Mini Cordless Chainsaw Review - Is It Any Good?

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  • @rangie944
    @rangie944 Před 2 lety +11

    Very good review, thank you for taking the time so validate manufacturers claims and highlight the safety aspects of this tool. Well glad I discovered your channel before buying. Keep up the good work you're most likely saving someone harming themselves.

  • @mrdrddan
    @mrdrddan Před 3 lety +5

    I got one yesterday. It has the same charger. No name red and black mini chainsaw, with a 6 inch blade. It has 21v on charger. Nice to know the makita will fit it! Great review!

  • @mmerriman4995
    @mmerriman4995 Před rokem +6

    Just bought a similar product (with the safety button) and came out to CZcams University.
    This review & comprehensive demo are exactly what I needed to know..
    Thank you.
    I live in the forest and will be trimming limbs up along the paths, removing saplings & small trees and it may be great for chainsaw carving, too. Instructions discourage cutting with the tip, though.
    Subscribed in Vermont

  • @roxannequeen2842
    @roxannequeen2842 Před 2 lety +11

    Designed for pruning, long loppers and even circular tree saws can't always be used.
    It's a lifesaver for those of us who are true gardeners.

  • @missyskye_sea_land9424
    @missyskye_sea_land9424 Před 2 lety +4

    Thanks for doing this video!
    I have bunches of overgrown buses along the fence, and I can’t keep paying for the service every few months; this mini chainsaw popped up when I thought of looking to buy a tool to do it myself (with my problematic back) and wanted to somehow learn about its functionality.
    Thanks again!

  • @rosesalazar3809
    @rosesalazar3809 Před rokem +3

    Thanks for making this video. I particularly liked that you showed the exact voltage after you inspected the battery pack open. I will be buying a makita for sure.

  • @ronaldpankonin3671
    @ronaldpankonin3671 Před 2 lety

    Thank You I ordered one of these off the computer while I was having a happy hour with myself, didn't get it yet, but today I was on CZcams & just plugged it in & you came up, thanks again I think it work great for my bushes.

  • @meowwoof35
    @meowwoof35 Před 3 lety +8

    We ordered one after seeing your video and it works great. We had some large branches from backyard trees that had to come down and we needed to chop them up for fire wood and it worked well. It worked great for the weed trees growing up along the fence line too. Thanks for the video. I'm sure we will take it camping to split wood as well.

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  Před 3 lety

      Yeah it works great for camping too. Thanks for watching!

  • @carltonmann6477
    @carltonmann6477 Před 3 lety +10

    THANK YOU!! I purchased a Jardan mini chain saw recently and I'm watching your video for instructions. I am a senior citizen just turned 67 and a woman(YEAH ) making my life easy love work in my yard, so hope this saw will help. The one I have came with a caring case 2 batteries ,charging cord and tool to put it together, gloves and instructions. After watching your video I confident I can use this tool :)

  • @TheOleHermit
    @TheOleHermit Před 2 lety +13

    Cute chainsaw. Enjoyed the review and exposure of the 'marketing embellishment'. Liked your idea about carrying it along with your mower. All you need is a holster lol
    But, IMHO, a cordless pole saw is much more practical. In AZ, most bushes have thorns and some even have rattlesnakes under them. A pole saw avoids getting too close and personally injured.
    Having said that, my recent Greenworks pole saw only lasted one day, before seizing up. Gotta love Amazon's return policy.

  • @dominiqueridoux2073
    @dominiqueridoux2073 Před 3 lety +1

    I have one at home, VERY useful!!! And low maintenance! I have lots of bamboo and this is life saving!

  • @Tracih3
    @Tracih3 Před 2 lety

    Thank you 😊. I am just a wee little girl who needed one of these so I could cook a meal over a camp fire. I only need small bits of wood. But the instructions that came with my chain saw were useless. You have helped me assemble and start it!! Yay. Now to go outside and try it out. 😊

  • @Kenz87
    @Kenz87 Před 2 lety +13

    Mate, thank you for doing this review. My Dad has wanted a mini chainsaw for a while as he is moving to the country to live on my Grandma's property. Thanks to your review I believe a mini chainsaw is worth investing in and will be buying him one for Father's day.
    Also, I loved your sense of humour. As someone completely disinterested in power tools your dry wit made your video much easier to watch. I would even go so far as to say I was both informed and entertained.

