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Best portable alaskan chainsaw mill review

Best portable sawmills & Edging mills | Alaskan sawmill?

Posted on November 19, 2020February 17, 2021 by Aaron Barnett
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Author intro

When it comes time to mill your own lumber and you’re on the lookout for the best portable chainsaw mill an Alaskan mill or aftermarket alternative will let you take your woodworking projects to a whole new level.

Simply attach a solidly built portable mill guide to your Stihl, Husqvarna, or other branded chainsaw and be ready to mill your own timber slabs.

Incorporating both the sourcing and milling of your own timber for your furniture, house, or DIY projects adds another level of authenticity to your craft.

Table Of Contents show
Best portable chainsaw mill
Best edging mill
Introduction
Benefits of buying a chainsaw mill
Before you buy a chainsaw mill.
Difference between chainsaw mill & edging mill
Parts of a chainsaw mill and their uses
Ideal chainsaw motor size (cc) and bar length
Choosing the best chainsaw mill
Portable chainsaw mill vs a Bandsaw mill
What are ripping chains and when to use them?
Other tools that go with a chainsaw mill
Storing and maintaining a chainsaw mill
Steps in setting up chainsaw mills
Tips for using a chainsaw mill
Comparing chainsaw mills
Comparing edging mills
Conclusion
Carmyra 48″ review
Haddon Lumbermaker review

Best portable chainsaw mill

#1 Best value portable chainsaw mill

Carmyra 48″ bar, up to 13 inches deep and 48 inches wide cutting, chainsaw mill

Carmyra 48 bar up to 13 inch deep and 48 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

  • Solid construction.
  • This mill cuts the widest at 48”.
  • Universal chainsaw compatibility.
  • A bit heavier than the Camyra 36”.
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#2 Top 36 inch-bar portable chainsaw mill

Carmyra 36″ bars, up to 12 inches deep and 36 inches wide cutting, chainsaw mill

Carmyra 36 bars up to 12 inches deep and 36 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

  • Can cut narrow depths at 0.50 inches.
  • Easily handles up to 13” thick beams.
  • Another alternative Alaskan chainsaw mill. for sale at a lower price.
    • Questionable quality bar clamps.
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#3 The Norwood portable chainsaw mill

Norwood PM14 24″ bar, up to 14 inches deep and 8 inches wide cutting, chainsaw mill

Norwood PM14 24 bar up to 14 inches deep and 8 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

  • On top of Northwood sawmill reviews,  a bigger dedicated portable mill might be better.
  • Hand-push feed system to operate as an actual sawmill.
  • The most expensive and heaviest.
  • Doesn’t cut that wide.
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#4 Best Alaskan chainsaw mill

Granberg Alaskan Mark IV Chainsaw 36″ bar, up to 13 inches deep and 32 inches wide cutting, chainsaw mill

Granberg Alaskan Mark IV Chainsaw 36 bar up to 13 inches deep and 32 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

  • If you’re looking for an Alaskan sawmill for sale with zinc-plated aluminum steel construction, this one’s maybe what you need.
  • Lightweight but can handle up to 32” wide beams.
  • Some bolts and connecting joints can bend a bit.
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#5 Best DIY chainsaw mill

Zchoutrade YJBJ01-36 36″ bar, up to 13-inch deep and 26-inch wide, chainsaw mill

Zchoutrade YJBJ01 36 36 bar up to 13 inch deep and 26 inch wide chainsaw mill

  • Comes at a pretty low cost.
  • Easily handles up to 36” beams.
  • Saw attaches without a drilling bar.
  • Some sellers ship with missing parts.
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#6 Best value small chainsaw mill

Granberg Alaskan G777 20″ bar, up to 13 inches deep and 18 inches wide cutting, chainsaw mill 

Granberg Alaskan G777 20 bar up to 13 inches deep and 18 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

  • Zinc-plated and the lightest.
  • Simple design and very easy to set up and use.
  • Can only take 20” bars below.
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#7 A low-cost chainsaw mill 

