I'm that guy Billy Ray. At 51 yo on Dec. 23rd, 2014 I had a horse come down on my shoulder and crush my lower back. During all the MRI's and x-rays they discovered that my spinal canal was all most closed off. A simple surgery left me paralyzed and in a wheelchair. About to reach the 8th year anniversary and they still haven't done anything for my lower back. But back in early 2015 when I couldn't get out of bed I discovered this thing called You Tube. Buckin' Billy Ray Smith was one of the first channels I subscribed to. Your attitude is infectious and for that alone is why I watch. All the saw, drums, ax hanging and tree cutting is like sprinkles on top. I always feel a little better after watching your video. Keep it up my friend and thank you for the inspiration.
I’m a 74 year old widow living in AZ. I’ve never used a chain saw but I love watching your videos. Your enthusiasm is infectious. Thank you for sharing the message of love and kindness.
Billy, I have always been the type of man that never hires a professional to do anything I can figure out on my own. Reality makes me aware of the dangers of tree felling so when I had the opportunity to drop 45 cypress I went back and watched a few more of your videos and decided to go for it. I dropped all and with wedges I was able to drop most exactly where I intended. Your videos and morality are a gem and much appreciated. Thank you for your time 🙏
Similar boat here, though definitely dropped far less than 45. Have yet to have one veer off where I don't want though, so that's the exciting point. It will happen eventually I am sure.
See that's the difference right there I work for a tree service I would have put a rope in that tree and pulled it over I'm just not experienced enough pounding wedges with a tree leaning like that now I do drop trees all the time with just wedges but a tree like that where they want it in a certain spot and it has a nice Lean to it and it's big I would have put a rope that's the difference bucking is a faller he's been doing them situations his whole entire life I would love to work besides somebody with his experience for a month or two just to learn a little bit more it would be amazing God bless
Like you said at the start, I don't do anything related to trees. I just come by to watch you do your job, and to listen to all the stories and advice you give. I don't understand much of the tree related advice, but I listen anyways, because it's fun to watch and learn! Happy holidays from Mississippi, Buckin!
Another great and inspiring video Buckin and you're right they don't make things to last anymore. I really appreciate your upbeat attitude and honesty. Stay safe and God bless you and your family
Buckin! The pleasure is all ours! It’s a lot easier to watch a video than to make one and do all that cutting and prep work! You are a national treasure!
I love your channel, I love soaking up the knowledge of your experience, and I love the sound of your saws, it's therapy for me when I'm all stressed out 😊
Good morning Buckin'! Good morning from the east coast Welcome, NC. Yes, the name of our small town is "Welcome!" Anyway, new subscriber, love your channel. I am NOT a FELLER! (Hope that's how you word that) I've probably cut down a total of 10 or less trees in my life and I'm 48 years of age. However, I am a wood lover! I am a wood worker / wood artist. I design and hand make "live edge" tables and wooden wall art! I'm commenting because I am a man who likes to give credit where and when it's due. You're a good and decent man Buckin', doing what ya know and DAMN GOOD at it I have to say! But it's not just the fact that you're good at your profession, it's another factor. You're being a great role model and inspiration for a lot of people. You preach messages of kindness, professionalism, honesty and simply being a man. So, I praise you for that. The world needs more men like you. Love your part of the country, seen a lot of it when I was stationed in Bremerton, Washington while in the U.S. Navy. Good day to ya Brother!
Hello Buckin! You're an inspiration to me. I now (at 15 almost 16) own 2 Jonsered 2071's (well one's a 2065 with a big bore) and you are one of my greatest inspirations in this journey. It's an addiction isn't it? Thanks Buckin, have a great day
Brother Buckin, thank you! The wedges in the crease makes perfect sense, the grain is denser there! Our shagbark cedars are very similar in that they break like glass, but if the stump is four feet it's only that big for five feet or so lol. Thanks Billy Ray, every episode is appreciated by me and my family!
I'm not a tree worker at all and I love your videos for all of the education about trees! I've been fascinated about trees ever since an Ash tree was taken by the ash borer and it needed to be taken down. This was about a year into buying my house. It was right against my fence and over hung both my house and my neighbors house. These two arborists that were recommended to me by a friend came in and did the job in one day. I was impressed! Now I've got an Ash in my front yard that I have been trying to keep going but it has succumbed and will need to be taken down along with a nice fir. Having watched your videos have really got my interest up. Thank you and keep on doing what you are doing. Cheers!
Thanks to your videos I was comfortable falling a neighbors tree right next to the house which had a nice back lean and used wedges and it landed exactly where i asked it to, so much gratitude for what you share as I only bought my first 3 saws this year and the amount of knowledge ive gained from your channel is incredible!
Buckin. Thanks for all you have shown us in the videos. I am in the middle of clearing out almost an acre of woods. Clearing out the down and leaning trees. And thinning out some of the trees. I have used several things you have shown. I am currently using a small Stihl power saw. But will be getting a Husqvarna with at least a 24 inch bar soon. I enjoy all the videos. Thank you for everything.
