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Tips for selecting a suitable chainsaw
Try to find a good combination of size and power. Power matters most if you’ll be cutting hardwood (oak, maple, etc.) rather than softwood (pine, fir, etc.). Remember that with power comes weight. A large saw can get pretty heavy … Continue reading
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Chainsaw Safety Guide
Chainsaw safety – Kickback Safety Precautions !Warning! Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. It is probably the largest … Continue reading
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