RCTEC 36″ bar, up to 12 inches deep and 36 inches wide cutting, chainsaw mill

RCTEC 36 bar up to 12 inches deep and 36 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

  • Cuts the narrowest depth at 0.20 inches.
  • Comes with a log milling attachment for flat, even cuts.
  • Design and mechanisms can use improvement.
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#8 An aluminum-framed chainsaw mill

Lukcase Portable Chainsaw 48 ” bar, up to 13 inches deep, and 36 inches wide cutting, chainsaw mill

Lukcase Portable Chainsaw 48 bar up to 13 inches deep and 36 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

  • Also holds up to 48” bars.
  • Aircraft-grade aluminum mill frame.
  • Loses out to the Camyra 48”  in terms of feature-similarity.

#9 Best low-cost for narrow cutting

CO-Z CMP1436BN 36″ bar, up to 12 inches deep and 24 inches wide cutting, chainsaw mill

CO Z CMP1436BN 36 bar up to 12 inches deep and 24 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

  • Has the lowest cost.
  • Cut up to 24” wide beams at up to 0.50” narrowness.
  • Often out of stock.

#10 For light to medium duty cutting

Felled 20″ bar, up to 12 inches deep and 24 inches wide cutting, chainsaw mill

Felled 20 bar up to 12 inches deep and 24 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

  • A good alternative to the Grandberg G777 for 20” bars and below.
  • Ideal only for light to medium-duty work.

#11 Small 24-inch Timber Tuff chainsaw mill

Timber Tuff TMS-24 24″ bar, up to 12 inches deep and 24 inches wide cutting, chainsaw mill

Timber Tuff TMS 24 24 bar up to 12 inches deep and 24 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

  • This Timber tuff sawmill has a narrow depth cutting up to 0.20”.
  • Lightweight at 13lbs and can cut beams up to 24” wide.
  • Some thread-screw holes can be better threaded.
  • wide.
  • It better to go bigger so you can do large and small cuts. Bigger mills also balance the chainsaw weight better.

Best edging mill

#1 Best value portable edging mill

Haddon Lumbermaker, 2×4 inches/ 2×6 inches, heavy-duty lumber guide

Haddon Lumbermaker 2x4 inches 2x6 inches heavy duty lumber guide

  • Very lightweight.
  • Comes with a lumber guide attachment for 2×4 and 2×6 cuts.
  • Make plunge cuts and adjust easily.
  • Can be tricky to get the correct dimensions.
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#2 Best Granberg edging mill

Granberg G555B up to 36 inches cutting, edging mill

Granberg G555B up to 36 inches cutting chainsaw mill

  • Cuts the deepest at 36”.
  • Comes with a 12ft. chainsaw mill guide rail.
  • Limited efficiency to shorter logs.
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#3 Another edging mill

Strongway 24″ bar up to 24 inches cutting, edging mill

Strongway 24 bar up to 24 inches cutting chainsaw mill

  • Can fit up to a 24” bar and cut logs up to 24” wide.
  • Get precision-cut edges.
  • Unpredictable stock.

#4 The Timber Tuff heavy-duty edging mill

Timber Tuff TMW-56 5 pack, 2×6 inches, heavy-duty lumber guide

Timber Tuff TMW 56 5 pack 2x6 inches heavy duty lumber guide

  • Includes a 5-pack lumber cutting guide.
  • Powder-coated finish for added protection against corrosion.
  • Badly designed clamp.

Introduction

Anyone who takes pride in their woodworking knows what a chainsaw mill is. Also called ‘Alaskan Sawmills’, these serious pieces of equipment basically transform any regular chainsaw into a portable lumber mill.  

Wood has always been an important building material with sawmills processing large quantities. But by the 20th century, portability had slowly become a trend for keen DIY enthusiasts with a new option to bring milling down to local levels, birthing the apparatus you now know and love, as a chainsaw mill.

These bad boys come in many shapes and sizes and are highly distinguished by seasoned lumberjacks. While not being a tool for beginners, these tools definitely have a sense of finesse to them. In this guide, we’ll be looking at the best chainsaw mills money can buy.