  • @MisterLumpkin
    @MisterLumpkin Před 3 lety +87

    I bought one of these last fall and it's been a great tool. I expected it to last only a few cutting sessions but it has lasted way beyond that and even made it through the aftermath of the recent Texas ice storm. Lots of downed tree branches. I like it better than my Dewalt pole saw. One of the two batteries that came with mine quit charging after 6 months, but that's my only complaint so far. Thanks for the tip about using Makita batteries. Now I have an excuse to buy yet another battery charger to clutter up my workbench.

  • @Tonedog88
    @Tonedog88 Před rokem

    This was the first video to give me confidence on what I just ordered from Amazon. He did exactly what I bought the saw for, and it went better than I'd expected. Thanks!

  • @kenjuicekrajewski9577
    @kenjuicekrajewski9577 Před 2 lety +3

    Great review. I'm gonna use around the property and out in the woods for the quad trails. Thanks. Way easier then the gas saw and quieter

  • @rogerjustice8835
    @rogerjustice8835 Před rokem +3

    My wife gave my son and I one for Christmas 2 years ago, I almost laughed when I opened it. But I have been using it a lot lately, these things are very useful. One thing I have noticed is when used hard they overheat and shut down, since she bought 2 I just alternate between them when they start getting to hot. These things are great for trimming limbs and cutting up scraps of wood for kindling. Very handy and inexpensive to have around, using makita batteries is something I didn’t know.

    • @richardbowers3647
      @richardbowers3647 Před rokem +1

      Yess, yes!!! Do not buy these!!! Have bought 2 already with the second on it's way. You will have too much free time on your hands by not having to sharpen them!!! Gust saying.

  • @randymiller2460
    @randymiller2460 Před 3 lety +22

    "I have no idea what this is for." Its the safety hand guard for the top of the device. You can even see it in the picture on the operations instructions manual. at 1:29.

    • @TonyWangDesign
      @TonyWangDesign Před 3 lety +2

      You basically don't understand what the hand guard are mainly used for on a chainsaw. It prevents your hand sliding into the moving chains but more importantly the hand guard acts as brake to stop the chain rolling.

    • @Nitecrow314
      @Nitecrow314 Před 3 lety +2

      @@TonyWangDesign You basically didn't understand the point randy miller was making.

    • @ToxicTeemoOCE
      @ToxicTeemoOCE Před 2 lety

      @@TonyWangDesign I don't think the guard on this chainsaw is connected to anything to make the chain stop rolling.

  • @localtime824
    @localtime824 Před 2 lety +1

    Very nice unit. Thanks for cutting the bigger logs, I needed to see that. Works well. 👍🙂

  • @boatymsboatface3929
    @boatymsboatface3929 Před rokem

    I’ve been wondering about this tool. Now I’m giving them for Christmas presents thanks to your review.

  • @AndrewVelonis
    @AndrewVelonis Před 3 lety +9

    I heat with wood, and I use a lot of small wood as well as full size logs, so this would be great for cutting sticks.

  • @dmlchannel3262
    @dmlchannel3262 Před rokem +3

    I have a later version of the same 4" bar tool. It's functional in that it will get the job it was designed for done... but mine tends to bind up fairly frequently even with liberally pre-oiling the chain. More often than not, I just use my Makita 18v XCU10Z 12" chainsaw.

  • @philisbramlett6890
    @philisbramlett6890 Před 2 lety +1

    This is a perfect tool for me . Thank you for such a great video Demonstration the principles of Assembly of the saw itself . You make it simple !
    Demonstrating the Varieties of wood , widths, diameters , and the resulting rough grain. application of the blade assenbly without a safety shut-off ❗ Safety concerned me until You pointed out"The Auto Stop " when the trigger is released. That built my confidence right back up !
    You are terrific . I'll be watching soon !
    Just , let me get one and put it in
    My "Big Girl Tool Box" as I call it .
    I have plenty of work for it to do .

  • @axemanners6643
    @axemanners6643 Před 2 lety

    what a good review; straight to the point, concise and not too many corny jokes neither.

  • @cranktowncity
    @cranktowncity Před 3 lety +53

    Y'know I've never thought those little chainsaws were useful for much more than violently opening boxes, I'm pleasantly surprised!

    • @watchgoose
      @watchgoose Před 3 lety

      the hoof trimmer version from King Arthur's Tools will take off a LOT of old hoof and a small woman can use it.

