Post #9738 by horizon mombo on Wed, Oct 2, 2002 4:42 PM

On 2002-07-09 12:43, Mattio wrote:
I went out and bought a set of chisels and a pair of gloves! I only wear one glove so the hand I am holding it with doesn't get splinters in it. I just started out on a small block of wood and now I am working on a small pole!

There are some other details,like proper
footwear so as not to lose a toe or foot as
"CC" risks all the time with his chain saw
and bare feet.
Manual cutting is slower but more controllable than is electric or gas.
I prefer electric saw for foam tikis,
and manual tools on wood.
Keep all body parts away from area downrange of the blade(Direction of force).
When, or if a chain saw is used,be prepared always for sht to occur.