Things to look out for when looking for a sale

  • Weight. You’d want a mill that can do the job, but not weigh you down. When it comes to weight, just make sure that it doesn’t easily tire you out when positioning and using it.
  • Assembly. Make sure you get a chainsaw mill that is easy to put together and assemble; mills that are easy to set-up and stow away after use definitely have an edge.
  • Material. Most chainsaw mills are made of aluminum and/or steel. These materials are sturdy and made to last. Some models are galvanized, offering a greater deal of protection than steel and aluminum is both corrosion resistant and lighter weight.
  • Capacity. Capacity pertains to the amount of work a mill is capable of cutting. Included here are factors such as bar size, length, and cutting depth. Being able to work with any-sized chainsaw is a huge plus – you want to be able to pick up the pace without having to worry much about the slab thickness you will cut.

Benefits of buying a chainsaw mill

  1. Economic. Chainsaw mills allow you to cut and process your own timber, potentially saving you a lot in terms of production expense on your projects. It virtually eliminates the need to use pricey commercial services or purchase other more expensive wood cutting equipment.
  2. Convenient. Being portable means that you can technically bring a chainsaw mill anywhere, allowing you to get work done regardless of your location.
  3. Efficient. The best chainsaw mills work in tandem with a well-operating chainsaw; having a variety of chainsaws and blades for different job sizes will not only make your mill more versatile but will also allow you to achieve better quality results with less effort.

Tree stumps ready for milling

Before you buy a chainsaw mill.

Know your brands.

The chainsaw brand you choose should offer top-notch quality as they do cutting prestige. It’s important to be knowledgeable about a tools brand before you make a purchase. To save you time and precious money, validate a brand’s track record and only select from those who already have an established name in the industry.

Check the durability.

Assessing durability mainly boils down to knowing what materials your mill is made from. You’d want a chainsaw mill that is made of steel, aluminum, or both; something solid and is sure to repeatedly withstand the stress and tension of bearing a full day’s work, regardless of the weather and the user.

Consider the construction and design.

The mill should look and feel right. It has to be oriented in such a way that allows you to get the most out of it as possible. All connectors and locks should be properly placed and have a tight fit once set. The apparatus should not wobble or shake at any point of your operation.

Think about the price.

A portable mill should never cost too much, at least not more than some of the chainsaws you’d be using with it. It’s basically a functional frame, so while some may be a tad more expensive, this is with regards to the material and its manufactured finish. If you deem the price right for the brand and your needs, then that’s probably the ideal choice for you.

If you’re on a tight budget with some spear time you could consider making your own chainsaw mill  but I would rather spend that time milling lumber.

Difference between chainsaw mill & edging mill

Chainsaw mills

Chainsaw mills are great if you want long, horizontal accurate cuts from a fallen tree to create perfectly sized timber slabs. The portable chainsaw mills operate by lining up a tree log you want to plank up with the jig. These mills do well even with large pieces of hardwood, gifting near-perfect pieces of timber slabs from 24-36” diameter trunks.

Edging mills

An edging mill is a type of chainsaw mill that’s oriented to cut vertically to clean up the edges later. It operates in roughly the same way and is compact and great for cutting logs into beams and/or into finished lumber. You can also use edging mills for refinements; and fine-polishing planks that were already cut prior but need a new edge.

Parts of a chainsaw mill and their uses

Jig. The jig is basically your guide system to help control the bar’s motion. In the case of a chainsaw mill, the jig is what the bar guide mounts to in order to cut straight and securely along logs.

Bar guide. This is the mechanism that allows the chainsaw to trace along a defined path, which in this case is provided for by a jig.  As suggested by its name, it guides the bar to ensure that you remain cutting in the same direction.

Additional functions of the bar guide include cut-depth control which is either adjusted via specialized knobs or manually adjusted by unscrewing lock-bolts.

Clamps. Clamps are a necessary safety feature as they hold the bar firmly in place and are responsible for mounting your chainsaw securely.

