I just got a Mac 10-10 bow saw. Following your instructions and wearing the proper gear, I had a successful weekend of bucking logs. My back is not tired. My face is intact. I’m no expert and don’t claim to know what is best for others. But I can see the value of a properly run bow saw. I also see the extreme danger of a carelessly run saw of any type. Thank you for posting. Christ truly is the answer.

This guy must enjoy resharpening with the way he plows up the dirt with those saws

Really loved the saws!!! But the best part even better than the saws was the cross!!!

A bow saw is the best saw to use. When I was a young man I ran a Husqvarner bow saw cutting pulpwood and it was an animal. I love this video but there is one thing that needs mentioned. Both saws need a guard that fits on the bottom of the bow next to the saw. If you move wrong the chain will get your pants leg and yes this happened to me ONE TIME and scared the crap out of me. Luckily it was at a slower speed and just jerked my pants. This saw does save your back and the front foot keeps you from digging into the ground with the chain. People gasp when they see either one of my two Poulan bow saws but they really do not have an understanding of how good these saws work. If you ever use one pay close attention to what you are doing in all situations as like any saw, it or the tree can maim, hurt or kill you. Move slow. Thanks for the video. I wish that Husqvarner bow saw was still around today. It was the best saw I ever ran

Holy crap!!! That is a Poulan 655! I want one of those. Nice saw

WOO HOO! Thanks for the knowledge! I NEVER knew how good a bowsaw was! It cut through that wood like a ht knife through butter!

It's also much easier on your saw running a bow. Your chip management happens at the dog so most of your chips stay clear of your clutch & clutch cover.

I want to thank you for this informative video on the use of a bow saws. Nicely done for sure !!

I ran bow saws cutting pulp wood in Georgia over 40 years ago. Never had a problem with safety or any trouble with them. I don't understand why people think its difficult to drop trees with a bow. In fact it much easier than with a bar saw and much faster. They never should have outlawed the manufacturing of them. They were great.

Very good presentation, as a long time user of chainsaws I’ve never seen the point of using the bow… now I want one.

My dad had a 610 McCullen bow saw. I may spelled it wrong. It was a beast. Never had to worry about it getting pinch between two pieces of wood. We used wood too heat our house.

Thanks for the information from a yankee north of the mason dixon that has never seen one of these bars in use! Very helpful and informative.

@pistolonmyhip That saw is mostly for cutting fuel wood. That is why you locate your landing somewhere free of rocks or gravel. Judging by the Baldy cypress trees in the background he is in the deep south where the soil is all sand with some sandy loam mixed in places.

To me the main advantage of a bow saw is that you can cut a log laying on the ground and as you finish the cut the chain on the top of the bar will not get pinched. There is no need to elevate the end of the log or use a wedge to keep the kerf open. Big time savers.

Does it work for felling? I wonder... Oh hell, this video is older than my kids. I might as well ask them.

i got a old late 80 or early 90s husky61 with a big bow on it it is great save my back love them bows

very good vid. i am from up north and i have never seen a bow saw up here all bar saws!! but i found a nice bow saw on eaby and was doing some research on them to see what they were all about . you vid helped alot thanks!!!!

Good work 👍👍👍, nice saws and clean and keep nice 👍👍👍, love it ❤️❤️ super nice, and the John Deere cap

Great video, thank you for making it 👍🏻

Good job and informative video .I've never laid eyes on a bow style chain saw...You did hit the dirt on every cut though.

Great presentation and demonstration!

I admit to being surprised to learn that a wood's density is now measured by hammering its end-grain, especially when the task to be performed involves cross-cutting the grain. Who knew?

thank you. i am actually intrested in these after watching this.

Thank you for mentioning Christ at the end. You caught me off guard but I need to hear it. Good luck brother.

Those saws were impressive the orange one was amazing

Great stuff man. Thanks for the videos.

How do you not hit the ground with the front of the bow saw?