Growing up most folks around here used a traditional wedge. My pa would do an "upside down" wedge (humbolt) and he always said that if you wanted to keep a tree from getting hung up you better make it run off the stump. Big angles, and he would use a gap face cut on one like that to get it to pick up speed to drive through the other trees. Back then we didn't know the real names of cuts or really how to do a lot of stuff but we got things done. After I grew up I learned a lot more, and honestly I have learned a lot more stuff here on the internet, mostly how well I was taught and why a lot of it works the way it does.
Buckin thanks for sharing your knowledge of the power saw,& wedging. I just love watching the art of the whole process. When you’re doing it anyway lol. I’m with ya when you say, they don’t build things to last anymore. Anyway, I appreciate your dedication to the craft. Looking forward to seeing the next video. Stay safe, healthy, warm, happy, productive,& blessed.💯❤️👍🏾😀🙋🏽♀️✝️🙏🏾🇺🇸
Buckin, i been watching your videos the last few weeks now. I really touch base with how you started your cutting and firewood path. I myself was down a bad path woth drinking ect. I got introduced into falling a little over 2 years ago and it helped change my life around. Im from the StockBridge-Munsee Band of the Mohican Tribe in Wisconsin. I been sober and love going to work everyday. Ive been cutting with my 592 for the last year and i love it. I had a few minor issues like intake boot, coil, but other than that i love the saw. I cut differently than you but your videos are very helpful and help me out quite often.Thanks for your up beat spirit!
Never used a saw that big. That Husky and the similar sized Stihl sure have enough power to spare. Almost forgot, one of the best "how to's" on a leaning tree I've seen. Not just how to do it but the explanation as to why your doing it. Great stuff, Buckin'
Well maestro that was chock full thanks for taking the time to slow down and explain some intricacies of wedges and falling. Learned a lot and enjoyed the journey. Along with everything I enjoyed the editing-pacing, asides, callbacks and peeks ahead, the music reminds me of a jazzy 60s tv show and I even like the titles lettering. Nice work!!
Wonderful video Buckin. My felling season has ended here in MN with arrival of January like weather, and this video is just what I needed to lift my spirits. Keep up the great content….always useful and educational. Love ya man!
Thanks man, for sharing all your hard won wisdom. Throughout. Being smart, heads up education in more than just the forest. And having fun to boot. I can almost smell the cedar from my family's farm in Oregon. Cheers.
Man would i love to spend an afternoon with this man and just soak up any and all knowledge and wisdom possible. I love the passion and the willingness to share this with us.🙏
Thank you so much. I have saved alot of energy throughout the day not to mention and my back just by watching how you maneuver and use things around you when handling the saws. For example. At the first cut you left the tip in and walked the saw around instead of pulling the saw out and packing it around with you.
Thanks again for the master class Buckin! I put the ugliest undercut in the history of trees in a sick Walnut last week, but I got her down safely. You've taught an old electricity man enough about wedges that I was able to overcome my awful saw work. I may have to go back to axes and Silky saws for my felling and save the gasoline for bucking though! Now if I could just find a proper fuel cap for my old Timber Bear........
I make a point of never skipping through your videos. I don't want to miss any wisdom. I didn't get to learn all that much about saws and falling as I would like when I was younger so I'm making up for that and learning all I can practicing and enjoying saws now.
I just love watching the way you fell trees and the love I see in your eyes while doing it. The message that you share is one of love of everything that god has made along with the respect it deserves. Keep up the great work and enjoy life .
hi Buckin I am a 67-year-old first-time chainsaw owner i bought it to do some work at my golf club, a few trees needed trimming and a few that were brought down by bad weather needed cutting and removed, so I needed to understand how to cut that's where you come in found you on youtube, man some of the felling I saw you do unbelievable you are a joy to watch,the lean on some of the trees you cut blow my mind, trees overhanging holmes boy how you can take that cut awesome, respect and good wishes from here in Scotland look forward to your video's stay sharp Buckin
Hey Buckin! Just wanted to say thank you for all the videos you post. You really are an inspiration to everyone in this community as well as myself. Love your videos. Keep doing what you're doing. Perhaps one day I'll get to meet you and shake your hand at Buckin'Stock. Thanks again, friend!
I come here to gain knowledge. Watching you helps me in the wildland fire arena. Not everything directly applies, but the princples of working on and around trees are very useful when i need to push my skill level.
I have dropped some fir that with the help of your videos I would have never tried. Great info I never worked in the woods when I was young. Would have loved to but never had the chance. Worked in a mill for 11 years. The wedge thing is like a super power. Thank you so much love the videos and the explanations on what is happening, from Castle Rock Wa.
Buckin iv been watching your vids for years now iv learned so much watching you I was a joiner 4 years ago I changed my hole lifestyle job and started my own company doing tree work in the wild hills of north wales 🏴 so I thank you and love ya buddy..LOVE WINS…
I cut a dead ash recently where the undercut closed up, and the tree got caught in the canopy of other trees and stayed stuck on the stump. That was a hassle! Opening up the undercut wider like you taught would have prevented my problem. Great stuff. thanks JP
It is such fun to see what you do, and how you do it. AND...I learn a LOT. I'll be 75 next year so I'm not quite as quick or as agile as I once was, and I need to be a bit more careful in the woods, but watching you has taught me a ton on what to do and what not to do. THanks, Buck'n!
