Ah I see. I didn't ask 'em about it....but it is a brand new bar & chain.Check and see the type of chain you have. It being a modern saw it will probably be fitted with a low profile chain. These are (supposedly) less prone to kickback, but have to work harder than a chisel tip chain. The chisel tips cut way faster, but you will need to sharpen more often.
Beast!This is what I was taught on when I was about 16 or so. Dad's 1960s era Sthil. Freaking monster of a thing, zero safety features. Loud, hard and scary.
Damn good fun though!
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As long as you are decent at sharpening, and don’t hit anything metal or run the chain through the dirt they last a long time. I cut around 4-5 tonnes of firewood a year, all hardwood and I get at least a couple of years out of a chain. It’s a good idea to have 2 chains and use one for dirty work (e.g. chopping up wood on the ground where you’ll likely hit dirt). Also if you are doing a big session on the saw switch chains every tank of fuel. They get hot in use and will dull faster as a consequenceAh I see. I didn't ask 'em about it....but it is a brand new bar & chain.
I bought a fancy "idiot proof' sharpening file jig jobbie.
How long does a chain usually last for a non-professional wannabe-rancher like me?
Sorry Moorey...? Sorry Haakon you mean - this is way cooler than a clunky British bike ;-)Beast!
Is like an Orange mountain bike.
(oh shit.... sorry Moorey)
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I’m not sure a hipster townie like you should be using a chaino. Stick to the lumberjack look in appearance only.Sorry Moorey...? Sorry Haakon you mean - this is way cooler than a clunky British bike ;-)
Karma is alive and well Moorey.I’m not sure a hipster townie like you should be using a chaino. Stick to the lumberjack look in appearance only.
There he is! I was starting to feel neglected...I’m not sure a hipster townie like you should be using a chaino. Stick to the lumberjack look in appearance only.
Couple of good strokes of the file, and she’ll be right, mate.Karma is alive and well Moorey.
5 minutes after I posted a smartass comment about your beloved choice of bike I ran the saw thru some unseen mud and rocks that were embedded in an old stump and completely buggered the edge on the chain!
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Get the chop proof chaps or trousers, good gloves and eye and ear protection. Practice using the chain brake and always cut when you have firm footing and are balanced, keep your head back. If you drop start it I will get @Minlak to come down and sit on you. Dont be afraid of the saw but respect it. Keep observers away and dont lend it to my mate. Otherwise as you were. @moorey is spot on with the chain advice......
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This is even more funny as I have a scar on my forearm that took 32 stitches after putting a chainsaw into it...... lolGet the chop proof chaps or trousers, good gloves and eye and ear protection. Practice using the chain brake and always cut when you have firm footing and are balanced, keep your head back. If you drop start it I will get @Minlak to come down and sit on you. Dont be afraid of the saw but respect it. Keep observers away and dont lend it to my mate. Otherwise as you were. @moorey is spot on with the chain advice.
Yeah me too. I’ve had various groovy devices, but am back to a few strokes of the file every tank of fuel.Couple of good strokes of the file, and she’ll be right, mate.
I’ve tried various sharpeners, electric and manual, and stihl (see what I did there) prefer one of these. Much quicker that removing the chain to sharpen, or swapping chains like mates do (keeping 6+ on hand. Cuss that)
One stroke every tank of fuel...takes 2 minutes total. Chains last longer than mates who remove a lot of material each using the grinder type, and I think it gives a better edge.
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Am I mistaken? I thought the majority of expert advice was suggesting a SthilWell here she is!
Just bought this from the local Husqi dealer.
Really appreciate all the excellent advice given guys - as always RB forums punch well above their weight.
#metoo. Manual file is the way forwardYeah me too. I’ve had various groovy devices, but am back to a few strokes of the file every tank of fuel.
Noice.Couple of good strokes of the file, and she’ll be right, mate.
I’ve tried various sharpeners, electric and manual, and stihl (see what I did there) prefer one of these. Much quicker that removing the chain to sharpen, or swapping chains like mates do (keeping 6+ on hand. Cuss that)
One stroke every tank of fuel...takes 2 minutes total. Chains last longer than mates who remove a lot of material each using the grinder type, and I think it gives a better edge.
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Yeah no doubt they were....but I kinda grouped Stihl & Husqi into the same choice in my mind. It seems they are both excellent & both have their fans. I quickly came to the conclusion it was Stihl / Husqi.....or.....the rest.Am I mistaken? I thought the majority of expert advice was suggesting a Sthill
as the go to....