Best length Peavey?

[Doug]

I currently work with a cant hook thats some where around 40″ in length and am looking to pick up a peavey, my question is what length would be best for general purpose log work? Just looking for opinions as I guess there are many variables to consider. Thanks.

Doug

[Scott G]

Doug,
I have two 4 footers that suit me very well for all-around woods work. I know some folks on here prefer longer ones though.

[Does’ Leap]

Doug:

I have used a 48″ peavey for a few years and purchased a 36″ peavey this year. My thought was that I would use the bigger peavey on large logs and the smaller on firewood. However, I use the 3 footer exclusively. I have found that rolling logs is much more about technique than leverage and force. Generally speaking, if I can’t roll it with the 3 footer I won’t be able to with the 4 foot peavey. The 3 foot peavey is much easier to handle.

George

[menageriehill]

is it not ironic that I posted recently that I was lookingfor a cant hook or a peavey? A catalog that I look at alot is Lehmans non electric Catalog. Lehmans .com their hooks are between $109. and $119. the handles are 54″ and they are saying that they are long. As I said in my post I was wanting to pick one up cheaper than that if I could find one used. Keep me in mind please if you do. Thanks.

[Doug]

Thanks for the input guys, I’m going to order one from Peavey Manufacturing in Maine tomorrow. Mhill if I see any at the yard sales or auctions I’ll let you know.

Doug.

[jac]

just been on the Peavey Manufacturing web page an they list a 48″ standard peavey for $73.19… I noticed a 36″ mill favourite for $57.83… any thoughts on this version ?? we cant get peavys over here and only have the husky/sthill/oregon felling bar … John

[Ethan Tapper]

A true American creation, I guess. It was invented by Joseph Peavey of Bangor, ME. He didn’t patent it (story goes he got drunk on the way to the patent office and a friend took it and went without him while he was sleeping), but it got his name and his family always made them.

You should try one out, John. They’re handy.

[jac]

Thanks Ethan… I emailed them to see how much to mail one over here…. tho the powers that be will probly list it as a weapon an confiscate it 😀
John

[Does’ Leap]

John:

I would definitely spring for an actual peavey rather than the “mill favorite”. The peavey has a pick, essential for prying and levering logs, while “mill favorite” does not.

George

[jac]

Ah thanks George , I went back on an looked closer at the pics.. see it now .. Cheers … John

[menageriehill]

it seems to me that the wood in the handle effects the cost.

[Robert MoonShadow]

Try Northern Tool – search for ‘peavey’ – it shows wooden handle one for $40, and an aluminum (!?!) for $70 – same with the cants…

[Doug]

If you decide to buy one from Northern Tool check the reviews first. It may save you some money in the long run.

Doug

[Author]

Posts