Chainsaw Chaps
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12/30/18 01:21 PM
12/30/18 01:21 PM
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Mike in A-town
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Had close call #3 yesterday... Ruined another pair of jeans and actually drew a little blood this time... Wife isn't too happy with me and I figure one of these days I'm going to catch my guardian angel napping...
She is demanding that I begin taking more precautions... And she's right. Plus they're cheaper than medical care and lost time off work.
Is there any one brand that stands out from all the others? Or is there any brand you would recommend I avoid?
Mike
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Re: Chainsaw Chaps
[Re: Mike in A-town]
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12/30/18 01:51 PM
12/30/18 01:51 PM
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Ya, I agree should have a pair no matter who makes them. I don't have a pair but should even though I don't spend much time behind a saw any more. I have had a couple close calls but I did have chaps at the time. I would get a pair they also keep you warm in winter and save the pants from wear and tear also.
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Re: Chainsaw Chaps
[Re: Mike in A-town]
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12/30/18 03:15 PM
12/30/18 03:15 PM
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Mike in A-town
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Thanks guys... I'm in town right now. Looks like it'll be Husqvarna chaps as that is about the only option I have if I want to buy today.
My 3 close calls have been spread out over several years, but yesterday's oops sealed the deal.
Mike
One man with a gun may control 100 others who have none.
Vladimir Lenin
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Re: Chainsaw Chaps
[Re: Mike in A-town]
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12/30/18 03:45 PM
12/30/18 03:45 PM
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you should definitely have a pair and a hard hat I haven't tested the saw chaps yet with any cuts . I have a pair of stihl and a pair of Efco. but I got hit by a busted up top that came down while I was sawing on a tree 20 feet away the hard hat saved me some serios head injury a hole lot of stitches and a concussion for sure. I have seen the video of Stihl and Labonville take a sharp 50-60cc saw running wide open and thrust down on the chaps wrapped over a log and the saw stopped before ti was through the chaps 0 damage to the log underneath or even the back side of the chaps. a place to order chaps or your local saw dealer should have them for sale https://www.baileysonline.com/safety-ppe-clothing/protective-safety-clothing/chainsaw-chaps.html saw chaps hard hat ear protection safety glasses steel toes the minimum your going to spend at the ER is a c0-pay much more likely a 2500 dollar deductible , your loss of time not to mention months healing sure makes a 85 dollar pair of chaps and a hard hat look really smart
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Re: Chainsaw Chaps
[Re: Mike in A-town]
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12/30/18 04:21 PM
12/30/18 04:21 PM
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For me no chaps no chain saw. Just like no harness no tree stand. Besides the chaps keep all the oil and gas off your clothes.
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Re: Chainsaw Chaps
[Re: Mike in A-town]
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12/30/18 05:05 PM
12/30/18 05:05 PM
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I got a set of huskvarna chaps and a hard hat. watched a buddy open his leg up down to the bone with a saw. not me, that looked painfull! that was 40 years ago, still wince at the thought of it!
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Re: Chainsaw Chaps
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12/30/18 06:17 PM
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Mike in A-town
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you should definitely have a pair and a hard hat I haven't tested the saw chaps yet with any cuts . I have a pair of stihl and a pair of Efco. but I got hit by a busted up top that came down while I was sawing on a tree 20 feet away the hard hat saved me some serios head injury a hole lot of stitches and a concussion for sure. I have seen the video of Stihl and Labonville take a sharp 50-60cc saw running wide open and thrust down on the chaps wrapped over a log and the saw stopped before ti was through the chaps 0 damage to the log underneath or even the back side of the chaps. a place to order chaps or your local saw dealer should have them for sale https://www.baileysonline.com/safety-ppe-clothing/protective-safety-clothing/chainsaw-chaps.html saw chaps hard hat ear protection safety glasses steel toes the minimum your going to spend at the ER is a c0-pay much more likely a 2500 dollar deductible , your loss of time not to mention months healing sure makes a 85 dollar pair of chaps and a hard hat look really smart Lowe's wanted $75 for their chaps... My wife jumped on Amazon and found an "ensemble" of safety gear... Chaps, safety glasses, and a hardhat/visor/earmuff combo. Since I don't need them today that will probably be what I purchase. 10 years ago I would have scoffed at the idea. But there are several folks who rely on me being alive and in working condition... Plus a grandkid on the way that I'd like to be around to spoil. Mike
One man with a gun may control 100 others who have none.
Vladimir Lenin
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Re: Chainsaw Chaps
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12/30/18 06:46 PM
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Chaps are good for casual use, but that’s about it. They offer great protection, but very little mobility. I would recommend getting a set of chainsaw pants. I swear by the labonville winter logger pants. I wear them day in and day out, both back when I was cutting wood and now. They serve as chainsaw protection, and are great winter pants for anything outdoors.
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