Two Chainsaw Secrets | Turning a Tree into Perfect Boards

This video is about two hacks you can use to cut a log into perfectly straight and smooth boards by turning your chainsaw into a sawmill without any attachments.
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Friends, for your convenience I assembled a chronologically arranged list of videos about my efforts in establishing this log cabin camp in the off-grid remote location of Karelia (All Seasons):
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[Advoko]

I wanted to ask you guys for advice. I no longer trust my Stihl MC260 as it gave me repetitive problems even after it was repaired by a dealer.

In other words, what chain saw of comparable size would be a good choice for cutting logs into lumber using my method

Friends, for your convenience I assembled a chronologically arranged list of videos about my efforts in establishing
this log cabin camp in the off-grid remote location of Karelia (All Seasons):

01 episode - @ (1 season) 2014
02 episode - @ (1 season) 2014
03 episode - ​@ (1 season) 2014 (not translated)

1 episode - ​​@ (2 season) 2015

2 episode - ​@ (2 season) 2015

3 episode -​@ (3 season) 2016

4 episode -​@ (3 season) 2016

5 episode - ​@ (4 season) 2017

6 episode - ​@ (4 season) 2017

7 episode - ​@ (5 season) 2018

8 episode - @ (6 season) 2019

9 episode - ​@ (6 season) 2019

10 episode- ​@ (6 season) 2019

[Rebirth]

You got a like just for hauling that wood out on that scooter. Respect.

[Nighthawkinlight]

I'm super impressed. I never would have thought such results were possible without a sawmill attachment. You prove your cleverness once again!

[tasmedic]

You're a genius, Advoko! I used your method and in an afternoon practicing, I was able to cut perfectly straight oak boards 3cm thick and 3.3 metres long, from a fallen tree just using my stihl MSA 220 battery chainsaw. It's all about relaxing, and repeating the swinging technique. It's counter intuitive, but it works like magic!

[papapetad]

It takes years to acquire simple wisdom. Powerful words right there.

[DerMeister]

"It takes years to acquire simple wisdom."

I had to pause for a second when I heard him say that. If that's all anyone takes away from this video, you're ahead of the game.

[stromiguel]

Oh man, you just saved me quite a lot of money - now I'm definitely NOT buying any attachments or chainsaw sawmills. I'm rather investing the time to master this technique of yours! Thanks for this video <3

[harrisc]

Dude you are a fine example of a human being. Love your work and shared wisdom!

[gone]

Hands down, this is the single most helpful chainsaw tutorial I have seen for felled trees. Came to the same conclusion on Alaskan mills and milling attachments, and have been relying on a ruler and chalk line for about a year. The swinging motion and limiting the number of teeth that come in contact with the wood has tripled my production, but not fuel usage. I just slabbed an 2 meter section of 45cm walnut - each slice took about 5 mins and maybe 1/4 tank of fuel with a Stihl MS271.

[rufushowe]

I love it when you put two logs on the scooter, lol lol lol

[silentwisdom]

This technique is exactly the way I make perfectly (mostly) straight cuts with a diamond blade in concrete. If you bury the blade slowly and with great focus on accuracy you can just relax once your buried and let the natural position of the blade find it's true course. Pushing gently forward and listening to the machine is all that is needed to keep straight along the way.

[mikewaldroup]

Great video. I have access to lots of eastern red cedar logs. I was thinking about the hassle of purchasing a chainsaw mill and then I watched your video. I followed your instructions and my very first log turned out beautifully. Letting the saw cut the way it wants saves time, fuel, wear and tear on the machine and yourself. You are a great teacher. Thank you for sharing your secrets instead of selling them. You have gained much respect by many. God bless you and your family.

[BusHuxley]

This is an immensely useful and insightful guide to making primitive lumber squarely. Once again, I am reaffirmed in my suspicions that this is some of the finest content on the internet. Thank you for your time.

[josephcoyle]

Before I knew chainsaw milling was even possible, I was speaking to a local farmer around here who runs a small shop out of a wooden hut he constructed himself out of thin, smooth but irregular self-milled planks. When I asked how he built the thing, he told me he used a chainsaw. Blown away, I asked what kind of tech he used to pull it off. He told me "I used some pretty advanced equipment...you ever heard of a 2x4?" For years, his response eluded me. Now I think I finally understand what he was getting at. Can't wait to try it. Thank you for sharing your wisdom!!

[bsocmtomsdcs]

I applied your concepts and with a little practice, I am convinced this is the absolute best chainsaw milling video on youtube. Chain stays sharp 10 times longer. I would suggest novices watch bucking billie ray’s videos on chain sharpening and make sure to use your gauge for guides so cuts stay nice and straight.

[derekrigsbee]

Just want to give you a pro tip on the mill attachment. When using the mill attachment you should put wedges in the cut every 2 or 3 feet to suspend the board off the bar. I love you videos and hope this helps keep up the great work!

[ronaldroberts]

"If I had two hours to chop down a tree, I would spend one hour sharpening the blade" -Abraham Lincoln...thank you for sharing this information, I am very impressed...

[blairpolden]

I never plan on starting a chainsaw. I just like your voice. Years to acquire simple wisdom. Good people watch good videos. Russian and Canadians live in basically same environment. Different languages but a lot of the same traits. Tough independent.

[AndrewCastellanoReal]

Wow, this kind of quality content made me feel that the internet is truly becoming a restorative force for human lifestyle on the planet

[jimtalor]

Useful technique but the double battering ram motorbike was most impressive!