Which chainsaw chaps do you like?

[2000ssm6]

I'm going to need some here shortly. I've been to lowes and looked at the blue Huskys for $57. I'm going to look at the Stihls Monday.
I want the best because I need my legs to walk
thanks

 

[aquan8tor]

I'm pretty sure that the labonville chaps are the only class A rated ones; not sure. I have the green bailey's chaps.

 

[tawilson]

I've got a pair of the Husky's, the green Baileys, and the Stihl winter pants. Of the three, the Husky is the most flexible and comfortable, but that may be at a sacrifice in protection, I dunno.

 

[trimmmed]

I like the labonville full wraps. Good product and they have a forum here, if you want to ask them a question.

http://www.arboristsite.com/forumdisplay.php?f=71

 

[keith c raymond]

If you want max protection,I believe Labonville and Stihl offer 9 layer chaps.I have 6 layer Husky chaps and Husky winter pants.

 

[dnhll]

I just picked up a pair of labonville full wraps. I really like them, although I haven't "tested" them. Chaps are kinda like condoms. Talking about how great they doesn't make a lot of sense until you know whether she is pregnant.

 

[Timberhauler]

I've got a pair of these saw chap overalls.I am not sure of the brand or level of protection,someone gave them to me.....I like em'.They are light enough to be cool in the summer

 

[IchWarriorMkII]

I've got some of the Bailey's Chaps coming in, infortunately they have not arrived yet.

 

[PA Plumber]

I currently have a pair of the Labonville chaps. They are a bit heavy but are fine for this time of year. I am not a logger so can't comment on what is most comfortable for 40 to 60 hrs a week. I do like the Class A rating. I haven't "tested" mine yet either!

 

[sesmith]

I have a set of the Bailey's green chaps. I did "test" them so, unfortunately, they had to be replaced. They worked...not a scratch on me. I replaced them with the Labonville chaps. I like the Labonville's better because the outer shell (I believe it's cordura) seems tougher than the shell on the Bailey's and less likely to be damaged by brush. They are also reversible (the Bailey's are not). Labonville also advertised them as 6 ply (Bailey's 4 ply). They are well made. The Bailey's chaps worked when I needed them so I can't fault them a bit.

Scott

 

[zemmo]

I have a set of the Bailey's green chaps. I did "test" them so, unfortunately, they had to be replaced. They worked...not a scratch on me. I replaced them with the Labonville chaps. I like the Labonville's better because the outer shell (I believe it's cordura) seems tougher than the shell on the Bailey's and less likely to be damaged by brush. They are also reversible (the Bailey's are not). Labonville also advertised them as 6 ply (Bailey's 4 ply). They are well made. The Bailey's chaps worked when I needed them so I can't fault them a bit.

Scott

Glad you had 'em on! I also have the green Bailey's chaps, and I like them pretty well. Not crazy about the fit, but at least they're not terrifically hot. I have a problem with heat, sometimes. Glad to hear they work.

 

[TooTall999]

I bought the Elvex chaps..so far so good...haven't "tested" them yet...and hope I never do

 

[OLY-JIM]

Stihl Chaps

I have a set of Stihl Chaps, so far I like them just fine. Decent flexibility. Stihl offers them with 6 or 9 layers of Engtex protection depending on your wants. They're made of cordura material, are machine washable and oil/water resistant. I paid $69.99 for mine. I haven't tested them as of yet. Stihl also offers full-wraps with the same option in layers of protection. I haven't tried any of the other brands mentioned in this thread and therefore can't comment on them. Good Luck!

 

[fishhuntcutwood]

I've got the green chaps from Bailey's for firewood, an use the Labonville pads inside my Filson pants for working timber.

You might try a search on here as well. This has been discussed at length before. Plenty of good reading to be had.

Jeff

 

[wahoowad]

I recently bought some labonville wrap chaps . They have heavy duty snaps and feel quite secure when strapped on. In fact, I quickly forget they are on. I strongly recommend them.

 

[2000ssm6]

Thanks for the input guys!!

 

[Slamm]

I log and use the Husky Blues, I have "used" them a couple times on my left thigh, stopped a 660 twice. I like them for the obvious chainsaw protection, but in addition to that, the chaps save your regular clothes from burrs, dirt, thorns and such.

Sam

 

[SinglerM]

9 layer chaps

I bought Stihl 9 layer chaps. At the time, the dealer mentioned to me that for bigger saws, you'd want 9 layers, smaller saws, 6 layers. Sounded reasonable to me. So I went with the 9 layer.

Take care,
Mitch

 

[robby26wi]

Just ordered 2 pairs of the Labonville chaps so hopefully we like em..

 

[Leebo]

Just ordered 2 pairs of the Labonville chaps so hopefully we like em..

You will.