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Hi All, After damaging a couple of milling chains I realise a detector would be a handy purchase. However also noting this is a hobby and also being cheap until something proves it's value. I wondered If these Wand type detectors are any good? Has anyone tried them? Like TRYFUN Sensitive Hand-held Metal Detector. NEW (G1,) WWW.EBAY.CO.UK <p dir="ltr" style="margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;">TRYFUN Sensitive Hand-held Metal Detector. NEW.</p> <br> <br> <p dir="ltr" style="margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;">New in box... and ☆ Metal Detector DM3004A Handheld High Sensitivity Scanner Security Checker WWW.EBAY.CO.UK Model: DM3004A. Alarm: buzzer sound/LED alarm. LED indicator: working and low battery prompt. Long-lasting battery life: using smart power-saving technology, low power... Or do I really need to spend £100 or more? Recommendations??? Cheers Bob

Ditto. Had 3 pair sitting this year up from the usual 2 pair. After late start they are on to their second clutch of eggs by the look. Fingers crossed the weather doesn't put the mockers on it.

Only ever cut cookies with the Panther Chainsaw Mill. Easy peasy once you had first cut level. With mill, won't fixing/screwing it to a decent sized board and clamping the board work?

After reading all of this and reading again.... "The saw had been damaged when a large log fell on it and bent the bar, but a replacement bar seemed to be all that was needed." Are you sure the bar studs on the wonky saw haven't been damaged? if one was pulled up a bit the shoulder part might change the way the bar interacts with the spikes. Only wonky cuts I ever get are from bad chains. Hope you figure it out. following with interest.

I did some Pop a few years ago. It was ok, most of the slabs stayed straight. Very wet from memory. Dried almost white. No real figure or outstanding grain to speak of until you stain it. Nice and lightweight when dry. Would I mill it again? Yes. Straightforward and easy. Hope it helps. Bob

Had similar experience when I swapped from ZZR1100 to a new ZRX1100. Gave it the beans away from the lights (as usual?) and popped it up into 2nd and 3rd - clutchless as I used to do and then the wheel thumped down.... had a bit of a start as the ZZR never used to lift unless you put in real effort. 2000miles later and new rear tyre and chain well on the way it was time to reflect and calm down. Happy days. But wouldn't dream of it now I still ache from minor body/road interactions.

Yep, agreed. But this was in the mid 80's and on cross-ply's Went down the route and goy a CB750k7 Plenty enough for me.

Always fancied an 850 Le Mans but was put off by mates that said they were a real handful in the wet. All the torque making them squirm.

I was thinking much the same. He is still crashing plenty of milled stuff out on Insta

Roughhewnuk one of my faves. For Milling. I also follow a few # so #chainsawmilling for me, always brings a load of interesting content...from there it is not hard to find a regular producer of content you like that you can follow in turn. For you #arbwork ?

I was thinking the same. My experience: I (hobby) mill and the Oregon stuff seems to lose it's edge and stretch. Stihl although a little more pricey (not much really) takes an edge and lasts the distance. Happy to be shouted down by professional millers as every day is a learning day with the milling. Bob

Got it...had a brain freeze. Just done the calc and it's spot on. Cheers

Shouldn't there be a degree angle in there somewhere?

Same here.

I had this. Fuel solenoid, new filter and plug sorted it out. Not had a problem since. Fingers crossed...it's my go to saw. I'd be lost without it.

Sounds horrible, worse than Myxie. Someone else mentioned Weasels. Saw a couple last year. Don't know about the rabbits but they seem to be doing well without. We also have some of these strange "singing" frogs round here. Rumoured to be the edible sort. They are gradually colonising the numerous small ponds and lakes and must be supporting some of the local wildlife.

Been living in an area between 4 farms for the last 20 odd years. In that time the rabbit population has declined to zero. In fact I can't remember the last time I saw one. Even then it was myxied to heck. Definite increase in Crows, magpies and jays. Buzzards in the last 12 years and Red Kites in the last 7-5 years. On the plus we have a health population of swallows, greater spotted woodpeckers and all manner of finches and tit's. Plenty of Roe 11 in the fields early this year in broad daylight. Now down to 6 or so due to roadkill. Foxes are only seen when they are released by rescue charities and don't last long as there isn't any fast food outlets for miles. Badgers are around but since I haven't done my 5am commute for ages I've not seen one for a year. Owls up and down. There were 4 Barn Owls but I haven't seen ne this year. There are a coupe of tawny and little owls that use nearby oak to announce themselves. Rodents, are always around as the cats will prove. Not had a wood mouse or timber mouse for a year or so. But plenty of shrews and voles when seasonal. All in all some's up....some's down but there is still plenty out there.

I think your only issue might be. If anyone has issue with you being their, horses don't count as agricultural. Pretty sure of this as stable blocks are not treated the same way as barns. I'd go sheep and sub let the ground out to a shepherd. Do a deal on a few lamb chops when the time comes maybe. They'll generally have the pins, wire and energisers to secure an unsecure field too. Leaves you free to carry on about your business.

Sad but true.

I agree.... Plus. If you look at Ebay (for example) there is no change in the amount, quality or quantity of "firewood" offerings available. I think it will be a case of a few unlucky individuals will be caught (targeted?) and the rest will carry on as usual. Good or Bad suppliers alike.

I've re-read the article. I must have misunderstood. If I sell dry wood sub 20% then I comply. It only says wet wood and coal in less than 2m loads are unlawful.

Our returning gang have been back since middle of April. I always believe it was a fledge coming back but 'show us your birds' said it could be Mum and Dad. In short I don't care. They came back! It makes my heart sing.....the swooping, the shrill squeaks. They Came Back! Summer is almost here.

Cheers Les, In that case I apologise. I am no help. I would be interested in your findings as I just use Lo-Pro.

You'd need to ask @Rob D he is the best one to comment.