Full Chisel Chain

Full chisel chain has a square working corner that cuts faster in clean, softwood timber. It is the preferred cutter for professional users who want maximum speed on clean wood and are prepared to file more often.

Choose from our ready made loops and reels by pitch, gauge and drive-link count. This collection includes Oregon EXL / PowerCut, Stihl Rapid Super (RS) and Panther full-chisel chain. Match the stamp on your bar first: pitch, gauge, then the exact number of drive links.

For a chain that holds an edge longer in dirty or barked wood see our semi-chisel chain collection and the full chisel vs semi-chisel guide. For cutting with the grain, use ripping chain instead.

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What is full-chisel chain

Full-chisel cutters have a sharp 90° square corner where the top plate meets the side plate. They shear wood rather than scooping it, which gives faster cutting speed in clean timber. The sharp corner loses its edge more quickly in dirt, bark or grit and needs more frequent filing.

On this site, full-chisel includes:

  • Oregon 73EXL / 75EXL (PowerCut) and related full-skip versions
  • Stihl Rapid Super (RS) and Picco Super (PS)
  • Panther full-chisel and full-skip lines

How to choose the right loop

  1. Read pitch and gauge from the bar or old chain (.325", 3/8", .404" or 1/4"; .043–.063").
  2. Count drive links. Do not order one link unless you are buying a reel.
  3. Stay in this collection if you want the square-corner cutter for maximum speed on clean wood.

Who this collection is for

Buy full-chisel if you cut clean softwood, want the fastest cutting speed, and are prepared to file more often. It is the preferred choice for many professional users working on clean timber.

Do not use this collection for dirty, barked or gritty wood if you want longer edge life — use semi-chisel instead. For cutting with the grain, use the ripping range.

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