    • @psyotic007
      @psyotic007 Před 3 lety +5

      someone been watching too much AvE :-P

    • @cjjuszczak
      @cjjuszczak Před 2 lety +2

      @@psyotic007 yep, that one was the Bosch "EasyCut 12" (and i've since learned Bosch have a newer "Advanced cut 18" too :)

    • @rich-qk7dc
      @rich-qk7dc Před 2 lety

      Ave 🤣😂

  • @ginnypowers9373
    @ginnypowers9373 Před 3 lety +6

    Bought one of these and it was working well to trim up a tree in my yard. Then went to change out the chain, and had trouble getting it to maintain the tension and work properly after that. Mine also came with a pair of gloves, so that was nice.

    • @ToxicTeemoOCE
      @ToxicTeemoOCE Před 2 lety +1

      The side cover with the nut locks the tension in place. So have that nut loose, get the tension right, then tighten up the nut.

  • @ChoongYeow
    @ChoongYeow Před 2 lety

    Exactly what i want to know, really detail , straight to the point review, thanks.

  • @FarmerQ
    @FarmerQ Před 2 lety

    THIS IS AWESOME! I love the functionality of this and the usage time!
    Definitely tuning in with the bell for future content!

  • @warrenscorner
    @warrenscorner Před 3 lety +3

    Awesome review! My wife was just asking me if we had a small chainsaw to take camping. Now we do! Plus I usually use my Ryobi reciprocating saw for our municipal gardens. This will be much easier.
    Just to clarify. We do not cut any trees at any campsite. It’s for cutting firewood that we buy for our small fire pit.

  • @33818ual
    @33818ual Před 3 lety +13

    Got mine from amazon with 2 blades,plus two batteries, and a pair of gloves for 75.dollars. and it works GREAT!!!!!

    • @gskyle4822
      @gskyle4822 Před 3 lety

      Got mine from Amazon too. I was expecting it to cut like butter. But it bounces like crazy. I tighten the chain a bit, but it still bounces. Do you have any tips? Never used a chain saw before. Do I suppose to rest the saw on the branch as close to the handle as possible and apply very firm pressure?

    • @Amigatech
      @Amigatech Před 3 lety

      @@gskyle4822 yes, chainsaws are normally heavy, so with this very light tool you do need to apply some pressure. Be careful.

    • @gskyle4822
      @gskyle4822 Před 3 lety +1

      @@Amigatech Thx Amiga! I ve also discovered two critical issues since then. First, i shouldn't have turned the power on before i rest it against the trunk, which led to the 2nd issue where i noticed no matter how gently i press the power button, it always revves up to the highest speed and bounces back. When i forced it to stay on the wood, one of the blades actually chipped off. So, i bought a much cheaper one from Amazon. And Voila, the variable speed actually works - i can start at low RPM and let the chain of blades slowly grab onto the wood before revving it up, bouncing is reduced substantially and it actually cuts now. But this cheap version have no lock button, handle guard, and no reverse button unlike the first one i got which had all the bells and whistles, except it does NOT cut!

    • @Amigatech
      @Amigatech Před 3 lety +2

      @@gskyle4822 Cool! Would you mind posting a link to the one with a variable speed trigger?

  • @davewong1550
    @davewong1550 Před 3 lety +1

    Very informative. This chainsaw is exactly what I am looking for. Thanks so much for making this video.

  • @warrensmith1005
    @warrensmith1005 Před rokem

    I just got mine for Christmas. Im looking forward to using it. Thanks so much for the testing!!!

  • @leettayarlot8154
    @leettayarlot8154 Před 3 lety +20

    Just received the mini chainsaw. Thank goodness I found you on CZcams, because the were no directions in the box . I would have been lost as how to assemble it. I haven't tried it yet, but after watching your video I'm sure it will work fine. By the way I'm a 78 year old woman with not much energy, so this looks like I can do it. ☺️ Greetings from Florida. 🌴😎🌴

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  Před 3 lety +3

      Glad I could help!

    • @doghairdontcarelindaniel7531
      @doghairdontcarelindaniel7531 Před 3 lety +10

      I’m right with ya sister……. We can do it.

    • @laurarichards3848
      @laurarichards3848 Před rokem

      @@doghairdontcarelindaniel7531 Yeah, c'mon, ladies, let's get to it ! "Bout time they came out with something that we can easily use. TIRED TIRED TIRED of waiting on the landlord to tackle large tree limbs that fell around our property. Always wanted to get rid of those many darn limbs soon as they went down, but no, had to wait on the landlord to FINALLY call a tree removal service. Ha ! We don't have to wait for any more men now, girls !

