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Oregon 20 in. 81 Link ControlCut

Oregon 20 in. 81 Link ControlCut

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$30.99at Blain's Farm & FleetChecked 55 min ago

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  • Best price today: $30.99 at Blain's Farm & Fleet (checked Nov 11, 2026).
  • Checked at 3 stores.

Our take on the Oregon 20 in. 81 Link ControlCut

The Oregon ControlCut is a 20-inch, 81-drive-link replacement chain for 3/8-inch-pitch, .050-gauge bars, the common setup on mid-size homeowner saws. Its Micro Chisel cutters have small-radius working corners and a low-kickback profile, so it cuts cleanly while staying forgiving for less experienced users. It is built for occasional work — limbing, storm cleanup, firewood — rather than daily professional felling. Against full-chisel pro chains it trades some raw speed for smoother, safer cutting and longer edge life in dirty wood.

Best forHomeowners and property owners cutting firewood and limbsLandscapers doing occasional cleanup workSaws set up with a 20-inch, 3/8-inch-pitch, .050-gauge barBuyers who want a low-kickback chain for safer handling
Pros
  • Low-kickback, low-vibration Micro Chisel cutters
  • Small-radius corners hold an edge well in clean wood
  • Lubri-Tec oiling channels oil to rivets and the bar
  • Rust- and corrosion-resistant finish
  • 81 drive links fit many 20-inch homeowner bars
Cons
  • Not a full-chisel chain, so slower than pro cutters
  • 81-link count must match the bar exactly
  • Needs sharpening with the correct file size
  • Occasional-use chain, not built for daily commercial felling

Oregon 20 in. 81 Link ControlCut prices at every store

  • Blain's Farm & FleetNew

    In stock

    $30.99Checked 55 min ago
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  • Tractor Supply CoNew

    In stock

    $28.99+ $13.99 shippingChecked 55 min ago
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  • Ace HardwareNew

    In stock

    $36.99+ $15.00 shippingChecked 55 min ago
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Oregon 20 in. 81 Link ControlCut price history

Lowest price we've seen: $28.99 on Nov 11 at Tractor Supply Co. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

Owners of mid-size homeowner saws generally report clean, smooth cutting and less vibration than the chain it replaced. Complaints center on fit — the 81-link count and gauge must match the bar — and on slower speed than full-chisel chains.

What people mention
  • Cutting speedMixedOwners say it cuts cleanly but slower than full-chisel chains.
  • VibrationPraisedUsers report less vibration and a smoother feel than the chain it replaced.
  • KickbackPraisedThe low-kickback design is described as confidence-inspiring for occasional users.
  • FitCriticisedBuyers stress that the 81-link count and .050 gauge must match the bar exactly.
  • Edge lifeMixedIt holds up in clean wood but dulls quickly in dirty or sandy cutting.

From Tractor Supply Co

  • Low-vibration, low-kickback Micro Chisel cutters with small-radius working corners
  • Certified low kickback
  • Built-in Lubri-Tec automatic oiling system delivers oil to key parts of the chain
  • Designed for occasional users like property owners and landscapers
  • Rust/corrosion resistant
Materials
Steel
Fit
Fits several Stihl models including 024, 026, 026P, 028, 029, 030, 031, 032, 034, 036, MS 260, MS 270, MS 271, MS 280, MS 290 and more
Guarantee
Limited Lifetime warranty

About the Oregon 20 in. 81 Link ControlCut

The Oregon 20 in. 81 Link ControlCut is a replacement saw chain with 81 links for 20-inch guide bars. It uses Micro Chisel cutters with small-radius working corners, which give low vibration and low kickback. The chain is certified low kickback.

A built-in Lubri-Tec automatic oiling system delivers oil to key parts of the chain. The chain is made of steel with rust- and corrosion-resistant materials. It is designed for occasional users such as property owners and landscapers.

Length
20 in.
Links
81
Cutter type
Micro Chisel
Kickback
Certified low kickback
Oiling
Built-in Lubri-Tec automatic oiling system
Material
Steel, rust/corrosion resistant
Intended use
Occasional users, such as property owners and landscapers
Fits
Several Stihl models, including 024, 026, 026P, 028, 029, 030, 031, 032, 034, 036, MS 260, MS 270, MS 271, MS 280 and MS 290

Questions and answers

Will this fit my 20-inch saw?
Only if your bar takes 3/8-inch-pitch chain, .050 gauge, with 81 drive links. Check the numbers stamped on the bar before buying.
Is this a low-kickback chain?
Yes. The Micro Chisel cutters and small-radius corners are certified low kickback, which suits occasional users and safer handling.
How is it different from a full-chisel chain?
Full-chisel cuts faster in clean wood but is more aggressive and less forgiving. This chain trades some speed for smoother, safer cutting.
What file do I need to sharpen it?
Use the round file size Oregon specifies for Micro Chisel 3/8-inch-pitch chain, and keep the file guide at the marked angle. Match the file to the cutter, not to the bar length.
Is it good for professional daily use?
It is aimed at property owners and landscapers doing occasional work. Full-time felling crews usually run full-chisel pro chain instead.
Where is the Oregon 20 in. 81 Link ControlCut cheapest?
At Blain's Farm & Fleet, for $30.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Oregon 20 in. 81 Link ControlCut?
3 stores we checked sell it, including Tractor Supply Co, Blain's Farm & Fleet, Ace Hardware.

Stores we've priced the Oregon 20 in. 81 Link ControlCut at

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