Ideal chainsaw motor size (cc) and bar length

Here are a couple of standard specifications for choosing motor capacity and bar length.

As a general rule, you should get a bar that’s at least 2” longer than the thickness of the wood you intend to cut with cc being proportional or more than the length of the guide bar.

Light work. Light applications are mostly confined to working with small trees. The wood is thin and rather easy to work with. 14 to 16” bars and a 45 cc motor are enough to take on these kinds of materials. 

Large to medium work. If you intend to cut medium or average-sized logs. You’ll benefit from using at least a 65 cc motor and 16 to 36” bars to be able to smoothly handle these pieces.

Heavy work. Some kinds of trees can also be very dense and thick, possibly causing a chainsaw to bind if it’s underpowered. You can avoid this by using an even bigger 90 cc motor and a chainsaw with a bar 42 inches or longer.

Choosing the best chainsaw mill

#1 Top value chainsaw mill

The title says it all, the Carmyra 48″ is the best overall pick. It has great flexibility as it is able to mount any chainsaw, even those with the longest bar lengths. While it does have some heft to it, you can still easily carry it around. It cuts the widest out of all the mills – beams 13” thick and up to 48” wide – but also narrowly, capable of cutting at 0.50-inch depths.

A less expensive alternative to the Alaskan Grandbergs, this mill is sure to hasten the completion of even your biggest and most demanding projects in the future as well as medium to large-sized jobs now.

Carmyra 48 bar up to 13 inch deep and 48 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

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#1 Best valued Alaskan mill for small jobs

The Grandberg G777 is the best value chainsaw mill available on the market. If you are keen on portability, then this beauty is a perfect fit, one with its mix of aesthetics, easy assembly, and straightforward handling.

The G777 is able to house up to 20” bars, which is perfect if you’re a local builder or homeowner. Incredibly light and made of zinc-plated steel, this little guy is sure to last you a long time, save money, and get your wooden beams and slabs cut smoothly.

Granberg Alaskan G777 20 bar up to 13 inches deep and 18 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

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#1 Most affordable chainsaw mill

Go with the RCTEC 36” if you absolutely need a chainsaw mill. It’s a must for those working on a tight budget. For what you pay, you get a sturdy aluminum steel mill that’s capable of cutting very narrow depths up to 0.20 inches.

It’s big and efficient, and able to fit bars 12-36 inches long while capable of sawing through wood up to 12 inches thick. Tackle any job at a fraction of the cost with this robust and adaptable mill.

 

RCTEC 36 bar up to 12 inches deep and 36 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

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#1 Top edging mill

The Haddon Lumbermaker is definitely the best edging mill, bar none. It’s lightweight and compatible with any regular chainsaw, making it able to take on virtually any kind of job. To add to its versatility, it comes with a heavy-duty lumber guide to easily make 2×4 and 2×6 planks and slabs. 

The Lumbermaker is simple to assemble and use. Its pivoting saw can make plunge cuts and allows for depth-adjustment on the fly. Couple that with its amazing lightness and surprisingly high-quality construction, and you get a portable sawmill that’s as effective as it is convenient.

Haddon Lumbermaker 2x4 inches 2x6 inches heavy duty lumber guide

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Portable chainsaw mill vs a Bandsaw mill

What type of portable sawmill to use depends mainly on your specific needs. If you are already bigger than a small-time logger and need to meet client orders and production quotas, then you’re better off investing in the larger and more expensive bandsaws. Bandsaws are specifically built to handle larger and denser wood while maintaining consistent and precise results.

You’ll want to go with a chainsaw mill if you dabble more in small or medium-sized jobs. Chainsaw mills are definitely more portable than bandsaws. They are also less expensive and help in further reducing costs by eliminating the need for other equipment, especially when working with smaller materials.

What are ripping chains and when to use them?

A ripping chain is a specialty chain that’s used for specific milling purposes. As opposed to other types of chains, ripping chains cut, at an angle, along the wood grain instead of across the veins and pores. 

Use ripping chains if you want your pieces to have a more polished/refined finish. Their semi-chiseled nature ensures that they remain sharper for longer and their damage-resistant construction saves you money from replacements in the long run.

