Idaho daredevil dad balanced a running chainsaw on his chin to break world record: ‘Disbelief and genuine concern’
David Rush, an Idaho dad, set a world record by balancing a running chainsaw on his chin for 4 minutes and 0.99 seconds. The record was confirmed by Guinness World Records this year, although he accomplished the feat last May. Rush expressed pride in his achievement but stated he has no desire to attempt it again, emphasizing the importance of balancing determination with safety.
- ▪David Rush balanced a running chainsaw on his chin to break a world record.
- ▪He set the record for the longest duration at 4 minutes and 0.99 seconds.
- ▪Rush holds the most concurrent Guinness World Records titles, with over 350.
- ▪To qualify for the record, the chainsaw had to cut wood before the attempt and remain engaged for the entire duration.
- ▪He had a safety crew ready to unplug the saw if it fell.
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US News Idaho daredevil dad balanced a running chainsaw on his chin to break world record: ‘Disbelief and genuine concern’ By Angela Barbuti Published May 30, 2026, 3:09 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Chin and bear it. A daredevil dad balanced a running chainsaw on his chin to break a world record. David Rush of Idaho set the record for the longest duration balancing a running chainsaw on the chin at 4 minutes 0.99 seconds. The technology project manager, who is his son’s assistant soccer coach, accomplished the frightening feat at the team’s last practice of the season.
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