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Logging Slide Presentation   59 of 82  Back    Next    Index    The Bottom or Undercut The undercut is the second of two cuts that result in a V-shaped notch. The notch is made on the side of the tree facing the direction that you want it to fall. The Correct Cut 1. Starting Point Very Important -- begin at the level that will create at least a 70-degree notch opening. 2. Angle of Attack Important -- cut upward at a 20-degree angle. 3. Ending Point Very Important -- stop when the cut reaches the end point of the face cut.

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