I need to saw thick branches down, I don't want a chain saw but I need something more than a hand saw. help

Answer 1

lots of answers there.
i agree with all the people who said bow saw..but will add remember to make the first cut under the branch in question about 2 cm up into the branch is good then cut from the top down to the first cut so the branch will not peel the bark off on the way down or just break..it's all about control
now if the branch is thick securely tie a rope onto the branch further out from the trunk than the cut by about a foot or 1/2 meter. toss it over a branch above the one you are cutting. then tie it securely to something so the branch cannot free fall down to the ground. then you can slowly lower it to the ground.. it's all about control.

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Answer 2

As the others have pointed out, the BEST tool is other than a chainsaw is a "Norwegian Bow Saw"... also known as a "Swede Saw".

On my brothers ranch, we use chainsaws with pole-mounts, a telescoping pruner with 12 inch draw-saw, and 2 Swede-saws.

The BIGGEST thing is SAFETY !! Make sure you know where that branch is going and COULD go... wear gloves, safety glasses, work boots, and chaps.

If it is a BIG job, hire an arborist / tree-trimmer. Fortunately, we have one in the extended family who gives us a family rate as long as there is a BBQ and beer afterwards.

We had to take down 3 HUGE Pin-Oaks near the house, and I was simply AMAZED at how a PRO did it.

GOOD LUCK !! STAY SAFE !!

Answer 3

Can you reach the branches ?

Bow saws have large teeth with a wide clearance to stop the saw getting stuck in wet wood. They are good for anything up to 6 inches at a push. £5

telescopic loppers often have a 12 inch draw blade on them, these are good for branches up to 4 inches but not much more. £15

i agree its wise to steer away from chainsaws. I use them all the time and they can be deadly without training. And a decent 14 inch saw with safety trousers / helmet / defender / gloves will cost you £400.

Always KNOW where its falling ( don't guess - plan for it ) and keep your eye on the branch once you start to cut it, know where your escape route is. Do not take branches off while up a ladder. place a mobile phone ( off keylock )near your escape route, not in your pocket.

Keep kids away.

Answer 4

A bow saw is the thing to use. You can often see them in secondhand shops. but they are quite cheap new. Whatever else you do, do not use a chain saw unless you have been properly taught to do so. I have known several arms who have lost their people this way.

Answer 5

Sorry Babe, break down and get an electric saw/chain saw. It'll save you a lot of time, energy, and fatigue!! You did say they were "thick". You don't want Popeye arms when you're done...or sleep like Rip Van Winkle!!! Good luck!!

Answer 6

Hi Whisky! What you need used to be referred to as a Norwegian logging saw. Now they are better known as bow saws. For a good one at the right price, try your local army & navy store. If that fails, try B&Q or Homebase. Poorer quality, higher price but thats the way it is these days. If you get stuck ,e-mail me and I will send you one( I have a couple of spares). I am a member of our local wildlife & forestry trust.

Answer 7

Get a Swedish bow saw. I used to cut my own wood for heating with a bow saw.
But wear protective gloves when you use this kind of saw!!!!

Answer 8

you can buy a metal bow saw made by Sandvick they come in different sizes a good tool shop will sell you one

Answer 9

branches arent thick, they havent had the education we have, thats all.
Is your question a metaphor for some deep desire to sever yourself from some past experience.....for example were you attacked by a weeping willow when you were young?
You can get emotionally friendly chainsaws from LeatherFace uk.
Some people can Wish branches down.

I live in a strange twilight world.

Answer 10

If you have never used a chainsaw..dont bother because it requires expertise but i'm afraid the handsaw is the alternative.