Chain saw recommendation

[Slamfire]

For real heavy work I've got a Stihl 066 with 24" bar, but around the house use a Husky 51/16". I do have a Craftsman electric for climin' up into trees with, I like the fact that it stops when I let up on the trigger. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

 

[Slamfire]

For real heavy work I've got a Stihl 066 with 24" bar, but around the house use a Husky 51/16". I do have a Craftsman electric for climin' up into trees with, I like the fact that it stops when I let up on the trigger. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

 

[Boondox]

This seems to be a topic that often leads to brand wars. I currently own a Husky and a Stihl, but have used and liked a Jonsered in the past. My advice would be to focus on the features you want (power to weight ratio, HP, bar length, compression release for ease of starting, ease of adjusting chain tension, etc). Don't get a huge saw just because it's macho; you need to be able to handle it safely!

After you settle on the features, talk to the guys at your local shop. I mean a place that sells and services them, not a big box store. Ask what they prefer and why.

Educate yourself first, then choose. A good chainsaw can completely change the way you look at a forest! /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

Pete

 

[Boondox]

This seems to be a topic that often leads to brand wars. I currently own a Husky and a Stihl, but have used and liked a Jonsered in the past. My advice would be to focus on the features you want (power to weight ratio, HP, bar length, compression release for ease of starting, ease of adjusting chain tension, etc). Don't get a huge saw just because it's macho; you need to be able to handle it safely!

After you settle on the features, talk to the guys at your local shop. I mean a place that sells and services them, not a big box store. Ask what they prefer and why.

Educate yourself first, then choose. A good chainsaw can completely change the way you look at a forest! /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

Pete

 

[JimR]

Since 1973 I have owned Homelites, McCullochs, a Poulan, Husky's and a Stihl. I have settled down to the Husky 55 Rancher with an 18 & 20 inch bars a 262 XP with 24 and 28 inch bars and a Stihl 120 16" bar for limbing downed trees. I also have a small McCulloch Professional saw with a top handle for doing up in the tree limbing work around the property. The Husky's and Stihl saws will outcut any Homelite, Poulan or cheap saws on the market. As mentioned above by Boondox. You need to find out what size saw that you really need. Too small will make you work harder. Too big will tire you out quicker. The new Husky 455 is a great saw and the replacemnet for the 55 Rancher. This saw is a medium weight saw that will not tire you out. With a 20 inch bar you can cut through a lot of different size trees with it. Good luck with your search. A dealer that does repair work will tell you which saws not to by. They know the lemons on the market.

 

[JimR]

Since 1973 I have owned Homelites, McCullochs, a Poulan, Husky's and a Stihl. I have settled down to the Husky 55 Rancher with an 18 & 20 inch bars a 262 XP with 24 and 28 inch bars and a Stihl 120 16" bar for limbing downed trees. I also have a small McCulloch Professional saw with a top handle for doing up in the tree limbing work around the property. The Husky's and Stihl saws will outcut any Homelite, Poulan or cheap saws on the market. As mentioned above by Boondox. You need to find out what size saw that you really need. Too small will make you work harder. Too big will tire you out quicker. The new Husky 455 is a great saw and the replacemnet for the 55 Rancher. This saw is a medium weight saw that will not tire you out. With a 20 inch bar you can cut through a lot of different size trees with it. Good luck with your search. A dealer that does repair work will tell you which saws not to by. They know the lemons on the market.

 

[johnk]

All saws work as long as you don't hit the dirt. Always keep your chain sharp for safety and pleasure reasons. Heres my arsenal..

 

[johnk]

All saws work as long as you don't hit the dirt. Always keep your chain sharp for safety and pleasure reasons. Heres my arsenal..

 

[johnk]

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[johnk]

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