I’ve had hemlocks tops break off and the top remained in the limbs of the neighbouring trees , 6” stem . Always look up , stay safe Billy . Another interesting video , THANKS ! 👍🇨🇦
In my younger days, I travelled Northern Wisconsin and the UP of Michigan insuring the forest products industry. I’ve met many great stump jumpers in the early-mid 80’s. Just the smell of sawmills and logging camps is etched into my mind. But I must admit, the trees you have in the west are much larger. I’ve never seen western cedars until your videos. I subscribed just for the love of the industry. Now I’m 68 and had two pretty big (to me) trees fall in subsequent thunderstorms. They missed my tiny house by inches! God saved my house, my dog and me. Now I’m doing cleanup of the mess with a borrowed Stihl chainsaw from my pastor. It’s a bit tricky for me and I’m being as careful as I can. Your tips are very helpful. One of the trees that fell split and both halves are still attached. One side is hung in an oak while the other is lying next to my house. What scares me is the twisted half still attached and loaded, plus the half stuck in the oak.
I love you tooooo. Ever since I lost my right eye I have given up on tree work because of depth perception, your videos give me hope as a breath of fresh air. I will never climb again so now I have to rely on ground work when falling these big fires in Northern Humboldt County California. God bless you Brother.
B . . . You're a brother in the greatest way. What you do is just amazing... I can't enjoy or learn cuz I'm so not into working/falling trees... But that you are is the greatest!!!
Hey Buckin, I watched the one about squirting gas into the carb. I tried that trick and thought it didn't work, it would run and die. After a few days of this, I pulled the gas line and out came gas. I gave it a couple pulls without squirting gas and the saw started on one pull. This saw sat on the shelf for a good 20 years. Thank you for the teachings and this was my second time watching this one.
Billy i am not a logger i only have a Husqvarna 120 with a 14in bar and just cut small trees on my property. But i have learned alot from your videos. And just love watching you cut trees. Seeing that chip fly on the big cuts you do and the big trees fall so perfect is awesome and enjoyable to watch.
Love it,what I learned is I need a few more wedges,lol. I have quite a few more 5or6 foot in diameter oak trees to cut off our fencerow. Very informative and I appreciate you Buckin!!!!!
45 seconds in and all I can think is I wanna see a video about that truck....so nice. Also, thank you for saying to stick around and watch it through and not skip around. This was a great video!
That was the best lesson you could have taught me, although I have been running chainsaws for 42 years, I am very new to falling. A friend of mine was killed by a falling branch, "look up and let the crown settle".
Thanks for being you. I have followed you for many years now on and of. Now a days more again sins i hade a accident and it good too see and hear you. I got threw up when the belt chipper fall off the trailer. I smashed my head in the trailer and got a brain bleed and a neck injury. 3 months ago now and i work maby 15 hours a week now. The physical therapists said that i will be back but it will take longer time. Thanks again for making so many wonderful videos
Enjoy your videos! I’m 77 and my brother in law has me drop his dead trees on his property. Hayden Idaho. I’m in Sagle not far from the Canada border. You’ve been a great help in my tree cutting.
Buckin my dad was a faller back in the 30-40is with crosscut saws I don't fall or nothing I'm retired now and I do love watching you the art of falling is being lost except for men like you and to everyone it is and art that's Bueatiful thanks Buckin
Great job, good explanation, beautiful cedar. You are a wedgeman of the finest caliper. Love when it gets cold outside, mosquitoes and ticks go dormant. 👍
I have no clue about what you do. My kids and I just love to see how your skill is worked. We must say you make it look easy. and we know its from years of experience. we thank you for all you do showing us the adventures.
Last Week a Friend gave me a 372xpg non Xtorq as Present from 2001 with blown Cylinder. Now i do a complete Rebuild inspired of your Work with these Saws! i´m Searching for a Fullwrap but you could not get them here in Germany. Now i cant wait to get her back in business! Nice Cedar you put down!Good Job
That axe around the 5 to 6 min mark looks kinda like a Omish handle or a really old school job to myself. Really enjoy these videos. Thanks again and keep it up
Hello billy I watched your video on how to use the wedge I dropped a tree in the back yard today about 20" across well to my surprise it landed right where I wanted it too. All I can say is with your way of teaching maybe I could of been a lot smarter keep up the great work mate.yes i am from australia.
I really enjoy watching/hearing you work. I only run my chainsaws a few times a year, because I only cut/trim trees around the house. Although my path is not filled full of trees waiting to be taken down I sure like watching you on your path. 👍🏼
Hi Buckin’ Billy Ray! I’ve been watching your videos quite a bit recently and enjoy them. Watching today’s tree felling was very interesting and informative. I have some tricky trees on my property and your videos help give me confidence to practice more and do it! I’m 64 and have taken a fair number of trees down over the years but you are the Jedi Master when it comes to tree felling! Thanks for the kind messages also and keep up the good work!