  • @conorhulgraine
    @conorhulgraine Před 3 lety +12

    That thing is a little beast 💪

  • @meagain1238
    @meagain1238 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for that upload very much appreciated I grow a lot of eucalypts white yellow box redgum and they need trimming when young to get them growing up and not out, to get maximum growth from them. Definitely going to get one, as I have about 9 chainsaws and am registered as a forestry plantation and am so impressed with the ease it cuts no rump rump rump brrrrrrrrr with the saw plus I have the makita battery system for trimming younger trees limbs back. Plus with a knock off 9.0 ah makita battery I reckon it’d last for ages. I use one on my makita 18v tyre inflater.

  • @CrimsonRaven51
    @CrimsonRaven51 Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much for your video. I bought one of these a couple of days ago, but the instructions were not clear. Really appreciate the demonstrations.

  • @richardandgillstagg1799
    @richardandgillstagg1799 Před rokem +9

    Thanks for an informative video. I have always been taught however, that the chain should be running on any chainsaw before it is introduced to the wood. If you start it when already touching the wood, it pulls the saw forward and can be dangerous. Particularly with a bigger saw.

  • @samday6621
    @samday6621 Před 3 lety +7

    Surprising!
    You sounded sceptical at the start.
    I’m a landscape gardener and interested how manoeuvrable it’d be in a dense thicket. You attacked the shrub by the gate without hassle, so I’m guessing nothing got in the way, like the safety guard or battery. 👍🏼

    • @emichels
      @emichels Před 3 lety +2

      They come now fully assembled, a bit more powerful. I love mine. You can get them with or without a safety, I got mine without. Only because with the safety, it's much harder to operate as you have to press two buttons at once to get the blade going. I take mine everywhere. Very handy.

  • @joelalleman9591
    @joelalleman9591 Před 2 lety

    i would have loved to have had 1 of these when I was younger and climbed in trees to do very high pruning when all that was available to me at that time was a manual saw !! This thing would have been a great work and timesaver !!!!! I really like this thing , Thanks for sharing !!

  • @JP_IN_TX
    @JP_IN_TX Před 3 lety

    Excellent review and thank you for taking the time to make this video.

  • @cq608
    @cq608 Před 3 lety +8

    I bought one of these and I am absolutely thrilled to have it. I was able to trim a massive amount of bushes and trees branches and the battery was still going. This sure beats using loppers trying to trim branches. I know they seem to look like cheap little tools, but they do work for those smaller branches, and like you showed, you can cut through bigger branches, just take your time. Thumbs up from me.

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for watching!

    • @kenstockton7793
      @kenstockton7793 Před 2 lety

      I did't see you use the oil, i bought one and it didn't have a manual

    • @reneefarrell9690
      @reneefarrell9690 Před 2 lety +1

      @@kenstockton7793 Did you use oil
      I too got no instructions

  • @Toaster808
    @Toaster808 Před 3 lety +8

    I see they updated the voltage on the actual listing. They should have just called it 18V instead of 21V though. And they should fix that 2,000 mah capacity thing. In your video you clearly show that it's a 1,500mah pack, not 2,000. And I'd be really surprised if those "1,500s" were really that.

  • @qwaurk985
    @qwaurk985 Před 2 lety

    Saw an ad for one today and thought it would work nice to practice woodcarving.

  • @optimumperformance
    @optimumperformance Před 3 lety +1

    I have the stihl version of this. Very useful tool on our large property, especially with out 300 trees.

  • @theasiamtmgroup
    @theasiamtmgroup Před 3 lety +4

    Thanks for the review. Here in the UK we have access to Banggood too, although we have different rules for safety under CE. The one we can buy here has a trigger guard switch. I've bought one ...
    The ones we can get here come without battery, but I have Makita 18V batts, so no problems.

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for sharing

    • @sgoredraw1455
      @sgoredraw1455 Před 2 lety

      This would have been the perfect post if it contained a link to said chainsaw

  • @carac8577
    @carac8577 Před 3 lety +13

    I have been eyeing these chainsaws and so glad I saw your review. I'm actually one handed & hate having to continually ask for help with firewood or tree limbs around my property. Tho I have a feeling when I get one my dad or brother's just gunna steal it 😂

    • @robc.5745
      @robc.5745 Před 3 lety +1

      You know when you have good tools you should really keep them locked up in a gun safe for that reason.

