need one.

[@bigdog8891]

I helped a neighbor that brought one of these years ago to trim a tree. It wasn’t a Milwaukee and you plugged it in. I took it from him because I was afraid he would hurt himself. I called it the “Death Stick”

[@Sethhaun78]

Wondering the pitch 🔗 size?

[@jahdawg321zieman4]

Doctor always said i was slightly artistic.

[@DarrenMelton-wo2um]

Gotta leave some green

[@Sethhaun78]

I've seen guys on videos in the tree go to pull start therr top handle battery saw 😂

[@benjaminwhiteley83]

#getaugustto200k

[@michaelnewman5734]

Wonder how much he paid for it. ?

[@WilliamVincik]

who thought of monkey beaver for your business, great!!

[@netgear4232]

I love that little slip with starting the saw. True story: Mrs. Net's Jeep has the pushbutton start w/ fob (no traditional key.) I am constantly going from her car to my Ford and trying to push the ignition slot and wondering why the damn thing won't start.

[@nicksanders9140]

I found the battery pole saws to be pretty heavy and unbalanced. Extremely butt heavy.

[@miamiflorida9464]

I will stick to my stihl lol

[@Zogg1281]

That poll saw is pretty impresive, but what I really want to see now is you using it IN a tree that you're climbing. Don't worry, I'm not trying to get you dead, I'm thinking more of when you have a tree with a larger crown that's dieing so you can't risk moving to far from the trunk, but you need to get branches that are way outside your normal reach..... cutting from above would probably be preferable as you can't really run away like you were doing with that Madrone (

[@StinkyPete69]

I got to demo Milwaukees saws and wasn't impressed with any of their saws except that pole saw. That thing rips, I bet you could run a 16in on it with no problem

[@jimholmes4729]

Homeowner with no hard hat, no glasses. And wearing Vans.🤣

[@rickstafford5316]

Acting like a home owner. Lol. Nice pole saw

[@bradd8383]

Poles are magic especially when around power lines

[@jetenginethrust863]

I like it, kinda pricey but I'd buy it if I didn't have a couple electric ones already. I really like their 12" & 14" 18V top handle saws but I already have a couple electric top handle saws also. I used to be an Arborista in the late 70's into the 80's 👍🦫