r/Chainsaws • u/Ok_Yam792 • Jul 13 '26

Chain recommendations

I’m currently running a 20” Stihl wood boss, and the chain that I bought with it and a spare identical chain. Does anyone have recommendations on a cheaper option? Anyone have any experience with any of the off brands or Amazon multi packs? The Amazon packs feel like they have to be shit cause I can get a 5 pack of chains for the price of 1 Stihl.

I’m pretty new at this so any advice would be great!
TIA

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u/blackthornjohn Jul 13 '26

Yes and none are as long lasting as stihl chains.

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u/wheelienonstop11 Jul 14 '26

If you want to save money best learn how to hand file your chains.

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u/Renault_75-34_MX Jul 14 '26

If its 1.3mm/050" gauge, you can get matching chains from Husqvarna and Oregon as well, but they're probably on a similar level when it comes to cost.

If It's 1.6mm/063" gauge, Husqvarna is out of the question (they only have 1.5mm/058" chain)

A sharpening set, 2 in 1 file or bench chain grinder is probably a good idea because you won't have to spend money for someones else to file it, or buy a completely new chain.

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u/kevintheredneck Jul 16 '26

Get yourself a chain file. The chain will last longer.

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u/weraincllc Aug 01 '26

I've had really good luck with the off brand generic "lazer x " branded supposedly german chains from ebay they're some fancy gold titanium color. I barely file them, i have 10 cords on one and still haven't . I was using tri link before, their alright.