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Chain Saws and Attachments

Chain Saws
     Makita Electric 5012B-carver
     Husqvarna 334 T
                     336
                     338 XPT
                     346 XP
                     357 XP
                     353
                     359
Saw Chain
     Ripping chain
     Cutterless
     Standard
     1/4 pitch

Click here to determine pitch and gauge of sawchain!

Contact us for pricing on the many other Husqvarna and Makita Chain Saws we carry as well as other sizes of Granberg  "Alaska" chain saw Mills.

Telephone: (800) 827-1688 (International 503-843-3608)
Email: Log Home Store

Chain Saws

Gas powered chainsaws often need to be retuned for your local conditions and use. We'll use the example of the popular Husqvarna 338xpt to give you an idea of what this means. 
The Husqvarna 338xpt is preset, (tuned), at the factory in Sweden to run at 13,000-13,500 rpm. At sea level this can be increased to 14,500. However, chainsaw carvers and log builders who are not running the saw under load, (e.g. the saw is not in the wood, rather the tip is simply brushing the wood), should tune their saw to 12,000-12,500 rpm. Of course, this also varies depending on land elevation, humidity, and even whether the fuel you're using has a 10% ethanol mixture. (Often the case in the winter months. There's usually a sticker on the gas pumps advising you of this. Terrible for saws).
To simplify this a bit, you can detune by making the fuel mixture richer, which makes the rpms (revolutions per minute), drop. 

Want to know more about Chainsaw safety? Click HERE!

When you want to work inside, (stay out of the weather or keeping the neighbors happy), then an electric chain saw is the way to go.
Makita's 5012B runs at a blistering 5500 feet per minute, (fpm). Comes standard with a 3/8" .050 sprocket, bar and chain (Safety style). It's the chain speed that makes this a favorite of those needing an electric saw. 

(Check out the Chain Saw Carving Packages for this package equipped with a 12" dime tip carving bar, 1/4 pitch sprocket and chain.)

Husqvarna

Husqvarna is considered among the best Chain Saws in the World. Used by loggers, ranchers, farmers, log builders, chainsaw carvers throughout the world. Dependable, easy to maintain, good vibration damping, (easy on the hands compared to some saws).

Click HERE for additional general information on Husqvarna Chain Saws.

Note: If you're new to Chainsaws, you owe it to yourself, your loved ones, and us to consider purchasing your new saw in person. If you can't make it to our warehouse, we suggest you look to purchasing your saw locally so you can get some professional safety and operating advice in person, or at the least, have a friend or relative who is experienced in chainsaw use who is willing to get you safely started.
If you're experienced in the use of Chain Saws, then this is the place for you. 

This is the "little" brother to the discontinued 335xpt that has been so popular.
Built to the demanding requirements of the professional arborist, this saw is perfectly balanced, with a snag-free design to make it the ideal saw for the tree care professional. Log Home builders and Chain saw carvers have found the saw to be equally as applicable to their uses. Rear grip is textured for a stronger grip and features a built-in rope ring, a thumb grip, and a little extra support in the throttle for your trigger finger.
Comes with "Smart Start" for easier starting.

Comes standard with a 14", 3/8lp  .050 sprocket, bar and chain. 

Additional information on this saw click here!

Check out the Chain Saw Carving Packages for this package equipped with a 12" dime tip carving bar, 1/4 pitch sprocket and chain. 

$339.95

Please call toll free 1-800-827-1688 for sales of Husqvarna Chainsaws.

This saw uses the same engine technology as the 334T with a rear handle design.
Built to the demanding requirements of the professional arborist, this saw is perfectly balanced, with a snag-free design to make it the ideal saw for the tree care professional. Log Home builders and Chain saw carvers have found the saw to be equally as applicable to their uses. 
Comes with "Smart Start" for easier starting.

Comes standard with a 14", 3/8lp  .050 sprocket, bar and chain. 

Additional information on this saw click here!

Check out the Chain Saw Carving Packages for this package equipped with a 12" dime tip carving bar, 1/4 pitch sprocket and chain. 

$389.95

Please call toll free 1-800-827-1688 for sales of Husqvarna Chainsaws.

This is the big brother to the discontinued 335xpt that has been so popular.
Built to the demanding requirements of the professional arborist, this saw is perfectly balanced, with a snag-free design to make it the ideal saw for the tree care professional. Log Home builders and Chain saw carvers have found the saw to be equally as applicable to their uses. Rear grip is textured for a stronger grip and features a built-in rope ring, a thumb grip, and a little extra support in the throttle for your trigger finger.
Comes with "Smart Start" for easier starting.

