STL325: From Logs to Lumber [Video]

Chuck:

Lets say someone says “I have this oak log I can mill up for you into boards”. You don’t have any plans for what to do with the material other than build something when it air dries in a year or two. How thick would you ask for the boards to be milled? (Based on a true story)

And I should mention, I can re-saw the boards and do the jointing/planing once they’re dried.

What are the important ‘avoid doing this or do this when air drying’ tips these guys have to offer?

Amanda:

Favorite species to mill and or dry and why.

What were either of your first bandsaw mills (portable or not) and what size do you recommend as a good starting point? Any other big costs that need to be factored in?

Logan- do you exclusively air dry your material or …