I had to cut down a number of trees that were dying around my property. Buckin has been my go to for all the things I needed to know but didn't now I needed to know them. As I fell out of a tree trying to climb up and top one, my wife asked what I was doing and I said......Buckin showed me this one....he didn't and she didn't know what I was talking about...but I was laughing until she go the ladder and I could climb down. Keep them coming Buckin. Keep em coming.
Such an awesome video Buckin!! I don't think there's been a video I didn't learn something from you! Every time I get in a situation I'm not sure about I look to see if you've made a video about it! Thank You!!👍🏻 👍🏻
I cut firewood for years but I haven't run a power saw in years. You looking me eye to eye on your camera and telling me I love you brother and I care about you and that love and kindness is a great option....you were just speaking to me weren't you Buckin? That is how it felt. It was personal and it hit me in the heart. Then you told me your life story and how you fought your way back and it hit me in the heart. Over and over again you have lifted my spirit.....especially on those days when I was racked with pain. You have been a force in my life that is hard to truly explain. It has been quite some time since I came across Buckin Billy Ray but I count you as a friend and I love you brother. You indeed are a woodman but I think you have just scratched the surface when you call Buckin a woodman. There is much more to this man and I DON'T BELIEVE FOR A MOMENT THAT 424,000 people are firing up their power saws every day and going for it. Folks are looking for something more.....it is a message of hope and it is one that you can share with others. That is my story and I am sticking to it. Love you my friend!
You are a blessing to this 59 year old medical office manager who likes to play around with my MS 251 on the weekend, pretending I’m you, lol!!! I love watching your videos my brother!!! Thank you & keep up the great job(s)!!!
The reason I still love that old school snipe approach from an inside plunge cut, working back down for my Humboldt notch is, it makes it easier on me (when running a long bar) by allowing the weight of the saw to work FOR me. LOVE to see this still done today!
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I'm that guy Billy Ray. At 51 yo on Dec. 23rd, 2014 I had a horse come down on my shoulder and crush my lower back. During all the MRI's and x-rays they discovered that my spinal canal was all most closed off. A simple surgery left me paralyzed and in a wheelchair. About to reach the 8th year anniversary and they still haven't done anything for my lower back. But back in early 2015 when I couldn't get out of bed I discovered this thing called You Tube. Buckin' Billy Ray Smith was one of the first channels I subscribed to. Your attitude is infectious and for that alone is why I watch. All the saw, drums, ax hanging and tree cutting is like sprinkles on top. I always feel a little better after watching your video. Keep it up my friend and thank you for the inspiration.
praying for you brother . God bless 🙏
I’m a 74 year old widow living in AZ. I’ve never used a chain saw but I love watching your videos. Your enthusiasm is infectious. Thank you for sharing the message of love and kindness.
That's Billy's genius....even non-cutters like his stuff. Awesome that you do!
I’m 65 and a dropped wood on the west coast ❤ you have showed me quite a few tricks and you bring back fun memories. Love you brother 👍
He has alot of cool tools in his brain when it comes to felling trees and it's awesome that he shares them with anyone 😀.
@@joshuajohnson4396that’s the way it should be
I remember you getting all the wood getting dropped on you at that CCBC trip.
More cow bell 🔔
I’m 46 and dropped brown a few minutes ago
Billy, I have always been the type of man that never hires a professional to do anything I can figure out on my own. Reality makes me aware of the dangers of tree felling so when I had the opportunity to drop 45 cypress I went back and watched a few more of your videos and decided to go for it. I dropped all and with wedges I was able to drop most exactly where I intended. Your videos and morality are a gem and much appreciated. Thank you for your time 🙏
Good stuff thx friend
Similar boat here, though definitely dropped far less than 45.
Have yet to have one veer off where I don't want though, so that's the exciting point.
It will happen eventually I am sure.
I'm one of those People...I watch because I appreciate you as a Human...The content is a bonus. Keep on keeping on...
See that's the difference right there I work for a tree service I would have put a rope in that tree and pulled it over I'm just not experienced enough pounding wedges with a tree leaning like that now I do drop trees all the time with just wedges but a tree like that where they want it in a certain spot and it has a nice Lean to it and it's big I would have put a rope that's the difference bucking is a faller he's been doing them situations his whole entire life I would love to work besides somebody with his experience for a month or two just to learn a little bit more it would be amazing God bless
Ilove you're show very much very educational
You are the man , DAWG !!!!!!!
You gotta learn to do it all, only then shall you be... Superb.
I’m one of those guys that doesn’t run a saw or swing axes. I’m here for the message. Daily
Been wanting to see you try a 592 for awhile! 💪 love you brother! ✊
As someone who fixes electrical stuff, watching you bang wedges and make sawdust is a welcome change of pace. Be blessed.