Other tools that go with a chainsaw mill

1st and foremost, the best tool to have along with these portable sawmills is of course a  chainsaw. You’d also want a quality chainsaw that really is responsible for the end result, a model that will serve you well and last you a long time without maintenance. If a sword is only as good as the one who wields it, then a chainsaw mill is only as good as the chainsaw that it wields. To make things easier, check out my thoughts on the best husqvarna chainsaw. And my cordless chainsaw guide if you’re looking for a safer trimming machine for around the home.

If you want the bee’s knees set-up, it’d also be good to have the best thickness planer just in case you want to make a smooth surface and set lumber to an exact thickness for furniture making. Use thickness planers to remove small excesses of material to end up with an even thickness slab.

Storing and maintaining a chainsaw mill

You should preferably store your chainsaw mill in the same space as your chainsaw, seeing how they go hand-in-hand. Doing this makes both easier to access and keep. We advise covering it for a little added protection when not in use.

If you have multiple levels of storage, then it’d be wise to have the mill on the lower ones; this reduces the risk of it falling, avoiding possible damage and injury.

Lastly, give it a quick wipe or wash down after you use it, this will help prolong its life and maintain a pristine appearance. You can also give it a spray with silicone spray on any moving parts if left in storage for a long time.

Steps in setting up chainsaw mills

If you know how to work a chainsaw, then setting up the mill won’t be too complicated.

  1. Follow the instruction to assemble all the necessary components.
  2. Plan the 1st cut as it is the most vital.
  3. Set up the jig along with the selected piece, then level and secure.
  4. Clamp the chainsaw onto the guide bar. Make sure it’s tight and secure.
  5. Start the motor and give it a few revs to warm it up.
  6. Adjust cutting-depth, then mount onto the jig.
  7. Move along horizontally (vertically for edge mills) until you reach the piece’s end.
  8. Repeat with the next cuts. 

Tips for using a chainsaw mill

Dos

  • Always wear the appropriate protective gear. 
  • Work in single strokes for best results.
  • Use your body weight to push and control the guide bar, rather than force.
  • Get a second person to help if you need it.

Don’ts

  • Never work with just either gloves or goggles, regardless of task-size.
  • Don’t go back and forth between segments, you’re not carving.
  • Don’t overexert force on just 1 side of the guide bar. Distribute pushing evenly on both ends.

Safety concerns

  • Protecting your face is a priority. Wear safety glasses and a mask to avoid inhaling sawdust and to guard against small flying wood chips.
  • Make sure that the logs are secure and that the bar is properly positioned to reduce risk in the event of a chain-break. 
  • Always use the appropriate chainsaw for the job, too little a saw on too big a piece increases the risk of the bar sticking, possibly causing major kickback which can lead to injury or worse.

Using face sheild with chainsaw

Comparing chainsaw mills

 Carmyra 48" bar

Carmyra 48 bar up to 13 inch deep and 48 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

Carmyra 36" bar

Carmyra 36 bars up to 12 inches deep and 36 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

Norwood PM14

Norwood PM14 24 bar up to 14 inches deep and 8 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

Granberg Alaskan Mark IV

Granberg Alaskan Mark IV Chainsaw 36 bar up to 13 inches deep and 32 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

Zchoutrade YJBJ01-36

Zchoutrade YJBJ01 36 36 bar up to 13 inch deep and 26 inch wide chainsaw mill

Granberg Alaskan G777

Granberg Alaskan G777 20 bar up to 13 inches deep and 18 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

RCTEC 36" bar

RCTEC 36 bar up to 12 inches deep and 36 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

Lukcase Portable Chainsaw 48" bar

Lukcase Portable Chainsaw 48 bar up to 13 inches deep and 36 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

CO-Z CMP1436BN

CO Z CMP1436BN 36 bar up to 12 inches deep and 24 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

Felled 20" bar

Felled 20 bar up to 12 inches deep and 24 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

