One-Man Crosscut Saw - My Favorite Farm Tool

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  • Опубліковано 30 бер 2023
  • Pa Mac explains the use, care, and wonders of the one-man crosscut saw-a useful tool for the small farm or homestead.
    Check back often for future episodes of "My Favorite Farm Tool" with Pa Mac. Most episodes will feature an explanation and description of various antique farm hand tools, along with helpful tips for restoring, maintaining, and using them.
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    Also visit www.farmhandscompanion.com to find articles, posts, photographs, and encouragement for today's self-sufficient farm or homestead.
    Be sure and subscribe to the Farm Hand's Companion channel and watch episodes of "The Farm Hand's Companion Show" as Pa Mac takes an undeveloped piece of property and turns it into a small subsistence farm.
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  • @kathycook1815
    @kathycook1815 Рік тому +55

    Can't believe for the amount of years on UA-cam that you don't have more subscribers. You have the very best channel on homesteading and I have appreciated every one of your videos. God bless you and family.

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  Рік тому +14

      My wife says she agrees with you on the subscriber thing. Thank you for watchin' Kathy, and God bless you and yours as well

    • @JohnDoe-zl6ph
      @JohnDoe-zl6ph Рік тому +6

      I think if you started talking more about what you're doing and explaining what you are doing your subs would increase.

    • @donald6427
      @donald6427 Рік тому +3

      Let’s get his numbers up by sharing videos

    • @domading2759
      @domading2759 Рік тому +2

      I sub because of his style.. I love it

    • @mini696
      @mini696 Рік тому +2

      He will explode with more talking videos and more regular videos.

  • @floridaknight3052
    @floridaknight3052 Рік тому +9

    You breaking that bottle and then doing a jump cut right after was the funniest thing I've seen all day. Thanks

  • @jennifercockrell3374
    @jennifercockrell3374 Рік тому +71

    I never thought I would see the day, where you speak in a video. What a treat! The video was so fascinating. I love anything primitive and old tools, considering my daddy was a carpenter. I agree though, that's definitely a tool everyone should have on a homestead. Gonna keep my eye out for one. Thanks so much for all the info and tips.

    • @PullStartStables
      @PullStartStables Рік тому +1

      There was another video set with a crew interviewing Pa Mac at his Mercantile. Still very enjoyable! 👍

    • @thechronicgeneralist
      @thechronicgeneralist Рік тому +2

      I listened to it without sound and with CC on at first... I was not ready 😂
      Great video! Looking forward to more you being a real talking human videos!

    • @auldashy
      @auldashy Рік тому +1

      It was kinda shocking to hear him speak initially!

  • @midkiffsjoy
    @midkiffsjoy Рік тому +6

    I have always coveted your tiller. I constantly send my husband links of tillers on the marketplace he could Pa Mac out for me. So far he's not having it. Lol

  • @ScarletKnightmare
    @ScarletKnightmare Рік тому +6

    I cannot thank you enough for helping my family rediscover the lost ways of our forefathers. I love learning the old ways and practicing them on our property. We shouldn't let this knowledge disappear!

  • @grippy9355
    @grippy9355 Рік тому +5

    PA MAC! I love you and all of your videos! (With every bone in my entire body) btw my entire class in watches your videos religiously. Also, you should totally talk in more of your videos.

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  Рік тому +3

      Thank you Kaden. Please tell the whole class THANK YOU (from Pa Mac). But don't get in trouble with the teacher for doin' it!

  • @thomasc.pellicer1879
    @thomasc.pellicer1879 Рік тому +8

    Glad to see you back with newer videos . Glad to hear your voice . Please keep up the goofiness and pictures of the old times you make me chuckle but learn the old ways of doing things. Can't wait to see more new ones

  • @Tcreagh3
    @Tcreagh3 Рік тому +9

    I love all your videos, Pa Mac! You inspired me to build a log chicken house much like yours (although I cheated and put a metal roof on it). I started the project a year ago. The chickens move in Sunday! Thank you!

