Manually Rotating the Log

What happens here

After the initial cut, the large, heavy black walnut log is manually rotated 90 degrees on the sawmill bed. This requires coordinated effort and strength from the three men, pushing and pulling the log into a new position. This step is crucial for orienting the log to maximize the width of the subsequent slabs, especially for pieces intended for countertops.

Goal: Reposition the log for the next cut to maximize slab width.