Comes standard with a 3/8lp .050 sprocket, bar and chain. 

Additional information on this saw click here!

Check out the Chain Saw Carving Packages for this package equipped with a 12" dime tip carving bar, 1/4 pitch sprocket and chain. 

$459.95

Please call toll free 1-800-827-1688 for sales of Husqvarna Chainsaws.

Additional information on this saw.

The 346XPG has optional heated handles available.

with 16" bar $459.95
with 18" bar $464.95
with 20" bar $474.95

Optional 2nd chain is $1.00 per bar inch.
(e.g. 16" bar =$16.00)

The 357XPG has heated handles. Order heated handles as a separate item.

with 16" bar $629.95
with 18" bar $634.95
with 20" bar $639.95

Optional 2nd chain is $1.00 per bar inch.
(e.g. 16" bar =$16.00)

Please call toll free 1-800-827-1688 for sales of Husqvarna Chainsaws.

with 16" bar $384.95
with 18" bar $389.95
with 20" bar $399.95

Optional 2nd chain is $1.00 per bar inch.
(e.g. 16" bar =$16.00)

Please call toll free 1-800-827-1688 for sales of Husqvarna Chainsaws.

with 16" bar $474.95
with 18" bar $479.95
with 20" bar $489.95

Optional 2nd chain is $1.00 per bar inch.
(e.g. 16" bar =$16.00)

Please call toll free 1-800-827-1688 for sales of Husqvarna Chainsaws.

Saw Chain

Saw chain can be frustrating to order. After all, you want to get to "workin", not have to stop and figure out stuff like pitch, gauge, # of drivers and all the other particulars that go into putting together the best package for your needs. We're trying to make this section a bit less painful, so settle down and get to reading. For those of you new to the subject you might just learn a thing or two. For those in the know, you just might catch a mistake or three. (and I'm sure will be more than happy to let me know about it). . . :)

When ordering saw chain you will need to know the pitch and gauge of your saw chain. This is normally specified by stating the pitch first, then the gauge, (e.g. 3/8-pitch 050-gauge is shown as 3/8 050).
It also helps if you know the number of cutters or drivers as different brands/models of saw can have the same "call size" to the  bar yet use a different length chain. (drivers are the part of the chain the passes around the saw sprocket, thus "driving" the chain. It also travels in the groove in the bar and keeps the chain from falling off the bar.....ah usually). Another way to think of the drivers is this...hold up a loop of chain, it looks a bit like a sharks tooth necklace doesn't it? Only the sharks' teeth are on the inside of the necklace (e.g. loop) and we call them drivers or drive links.

Note: Currently, we only carry chain in the 050 gauge. This is the most common for small and medium sized saws which are used in log building and Chain Saw carving. Be careful with some of the smaller saws. They may (rarely) come with .043 gauge which isn't quite wide enough of a groove for the 050 gauge chain to travel in.

Click here to determine the pitch and gauge of your saw chain.
For 1/4 pitch chain used in Chain Saw carving try here!

Note: All saw chain is inherently dangerous to operator and bystanders. "Kickback" has been known to throw a saw 20' over and behind the saw operator. (if the operator was lucky enough not to catch the recoiling saw full on). Many of the chains we carry for carving are purposely provided without the safety guard link that is common on consumer chain. This allows for a more aggressive cut and is generally preferred by log builders, chainsaw carvers, and others using a saw for other than consumer purposes. 

Saw Chain

16" bar $32.00
18" bar $36.00
20" bar $40.00
24" bar $48.00
28" bar $56.00
32" bar $64.00
36" bar $72.00
40" bar $80.00
44" bar $88.00
48" bar $96.00

Note: Click HERE to determine pitch and/or # of drive links

We do carry some ripping chain in .058 and .063 gauge. Call us at 1-800-827-1688 to see if we have what you're looking for.

Schematic of Granberg style of ripping chain.

16" chain $24.00
18" chain $27.00 (used with 16" bars)
20" chain $30.00
24" chain $36.00

To determine how many drive links this will be...do the following. Take the chain off the bar you're intending to use the cutterless chain on and count the number of drive links. To this add 6 drive links to account for the fact you need a chain 2" longer than normal to accomodate the Log Wizard or Log Master.

Note: Click HERE to determine pitch and/or # of drive links

18" length for 16" bar $27.00

 8"  $ 8.00
10" $10.00
12" $12.00
14" $14.00
16" $16.00
and so on and so forth.