    • @lisanowakow3688
      @lisanowakow3688 Рік тому

      Have you tried them all yet and if so which do you prefer? Nice to hear your voice!

  • @tleitnak
    @tleitnak 11 місяців тому +1

    Pa, you and I share a love of old saws! Throw in old axes and I'm in heaven!

  • @dextaman
    @dextaman Рік тому +3

    I never thought I'd hear a speech on this channel, but here it is. greetings from Finland🇫🇮

  • @tjjudkins2468
    @tjjudkins2468 Рік тому +6

    I hope you do a video like this for everyone of those tools behind you. Because I’d love that! Love your videos and especially the pole barn series. Even got your book for it which helped so much. Thanks again!

  • @wingrider1004
    @wingrider1004 5 місяців тому +1

    That's a real shop...beautiful.

  • @edvangilder4424
    @edvangilder4424 Рік тому

    I help my Dad cut wood with a cross cut saw. Grandpa watched, and he would apply some kerosene with an old
    brush when the saw gumed up Grandpa always did the sharpening. He had a slot cut in a cornet post where he placed the saw for sharpening one day a neighbor came by while we blocked up some wood. The neighbor said I got something I want you to try. He went and got a chainsaw. After using the saw my Dad, who hated spending money went to Sears and bought a chainsaw. Times changed. I wish I still had that old cross cut saw. And I wish Grandpa and Dad where still around . We could work up our winter heat in more ways than one.

  • @user-dm1ns9dk2q
    @user-dm1ns9dk2q Рік тому +10

    What a great guy this man. I just started watching your channel but I was still super excited for this episode. I’m trying get like you sir. God bless

  • @TexFarmer
    @TexFarmer Рік тому +6

    Really enjoyed this. You have such a calm and pleasant voice, and a super interesting collection of old tools and things in your background there.

  • @jeffjanson4521
    @jeffjanson4521 Рік тому +4

    Good old fashion farm material

  • @marcusm4271
    @marcusm4271 Рік тому +1

    I could sit and listen for hrs.
    It so valuable that you care to share your wealth and experience.
    The way society is progressing all these old ways are being lost.

  • @TheBereangirl
    @TheBereangirl Рік тому +1

    I've seen pics of men posing with their long crosscut? saws they used to cut down the redwoods...can you imagine being on the end of one of those sawrs?🥵 You have a terrific voice ta-boot!

  • @russtuff
    @russtuff Рік тому +2

    Fantastic presentation. I like how those vertical handles can be very easily removed.

  • @Mael01369
    @Mael01369 Рік тому +2

    More please

  • @BiornBear
    @BiornBear 10 місяців тому +1

    In logging we call them either crosscut saw or the rake and peg saw.

  • @rochrich1223
    @rochrich1223 Рік тому +2

    There was a handle in my Grandfathers pine tool box we inherited and I had no idea what it went to. Then literally, it came to me in a dream that it would fit the cross cut saw my Grandfather bought to deal with the giant cottonwood trees on his property. It was the only time I had the "came to me in a dream" experience so far. It happens.

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  Рік тому

      Things or solutions often come to me in that twilight time, too, rochrich

  • @benbloomer7503
    @benbloomer7503 Рік тому +1

    Some of my favorite memories are learning to use a two man saw with my grandpa. Thank you for sharing the history with us.

  • @Planzman1
    @Planzman1 Рік тому +1

    I pray you are safe from the severe weather.

  • @joshmccormick9432
    @joshmccormick9432 Рік тому

    I've watched your videos for years now and always wondered what you sounded like, and now I know. Keep up the good work!

  • @cavemanjoe7972
    @cavemanjoe7972 Рік тому +1

    When I use vinegar to get rust off of metal, I always rinse with a baking soda/water mix to neutralize the acid before I oil it.
    Love the video, Pa Mac. I've been watching for years. Keep it up!