  • @circleofowls
    @circleofowls Před 3 lety +1

    Very helpful thanks. I'm still cleaning up after the ice storms in Texas so this would be very useful.

  • @jenbajackson
    @jenbajackson Před 2 lety

    Thanks for an informative review. I appreciate your thoroughness.

  • @leelindsay5618
    @leelindsay5618 Před 2 lety +7

    I got one and liked it so much I bought one for a family member and one for a friend (extended family). The "advertising" on the side is hysterical, but I disengage the battery when walking or carrying for safety, because spinning blades are no joke. Unlike a gas chainsaw, once you stop cutting, you can hear what's going on around you and there is way less fatigue from vibration. My firewood looks awesome this year and is ready for the next Snowpocalypse.

  • @timothydoblinger9905
    @timothydoblinger9905 Před 3 lety +7

    Most important thing you didn't go in to the oiler we need to know how the oiler oils cuz otherwise the chainsaw be junk after two or three uses without an oiler please explain

  • @madigan1323
    @madigan1323 Před 2 lety

    My coworker told me about these and so got excited. Thanks for your thorough review. Now I'm go I g to purchase one to tackle the weed trees in my yard. Up until now I've been using my Dewalt Sawzall

  • @Moroni108
    @Moroni108 Před 2 lety

    That would make a great piece of family camping equipment. Thank you for the video!!

  • @rustypanels1917
    @rustypanels1917 Před 3 lety +9

    Don't hurt Bamboo....It would be good for smaller chainsaw carving,
    or just roughing out any wood sculpture

  • @Nobilangelo
    @Nobilangelo Před 2 lety +4

    I agree very much with your positive review. I bought one of those from Banggood a few days ago, and it has surpassed my expectations. I felled a few small dead trees (trunks up to 100mm) and cut a lot of dead branches in no time.
    I was glad to see in your video that it can indeed take Makita batteries, and vica-versa of course, because that means that the bigger batteries with longer run-times can be used too, and they are readily available. It seems that that 48Vf moniker is a rating of some sort, not a voltage indicator. Mine has 88Vf, and there are others with different numbers, but they are all 18V or 21V.

    • @mondaleify
      @mondaleify Před 2 lety

      That 48Vf is meant to mislead you into believing it is a 48 volt system. It's just some assigned letters and numbers. Buyer Beware! THANKS for clearing up the actual battery content and capacity.

  • @autodidacticartisan
    @autodidacticartisan Před 3 lety +1

    There's a lot of reviewers here on CZcams that would have taken one look at that Tiny Chainsaw and the price tag and they would have written it off as a piece of junk that you found in a cereal box. they would have laughed and complained with every cut they made talking about how it cant cut worth a damn. I appreciate that you were willing to meet the tool where it is and for what it is and give it a fair review regardless of the price tag or the ridiculously small size. you gave it a fair chance and I respect that.
    Five stars

  • @RTAE86
    @RTAE86 Před rokem +2

    Thanks for the review. I'm not a fan of unbranded tools but sometimes I only use certain tools 1 or 2 times a year so there's no point buying more exepensive tools just to be sitting on the shelf all year long.
    Latelly I have been looking for this type of saw but tought that 50/60 bucks was too good to be true but to be honest I think it's perfect for the job. Well at least for me that will use it 1 or 2 times a year for small stuff.

  • @MrGoosePit
    @MrGoosePit Před 3 lety +4

    Your orchard and municipal gardens are now very beautiful thanks to useful china saw! I must have one.

  • @firlottp
    @firlottp Před 2 lety +15

    I have the exact same model, so far its been great for trimming branches and turning them into firewood. I'm surprised at how well it works, how much abuse it will take, and how long its lasted. Finding out it will take Makita batteries was a nice surprise. Thanks for the video!

  • @stevenf1953
    @stevenf1953 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for the review. I have been using hand saws to cut broken limbs and things for years. Now If I can find one, I'll be using it. Old soft maples tree are the worst trees. The limb break off almost every time a high wind blows. Thanks again for the info.

  • @ciernym
    @ciernym Před 2 lety

    Great review! Thanks. I was just thinking about to buy a small chain saw but have been hesitating because of the uncertain origin. Your video has persuaded me to get this.

