Original Makita 165245-8 — 12" Guide Bar (0.043" gauge, 3/8" pitch). Built as an original Makita replacement bar, this 12‑inch laminated steel guide features a slim contour and small-radius sprocket nose to reduce kickback and improve maneuverability; gauge is .043" and pitch is 3/8".

Precision-machined sprocket nose and oil‑retaining design help extend chain and bar life under regular cutting loads, while the narrow kerf improves cutting efficiency for pruning, firewood and general property maintenance.

Fits many Makita chainsaws — for example, it’s listed for models such as DUC302, DUC306, DUC353, DUC355, DUC400 and DUC405, and is also referenced for several Makita XCU (LXT) cordless and corded/gas saw families.

Sold as part number 165245-8 (also shown as 1652458/165245 8 in some parts listings), this genuine Makita guide bar is a direct-replacement option that appears in Makita spare parts listings for compatible saws.

Perfect for repair shops or homeowners who need reliable power tool parts to restore cutting performance quickly — straightforward to install and sized to work with low‑profile chains that match the bar’s drive-link count.

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