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  Рік тому +2

      That's a real good tip, CavemanJoe; thanks for watchin' all those years!

    • @cavemanjoe7972
      @cavemanjoe7972 Рік тому +1

      @@farmhandscompanion
      Thank you for making videos worth watching.

  • @JohnDoe-zl6ph
    @JohnDoe-zl6ph Рік тому +3

    Great video!!! I have 3 one man crosscut saws, and a two man felling saw, plus a two man bucking saw. All of them are in champion tooth, but we mostly have hard woods. I like the video with talking and explaining things.

  • @myceliation
    @myceliation Рік тому +2

    this is great, its like this old house without all the retakes. i love it. thank you

  • @sour_lemon_00
    @sour_lemon_00 4 місяці тому

    I'd like to use this for some home duties. It'll be better than gas. This was fascinating. Thx for your great content 💪

  • @homestead685
    @homestead685 Рік тому

    this is GOLD. found you years ago and wondered why your views were so low. i'm glad ppl caught on

  • @jamesgarrison6859
    @jamesgarrison6859 Рік тому

    I can't wait for more. Thank you for another great video.

  • @stacihill2528
    @stacihill2528 Рік тому +2

    Great video as usual! Sounds as if I need to get my saw out of the barn and get her going. Thank you for the inspiration.

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  Рік тому +1

      You, my friend, are an inspiration to many folks around these parts!

  • @montelott8570
    @montelott8570 Рік тому

    It's fun to collect & use old tools you are a kindred soul l 've only got a couple of one man crosscuts but several 2 man saws & love them all.

  • @johnsonr9
    @johnsonr9 Рік тому

    Always look forward to your videos. Thanks!

  • @jasonmessley1283
    @jasonmessley1283 Рік тому

    very excited about the new videos can't wait to see more.

  • @darrenwidas2473
    @darrenwidas2473 Рік тому

    Enjoying this!
    Thanks.

  • @stantilton2191
    @stantilton2191 11 місяців тому

    Love the old saws, fun to work with. Thanks for the tips on saving them.

  • @gregoryteeple9306
    @gregoryteeple9306 Рік тому

    Thanks for being awesome, Pa Mac!

  • @Join.The.Partee
    @Join.The.Partee Рік тому +1

    Great episode!

  • @Join.The.Partee
    @Join.The.Partee Рік тому +2

    YES!!! I can’t wait!

  • @SHfarms
    @SHfarms Рік тому

    Pa Mac! It is good to see you back. Oughta give us an update on the homestead

  • @riverdalegardens544
    @riverdalegardens544 Рік тому +1

    I love it! Can't wait for the next one!

  • @ironcladranchandforge7292
    @ironcladranchandforge7292 Рік тому

    Excellent!! Thanks Pa Mac, enjoyed the video. I have a couple one man Cross Cuts myself.

  • @gregarmantrout7634
    @gregarmantrout7634 Рік тому

    Thank you for the informative video I have several of these saws

  • @olddawgdreaming5715
    @olddawgdreaming5715 Рік тому

    Thanks Pa Mack. Sure enjoyed listening to you talk a lot. Enjoyed the information about the Crosscut Saws . Stay safe around there and keep up with the great videos and having fun too. Fred.

  • @brianphilbrook5262
    @brianphilbrook5262 Рік тому +1

    I’ve always wanted to get one of those saws.
    These favorite tool videos are a great idea and I love your shop.

  • @stephenrice4554
    @stephenrice4554 Рік тому +2

    Genius , I'm looking forward to it .

  • @keenowl1410
    @keenowl1410 Рік тому +3

    I'm looking forward to it.

  • @gnillut
    @gnillut Рік тому

    I learned! Much appreciated!

