Chainsaws

Deeper Cuts in Concrete
The Stihl GS 461 Rock Boss chainsaw provides the ability to make deep plunge cuts in concrete.
DeWalt Recalls 18-in. Corded Chainsaws
The chainsaw can potentially continue to run despite the switch being in the off position.
3 Cordless 16-in. Chainsaws Reviewed
We tested 16-in. cordless chainsaws from DeWalt, Makita, and Milwaukee, and the best choice depends on whether light weight or total runtime is more important to you.
Which Cordless Chainsaw Should You Buy?
Three different brands of battery-powered saws are put to the test.
Notching Deck Posts With a Chainsaw
Use this quick tip to make long, deep cuts in your posts without the fuss of using multiple saws.
Timber-Frame Joinery
Learn a traditional timber-frame technique for cutting a double-bladed scarf joint.
Precision Chainsaw Cutting
Our crew landed a framing job on a big house in Sun Valley, Idaho. Among the challenges were the 1,000 or so notches in the timber-framed roof. Each 3x10 rafter…
Using Chainsaws on the Job Site
These cordless tools will help you cut your way out of tight spots and through thick timber.
Chainsaws Come Out of the Woods
A log builder tells about chainsaw safety, maintenance, and how he uses chainsaws to work logs and timbers.
A Mill for the Chainsaw
With this easily made accessory, you can mill your own boards and beams

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