anyone had any experience with the Granberg Alaska mill G777?

[skip sail]

Looking at a small chainsaw mill to use on timber in the 18-24 inch range,and have been offered a Granberg G777 for $100
would this be too small for this purpose?
Are there better alternatives?
thanks in advance

 

[Iron.and.bark]

Haven't myself, but would recommend this

http://www.baileysonline.com/Forest...ll-System/Logosol-Timberjig-Chainsaw-Mill.axd

 

[Stump Shot]

I use the Alaskan for wood that wide, it works great, have thought about adding the G777 to do narrower boards and such. That Logosol one looks real nice too.

 

[Marshy]

Each mill has their place. The logosol is a nice easy way to make good lumber. The logosol won't do live edge as well as the granberg.

 

[JackAXE]

IDK Man? I make love and I break love. I don't wear the chit

 

[quietfly]

I think, 24 inches would be pushing the limit of the 777 in terms of keeping the cut level. but 18-20 would be fine. for 100 bucks you can't go wrong.

 

[Iron.and.bark]

I think, 24 inches would be pushing the limit of the 777 in terms of keeping the cut level. but 18-20 would be fine. for 100 bucks you can't go wrong.

Quality of the bar makes a difference here aswell. Affects how much (if at all) it will sag. Familiar with this as the timberjig is also unsupported.

 

[quietfly]

Quality of the bar makes a difference here aswell. Affects how much (if at all) it will sag. Familiar with this as the timberjig is also unsupported.

I agree, the bar quality makes a huge difference. For 20 inches and above though I wouldn't personally use a mill only supported on a single side. This is because I have a full grandberg and to me it wouldn't be worth the chance of screwing up a nice piece of wood. However if it's the only choice you have run what you brung.
Also it's worth noting no matter what you get, You're gonna have to practice a bunch to get consistent. Like any tool these require experience, and that you only get with time.
Just my opinion. Your mileage may vary....

 

[quietfly]

Oh and keep that chain sharp!!!!!!

 

[afleetcommand]

A few years ago with a Alaskan 36in mill...big old American Iron. Built 7 horse stalls that time.

 

[afleetcommand]

This Showed up two days ago, a 24 inch version. Hoping to use it to build a corral. Need a smaller one, more manageable for the smaller trees I plan to use this spring.

 

[Tugg]

This Showed up two days ago, a 24 inch version. Hoping to use it to build a corral. Need a smaller one, more manageable for the smaller trees I plan to use this spring.
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Is this the northern tool version?

 

[afleetcommand]

A purchase from Huztl. It's pretty low cost. Shipping whacks you!

http://www.huztl.net/24-Inch-Holzff...-Milling-From-14-to-24-Guide-Bar-p228058.html

 

[Tugg]

What was shipping if you don't mind?

 

[wiersy111]

This Showed up two days ago, a 24 inch version. Hoping to use it to build a corral. Need a smaller one, more manageable for the smaller trees I plan to use this spring.
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Oh please do a write up of you thoughts on the quality and use. Can you compare it to a Granberg?

 

[Four Paws]

A purchase from Huztl. It's pretty low cost. Shipping whacks you!

http://www.huztl.net/24-Inch-Holzff...-Milling-From-14-to-24-Guide-Bar-p228058.html

How bad was shipping?

 

[Tim]

If you are milling logs for building materials then you can edge it like in the picture, then cut thick slabs and turn them on edge and cut dimensional lumber such as 2 x 4's, 2 x 6's etc. The G777 is good for that. If you want wide slabs then a G776 or similar style is better so you can have more consistent thickness throughout the board width.

 

[Crzybowhntr]

How bad was shipping?

I just did a shipping estimate and it was $79.89 to WV. That made it about $180 and I am not sure if there are any further fees... I could make 8 of them for that price.

 

[Dolmar Junkie]

I have the G777 and it is pretty functional for a single sided mill.I never used it with any thing over 20",but I imagine you could get away with a 24" bar if you didn't get in a rush. I also have a G555 mini mill and for my purpose ( post and beam/ timber frame) I found it more useful and comfortable to use due to the vertical positioning of the saw,and that creates a lot less of the pinching issues that you have with standard mills and you can even mill boards with it not just post. I also think that it is significantly faster than the G777 in set up time and milling.Just my 2cents,take it with a grain of salt...

 

[Marshy]

For comparison (to the Huztl) a Panther II 24" cost $$150.