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Bucking a log
Bucking is cutting a log into lengths. It is important to make sure your footing is firm and
your weight i s evenly distributed on both feet. When possible, the log should
be
raised
and supported by the use of limbs, logs or chocks. Follow the simple directions for easy
cutting.
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When the log i s supported along its entire
length
as
shown in Fig. 19, it is cut from
the top (overbuck).
(2/3 diameter)
to meet 1st cut
( t o avoid pinching)
When the log is supported on one end, as
shown in Fig. 20, cut 1/3 the diameter
from the underside (underbuck). Then
make the finished cut by overbucking to
meet the first cut.
When the log i s supported on both ends,
as
shown in
Fig. 21,
cut 1/3 of that diameter
from the top overbuck. Then make the
finished cut by underbucking the lower 2/3
to meet the first cut.
Cut from top (overbuck)
avoid cutting earth
Fig. 2 1
1st cut overbuck
(1 /3 diameter)
(to avoid splintering)
- - . -
2nd cut underbuck
(2/3 diameter) t o
meet 1st cut
( t o avoid pinching)
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Fig. 2
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