I just got the 592xp! - watching my hero use it, is a dream come true ! Keep on buckin!
Buckin, the world is a better place because you're in it my friend.
Take care....
Great video. Enjoyed the in-depth start to finish of falling a Big tree in a tight window. I learned more about wedge placement.
Thanks Buckin.
Like you said at the start, I don't do anything related to trees. I just come by to watch you do your job, and to listen to all the stories and advice you give. I don't understand much of the tree related advice, but I listen anyways, because it's fun to watch and learn! Happy holidays from Mississippi, Buckin!
Another great and inspiring video Buckin and you're right they don't make things to last anymore. I really appreciate your upbeat attitude and honesty. Stay safe and God bless you and your family
I have run a Husky for years and always love to see them in action! Always Great to hear the Life messages!
Buckin! The pleasure is all ours! It’s a lot easier to watch a video than to make one and do all that cutting and prep work! You are a national treasure!
I love your channel, I love soaking up the knowledge of your experience, and I love the sound of your saws, it's therapy for me when I'm all stressed out 😊
Good morning Buckin'! Good morning from the east coast Welcome, NC. Yes, the name of our small town is "Welcome!" Anyway, new subscriber, love your channel. I am NOT a FELLER! (Hope that's how you word that) I've probably cut down a total of 10 or less trees in my life and I'm 48 years of age. However, I am a wood lover! I am a wood worker / wood artist. I design and hand make "live edge" tables and wooden wall art! I'm commenting because I am a man who likes to give credit where and when it's due. You're a good and decent man Buckin', doing what ya know and DAMN GOOD at it I have to say! But it's not just the fact that you're good at your profession, it's another factor. You're being a great role model and inspiration for a lot of people. You preach messages of kindness, professionalism, honesty and simply being a man. So, I praise you for that. The world needs more men like you. Love your part of the country, seen a lot of it when I was stationed in Bremerton, Washington while in the U.S. Navy.
Good day to ya Brother!
I have started fully felling trees like you this year. my community loves it i help all my elders. Great video once again Buck
Hello Buckin! You're an inspiration to me. I now (at 15 almost 16) own 2 Jonsered 2071's (well one's a 2065 with a big bore) and you are one of my greatest inspirations in this journey. It's an addiction isn't it? Thanks Buckin, have a great day
jonsereds are great saws.
Awesome saws bro
It's nice to see a young man watching a good role modle ! Good luck in your endeavors!
I had a pi.e of reds they was good saws !
Cool, sounds pretty similar to me, 15 work in firewood, and got a garage full of husky’s stilhls a Mac and a Jred 2165 big bore awesome 👍
Brother Buckin, thank you! The wedges in the crease makes perfect sense, the grain is denser there! Our shagbark cedars are very similar in that they break like glass, but if the stump is four feet it's only that big for five feet or so lol. Thanks Billy Ray, every episode is appreciated by me and my family!
Watching a man who knows his craft is a beautiful thing to watch. Thank you Mr Billy for teaching along the way. Happy holidays my friend 🤘🤘💪💪♥️🇺🇲🇺🇲
I'm not a tree worker at all and I love your videos for all of the education about trees! I've been fascinated about trees ever since an Ash tree was taken by the ash borer and it needed to be taken down. This was about a year into buying my house. It was right against my fence and over hung both my house and my neighbors house. These two arborists that were recommended to me by a friend came in and did the job in one day. I was impressed! Now I've got an Ash in my front yard that I have been trying to keep going but it has succumbed and will need to be taken down along with a nice fir. Having watched your videos have really got my interest up. Thank you and keep on doing what you are doing. Cheers!
Thanks to your videos I was comfortable falling a neighbors tree right next to the house which had a nice back lean and used wedges and it landed exactly where i asked it to, so much gratitude for what you share as I only bought my first 3 saws this year and the amount of knowledge ive gained from your channel is incredible!
Good job buckin you fawkin legend
Buckin. Thanks for all you have shown us in the videos. I am in the middle of clearing out almost an acre of woods. Clearing out the down and leaning trees. And thinning out some of the trees. I have used several things you have shown. I am currently using a small Stihl power saw. But will be getting a Husqvarna with at least a 24 inch bar soon. I enjoy all the videos. Thank you for everything.
welcome
Growing up most folks around here used a traditional wedge. My pa would do an "upside down" wedge (humbolt) and he always said that if you wanted to keep a tree from getting hung up you better make it run off the stump. Big angles, and he would use a gap face cut on one like that to get it to pick up speed to drive through the other trees. Back then we didn't know the real names of cuts or really how to do a lot of stuff but we got things done. After I grew up I learned a lot more, and honestly I have learned a lot more stuff here on the internet, mostly how well I was taught and why a lot of it works the way it does.
Thanks for the wedge tips, the way you think through was worth the watch. And I am 72 and still banging wedges in No. California. Thanks, Buckin.
