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My logger buddy said he started using Husky chain from the dealer because it is harder and lasts longer than the Oregon chain he was using. Does anyone know if this could be Husky manufactured chain?
That could be exciting. RussThere are signs that they may establishing their own chain factory - but so far I believe all Husky chain still is rebranded Oregon?
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cant imagine they are up and running yet on their own manufacturing plant
It still is rebranded Oregon, as far as I know. Allegedly the Husky chain factory is scheduled to be operational from 2015 - we will see.....I don't know if this Husky branded chain is any different than Oregon but logger buddy sure does like it. This morning he said he cut five semi loads this week without sharpening.
Just a thought, maybe the signs that Oregon production is moving to the third world (China and Brazil) is a factor in Huskys decision to establish their own chain factory?
BRIC ( Brazil,Russia,India,China) are far from 3rd world countries, China currently is the most populous car market in the world. They love Buick, Cadillacs, and German car like we like our German saws. Hopefully we can get some long wheelbase vehicles here in the us.
Most off China is true third world. Only the major cities have risen above that.
Husqvarna has purchased several American made presses from Minster Machine. They intend to manufacture their own chain.There are signs that they may be establishing their own chain factory - but so far I believe all Husky chain still is rebranded Oregon?
That hardly will happen, unless the stronger 50cc saws come with the .325NK stuff.It will be interesting when it happens, but I don't see anything groundbreaking coming from it. Chain is chain. We're at the point where if it's any sharper, it's softer. If it's any harder, it's duller. Overall cutter design is what it is. I just care that's it's at least as good as what comes on the saws now. Definitely don't want to have to replace any stock chains on a saw.
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