  • @TikTok-bl1rm
    @TikTok-bl1rm Před 3 lety +3

    It's good. I bought the 6 inch version and am very happy with the tool. One thing though: I won't put my finger on or near the chain while the battery is plugged in. I always remove the battery first before doing so - for example, tensioning the chain. For safety....

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  Před 3 lety +1

      Yeah I did the same thing. Not sure if I mentioned that in the video, but good point!

    • @TikTok-bl1rm
      @TikTok-bl1rm Před 3 lety

      @@MakingStuff The majority of users of this item are sensible enough I think. Still, good to emphasize the point for added safety's sake. Thanks for the video review. Much appreciated.

  • @stephenbland7461
    @stephenbland7461 Před 3 lety +7

    Sounds like a great little chain saw and so cheap. I’ve got a makita battery chain saw already but being able to use a small chainsaw one handed for lighter jobs, like pruning, is very useful. So I’ve purchased one. Thanks for the review.

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  Před 3 lety

      Glad I could help, thanks for watching!

  • @slodown3670
    @slodown3670 Před rokem

    Excellent description. Now I’m going to buy one 👍🏼

  • @zyborg47
    @zyborg47 Před 3 lety +1

    Cheers for the review, I just had one delivered, ordered because of your video. Be great for my conifer trees. I live in the UK and we don't have Bamboo here either :)

  • @tomcunningham9318
    @tomcunningham9318 Před 3 lety +14

    Finally can get my Fallout ripper, just needs a little rust and weathering.

  • @stevehutchesson1321
    @stevehutchesson1321 Před 2 lety +10

    I bought mine from Banggood and it works fine. You have to work out how to adjust the chain tension with the small screw and undoing the side bolt a little first but its easy enough to do. OK for trimming small branches but its really useful at cutting up big cardboard boxes to pack them into a bin. Paid peanuts for it, arrived within a reasonable time frame and it works well. One trick, I lubricate the chain track with a spray can of lithium grease.

    • @nate2838
      @nate2838 Před 2 lety +3

      I never would have thought about using it for cardboard. Nice.

  • @andyrose8642
    @andyrose8642 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for the review, I have seen them advertised but never pursued them for lack of faith in most imported tools.

  • @Stefan_Boerjesson
    @Stefan_Boerjesson Před rokem +1

    I bought one, with 2 batteries, and cut 2" - 3" thick for a few hours. Very handy in tight spaces.

  • @greenurbanislands
    @greenurbanislands Před rokem +3

    Thank you for this very detailed presentation. I very much like the disassembly of the battery -- and the demonstration that the saw functions with a Makita 18volt battery ( I have 7 ). A question. In the past, Makita offered a mini-chainsaw. Did they discontinue the saw due to injuries? A one-handed chainsaw presents an opportunity for an emergency room adventure.
    You demonstrated this saw a year ago. Does it still function? Does the company still offer the saw? I will buy if you respond ( and give you the commission, if any ). Thank you.

  • @roninnovastar1321
    @roninnovastar1321 Před 2 lety +8

    Looks like a toy !! I was blown away at the performance and capability,, Definitely, on my got to get list !! Awesome tool review, thanks for posting !!

  • @leandrewharton2867
    @leandrewharton2867 Před rokem +1

    Excellent Video. Please make sure to follow safety procedures and do not underestimate this tool. Its cute and toy like which could lead to people underestimating it's power and cutting ability.

  • @gybx4094
    @gybx4094 Před 3 lety +2

    Well, I have no use for a mini chainsaw, but I have the Makita LI 36V 14" chainsaw and it's fantastic. I bought 2 pair of batteries and the dual charger. It has "most favored tool" status in my pole barn.

  • @ms.deedee4036
    @ms.deedee4036 Před 3 lety +3

    The device I purchased was the SeeSii brand( $99.00 on Amazon) Which looks just like the one your demonstrating. It went together in the same manner, but it didn't work the same. Not at all. It cut into the branch, which was only 1/2 inch thick. It left a black streak in the groove and smokes a little then froze up. Granted the branches were green, I still expected the same results.

    • @dylanh5056
      @dylanh5056 Před 2 lety

      Sounds like the chain was installed going the wrong way

    • @ms.deedee4036
      @ms.deedee4036 Před 2 lety

      @@dylanh5056 carefully followed the directions. It was marked what went where and how. I feel that it was a dud (refurbished), but not willing to waste time on another one.

