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Nice locally manufactured pickaroon

Discussion in 'Axes, Mauls, and Hand Saws' started by BrianK, Aug 21, 2014.

  1. stuckinthemuck

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    There is way too many misspelled words in that sentence to let it slide. Should say: Well.. leave tha scythe in tha bahn and git yaself a paih of catcha's shin gahds.. :whistle:
     
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    yup...That's how ya spell it...
     
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    you from New hampsha, you don't know how ta spell Maine words...:p
     
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    :rofl: :lol:... when yer right yer right... :dex:
     
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    Placed my order yesterday, stay tuned for my report.
     
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    Ordered one and it's on its way. Looks like a great back saver from the videos. Thanks guys, for posting those btw.
     
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    So my Hipps pickaroon arrived mid week. I have used it a couple of times, and it sure beats my homemade one. The ergonomics are much better, and yes it is sharp. Even so sticking red oak does require some effort.
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    Brian, how long is your tie-down? 6", 8"? Just curious.
     
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    Pressguy mine came shipped with one.
     
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    Excellent!
     
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