Hardhead
Hardhead Felling Wedge
Plastic felling and bucking wedge that is safe to hit with an axe and safe near a chain.
Typical $15
Felling Wedges and Wedge Kits
Felling wedges keep the kerf open so the bar does not pinch, and they help drive a tree in the direction you planned. Plastic wedges are safe to hit with a saw chain by accident, unlike steel.
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Weaver
Logging Belt Kit
Belt and pouches that keep wedges, tape and saw tools within reach.
Typical $79
K&H Distributing
K&H Red Head Felling Wedge
A tough plastic felling wedge that every sawyer should carry in the back pocket.
Typical $12
Gap Arborist Supply
Hi-Viz Hardbody Felling Wedge
Bright, hard plastic wedge for lifting trees and freeing pinched bars.
Typical $15
Gap Arborist Supply
Heavy Duty Multi-Tool Holster
A belt holster that keeps wedges and small tools within reach on the ground.
Typical $29
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Buying guide
Using felling wedges
Carry at least two or three wedges in different sizes so you can stack them for more lift. Set them in the back cut as soon as there is room, and drive them with an axe or wedge hammer, never the saw. A belt kit keeps wedges and a tape on your hip so they are there when you need them.
Wedges are not a substitute for a proper notch, hinge and a planned escape route. On leaning or heavy trees, get training and use rigging or mechanical help as needed.
Choosing wedge sizes
Small wedges start in a thin back cut, and larger, taller wedges give more lift once they are set. Stacking two wedges adds lift when a tree needs a push. Ribbed or textured faces help wedges stay put instead of popping out when struck.
A logging belt with a wedge pouch keeps wedges, a tape and a small axe where you can reach them while you keep a hand on the saw. Replace wedges that are cracked or badly mushroomed at the head, because they can split or fly when driven. Keep a few spares on the truck, since wedges tend to get lost in brush piles and sent through chippers.
Common questions
Why use plastic felling wedges instead of steel?
A chain that touches a plastic wedge gets dulled; a chain that hits steel can be damaged and kick. Plastic or composite wedges are standard for saw work.