I've got access to a ton of fallen branches and trees, and I'm thinking about making a 48" Roubo Style Frame Saw to mill them into lumber. The problem is, I'm not sure if that'll actually work the way I'm imagining it, especially since I know I'll need to dry the wood before using it. I'd also love to hear if there's a better tool out there for this job. Plus, does anyone know a reliable supplier for these saw kits? I've heard Blackburn takes a while to fulfill orders, and Bad Axe charges a lot for incomplete kits.
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If you’ve got some thick, green wood, consider riving it with wedges and using a froe instead. You can then hew it with an axe or adze and flatten it out with a scrub plane. It’s a lot of manual labor, but it might be worth it compared to sawing.
Totally agree! Riving is super satisfying. I did that with some apple wood once and it really made a difference. Just make sure you have some time on your hands!