This thread by TK got me wanting to try .404
http://www.arboristsite.com/chainsaw/189188.htm
Many will say it does not make since and at this point I can’t disagree. But I’ve noted MCW (Matt) is a fan of .404 due to its good wear characteristics and he cuts lots of wood and knows his chains. May be a good set-up for the dirty wood I’ve been cutting. Less time filing, more time cutting.
First, I sourced some .058 gauge .404 semi-chisel Carlton chain. Then just added a .404 Oregon style tip to an 18” .058 bar using a .404-7 rim. I like to run short bars and the short length may help off-set the heavier chain.
http://www.arboristsite.com/chainsaw/189188.htm
Many will say it does not make since and at this point I can’t disagree. But I’ve noted MCW (Matt) is a fan of .404 due to its good wear characteristics and he cuts lots of wood and knows his chains. May be a good set-up for the dirty wood I’ve been cutting. Less time filing, more time cutting.
First, I sourced some .058 gauge .404 semi-chisel Carlton chain. Then just added a .404 Oregon style tip to an 18” .058 bar using a .404-7 rim. I like to run short bars and the short length may help off-set the heavier chain.
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