  • @gardeningpreacher
    @gardeningpreacher Рік тому +1

    I absolutely love old saws! I have spent the last year or so learning how to sharpen different types of saws. I took my sons out and let them cut with my 2 man crosscut saws - they loved it! One point: expert saw restorers suggest not to use vinegar because no matter how much you rinse them, the vinegar continues to eat the metal. The best rust removal for them is oil or wd40 with a mildly abrasive sandpaper (220 grit). I love your videos, please keep them coming...

  • @moodymac7297
    @moodymac7297 11 місяців тому

    Lance a boil. Lol. Or, lance multiple boils a once. I would go with my grandparents (mother's side) when very young to fell pine trees. When felling the trees granddad would use a two-man saw with my grannie on one end. When the correct number of trees had been downed. Grannie and I would pack up and go back to the farm. Granddad would then buck (at I believe 8ft) and limb the trees. He would then take his two mules (named after his two son-in-laws) and haul two at a time, out near a timber road. He would then strip the bark off and stack them. Eventually the lumber company would show up and pay him for the logs and truck them out. That is how he made extra money for the farm. That took place there in SW Arkansas, and later in SE Oklahoma. I enjoy your stuff.

  • @TheReelEdge
    @TheReelEdge Рік тому +2

    Absolutly love all of your videos! I hope we see lots more.

  • @flatlinesup
    @flatlinesup Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing. Excellent vid

  • @johnshearing
    @johnshearing Рік тому +1

    Loved the show!

  • @willchoate7072
    @willchoate7072 Рік тому

    I have one just like yours. Love it!

  • @senorjp21
    @senorjp21 Рік тому +1

    Great new format

  • @rbnhd1976
    @rbnhd1976 Рік тому +1

    Awesome thanks pa

  • @barlotardy
    @barlotardy Рік тому +1

    Me: "Oh boy! A new video!"
    Pa Mac: * speaks *
    Me: "GAHH!!!!"

  • @johngallagher2313
    @johngallagher2313 Рік тому

    Very interesting. Never owned a crosscut saw. Might have to try one.

  • @karenr67
    @karenr67 Рік тому

    Good info thanks

  • @wesleyyoung-tx2hm
    @wesleyyoung-tx2hm Рік тому

    Enjoy your channel thank you for your hard work.

  • @SaintCoemgen
    @SaintCoemgen Рік тому

    You do not need to find an antique. One can still buy new, one man cross cut saws. I bought my one man cross-cut saw made by Thomas Flinn & Company. You can search for retailers online. I love mine. Have had it for about 15 years. Still works great.

  • @TheRedneckprepper
    @TheRedneckprepper Рік тому

    I know where to come when i get rid of my one man saw, its perfect! Awesome video. TY

  • @winterfox123
    @winterfox123 Рік тому

    Bless you and your family ! So happy to see some new videos . ❤

  • @warriorpoet2968
    @warriorpoet2968 Рік тому +1

    Always enjoy your content. Moved to the woods and I've learned a bunch from your show!

  • @feraltweed
    @feraltweed 6 місяців тому

    Your so funny I had to subscribe. Thanks you are making my evening and I am learning some good stuff. Thank you

  • @cosmopezzolla996
    @cosmopezzolla996 Рік тому

    Pa Mac! Great to hear you.... Love the new series...I will be tuned in. Thanks for the great content and sharing the knowledge!

  • @donaldgarmon7368
    @donaldgarmon7368 Рік тому

    I really enjoy your videos! and it's good to know that the cat doesn't have your tongue after all... Keep up the good work, May God Bless You and Your's.

  • @raelynnfitzwater2855
    @raelynnfitzwater2855 Рік тому

    I always love your music!

  • @tropifiori
    @tropifiori Рік тому +1

    Great video. PaMac speaks!
    I learned a lot.
    I have hunted in a wilderness area in Idaho where power equipment is not allowed. All trail work is done with axes and cross cut saws.
    Frank

  • @jitwitty
    @jitwitty Рік тому

    I’ll add in, love your videos, and it was nice to hear you talk. 👍 Thanks for all your work.