Chain is available in a Safety guard (double raker) and the Original (single raker).
Rakers are the item directly in front of the cutting edge of the tooth and they control the amount of cut a tooth can take. A safety raker (also called double bumper in some areas) reduces the chance of kickback compared to the Original style (sometimes called Pro style as it's a bit faster cutting).

Note: A bar is actually longer than it's stated size...the stated length is roughly the cutting area of the bar (from saw to tip of bar), not including the part of the bar that's hidden behind the clutch cover plate.

Picture of 325 pitch chain without guard links.

Debarking, Planing, Carving - Sculpting Tools

A Safety warning is in order here. The following tools, while performing their specific tasks quite remarkably, can be dangerous and unforgiving with just a slip of the hand, foot, or concentration. Here's a warning that comes along with the purchase of the Log Wizard. It's appropriate for any of these tools.
When using the Log Wizard, Log Master, or any other tool for that matter it is important to keep in mind the safety aspects of usage. 
To start, let's look at protective clothing:
Approved work boots with steel toes
Kevlar leg protectors
Long sleeved garment
Reinforced gloves
Hearing Protectors
Protective face shield
We address some of these items on our Safety Gear page. We'll add the others as time allows.

Attaches to most any chainsaw and is a handy tool for debarking, making log railings, and notching. Peeling, minor notching, and "sharpening" the end of a log are all possible with the log wizard. Band Saw Mill owners use one to "clean" the log prior to milling to keep their band saw blades sharp. One of our "top sellers" at the log home shows. Log Wizard comes with both 3/8" and .325 sprockets. 

Note: Cutterless chain is available at $1.50 per bar inch. Bar length for cutterless chain is calculated at stated length of bar + an additional 2" for the log wizard. (ex: a 16" bar will need a 18" chain x $1.50 = $27.00). We'll need to know whether you're using the 3/8" or the .325 sprocket. Check HERE for cutterless chain. 

See below for our combination 16" bar, drilled to accept either the Log Wizard or the Log Master,  and cutterless chain.

Click here to determine the pitch and gauge of your saw chain.

Note: People have asked about using the Log Wizard with an electric chainsaw. Reports we have show varying success (or lack thereof). Generally electrics are underpowered and will tend to skip, bite and wear out the saw when using with the Log Wizard. 
The manufacturer reports testing the largest electric then on the market (80's) and found it worked okay, however it led them to not recommend using an electric. 

Note: If you're not sure whether your saw is 3/8 or 3/8lp (picco), choose 3/8lp as it will fit on both a regular 3/8 sprocket and a 3/8lp sprocket. 

The Log Master bears a resemblance to the Log Wizard; however, it's uniqueness lies in it's capabilities. 
The Log Master is designed as a groover and gouger. 
Used to cut grooves for wiring or plumbing as well as hollowing out rails to be used as rain gutters. 
Wood carvers also enjoy the Log Master's ability to hollow out short log leftovers to create flower pots etc. that are used to decorate the yards and gardens around log homes. 

The Log Master is fitted with two 1 1/4" blades that are flat on one end to give a square corner finish and are curved on the other end to give a radius finish.

A steel chain guard is also included with the Log Master for added safety. 
Each Log Master has a gauge included for setting the blades after they have been changed from one function to the other. 
These blades can also be sharpened several times. 
Sharpening should be done by a qualified blade sharpener.

Click here to determine the pitch and gauge of your saw chain.

Milling and Attachments

Beam Machine
Mini Mill
Alaskan Mill
Slabbing Rails
Ripping Chain
Helper Handles

For Ripping Chain go HERE!

This tool is also used for more precise cutting of door and window openings than can generally be achieved by free hand. 
Does not have the swivel clamp to allow for plunge cuts as with the Beam Machine. (Many builders either use prior to reassembly of header log or pre-cut header log to allow for insertion of bar in preparation of the cut).  
Additional track may to ordered. Many builders will set up 6' of track on one guide board and 10' or so, on another board for cutting log ends and larger openings.

See below for Ripping Chain! (Remember ripping chain should not be used for cross cuts. There is an elevated chance of kickback).
Note: Check out the jig "KM" built to cut the logs for this cabin!

Mark III chain saw mills 

The ALASKAN MARK III  portable chain saw mill attachments allow the user to efficiently saw trees on site and produce dimensional lumber suitable for timber framing, standard building or woodworking projects.
The Alaskan MK III mill is a high quality woodworking tool for the builder, wood worker, and outdoor enthusiast. It easily mounts to your saw sizes from 24" to 36". Contact Us if you need wider sizes.

