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Paul Andrews
05-28-2007, 8:39 AM
I have watched this old Beech tree, as the property owner developed the property. He recently had it cut down and I recieved permission to cut what I want. The old tree had struggled most of it's life as it was hollow the entire length of the trunk and is covered in burl caps. Worked yesterday until I ran out of sharp chains. Most of the caps had to be cut into smaller pieces on site, as the terrain is steep and everything has to be hand carried out. But the work was worth it. The wood is multi-colored with grain going everywhere. Looking forward to opening one up on the lathe.

Steve Schlumpf
05-28-2007, 9:13 AM
Paul - congrats on your score!!! Looking forward to seeing what you turn out of it!

Bernie Weishapl
05-28-2007, 10:38 AM
Wow Paul congrats on that haul. Can't wait to see some turnings out of that.

Glenn Hodges
05-28-2007, 3:55 PM
Congratulations Paul, looking forward to seeing some nice pieces from this tree.

Mark Pruitt
05-28-2007, 3:58 PM
Honestly, Paul, how many times did you stand there looking at that tree saying, "fall, fall, fall!"???:D :D

Great score! Congrats!

Tom Sherman
05-28-2007, 7:35 PM
Awsome score Paul guess it's true good things do come to those who wait.