Advice for saw please!

[Ren]

Thank you all again for the responses here - it's really lovely. 

 

Consider me well advised on what not to do. I'll be sure to get PPE and to be cautious - especially with terms like 'widowmaker'.

 

I'm a keen climber, so would be interested in learning to work at height just because... but I'm under no illusions that attempting anything off the ground without training would be a bad idea. 

 

In terms of servicing older saws I think I could manage it. I service my own car and used to service my narrowboat. Have changed some cam belts in my time....  will keep eyes peeled for suitable saws based on your advice and also mate's mate. 

[Khriss]

@Ren i would qualify all that with chain sharpening - big blunt saw might still cut yr wood, but nice sharp lighter saw is easier. Its a craft to get it spot on and if yr starting out - certainly biggest hurdle. K