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Product Reviews:
High Limb Chain Saw For Professional Landscapers 48" Chain #CS-48 |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Does the Job
Comments: I purchased so I could trim a large (10" diam) dead branch about 35 feet up. It worked like a charm after getting used to it. The branch was large (supplied firewood for 8 full days). I then used on small branches - works best on 4"-10" - you can cut 2-3"ones however the small bend radius makes it harder - especially if using solo.
It took me about 10-12 throws to get the hang of throwing the bag, then a few trys to figure out how to get the chain to allign (tip: the weight only works if you fully slide the chain off the tree and only have rope contacting the limb, then slowly pull chain back onto limb and it is oriented correctly.)
I used it solo, and that is likely harder than using it with2people. There is still some risk using this tool, however far less than working up high on a limb (unless you are a pro and have the gear/skills/safety ropes.)
Like other reviews say, the bag clip is cheap & inadequate and should be replaced with a key ring or other stronger clip (producers of this product take note - it is simple to fix this little part!!)
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Rating: 2 (out of 5)
Summary: Doesn't quite cut it (so to speak)
Comments: Not a "pro" tool. For light-duty, occasional use only. You WILL need other tools as well.
I got in over my head (so to speak). Tried it on a locust tree's dead branch (hard wood). As others have reported, the chain stuck on 1st try. Ended up also purchaseing a Remington pole chainsaw pruner. The pole chainsaw has its own set of issues (cheaply made, chain falls off, etc) however it's much quicker and more effective than this item (when it works).
What DOESN'T work: ething is light duty. Pulling on the hand straps quickly ruined the "D"-shaped links. I switched these for some heavy links - then was worried that the attachment to the chain would break (it somehow held up). "Bean bag" weight is pitiful however it works (sort of). Quick-disconnect attachments are light duty and quickly bend out of shape and are rendered useless.
Might be OK if you have a softwood branch or two. do not expect too much. Have a backup plan. Wife was willing to bring in a tree pro rather than listen to me whining. Again, might be OK for occasional use...great luck |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Rope Saw
Comments: This rop saw was great!! There is more than enough line to thru the saw up to the limbs. Me and my 80 yr old mother took down2huge limbs that would have cost us hundreds to have done for us!! This is awonderful tool!! |
Rating: 4 (out of 5)
Summary: Hints on the use of this saw
Comments: Tips on use:
- If the supplied ropes are not long enough, you can add additional rope to extend the reach. (You will need to know your knots to tie polypropylene rope together.)
- This saw will NOT successfully cut a 6 inch live oak limb without binding.
- This saw WILL cut dead oak limbs that size.
- The directions mention the use of 'hand straps' however they are not supplied. Wrapping the rope around your hands (even with gloves) is not fun. I maked an eye splice at the end of the extended ropes. You might want to see what you can rig up to get a comfortable grip on the rope where you need it.
- I found that using a fishing pole with a practice weight (yellow rubber coating, which makes it easy to see) works well to get a line over the limb. Then use the fishing reel to pull the saw line over the limb and get started.
- If it is cutting well, you will see the saw cutting into the sides of the limb from below.
- Plan your trimming to use lighting to your advantage. (Keep the sun to your back so you can see what you are doing.)
- To cut a 6 inch dead limb on an oak tree, takes about 400 strokes.
This saw fills a specific need. There a lot of easier ways to cut a limb, if you can reach it. |
Rating: 4 (out of 5)
Summary: For the right application -Great saw and kinda fun
Comments: This may have been the best $40 or so dollars I ever spent. Not the greatest cutting saw, however for out of reach branches, it is a godsend. (I do not like the Kids playing under dead branches) I have many dead branches from 20 - 60 feet up, and i was able to take them all down with this saw. I added rope to extend my reach on either end, and took down some crazy high branches. Keep you stroke smooth and even,and be patient. For the higher up branches, get a partner, adn stand about 15 feet apart, as the line get tangled (singlehanded) at about 40 feet or so. Some of the cuts are not perfect, however i estimate I saved about $700 over a tree service.
I actually used a slingshotm 1 oz fishing weight to get to the highest branches (told you it was fun). Pull a heavy test line over(wear gloves) then pull a medium line, then pull the saw lines.
My neighbors laughed, then askd to borrwo it when they saw the pile of branches I stacked.
One word of warning, If you are not smooth and measured, you can jam the blade, and lose the saw forever.
If you are cutting alone, tie loops in the rope, however DO NOT WRAP YOUR HANDS. when that branch comes down, you need to be out of the way (See neighbors laughing comment).
Get the longest blade you can, as you want to get maximum cut per stroke.
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