  • @TinaThevarge
    @TinaThevarge Рік тому

    He speaks! Omg! Been following your entertaining tutorials for a few years. Have always loved your content. I’m not a homesteader yet, but hope to be one someday, so I follow quite a few homesteader channels. Yours was unique with the subtitles and entertaining stickman cartoons. But happy to put a voice to the personality as well.
    We have a couple cross cut saws around because my uncle owned them and I inherited his house. Nice to learn a bit about them.

  • @rogeriolisto
    @rogeriolisto Рік тому +2

    Can't wait 🎉

  • @artszabo1015
    @artszabo1015 Рік тому

    I think I have watched every one of your videos. I realized on this one that I didn't know what your voice sounded like. You talked more here than all of your other videos combined. I did learn that you love crosscut saws more than your cow, your wife and your kids. You know; out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks rule.
    Much love my friend, you will always be my champion storyteller.
    Art from Ohio

  • @mindym.1166
    @mindym.1166 Рік тому

    I have my grandpa’s crosscut saw. Thanks to you, Pa Mac, I now know it is a One-man Champion Pattern with a removable handle that can convert it to a two- man. It is in excellent condition without much rust (thanks to my dad having it for fifty years after grandpa passed - long before I got ahold of it). The only use it’s been put to in the past seventy years was occasionally cutting down Christmas trees. I’ll keep it ready just in case we ever run out of gasoline.

  • @domading2759
    @domading2759 Рік тому

    Glad your back! I miss your videos. I've subbed for years.. Never missed one

  • @Cezaam69
    @Cezaam69 Рік тому +3

    Great video as always! A bit funny to hear you talk compared to your ordinary goofy editing but still top quality, keep up the good spirit!

  • @tina-iq3wg
    @tina-iq3wg Рік тому

    I pray that you and your family are okay after the recent storms and tornadoes.

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  Рік тому +1

      Thank you, Tina; one went over the house or near abouts but we made it fine.

  • @WilliamTMusil
    @WilliamTMusil Рік тому

    Hiya. Glad to hear you.

  • @williamwaha3193
    @williamwaha3193 Рік тому +1

    Hello again , Mr. Mac , great job on the saws . These old crosscuts can be a pain to use when they're not in good shape , chainsaws have definitely been an improvement but they do require fuel .

  • @robertmarino2158
    @robertmarino2158 Рік тому

    What a great video , well explained , so much history , memories !! In the past at our coffee shop , one of our coffee buddies used to bring in tools for show & tell ! He would bring up discussion & get others involved !! We all learned , great times !! Enjoy ??

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  Рік тому

      Those are the kind of men that I've learned a lot from over the years, Robert. Thank you for watchin'

  • @keithinthemountains6450
    @keithinthemountains6450 Рік тому +1

    Pa Mac woulda been proud!

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  Рік тому +1

      I'd like to think so, KeithintheMountains; thanks for watchin'

  • @ScoutCrafter
    @ScoutCrafter Рік тому

    Excellent Video! So nice to put a voice with the person. Thanks for sharing.

  • @royevans7793
    @royevans7793 Рік тому +1

    Thank you, I've been subscribed for some time. When you have a new video, I save it for the last, because I know it'll be good! This video is exceptional!!! I've got 2 buck saws, and one 2 man cross cut, and always wondered how to sharpen them. Now I know...sort of, I know there is a learning curve. One of these days I'm going to have to visit your store, to meet you would be an honor, and extreme pleasure!

  • @chuckbarnessr6199
    @chuckbarnessr6199 Рік тому +1

    I used my crosscut yesterday to cut a fir, the butt of which will be hewed to a beam and the next section (8') I peeled today with a drawknife for a post, both of which will be used for any future build. Thanks for keeping these videos coming and informative.

  • @moodymac7297
    @moodymac7297 Рік тому

    Brought back memories, good video, but I missed watching how the great taste of corn bread comes about.