  • @simonac688.
    @simonac688. Před 3 lety +13

    I was afraid when you mentioned " if your a hunter" thought youd say ya can cut up your Moose too" 😂

  • @keithbott7703
    @keithbott7703 Před 3 lety

    Just subscribed,love the trial and now will purchase one as I do have small trees and bamboo!

  • @TexazFox666
    @TexazFox666 Před 3 lety +1

    thanks for making a real world product testing video and actually testing t the way it should be properly tested

  • @99unclebob
    @99unclebob Před 3 lety +3

    nice review , i could use this around home with all the maple trees in my yard, this will be good I am a Makita owner of too many tools so i would never use the battery that comes with it, my 5.0 amp hour battery that thing would run longer than i could hold it for, definitely gonna check it out, you can't go wrong for $55 👍

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for watching!

    • @jameskoch7190
      @jameskoch7190 Před 3 lety +1

      Yes you can. You should meet SallySue at the DewDropInn at about 2 am.

    • @jglis3150
      @jglis3150 Před 2 lety

      How do I buy one ?.

  • @a1930ford
    @a1930ford Před 3 lety +7

    I have a similar one, but it lacks the guard shield. It came with 2 batteries and a charger. They weird thing is that so many of them cost almost as much as the unit to replace a battery or get a charger with a battery. That said, I used mine immediately for cutting up fallen branches from a red oak tree so they would go into my totter. It worked like a charm and since I have rheumatoid arthritis, this is a world of help, unlike having to use my larger chain saw. I didn't want something that just took up space in my garage shelfs like my heavier chain saw and this little unit fit that bill quite nicely. Not sure how long a chain will last or the unit itself, but already it has saved me a lot of headache in removing limbs or trimming those shoots from my large holly shrubs.

    • @jimk.1129
      @jimk.1129 Před 3 lety +1

      -be sure to oil your chain plentiful. More is better than little.

  • @ginginthing
    @ginginthing Před 3 lety

    Very useful video. I wanted to see how well these actually worked and u showed me. Thx.

  • @smartkiltedman
    @smartkiltedman Před 2 lety

    I almost returned mine before even trying it....glad I saw your vid. Thank you

  • @BaxterKaleb
    @BaxterKaleb Před 3 lety +3

    I like the end of the video.

  • @AGhostInTheMachine
    @AGhostInTheMachine Před 3 lety +7

    You enjoy chain saw hacks, right? Show us how to rig it up to an extension pole for cutting higher branches, etc?
    And how long did it take to ship?

  • @theonewease
    @theonewease Před 3 lety +1

    I'm getting mine tomorrow! Will use it for everything you just showed! I.E. pruning the apple trees.

  • @fryncyaryorvjink2140
    @fryncyaryorvjink2140 Před 3 lety +1

    I need to get one of these! I'm an assembler, and we have to uncrate riding mowers, huge pain in the ass. I'm definitely getting one, no more hammer and crowbar bs!

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  Před 3 lety

      It has many uses. Thanks for watching!

  • @robinblackman4509
    @robinblackman4509 Před 3 lety +5

    Nice one 👍 thanks for reviewing for us.
    😏I must say tho ,, in the workshop , you constantly start the tool while the blade is resting on material. That's a No No

  • @eggspanda2475
    @eggspanda2475 Před 3 lety +131

    this would be a great tool for collecting debts

    • @davidstorton910
      @davidstorton910 Před 3 lety +20

      I'd pay and I don't even owe you anything

    • @guyrabinowitz
      @guyrabinowitz Před 3 lety +4

      Excellent review and detection of fraud on the battery claim.

    • @mousab9
      @mousab9 Před 3 lety +3

      Cut off their Weiner

    • @guyrabinowitz
      @guyrabinowitz Před 3 lety +4

      @@mousab9 It is incorrect to capitalize "weiner."

    • @mousab9
      @mousab9 Před 3 lety +2

      @@guyrabinowitz sorry 😣

  • @bartsuveges586
    @bartsuveges586 Před 2 lety

    Excellent review covering all aspects of the product. Very well done.

