Evening everyone. I'm not normally a big poster, but read this site a lot (usually in the Kubota forum). I don't see a lot of information on here regarding the Makita 6401.
I just bought one from Home Depot for what I think is an average price for this new saw. I read every review for equivalent Husky or Stihl saws, but honestly didn't want to shell out $700. For $200 less I am happy to get into what by most accounts a quality saw. It is my first big chainsaw and I can't wait to get out there and use the L3700 to pull logs and the 6401 to get them to stove size!
I've read some reviews on AS, but TBN is more my style and I'd appreciate some first hand experience and advice with this saw. Everyone here just seems to have rock solid contributions to great discussions.
So, what is TBN's opinion of the 6401?
I just bought one from Home Depot for what I think is an average price for this new saw. I read every review for equivalent Husky or Stihl saws, but honestly didn't want to shell out $700. For $200 less I am happy to get into what by most accounts a quality saw. It is my first big chainsaw and I can't wait to get out there and use the L3700 to pull logs and the 6401 to get them to stove size!
I've read some reviews on AS, but TBN is more my style and I'd appreciate some first hand experience and advice with this saw. Everyone here just seems to have rock solid contributions to great discussions.
So, what is TBN's opinion of the 6401?