Note: You need to use ripping chain to achieve an efficient cut. Either Granberg's ripping chain, or one you customize yourself.

Click HERE to find additional information on saws and mill sizing.

24" $185.00
30" $195.00
36" $205.00

Slabbing Rails and Brackets 

Slabbing rails are the quick and accurate way to make your first cut. 
You can attach and level slabbing rails in minutes. Basic slabbing rail is 9' long with extensions available in 5' and 9'. 
You can also purchase just the brackets and attach to your own 2x4's. (you'll find it tough to find a couple of long, straight boards however). 
Set screws help level rails in both directions. 

Helper Handle

Helper handles are used both on Alaska type mills (allows a 2nd person to be guiding the mill and pushing it along) and for projects where some chainsaw "freehanding" is needed (such as cutting out a log archway that's already installed), and a second person is needed to "follow the line" on the other side of the log.

Portable Winches

Capstan Winch
Drum style Winch

Gas powered portable winches excel for long remote pulls. You're not tied to the vehicle battery. You can carry these units by hand, back pack, vehicle, boat, pack animal. You can pull loads long distances or continuously without overheating the motor or loss of pulling power. 

CAPSTANS VSWINCHES

The distance a winch can pull is limited by the length of cable that can be wound onto the spool. Pulling wire off the spool and leveling it before you start to pull is not an easy process. The user must use care to be sure the cable winds evenly on the spool. The cable can pull down into the spool of wire and get caught (backlash) and be very difficult to remove. Acapstan has none of these problems.

An engineering quirk of awinch is that the pulling power is less as the spool fills with cable. For example: A winch that will pull 4,000 pounds when the spool is empty (wrapping cable on a 3 core) will only pull 2,000 pounds when the drum is full (to a 6 diameter). The pulling power of a capstan is always the same.

Use this with low stretch polyester rope instead of wire cable..  A light pull on the rope will start the winch pulling. Continue taking in rope as the winch does the work. Stop pulling and the winch stops pulling. Capstan style allows for virtually unlimited length of rope as the rope doesn't coil onto the drum. The winch can be anchored away from the load or tethered to the load with the rope secured at destination. Excellent for hunting, four wheeling, pulling logs, loading a boat onto the trailer, or up a steep slope. Used by rescue personnel for it's light weight and dependability. 10 year warranty for the capstan unit. Comes with tethering cable. Line speed varies from 22 to 42 feet per minute depending on load and motor size.

Simpson Capstan Rope Winch is available in two models, either powered by a lightweight Honda gas engine or attaches to most chainsaws. It pulls up to 2,500 lbs (2000 lbs. with Honda motor). It's excellent for pulling big game animals, boats, and for winching stuck vehicles out of extreme locations.

You can pull loads long distances without overheating the motor or experiencing loss of pulling power. Rope is safer than cable if it breaks or snaps back.

The capstan type winch is unique, you're not limited to the length of cable that a drum will hold and the pulling power does not decrease as the drum fills as is the case with drum type winches. You can take up slack in the winch line or play out line, by hand, without running the winch.

Model CS attaches to your chain saw. Saw must be less than 3.5 cubic inch. Needs 3/8" pitch drive sprocket.  2500# capacity depending on size of Chain Saw.
Model SP comes with a 3 cubic inch motor. Can easily mount to a rigid pack frame. Capacity of 2000#. 

Specifications and additional information HERE!

Traditional Cable drum style chain saw powered winch. Attaches to most gas and electric models. 
Use for log building, skidding logs, freeing stuck equipment. 
60' - 80' per minute line speed. 
Greater capacity than Simpson winch. Up to 4000lbs with larger saws. Weighs 35lbs with cable.
Very popular in remote locations. 
This is a extremely rugged, well made unit. 1 year manufacturers warranty on material and workmanship.
Model 400MK2 comes with a single drum and 150' of 3/16" cable. (4,200 lbs.)
Also available with 250' of 1/8" cable. (2,000 lbs.)

Note: There is some disagreement on whether the size of the saw has any bearing on the pulling power of the winch. Years ago, Mr. Lewis ran a side by side test with a smaller electric saw and a mid size gas saw and found the pulling power/speed was virtually the same. So take the info as offered. Some will still insist on using the big 5 cu. in. saws and wearing themselves out packing it around. Manufacturer suggests a chainsaw in the 50cc to 90cc range with 70cc most popular.
Chainsaw is not included in the price.

Click HERE for additional information and recent improvements made by the new manufacturer.

Try HERE for the Lewis Winch manual and operating diagrams