I've used all the chains mentioned in this video (except the super skip). The Granberg was a revelation, faster, easier, smoother cut. Wouldn't use anything else now. Also works well for halving a log for bowl blanks. I am not associated with Granberg.

Thanks for the explanation. Answered some questions i had 👍

Sweet, did not know about this chain.. thanks for the vids

Nice info! Didn't know about the swedish chain.

Nice video man. Always like your content and knowledge. :)

Another great video. Thanks for the info on all the chain types. How about a video about chain speed and smoothness of cuts after the sharpening tips video? Also showing milling from smaller chain saws would also be nice. Again keep up the great work.

Perhaps think of putting out a video on how to get a good quality used chainsaw. Where to look for them (tree service, etc...) & what stay away from or what to look for in a used chainsaw.

Very informative. Thanks.

One thing I noticed, the first chain was a full chisel and second one semi chisel. I have used both for milling. Yes the full chisel leaves a horrible finish. The semi chisel left a much smoother cut. Both were ground to the standard 30° angle. Thats just my thoughts.

I’m using the Granberg chain, too and I agree that it is the best option. Looking forward to your thoughts on sharpening.

Ty so much new to this. Grandberg says 4 to 5 weeks lead time

Seems to me that skip chain might be a good idea if you are running a longer bar than the manufacturer recommends on your saw. You can get the extra reach and maybe not stress the motor as much. Then again that granberg would probably be just as good of an option.

Not sure if my question is whole video worthy, but, here it goes. I live a few hours north of you and with the temps starting to cool off and winter coming, what is the solution for sealing log ends after "the freeze"?

I will have to say a couple things based on my limited experience - Crosscut chain can give a better finish than milling as the side plate angle is more acute and therefore will cut more cleanly - BUT! The more acute angle also means it is more likely to dive into the wood and leave big gouges when you stop or wiggle the bar - I had awesome results on some ash with a standard 30deg chain but I had to be super careful to cut smoothly! No wiggling, one smooth cut from start to finish! Being on a budget and only having a small (62cc) saw I've got myself a low profile .325 setup going on - Purely to put less stress on the saw, seems to be working so far!

The hyper skip is for extra long bars to facilitate chip removal.

I've had good luck with archer ripping chain. Ive milled 2 16' 28” diameter oak logs into 2 1/4" slabs haven't sharpened yet. $28 for 114dl 36” bar chain.

ive used grandburgs for awhile now. they do cut apx 4 seconds faster than a cross cut chain. and does make a better quality cut. that said. they are a huge pain in butt to sharpen. one for my saw says the scors have to be at a 30 degree and a 0 degree for the clearers. thats a lot of flip flopen for my bench sharpner!!! takes for evor to sharpen them!

OK, you are my new best friend. I've worked for a handful of sawyers and now came into 40+ logs of my own so hangin a shingle, so to speak. My logs are between 8 and 15' long by 20 to 24" diameter and I'm going to slab them for tables. My buy list is a Granberg 24" MKIV chainsaw mill w/all the extras (quick release clamps, roller brackets, winch system, spare parts, etc...) and I've been looking around for advice on chains -- God directed me to you. I'm pretty much set on the Echo CS-7310P chainsaw (73.5cc). My logs are mostly pine and oak with a handful poplar stragglers. I've been told ripping chains are the best for milling/slabbing for the cleaner cut but have not ordered as yet. Thanks for the promocode - I'll be using it for what will be a large order. So which chain do you recommend for me? Was going to order Granberg's 3/8" x .050 ripping chain 72 Drive links. Would this be correct for me? Hoping to hear from you and won't order until I get ur advice. Thank you --- subscribed and going to go back and watch all ur vids with a pen and notebook...

Hi have big pine to mill its my first tree ever to chain saw mill. 32 in bar 3/8 .063. Chainsaw 90 cc. Love your vdo on grandberg rip chain but cant wait 4 weeks to get one. Any tips when dealing with pine.

Even though I have 2 new Baily’s Ripping chains, I went ahead a bought the Granberg Mentioned above.. it’s alittle more exp than Bailys and longer shipping 🙃 but we will see how well it does ..

I’m still preparing for my first milling. I have 3 logs I’m planning to mill. I’ve always been bad at maintenance of small engines and I love the idea of a battery powered chainsaw. I heard a pretty good review of the 80 volt one from harbor freight. Do you have an opinion? What is really involved in good chainsaw maintenance? I’ve tried a few gas powered and a few electric ones and the electric ones are always easier to get started.

Make your own skip tooth chain!

Just starting into chainsaw milling. Need the details. What is the name on the box for the Grandberg chain?

Got a link for the sharpening video?

Jared hi like what you do and very informative keep it up. I do have a question what is the difference between a GB 42" and a Oregon 42" bar besides the price? I see that Granberg sell the GB and I am entertaining getting one but I am hesitant if a Oregon would do the same job.

I could take a full comp and cut 2 cutters back and 10 degree the other 2. I have a lot of chains I could grind up. Hmmm. Correction. I'm full in on an oragon ripping chain.

Anyone ever try a carbide crass cut chain for milling? Just wonder if it would stay sharp longer if one was going for the rough cut look.

What I am wondering is that if you have three times the power, why would you want only to use half the number of teeth on the chain ??? Thanks

What techniques can we use to get more efficient cuts that produce the long & stringy vs fine grain sawdust?

I heard you say you buy rolls of chain. How bout a how to on the make your own loops from bulk chain rolls? That would be of interest. (Haven't watched all your videos so you might've done that already)

I have found it depends on the size of wood you are milling. I have a 28" bar and find a standard full house full chisel chain works great for me and no extra cost. Wouldnt mind trying a 10 degree square grind chain.

My 880 dont care if its ripping or 325, proper sharpening is all that matters an how wide an long the slab is.

hi i use a echo 62cc 24 inches for my alaska mill what would be the granberg chain number identification if y want to buy some

Which specific Granberg chain are you referring to? The low pro ripping chain or the ripping chain?

You mentioned using the 30 degree full chisel for cookies (wife wants a bunch!) if you get a smoother cut with other chains why not use them for cookies? Less sanding is a big win in that department… thanks for the great vids!

The reason for less teeth is to help clear out the kerf. It's similar to using a ripping blade or crosscut blade on a table saw.

And I thought Grandberg ripper had worn out after just a few cuts... Hehh, heh. But Yeah I got my ripping chain from Grandberg and never thought about it til one day I looked closely! I had to go look at it online again to see what I had was how it was made intentionally! After realizing that, I went back and cut the rest of the new boards! I love it! The Grandberg chain is unique and it really kicks butt!

Has anyone experienced trouble trying to hand-file Granberg milling chain? My files seem to be dulling extremely fast on this chain only.

I mill residential and like the speed, I would rather sharpen twice as often to reduce the burden on my clients neighbors

newbie miller here. The Granburg site does not show 125DL for my 42" bar. Can i use 124DL?

What is the coupon code for grandberg ?