Does anyone know of a reliable online store that sells McLeods ?
Trail Tools
- Thread starter AngryMetalsmith
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Forestry supply.
I thought this thread was going to be about all the douchbags Stavaing with their headphones on.
Son, I am disappoint.
Son, I am disappoint.
Got a link ? That'd be greeaaaaat...
Eh, I bitch about those tools enough as is. Just trying to maintain/build trails.
Grainier has them, but they are pricey
http://www.grainger.com/search?gclid=CLzw26upocQCFQguaQod2k8Auw&searchQuery=Mcleod+Tool&cm_mmc=PPC:+Google+Main+4-_-Hand Tools>Fire and Rescue Tools-_-Mcleod Tool>Mcleod Tool>Broad-_-Mcleod Tool&adgrpID=4463132078&kwdID=16401049901&ef_id=USGi4AAABDnjlSj9:20150311221358:s
http://www.grainger.com/search?gclid=CLzw26upocQCFQguaQod2k8Auw&searchQuery=Mcleod+Tool&cm_mmc=PPC:+Google+Main+4-_-Hand Tools>Fire and Rescue Tools-_-Mcleod Tool>Mcleod Tool>Broad-_-Mcleod Tool&adgrpID=4463132078&kwdID=16401049901&ef_id=USGi4AAABDnjlSj9:20150311221358:s
Yeah ya crusty old goat, I too can use teh google. But I want to know if any monkeys have ordered a Mcleod from an online retailer and had a positive experience.
Thanks, those are a bit pricy for me though. Like to keep it under $50, if that's even possible.Grainier has them, but they are pricey
http://www.grainger.com/search?gclid=CLzw26upocQCFQguaQod2k8Auw&searchQuery=Mcleod+Tool&cm_mmc=PPC:+Google+Main+4-_-Hand Tools>Fire and Rescue Tools-_-Mcleod Tool>Mcleod Tool>Broad-_-Mcleod Tool&adgrpID=4463132078&kwdID=16401049901&ef_id=USGi4AAABDnjlSj9:20150311221358
You will get what you pay for, IME. But yeah, they should be cheaper than graingers price...
I bought mine online a long time ago; it was expensive, it got here, and it's an old trusted friend. Sorry, don't remember the details, too many years.
I got this one on the A-zon:
http://www.amazon.com/Truper-33033-Forest-Service-48-Inch/dp/B0052X8UV6
So far its been fine...that said, I haven't used it too much. Definitely seems like it could kill a zombie though, which is my main criteria when considering trail tools.
http://www.amazon.com/Truper-33033-Forest-Service-48-Inch/dp/B0052X8UV6
So far its been fine...that said, I haven't used it too much. Definitely seems like it could kill a zombie though, which is my main criteria when considering trail tools.
I've broken the 4 pin standard ones before. I don't see that one lasting that long.
This.
They've got the corona ones for like 54 bucks which is crazy good.
I finally broke my 14 year old a few days ago so I've been looking too.
See above. Buy a real one. There's all kinds of cheap crap out there for under 50 bucks. Seriously........they're a reason most of the good ones are more expensive.
I know it's not what you asked for, but fwiw I only use this tool now.
http://www.roguehoe.com/firefighters/70HR.html
http://www.roguehoe.com/firefighters/70HR.html
^Own both. The rogues are rad for digging up roots and burly bush stuff but once you're into some dirt, the width of the mcleods can't be beat. I wish rogue made a much wider one with a longer handle. I love the thick steel on those things. I just don't love dulling them out from trenching rocky dirt.
edit: oh wait, that's a new one isn't it? I think mine only has 4 prongs. How wide is that 5 poker? That actually looks like exactly what I was talking about.
edit: oh wait, that's a new one isn't it? I think mine only has 4 prongs. How wide is that 5 poker? That actually looks like exactly what I was talking about.
Yes, I have the smaller one too. Might get the wider one this spring. We are always in roots and rocks here so I have to resharpen almost every time I go out.
I'd still use the little one I have for bushy and rooty stuff but a McLeod with a thick steel head like that would be rad. I wouldn't even mind dulling that one up. I just want a McLeod with thicker tongs that don't bend.
That's for the heads up!
That's for the heads up!
chief supply...I think you may be able to pick up in charlotte if you're close by.
http://www.chiefsupply.com
http://www.chiefsupply.com
Jozz, what handle length do you use with the Rogue hoe?
Try these guys.
http://www.forestry-suppliers.com/
http://www.forestry-suppliers.com/
I use the 54 inches. Perfect in almost all conditions except steep grade bench cut. Then I use a regular 70H, 40 inches
I like the rogue stuff especially the 5 prong hoe/rake tool. I like the long straight handle for the rake/hoe but they have some nice hoes with curved hickory handles. They are boss for swinging in bench cuts. The Nupula mcleods are pretty good tools. Light weight but after a while the rubber bushing between head and handle loosens up a bit. We recently bought a pile of various rogue implements. They're badass but can dull quickly. If the tool will be used alot it pays to buy quality.
x2 on the fire store
plate steel + plasma cutter + weld on some tubing. drill a hole to cotter in the handle. done.
ask them if they'll give you an AARP discount
Not too far away, could be a possibility.
Noted
No welder or plasma cutter. But I could whip up a kick ass tiny gold McLeod.
Wait until Ice choppers go on sale at Ace Hardware. Heat up the blade with a torch and bend it in a vice. Take the handle off first. Be careful as you heated it up with a torch. Metal gets hot and glowy when you heat it up with a torch. Glowy metal burns are the worst. Be careful. Go to the feed store and buy a rake like the ones they use to clean the feed troughs with. They are very sturdy. I have chopped rats with them. Slices right through the little bastards.
We don't get enough ice for those down here.
You're about 25 years late on the torch safety class jd. But thanks anyway, already burned myself more times than I can count. The smell is the worst though, like burnt steak.
I have one with a rogue hoe/pick head. It's so awesome for working on spots that are deep in the trails. It's not a solid handled tool and feels that way. It won't replace the other tools we use but for its purpose, so worth every penny.
I need some hinges and other assorted hardware for the tree house. If I see a chopper I'll buy you one. I'll send it to you without the handle as I need a new one. Just buy the handle and you're good to go. I recommend you buy a Craftsmen handle as if it breaks they will replace it for free. Ace now sells craftsmen stuff.
I have to say that after hustling my ass off cutting fire line with both the Pulaski and McLeod, carry a freaking file. nothing sucks worse than a dull tool. Use blue painters tape to mask the blade in transport so you don't cut the crap out of yourself. The first few whacks into the dirt will make short work of the tape. Did I mention that cutting fire line sucks big time, especially on hard dry dirt.
Currently out of stock.
I definitely like the concept of tools that can be carried in a pack. I take this along after storms:
And then you have a shitty garden hoe you could have bought for 20 bucks.
What am I missing here? I have a garage with several ice chippers and the thought of spending 60 bucks on a real mcleod still sounds like a good one.