Buckin thanks for sharing your knowledge of the power saw,& wedging. I just love watching the art of the whole process. When you’re doing it anyway lol. I’m with ya when you say, they don’t build things to last anymore. Anyway, I appreciate your dedication to the craft. Looking forward to seeing the next video. Stay safe, healthy, warm, happy, productive,& blessed.💯❤️👍🏾😀🙋🏽♀️✝️🙏🏾🇺🇸
thank you
Buckin, i been watching your videos the last few weeks now. I really touch base with how you started your cutting and firewood path. I myself was down a bad path woth drinking ect. I got introduced into falling a little over 2 years ago and it helped change my life around. Im from the StockBridge-Munsee Band of the Mohican Tribe in Wisconsin. I been sober and love going to work everyday. Ive been cutting with my 592 for the last year and i love it. I had a few minor issues like intake boot, coil, but other than that i love the saw. I cut differently than you but your videos are very helpful and help me out quite often.Thanks for your up beat spirit!
Never used a saw that big. That Husky and the similar sized Stihl sure have enough power to spare. Almost forgot, one of the best "how to's" on a leaning tree I've seen. Not just how to do it but the explanation as to why your doing it. Great stuff, Buckin'
I learned more on the wedges. Good video. I always wondered why i would need a full wrap. It was explained to me this time. Thanks.
Billy, you do a great job! I enjoy all your videos! It's a treat to watch a hard worker!!
Well maestro that was chock full thanks for taking the time to slow down and explain some intricacies of wedges and falling. Learned a lot and enjoyed the journey. Along with everything I enjoyed the editing-pacing, asides, callbacks and peeks ahead, the music reminds me of a jazzy 60s tv show and I even like the titles lettering. Nice work!!
You do a great job explaining how and why. When do what you do. I enjoy watching your videos
Wonderful video Buckin. My felling season has ended here in MN with arrival of January like weather, and this video is just what I needed to lift my spirits. Keep up the great content….always useful and educational. Love ya man!
Thanks man, for sharing all your hard won wisdom. Throughout. Being smart, heads up education in more than just the forest. And having fun to boot. I can almost smell the cedar from my family's farm in Oregon. Cheers.
Merry Christmas Buckin, thanks for sharing your life with us.
Love from Minnesota.
You're like an old tree yourself Buckin'. Full of knowledge, wisdom and all ways growing.
Another great video, thank you.
kool words friend
Man would i love to spend an afternoon with this man and just soak up any and all knowledge and wisdom possible. I love the passion and the willingness to share this with us.🙏
A dream of mine
Thank you so much. I have saved alot of energy throughout the day not to mention and my back just by watching how you maneuver and use things around you when handling the saws.
For example. At the first cut you left the tip in and walked the saw around instead of pulling the saw out and packing it around with you.
Thanks again for the master class Buckin! I put the ugliest undercut in the history of trees in a sick Walnut last week, but I got her down safely. You've taught an old electricity man enough about wedges that I was able to overcome my awful saw work. I may have to go back to axes and Silky saws for my felling and save the gasoline for bucking though! Now if I could just find a proper fuel cap for my old Timber Bear........
You always make the tough jobs look easy. Good on you BBR!
Enjoy the day.
I've been watching this channel on and off for about 6yrs.This guy is the real deal.And I have learned a lot.
North of England calling and SO pleased to see that integrity is still alive Mr Smith!! Thankyou sir. 👍👍👌
Buckin, you damn good. There’s a lot more to dropping trees than I ever realized. Thanks for the show.
I make a point of never skipping through your videos. I don't want to miss any wisdom. I didn't get to learn all that much about saws and falling as I would like when I was younger so I'm making up for that and learning all I can practicing and enjoying saws now.
Learned a lot watching this, Buckin! Thanks for going into such great detail. ✊
I just love watching the way you fell trees and the love I see in your eyes while doing it. The message that you share is one of love of everything that god has made along with the respect it deserves. Keep up the great work and enjoy life .
hi Buckin I am a 67-year-old first-time chainsaw owner i bought it to do some work at my golf club, a few trees needed trimming and a few that were brought down by bad weather needed cutting and removed, so I needed to understand how to cut that's where you come in found you on youtube, man some of the felling I saw you do unbelievable you are a joy to watch,the lean on some of the trees you cut blow my mind, trees overhanging holmes boy how you can take that cut awesome, respect and good wishes from here in Scotland look forward to your video's stay sharp Buckin
Hey Buckin! Just wanted to say thank you for all the videos you post. You really are an inspiration to everyone in this community as well as myself. Love your videos. Keep doing what you're doing. Perhaps one day I'll get to meet you and shake your hand at Buckin'Stock. Thanks again, friend!
I come here to gain knowledge. Watching you helps me in the wildland fire arena. Not everything directly applies, but the princples of working on and around trees are very useful when i need to push my skill level.
You my friend are an awesome woodsman, all your videos inspire me! God bless!
I have dropped some fir that with the help of your videos I would have never tried. Great info I never worked in the woods when I was young. Would have loved to but never had the chance. Worked in a mill for 11 years. The wedge thing is like a super power. Thank you so much love the videos and the explanations on what is happening, from Castle Rock Wa.
