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Chainsaw trousers

Snap-Cap said:
Any advice on where to order from experience with the above? Brands , quality etc

Im after a pair for general ground work cutting up fallen tree's to split into firewood for seasoning & burning on my woodburner I'd rather have some sort of protection while working with the saw

Spotted these on amazon & there is a amazon prime deal coming on tomorrow has anyone got any experience with said brand or could recommend a brand for the above job thanks everyone
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I'm not keen on cheaper trousers as they usually weigh a ton and cause fatigue just from wearing the damned things.
I got some Stihl Function Ergo trousers about a year ago, they are comfy and light enough to wear all day, I was amazed how comfortable they are and highly recommend them.
 
Fishtail said:
I'm not keen on cheaper trousers as they usually weigh a ton and cause fatigue just from wearing the damned things.
I got some Stihl Function Ergo trousers about a year ago, they are comfy and light enough to wear all day, I was amazed how comfortable they are and highly recommend them.
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There is truth in that, if you have to wear them for prolonged periods go for good quality and light weight, with stretch panels at knees.
 
Paul Bee said:
Fair point; I deserved that... It was a silly question of mine 😆
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I hadn't meant it as a put down but see that now - sorry. Seriously, I've done a lot of chainsawing and seen and heard of so many serous/horrfic accidents and near misses. Getting good quality protective gear is essential even for a bit of firewood - the chainsaw doesn't differentiate between you and the wood. And get along to a course - what you spend in money saves on limbs.
 
Mackem said:
I hadn't meant it as a put down but see that now - sorry. Seriously, I've done a lot of chainsawing and seen and heard of so many serous/horrfic accidents and near misses. Getting good quality protective gear is essential even for a bit of firewood - the chainsaw doesn't differentiate between you and the wood. And get along to a course - what you spend in money saves on limbs.
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No offence taken, I assure you; I'm glad you said it...when it comes to boots and trousers it shouldn't be a choice of one over the other...I don't know what made me think there would be, I'm usually quite sensible 😂
 
don't buy stihl ones as they are poorly made and usually split in the crotch so you can end up with your tackle on display
i find bib and brace type work best for me if on site(not that i do much for others now ) and on the ground,climbing i used to use normal pants but for most use i use zip up back chaps as i now just do logs and can take them off easy
for gloves i use the cheap nitrile builders/work gloves
 
Gummage said:
In any weather,except high winds, I climbed through the hot spell this summer, average of 3 to 4 days a week, full kit for a climber is helmet with ear/ face protection, type C trousers, chainsaw boots, and a thin jacket to protect from sun and branch cuts.
I don't wear gloves, they hinder rope work for me and are not obligatory.
I contract to various tree care companies, we all wear appropriate PPE all the time.
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I qualified as a climber in 2007 and did it for a few years before age and disability overtook me. Minimum you need is trousers and boots. I had a branch fold back on me whilst limbing a tree - it pushed the saw back into my leg and my type c trousers ripped open and jammed the chain-a lucky escape. When shit happens with chainsaws it happens really fast!
 
Hi David, spot on, when chainsaw incidents occur they are rapid, no chance to avoid, I'm glad your PPE worked well for you🤗
 
Great advice from @Gummage regarding energy stored in a fallen tree.
Think of all the branches, bent when hitting ground, as a massive longbow pulled to maximum draw.
Last trousers I bought was from facebook market place. Often find them for sale.
Must be many people buy to get a chainsaw ticket, then work takes them in a different direction, or find size doesn't fit.
 
shergar said:
Great advice from @Gummage regarding energy stored in a fallen tree.
Think of all the branches, bent when hitting ground, as a massive longbow pulled to maximum draw.
Last trousers I bought was from facebook market place. Often find them for sale.
Must be many people buy to get a chainsaw ticket, then work takes them in a different direction, or find size doesn't fit.
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Exact cause of my sorry tale above- plus me not paying attention.
 
Okay, as @Snap-Cap not taken up my offer on post #20 as it is about safety the offer stands to anyone that has been on this thread, you just pay postage.
As long as mods are okay with this. 👍
 
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Jimbobjones said:
Okay, as @snaphas not taken up my offer on post #20 as it is about safety the offer stands to anyone that has been on this thread, you just pay postage.
As long as mods are okay with this. 👍
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I'll say yes please but will defer to@snaphas if he comes back and says yes in next 24 hours
 
Nice offer dude :cool:

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