Scariest log splitter ive seen

[RxRatedZ71]

While surfing you tube videos I had to see the Redneck Log Splitter video. Wow, this is a huge accident waiting to happen. I know annually there are lots of farming accidents and its bc of cockamamey ideas like this one....check it out.

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=40sCGb678sQ

 

[grsthegreat]

While surfing you tube videos I had to see the Redneck Log Splitter video. Wow, this is a huge accident waiting to happen. I know annually there are lots of farming accidents and its bc of cockamamey ideas like this one....check it out. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=40sCGb678sQ

oh lordy, just when i thought people couldnt get any stupider, im proven wrong.

 

[Rayster]

The "wheel of death" splitter is amusing as well. :shocked:

 

[CalG]

oh lordy, just when i thought people couldnt get any stupider, im proven wrong.

I have absolutely no trouble with that splitter.

Your "safe and sensible" lacks self responsibility. Who will take care of you until you grow up?
Keep your wits about you, don't go out on the ocean .

 

[cartod]

That splitter has been around a while. If you can't use it, stay away from sharp things.

 

[bcp]

A shielded version:

Maybe the fastest woodsplitter in the world! - YouTube

Bruce

 

[Sysop]

Yea, there are several variants of the same machine on youtube. It's not a new idea. Ideas are neither foolish nor brilliant, it is the implementation of the ideas by people that are either foolish or brilliant.

Here is another.

Widow Maker wood splitter - YouTube

 

[k0ua]

And the operator didn't need no stinking eye protection neither!.. Several times I noticed his hand coming very close to the business end of the blade while pulling apart the split sticks. Say what you want, but sooner or later that gentleman will be injured by that machine. He has a a very cavalier and familiar attitude about its operation. I predict he will be injured, it is just a matter of when. Those of you that know me, know that I am not in favor of the "nanny state" or excess regulations, and a man should be free to do as he pleases, but in my opinion stupid is still stupid. At least wear some eye protection, and be careful.

James K0UA

 

[ericher69]

Have never seen this type before but seems much quicker and efficient than hydraulic types.

As for the safety aspect I can honestly say that over the manny years as a first responder I have seen many injuries related to wood splitters (all ram type)

Cause; carelessness and being in a rush.

Everything from crush injuries, broken bones and even a fatality.

Not saying I approve of this device but I believe if used as intended it is probably no more dangerous than another.

 

[buickanddeere]

Amazing to hear these fools justify operation of these mechanical wheel splitters.
The cork screw splitter is little better.