Buckin iv been watching your vids for years now iv learned so much watching you I was a joiner 4 years ago I changed my hole lifestyle job and started my own company doing tree work in the wild hills of north wales 🏴 so I thank you and love ya buddy..LOVE WINS…
this is a great comment thank you
I cut a dead ash recently where the undercut closed up, and the tree got caught in the canopy of other trees and stayed stuck on the stump. That was a hassle! Opening up the undercut wider like you taught would have prevented my problem. Great stuff. thanks
JP
It is such fun to see what you do, and how you do it. AND...I learn a LOT. I'll be 75 next year so I'm not quite as quick or as agile as I once was, and I need to be a bit more careful in the woods, but watching you has taught me a ton on what to do and what not to do. THanks, Buck'n!
I never miss a video and I'm thankful for you sharing your insight, stay elevated brother ✌️❤️🪓🌲
Nice video Buckin. Love those big majestic cedars as they fall, they all seem to have that same sound as they fall then that huge crash!!
I’ve had hemlocks tops break off and the top remained in the limbs of the neighbouring trees , 6” stem . Always look up , stay safe Billy . Another interesting video , THANKS ! 👍🇨🇦
In my younger days, I travelled Northern Wisconsin and the UP of Michigan insuring the forest products industry. I’ve met many great stump jumpers in the early-mid 80’s. Just the smell of sawmills and logging camps is etched into my mind. But I must admit, the trees you have in the west are much larger. I’ve never seen western cedars until your videos. I subscribed just for the love of the industry. Now I’m 68 and had two pretty big (to me) trees fall in subsequent thunderstorms. They missed my tiny house by inches! God saved my house, my dog and me.
Now I’m doing cleanup of the mess with a borrowed Stihl chainsaw from my pastor. It’s a bit tricky for me and I’m being as careful as I can. Your tips are very helpful. One of the trees that fell split and both halves are still attached. One side is hung in an oak while the other is lying next to my house. What scares me is the twisted half still attached and loaded, plus the half stuck in the oak.
I love you tooooo.
Ever since I lost my right eye I have given up on tree work because of depth perception, your videos give me hope as a breath of fresh air. I will never climb again so now I have to rely on ground work when falling these big fires in Northern Humboldt County California.
God bless you Brother.
B . . . You're a brother in the greatest way.
What you do is just amazing...
I can't enjoy or learn cuz I'm so not into working/falling trees...
But that you are is the greatest!!!
Love your videos Billy👍👍been felling trees for 30yrs and ur never to old to learn. THANKS BILLY👍👍👍👏👏👏✌️✌️
Hey Buckin, I watched the one about squirting gas into the carb. I tried that trick and thought it didn't work, it would run and die. After a few days of this, I pulled the gas line and out came gas. I gave it a couple pulls without squirting gas and the saw started on one pull. This saw sat on the shelf for a good 20 years. Thank you for the teachings and this was my second time watching this one.
Love the time you take for the face cuts. Definitely worth taking an extra minute or two to make sure you're good. Saws are fast, slowing down helps.
Billy i am not a logger i only have a Husqvarna 120 with a 14in bar and just cut small trees on my property. But i have learned alot from your videos. And just love watching you cut trees. Seeing that chip fly on the big cuts you do and the big trees fall so perfect is awesome and enjoyable to watch.
OK I'll be back. Love ya brother keep the message coming, thanks again for introducing me to this community.
Love it,what I learned is I need a few more wedges,lol. I have quite a few more 5or6 foot in diameter oak trees to cut off our fencerow. Very informative and I appreciate you Buckin!!!!!
The wedge banging accuracy at 2:20-2:30 is impeccable! Top, bottom, top, bottom
45 seconds in and all I can think is I wanna see a video about that truck....so nice. Also, thank you for saying to stick around and watch it through and not skip around. This was a great video!
What an awesome video. You Buckin are one professional faller. I enjoy watching you work. Great job you did on that tree. ❤️👍
Love your videos and love all your old saws and your trucks keep up the good work
That was the best lesson you could have taught me, although I have been running chainsaws for 42 years, I am very new to falling. A friend of mine was killed by a falling branch, "look up and let the crown settle".
Thanks for being you. I have followed you for many years now on and of. Now a days more again sins i hade a accident and it good too see and hear you. I got threw up when the belt chipper fall off the trailer. I smashed my head in the trailer and got a brain bleed and a neck injury. 3 months ago now and i work maby 15 hours a week now.
The physical therapists said that i will be back but it will take longer time.
Thanks again for making so many wonderful videos
I love you buckin you bring happiness to my days every day ❤️ I miss seeing videos of you and your son working together
Enjoy your videos! I’m 77 and my brother in law has me drop his dead trees on his property. Hayden Idaho. I’m in Sagle not far from the Canada border. You’ve been a great help in my tree cutting.
Buckin my dad was a faller back in the 30-40is with crosscut saws I don't fall or nothing I'm retired now and I do love watching you the art of falling is being lost except for men like you and to everyone it is and art that's Bueatiful thanks Buckin
Great job, good explanation, beautiful cedar.
