Introduction

[NRFarms]

I've been hanging out in the back for a long time, by I've yet to post anything. I'm also sure that I didn't quite do this "start a new topic" thing right, but I'm sure somebody will set me straight. 

I bought a used Timberking 1220 off a guy in Missouri early last year while I was still in the Army and would upgrade it and cut scrap logs on the base. It was an enormous amount of fun and I was hooked immediately. When I decided that I was leaving the military, it just seemed like a natural transition to being a sawyer back here in West Virginia. We decided to upgrade the mill operation if we were going to do it full time, because there also seemed to be a large opening for us in the market. We ordered a Cook's AC36 back in January and also picked up a barely used Cooks edger to match. I try not to be "stuff" oriented, but there are certain tools that I didn't want to compromise much on as we jumped from hobby milling to doing it for a living. 

I can't begin to thank the countless folks on here that have so generously provided as many answers to each question that I could think of (I never had to post them- somebody else already had).

See y'all around on here. Once I figure out how to post photos on here, I'll push a few out. 

[WV Sawmiller]

    Welcome. Where in WV are you located?

[NRFarms]

We're in Clifftop, which is right next to Babcock State Park. I've seen you on here quite a bit. Always thought it would be cool to meet you sometime. 

[Magicman]

First, Thank You for your Military Service. 

Welcome to the Forestry Forum and I wish you the best with your sawing venture.

[WV Sawmiller]

   I'd love to meet. We often bring out of state visitors to the New River Bridge then go to Babcock State park. My wife taught photography at a local college after she retired from the local school; system and took her class to Babcock one time in a snow storm and they got pictures of the old mill in the snow. There was a travel photographer from Chicago there for the same purpose who talked to the class which was an unexpected bonus.

   If you are ever near Hinton of just looking to kill a couple of hours come on down. We are probably 40-50 miles from you. 

[fluidpowerpro]

Welcome.

[SwampDonkey]

Welcome to the forum. I'm sure you will also be sharing some more insights with everyone in the sawmill business. Lots to learn and share among us all. 

[jpassardi]

As Lynn said: thank you for your service and welcome.

Kudos to you for searching the forum instead of just posting a bunch of questions.

[NRFarms]

I'd love to meet. We often bring out of state visitors to the New River Bridge then go to Babcock State park. My wife taught photography at a local college after she retired from the local school; system and took her class to Babcock one time in a snow storm and they got pictures of the old mill in the snow. There was a travel photographer from Chicago there for the same purpose who talked to the class which was an unexpected bonus.

  If you are ever near Hinton of just looking to kill a couple of hours come on down. We are probably 40-50 miles from you.

Absolutely! I'll reach out sometime and come visit!

[Southside]

Just be very, very, careful if he offers to take you on a 4 Wheeler ride up the mountain. 

[barbender]

Posting questions is always fine, too👍

[John S]

Yes, welcome and thank you for your service to our country!

[KenMac]

Thank you for your service and welcome to the forum! I also have a Cook's AC36 and think you made an excellent choice! Good luck to you!

[Wlmedley]

Welcome from Elkview WV.

[scsmith42]

Welcome!

Richard at Cutting Edge sawmill service is in your state, and a dealer in Kasco bands.  He's a great guy and has an incredible amount of knowledge about band blade design.  You ought to look him up if you haven't already met.

Scott