Pith Up Quartersawing on the Frick

[ddcuning]

Seems like several years ago I came across several large oaks in a short span of time but have not had one in a long, long time. This one was a Chestnut Oak that was 24" so on the small side for quartersawing but...cutting it into quarters was about the only way to get it out of the guys yard due to rocks, bushes and terrain. So, I figured while I was at it, I would do a video of the entire process as well. Hope you all enjoy, it was hard work getting the quarters to the mill but made some nice lumber! ;D

Dave C

Quartersawing Chestnut Oak on the 00 Frick

[kelLOGg]

I just watched the whole video, Dave. Hard work that paid off nicely. Where did the chestnut grow? I planted one from an acorn on my property 20 years ago and it is only 4 feet tall now. Thanks, Bob

[Magicman]

Your labors were well rewarded and thanks for the video. 

[Sixacresand]

Hard, hot work.  Nice lumber.  

[sealark37]

Dave- Thanks for the video!  It is a pleasure to see your mill work so smoothly and well.  Quartering and moving those logs on Saturday was no easy task.     Regards, Clark

[Weekend_Sawyer]

 Thank You, I enjoyed the video.
Very nice looking wood.
Anytime I am sawing in 90 or hotter weather I have to keep a hose nearby and every 10 minutes or so cool off.
Jon

[Brad_bb]

Branch rollers were a good idea.  I've used them on getting some big logs out of a yard.  I think it really would have helped to have some straps to pull the log with so you wouldn't have to bend over or kneel to move the quarters.  You could also use straps to lift the quarters without bending over.
Work smarter not harder ;D
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[samandothers]

Thanks for taking the time to share this.

I was outta breath watching the log moving!  

[ddcuning]

It was darned hot on Friday and Saturday but figured I had to get that log before the powder post beetles got into it. It had only been down less than 2 weeks and I found some and killed them when I got the lumber home.

It was a challenge getting the quarters out of their yard but they didn't want any machinery as they use the rocks and vegetation as landscaping. I did leave behind a lot of sawdust as mulch. 

Glad you all enjoyed the video!

Dave C

[ddcuning]

Bob,
 The chestnut oak was right on the Chatham/Orange county line on the Orange side. They have several in their yard that are smaller but still large trees. I started counting the rings and quit at 50 so not sure exactly how old the tree was. It grew slow though because all of the rings were tight. 

Dave C