You are a wedgeman of the finest caliper.
Love when it gets cold outside, mosquitoes and ticks go dormant. 👍
Right! And not so much sweat running into your eyes!
Billy Ray, I'm one of those guy's that has never fell a tree and probably never will. I just love listening to you and watching you work, SAFELY!
Just found your TH-cam channel. You were recommended to me by a Welsh Wizard. Really enjoying watching your skills and great video content. Thank you.
I have no clue about what you do. My kids and I just love to see how your skill is worked. We must say you make it look easy. and we know its from years of experience. we thank you for all you do showing us the adventures.
Great job cutting the tree down you do awesome work I enjoy your videos I watch every single one 😋
Last Week a Friend gave me a 372xpg non Xtorq as Present from 2001 with blown Cylinder. Now i do a complete Rebuild inspired of your Work with these Saws! i´m Searching for a Fullwrap but you could not get them here in Germany. Now i cant wait to get her back in business! Nice Cedar you put down!Good Job
That axe around the 5 to 6 min mark looks kinda like a Omish handle or a really old school job to myself. Really enjoy these videos. Thanks again and keep it up
Hello billy I watched your video on how to use the wedge I dropped a tree in the back yard today about 20" across well to my surprise it landed right where I wanted it too. All I can say is with your way of teaching maybe I could of been a lot smarter keep up the great work mate.yes i am from australia.
Good morning Buckin, GREAT JOB, 👍 👍👍. Love to see things come out on the good side. Have a blessed day. See you on the next video. Love to all.
yes you wil .. love ya terry
I really enjoy watching/hearing you work. I only run my chainsaws a few times a year, because I only cut/trim trees around the house. Although my path is not filled full of trees waiting to be taken down I sure like watching you on your path. 👍🏼
Wow I’ve just noticed 424k subs, that’s one heck of a lot of stumps to pull up, and one jolly big fire to sit round!! Lovely ❤️
Hi Buckin’ Billy Ray! I’ve been watching your videos quite a bit recently and enjoy them. Watching today’s tree felling was very interesting and informative. I have some tricky trees on my property and your videos help give me confidence to practice more and do it! I’m 64 and have taken a fair number of trees down over the years but you are the Jedi Master when it comes to tree felling! Thanks for the kind messages also and keep up the good work!
good ta see ya
You dang skippy !@@!!@!!
Love your videos and your message Buckin. Keep it up!!! I always learn something when i watch your videos.
right on Chris
I personally, have learned so much from your videos,and from you Sir! Thank you! Happy New Year!
That's a sick Ford! Good to hear Donny is still at it, I'm a south island guy, wish we had as good a saw builder down here
I had to cut down a number of trees that were dying around my property. Buckin has been my go to for all the things I needed to know but didn't now I needed to know them. As I fell out of a tree trying to climb up and top one, my wife asked what I was doing and I said......Buckin showed me this one....he didn't and she didn't know what I was talking about...but I was laughing until she go the ladder and I could climb down. Keep them coming Buckin. Keep em coming.
I'm always here for the message Buckin, and I'm a hybrid Tree man and Faller. You are what you believe you are, manifest it!!! Good on ya my friend
Such an awesome video Buckin!! I don't think there's been a video I didn't learn something from you! Every time I get in a situation I'm not sure about I look to see if you've made a video about it! Thank You!!👍🏻 👍🏻
Cut timber for over 30 years NW to AK & back nice to know l didn't kill them all!!😋🤔
Great video Buckin! Ive learned alot of good points from you thru the years on felling trees! Keep it up friend!
You always seem to have good videos, and teaching techniques. Keep doing it, and stay safe.
I cut firewood for years but I haven't run a power saw in years. You looking me eye to eye on your camera and telling me I love you brother and I care about you and that love and kindness is a great option....you were just speaking to me weren't you Buckin? That is how it felt. It was personal and it hit me in the heart. Then you told me your life story and how you fought your way back and it hit me in the heart. Over and over again you have lifted my spirit.....especially on those days when I was racked with pain. You have been a force in my life that is hard to truly explain. It has been quite some time since I came across Buckin Billy Ray but I count you as a friend and I love you brother. You indeed are a woodman but I think you have just scratched the surface when you call Buckin a woodman. There is much more to this man and I DON'T BELIEVE FOR A MOMENT THAT 424,000 people are firing up their power saws every day and going for it. Folks are looking for something more.....it is a message of hope and it is one that you can share with others. That is my story and I am sticking to it. Love you my friend!
nice of you Tom
You are a blessing to this 59 year old medical office manager who likes to play around with my MS 251 on the weekend, pretending I’m you, lol!!! I love watching your videos my brother!!! Thank you & keep up the great job(s)!!!
Ronnie yer humility is refreshing brother . thx for being active with us
The reason I still love that old school snipe approach from an inside plunge cut, working back down for my Humboldt notch is, it makes it easier on me (when running a long bar) by allowing the weight of the saw to work FOR me.
LOVE to see this still done today!