  • @veronicanovitzke1019
    @veronicanovitzke1019 Před rokem

    Broke arm! Needed to clean up dead debris in my yard! So excited that I ordered it!Thanks for the awesome review! 👍👍👍👏👏

  • @nate2838
    @nate2838 Před 2 lety +11

    SAFETY NOTE: the "blade" can slide SIDEWAYS in various conditions (especially when the chain is dull) so be very careful with holding a piece by hand. If I'm not mistaken there are gloves on the market that are designed for saw protection, though i am not sure how well they would work with this as the method used to stop the chain is by clogging the chainsaw clutch with fiber. If anyone has this, chainsaw protection, and is willing to check this (not wearing it during test of course) i'm very curious if saw protection works for this as well.
    That being said, i hope everyone has a great day and enjoys their tools :)

    • @BigDawg771
      @BigDawg771 Před 2 lety +1

      In place of a human finger, our shop teacher always used a hot dog to demonstrate what could happen if you stuck your finger where it didn't belong (a rather graphic and pointed lesson I might add!). 👍 Of course, that was back in the day before there were blade-brake features like some saws/tools have these days! 🤣

  • @trumpdonald6911
    @trumpdonald6911 Před 3 lety +12

    Looks good, just leave the battery disconnected when not in use.

  • @FranBushardt
    @FranBushardt Před 2 měsíci

    I have a similar Mini Saw and An Highly Impressed with it!!

  • @texastwostepper2140
    @texastwostepper2140 Před 3 lety +1

    Just got mine in today, put together and charging. Ready to put it to work tomorrow.

    • @polarbearsrus6980
      @polarbearsrus6980 Před 3 lety

      Well, how did it go?

    • @texastwostepper2140
      @texastwostepper2140 Před 3 lety +1

      @@polarbearsrus6980 It cut very well. About 5 minutes into using it, the chain popped off. The instructions were very vague on how tight it should be, so I probably didn't tighten it enough.

    • @polarbearsrus6980
      @polarbearsrus6980 Před 3 lety

      @@texastwostepper2140 Thanks!

  • @cdl1701
    @cdl1701 Před 3 lety +6

    Marketing embellishment? Call it what it is... flat-out lying but what do you expect from Bangood. Been thinking about getting one of these so thanks for the review!

  • @foxwood67
    @foxwood67 Před 3 lety +3

    AVE has relegated his to opening boxes but he has a Bosch model which Is ridiculously priced.
    Yours was surprisingly useful and had more power than i would have suspected. Perfect for trimming saplings and branches up to 3" diameter. Nice buy

    • @d.e.b.b5788
      @d.e.b.b5788 Před 3 lety

      Yeah, but it's a tiny chainsaw and fun to use. You can't put a price on fun; plus, I got it as a present, so it was FREE!

  • @shilohbell1573
    @shilohbell1573 Před 2 lety

    Awesome review, thank you!

  • @erichowry9356
    @erichowry9356 Před rokem

    Thumbs up! I may have to get one of these!

  • @juliojjesgmailcom
    @juliojjesgmailcom Před 3 lety +4

    I was impressed by the way he pruned the bushes
    after eating the Spinach.

  • @MakingStuff
    @MakingStuff  Před 3 lety +5

    Let me know what you think about this little mini chainsaw! Prices tend to fluctuate on Banggood so check the link bit.ly/2NnWuCe for the current price.

    • @googlefuuplayad9055
      @googlefuuplayad9055 Před 3 lety

      The most important is the mechanism, which looks sturdy..real mini chain 👍...the rest can be modded..
      Very nice Video thx!

    • @rallymax2
      @rallymax2 Před 3 lety

      I have a crazy urge to to get one for my kids for when I’m using a slightly bigger one.

    • @googlefuuplayad9055
      @googlefuuplayad9055 Před 3 lety +1

      @@rallymax2 nice idea, but be aware, it can also cut fingers, arms, toes....

    • @rallymax2
      @rallymax2 Před 3 lety

      @@googlefuuplayad9055 thanks for the concern.
      Totally agree it’s a death or injury magic wand.
      If I did get it I would be right there with them. Didn’t mean to suggest they would be doing it alone unsupervised.

    • @googlefuuplayad9055
      @googlefuuplayad9055 Před 3 lety +1

      @@rallymax2 sure didn't thought of that too.👍cool!
      After safety lesson and training your kids can be more experienced and safer than others without this knowledge.
      I would have loved this device when younger, ...but chainsaw accidents happen quickly and final.
      But shurely a funny real saw

  • @jaimeriquelme6727
    @jaimeriquelme6727 Před rokem

    Good on ya mate, excelente review. Thanks from Sydney. Cheers.

  • @I_Am_Victor
    @I_Am_Victor Před 3 lety

    Now that's handy tool to have! Good Presentation 😎👍