  • @elizabethjohnson475
    @elizabethjohnson475 Рік тому

    He has a voice. And I knew you did 'cause I saw an interview long ago. I like your intro. Thanks for this, because the coming years are going to be a challenge and many will be glad to get the knowledge you have. I'm liking the His-story plus the humor!!

  • @ttgandydancer
    @ttgandydancer Рік тому +2

    Can't Wait! 😁

  • @donald6427
    @donald6427 Рік тому

    Just looked your website up!! When graduate nursing school in may I’m definitely going to book a trip and do some floating and fishing!!!

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  Рік тому +1

      Look forward to meeting you, Donald. (and I hope finals go well for you)

  • @dee_gee_bee6072
    @dee_gee_bee6072 Рік тому

    Hey PaMac. It’s Danny, Ruth Ann’s son. It is really good to see you talk on a video. My son is 4 years old now. I’d love to be able to bring him to visit you all some day soon.

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  Рік тому

      Hey cousin! You have an open invitation. We look forward to seein' you. (I know Mama would like to see you, too)

  • @montelott8570
    @montelott8570 2 місяці тому

    I recently bought a nice 3 foot champion tooth saw with 2 helper handles hardly used. A great bargain

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  2 місяці тому

      Yes, I would classify that well within the bargain category. Thank you for watchin', Monte!

  • @mylesfalconer9183
    @mylesfalconer9183 Рік тому

    Pa Mac. He speaks.

  • @CleaveMountaineering
    @CleaveMountaineering Рік тому

    subscribed about 10 seconds into the video.
    I have a 1 man crosscut, learned to sharpen it, and its a great tool. I just picked up a Disston No. 32 pruning saw, sharpened it, and it also is a great tool. Good stuff.

  • @breathofhome6315
    @breathofhome6315 Рік тому

    So happy to see and HEAR you!! My favorite saw is the bow saw. I just used an axe to cut down trees(40-70ft fir & pine), I didn't have a chainsaw.

  • @williamrobinson4265
    @williamrobinson4265 Рік тому

    thanks Pa!

  • @donald6427
    @donald6427 Рік тому

    What you’re in Arkansas!!!! Me too!!! I never knew

  • @j_omega_t
    @j_omega_t Рік тому

    I've got one of those and love it! The second handle is on the toe end, and I never did figure out how to move it. Thanks for that!

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  Рік тому

      You betcha, Jim!

    • @j_omega_t
      @j_omega_t Рік тому

      @@farmhandscompanion I moved the handle this week. The pin was peened over on both ends. so I had to grind that off, but once I did, moving the handle to where I wanted it was a snap. I was worried it wouldn't stay put, but so far it has been holding on pretty securely. Thanks again!

  • @puremayhem3540
    @puremayhem3540 Рік тому

    I enjoy your channel. Could you do a update on how your barn and other projects you have made over the years have held up? There are a lot of channels that do builds but never do a follow up on how they are doing years down the road.

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  Рік тому

      that's a good idea, Pure mayhem. Let me think about how best to do it

  • @HeroOfTime303
    @HeroOfTime303 Рік тому

    You're awesome!

  • @Barbarra63297
    @Barbarra63297 Рік тому

    Really enjoy your channel and this was a special treat to hear your voice! There is a very, very old farm here that is now a restaurant way out in the country, they have a huge two man saw hanging on the outside of the building. It is under the eave but since Danmark is not known for it's clear sunny weather it's rusty and will someday fall apart. Every time I see it I'm tempted to snatch and save it but I just don't have larceny in me enough to do it. Thought about asking if they'd sell it but I doubt they would, the whole outside of the building is a collection of antique tools, farm implements, etc.

    • @farmhandscompanion
      @farmhandscompanion  Рік тому +1

      Hey Barb, be on the lookout for one in worse shape that you can get cheap; then trade 'em for one that "looks better". (When they're decorations, the more worn out they look the better)