Timber Tuff TMS-24 24

Timber Tuff TMS 24 24 bar up to 12 inches deep and 24 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

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Verdict:Top protable chainsaw millBest value chainsaw millBest low-cost
Bar size:14 to 48 inches14 to 36 inches up to 24 inchesup to 36 inches14 to 36 inches16 to 20 inches12 to 36 inch14 to 48 inches14 to 36 inchesup to 20 inches12 to 24 inch
Cutting capacity (depth) :0.5 to 13 inches0.5 to 12 inchesup to 14 inches0.5 to 13 inches0.5 to 13 inches0.5 to 13 inches0.20 to 12 inches

0.5 to 13 inches0.5 to 12 inches0.5 to 12 inches0.20 to 12 inch
Cutting capacity (max width):48 inches36 inchesup to 8 inches32 inches36 inches18 inches36 inches36 inches24 inches24 inches24 inches
Weight:19 lbs14 lbs92 lbs20 lbs15 lbs17 lbs17 lbs19 lbs18 lbs16 lbs14 lbs
Material:Stainless steel and aluminumAluminum and steelAluminum and steelAluminum and zinc-plated steelAluminum and steelAluminum and zinc-plated steelStainless steel and aluminumStainless steel and aluminumStainless steel and aluminumStainless steel and aluminumStainless steel and aluminum

Comparing edging mills

 Haddon Lumbermaker

Haddon Lumbermaker 2x4 inches 2x6 inches heavy duty lumber guide

Granberg G555B

Granberg G555B up to 36 inches cutting chainsaw mill

Strongway

Strongway 24 bar up to 24 inches cutting chainsaw mill

Timber Tuff TMW-56

Timber Tuff TMW 56 5 pack 2x6 inches heavy duty lumber guide

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Verdict:Top edging mill
Cutting capacity:2 x 2 inches, 2 x 6 inches36 inches24 inches2 x 6 inches
Weight:4 lbs6 lbs6.27 lbs3.61 lbs
Material:SteelAluminum and steelAluminum and steelHeavy-duty steel

Conclusion

The Carmyra 48″ is the best chainsaw mill, period. It’s big, solid, flexible, and can cut really wide pieces of wood. I mean, what more can you ask from a sawmill right? Up the next alley is the Grandberg G777. This lightweight, zinc-plated mini mill is the ideal choice for casual woodworkers and budding milling enthusiasts for its nice mix of function and portability. 

Of course, we can’t leave out the most affordable RCTEC 36”. It cuts really narrow and can support some of the longest bars for the biggest logs. Lastly, the Haddon Lumbermaker does wonders as the best edging mill thanks to its compactness and efficient design.

And that about wraps up our guide about the best chainsaw mills. With the correct one, your pace and production will surely increase. Meanwhile, you can check out my recommended top-performing gasoline chainsaw here.

Carmyra 48″ review

Pros:

  • Solid construction.
  • This mill cuts the widest at 48”.
  • Universal chainsaw compatibility.

Cons:

  • A bit heavier than the smaller Camyra 36”.

 #1 Best chainsaw mill

Carmyra 48 bar up to 13 inch deep and 48 inches wide cutting chainsaw mill

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Haddon Lumbermaker review

Pros:

  • Very lightweight.
  • Comes with a lumber guide attachment for 2×4 and 2×6 cuts.
  • Make plunge cuts and adjust easily.

Cons:

  • None.

 #1 Best edging mill

Haddon Lumbermaker 2x4 inches 2x6 inches heavy duty lumber guide

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More information:

  1. How to build your own chainsaw mill can be found here,  https://www.instructables.com/Chainsaw-Mill-Build-Use-Tips-n-Tricks/

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Aaron Barnett

My name is Aaron, and welcome to Bangingtoolbox.

As a qualified builder and DIY’er, my goal with Banging Toolbox is to provide the #1 building and DIY resource on the internet for my readers.

I’m here to show people how to start DIY, and to help qualified professionals take building to the next level.

Feel free to have a look around, and don’t hesitate to ask me any questions, you can find out more about me here.

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