How to Use Two Man Crosscut Saws

A two person crosscut saw can be a quick and efficient method of felling a tree or cutting a pile of firewood. It is important to use the correct saw for the correct type of wood. For example, hardwoods should be cut with tuttle tooth saws, while soft woods should be cut with lance tooth saws. The plain tooth saw is best for small and medium sized logs. Once you choose the appropriate saw, grab a partner and you are ready to use a two man saw.

Things You'll Need

• Lumber or tree
• Partner

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Position yourself on one side of the tree or log you wish to cut. Have your partner position himself on the other side.

   • 2

     Grab one end of the saw and have your partner grab the other. Hold it with your arms at a 45 degree angle.

   • 3

     Pull the blade across the wood.

   • 4

     Have your partner pull the blade across the wood.

   • 5

     Continue to alternate pulling, but never pushing, the saw across the wood until the log or tree is cut to the desired degree.