Chainlocker

[Chainsaw Addict]

I just use zip lock bags, painters tape and sharpee. Chain dl etc. Cutter ie new, 1/2 or rock and root. Mark sharp and remark in field dull.

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[Wilhelm]

This is how I store my chains.
Chain cardboard boxes reinforced with transparent office/duck tape, chain specs written on the lid.
But increasingly, Stihl chain storage boxes. They will hold two 24"/84DL 3/8" loops.

 

[Wilhelm]

Each saw has one dedicated work chain, I file the chains mounted on the saws, rarely ever swap out chains.
Blue ribbon means chain is sharp and saw ready for work.
No ribbon, saw was used, chain and saw need attention.

 

[sundance]

This is how I store my chains.
Chain cardboard boxes reinforced with transparent office/duck tape, chain specs written on the lid.
But increasingly, Stihl chain storage boxes. They will hold two 24"/84DL 3/8" loops.

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Nice looking boxes. Not sure they are available in US. How pricey are they?

 

[SimonHS]

Nice looking boxes. Not sure they are available in US. How pricey are they?

They are made in the USA. They are $36 each. Ouch!

https://chainlockerusa.com/

I would buy several if they were around the $12 mark. Am I a cheapskate?

 

[RI Chevy]

I think he was referring to the orangy colored plastic boxes Wilhelm posted.
But I'm with you. Nice concept, just to expensive.

 

[blades]

grocery store or dollar store food storage boxes if you want hard side stuff, zip locks work fine, gallon size will hold 2 246 link items in .404. one in harvestor sizes

 

[Mastermind]

Guys that are overly organized scare me.

 

[Wolverine]

I used to carry spares in those original chain boxes, then I saw @isaaccarlson 's idea and bought one of those Made In USA Plano boxes. When I go cutting, I'll throw a couple loops in there and be good.
I did check out that locker, very expensive but the biggest limiting factor was length. I use 24" and 28" a lot.

 

[isaaccarlson]

I don't understand how plastic bags work. I tried one once and the chain sliced right through it. Now I use the plano tray and it's great. 12+ chains in an easy to carry case and they are organized by size. I will get another case and have one for each saw.

 

[Wilhelm]

Nice looking boxes. Not sure they are available in US. How pricey are they?

Those weren't available in the US a couple years ago, I sent a couple to Jason @jmester .
Maybe they are available now, I don't know.

They are about 4$ a piece.
Stihl part number is seen on one of my attached pictures.

 

[SimonHS]

I think he was referring to the orangy colored plastic boxes

Oops! My bad. The Orange Stihl boxes are part number 0000 882 5900. They are available in the UK for less than five dollars. I can find them also in Europe, Mexico and Australia - but only on eBay in the USA.

https://www.stihl.com/STIHL-power-t.../21571-63674/Storage-case-for-saw-chains.aspx

 

[Wolverine]

I don't understand how plastic bags work. I tried one once and the chain sliced right through it. Now I use the plano tray and it's great. 12+ chains in an easy to carry case and they are organized by size. I will get another case and have one for each saw.

I have some bags from my old employer, they packed interlock kits in them. Very thick. They'd hold up fine for a good while, I just don't prefer that way.

 

[Woodpecker]

I don't understand how plastic bags work. I tried one once and the chain sliced right through it. Now I use the plano tray and it's great. 12+ chains in an easy to carry case and they are organized by size. I will get another case and have one for each saw.

Definitely agree with this sentiment as far as the zip locks go. They never lasted long kicking around in my work truck. The jerky bags are much tougher plastic. Shredded cheese bags work gooder too… I may try the plaino box though for all my top handle chain.

 

[jakethesnake]

I tried ziplock bags but yeah eventually they get picked full of holes. The concept of the jerky bag being thicker just hit me.

I’m a little thick headed. Might try that now. Good excuse to gorge myself on jerky too

 

[sundance]

At $4 to $5 each I'd be buying the Stihl boxes! At the prices on Ebay, no way!

 

[jakethesnake]

I know one of youins gotta 3D printer

 

[Wilhelm]

At $4 to $5 each I'd be buying the Stihl boxes! At the prices on Ebay, no way!

I had to look, why TF are they priced 2-3x higher than retail AND SELLING?!

Just ask someone from Europe to get You some of those boxes.
Take enough boxes to make shipping less painful.

 

[isaaccarlson]

I had to look, why TF are they priced 2-3x higher than retail AND SELLING?!

Because people pay it. That's what allows prices to get so high. If people refused to pay inflated prices, the market would be much more stable.

 

[Wilhelm]

Because people pay it. That's what allows prices to get so high. If people refused to pay inflated prices, the market would be much more stable.

It was a rhetorical question!
I know that being able to sell at high prices requires someone willing to pay said prices.
It is the norm for everything, smartphones, computers, cars, and yes chainsaws and other OPE - it literally is the norm for everything nowadays.

I keep saying that the consumer needs to dial down consumption and prices will plummet.
But most people take that as an assault on their rights and freedom, yet they will get into debt just to pose as being wealthy.

As I said, I buy my Stihl boxes locally, no shipping, for 4$ a piece.

Cheers