Very nice video I never new how they worked going to look for one

Nothing like dulling the chain running it into the ground

What would be wrong with cutting most of the way through on each cut for bucking then roll log to finish each cut--no ground contact? That is the way I prefer. Saves chain.

Thank you for the video! I got a bow saw for free and I’m wanting to restore it

so whats it work like when the log is twice the width, and the cost of one of these

Love these informational videos. Where can I get a bow bar for my chainsaws?

Great instruction. This appears to be the tool of choice for felled wood - chaps saved my leg once so would i wear em and keep your clear your work area first.

i've never seen anyone fall a tree with a bow...is it because a bar is better for that? or is the bow just for cutting it up for fire wood or limbing?...like you presentation...very informative...i live in southeast Arkansas and don't see the bow here at all...amen brother..Chist is the answer..God Bless You and your family.

Keep hitting the dirt...

In Oregon we might call that a limbing saw. Down South they only have trees the size of poles. Pacific Northwest trees are just bigger. Not bragging.

Nice Video!...where are you located?? NC or SC??????

the guy hit dirt every time....have fun sharpening those chains every log lol

"i dont wear chaps unless theres snakes and bryers? dude chaps are to save your legs from getting destroyed by your saw. bow saws or not, if that chain contacts your leg and cuts your femoral artery, you can kiss your life goodbye.

My dad used to run a bow saw back in the days when he worked in the woods logging in his own business and my Dad loved a bow saw and he had a great awesome 268 Husqvarna bow saw and that thing cuz sure can cut some trees like it wouldn't nothing and his name was Fred Gilley and he was a professional with a bow saw and my dad can run any bow saw and now he's passed away been passed away 4 years

655 is beautiful. Nice cutting saw.

For those who are thinking of buying one of these things, direct drive like the ones shown here, are better in hard wood. Smaller chips, more speed and less torque. Gear drive saws are better in soft wood pine where you can hog out those big long chips and not burn up the chain.

Thanks for the information... I looked for a good used saw and found one like these. They seem to (plz excuse the pun) cut the work down by using the weight of the saw...

where can i buy one of thes. God bless you for sharing, great memories.

Amen Christ is the savior for all of mankind. I can remember seeing one of these saws a long time ago at my stepdad shop about 25 years ago. Unfortunately, they outlawed them, but they do seem to cut more efficiently than a bar saw.

Nice demonstration

Started well confirming it's not been used for 25 years ? Hmmm

Not sure on the correct size but it was a bow saw. I was a kid back in the 80’s

Christ is the answer!! AMEN!!

How come don’t pop that brake on with back of your hand when you finish a cut?

lol 2:10 Just get a bigger bar, let's say, 28", 30" or bigger and it's just fine, there's no need to get on your knees! "Stand up and buck" (c) Buckin' Billy Ray Smith But these bow saws are unique and look fantastic anyway!

where can I find a bow bar for my stihl 044?

Amen ✝🕊

Nice,I remember them but never owned one.Want to sell one?

wht can i do to my 61 husky to get more power

Good luck on finding a bow saw, they haven't been available for many, many years.

I had heard they were popular with the guys who cut pulp wood.

are u selling the green bowsaw

ive got a ol big homelite bow saw

ok guys never try to fell a tree with a bow saw or u will get hurt

I ask because I just got a bow saw.

Wear can you buy part for a bow chainsaw

now i know it aint meant for it, but id love to see one of these bow bars used to fell a tree...gotta be cool. proberly wouldnt be too accurate tho

keep guards in place

@Brad1000s pioneer 655

Fantastic job on your videos and amen he is

Can I bay it in Russia?

Loved the video and loved your 'Christ is the answer' ending! And yes, he is!

Most American video😂

Awesome video!!! Best part of your video was your last four words, and I couldn't agree more with you!! God bless you my friend. :)

amen brother and you are right CHRIST IS THE ANSWER

the guy hit dirt every time! have fun sharpening the chains every log...

CHRIST IS THE ANSWER :)

1:45 COMPLETE BS...