husky440e

the gap between each cutter is called the chip space so a semi skip chain will hold more chip between each cutter hence the advantage of using a semi skip chain on longer guide bars allowing more chippings to be stored prior to being deposited either out the end of the cut or out the rear of the saw. This produces less drag whilst cutting large diameter stems giving better efficency the chain speed is the same regardless of the type of chain the only difference is the reduction of drag. putting this type of chain on a small guide bar would give no real benifit as chippings are deposited quicker do to chain speed over diameter. hope that makes sense. dogs.

yup, makes sense to me

Why do you want or need an 18" bar on a 42cc saw???? use a smaller bar and have a far better balanced more powerful and safer saw.

i was simply asking a question about something i knew nothing about, i have only ever used regular chains, and wanted some knowledge about the skip tooth ones. sorry to bother you for wanting to know about something.

thank you to all that answered my question, i now have some idea about them.

ok thanks for the info, would there be any advantage to me having a skip tooth to go with my other chains for my saw being 42 cc and an 18 in bar?

whats the pro/cons of these types of chains???

hey guys, i know that a chainsaw leaks alittle chain oil afterbeing used, but i used mine the other day and ran out of gas, but i was done cutting at that time. so i got home the next day and i filled it up with gas and more chain oil, and the next day there was oil on the ground.

is this normal? my last chainsaw would leak like a quarter size mark on the floor and thats it, this one leaks even when it doesnt run.

i think both stihl or husky are great saws, i dont have a bias for one saw, allthough a few months ago i picked up a husky 440e. it is light only wieghs 9.5 lbs. power seems to be pretty good for 41 cc. i put an 18" bar on it but i do recomend a 16". i have only used it about 2-3 hrs so far and like i said i am happy with it. i have a ms290 for other jobs that need a bit more power, i just wanted a smaller saw for hunting and camping. i dont know if this type of saw is what your looking for but you might want to check it out, or check out the 445.

hope this helps

well back to the original, question, i am not for or against any type of brand, allthough i do suggest on getting a stihl or husky. i just picked up a husqvarna 440e, you might want to check out this saw. it is very light, and power seems pretty good, i put an 18" bar on it, but i think i would recommend a 16". i have only used it a couple of times totalling about 1 1/2 hrs of use, and it seems like this saw will be good for getting firewood and stuff like that. i have a stihl MS290 for big jobs. anyways, hope this helps.