gas or electric pole saw recomendations

Woodcab · Nov 10, 2004

I have been thinking a chain saw style pole saw would sure beat the heck out of the manual saw I use now. Any advice or recomendations would be appreciated.
Thanks

DmansPadge · Nov 10, 2004

Once you use one, you'll be glad you bought it. I would go with a gas powered one unless you have a really small yard. I would look at a Stihl, Honda, and Husqvarna.

Bellville · Nov 11, 2004

Go with the gas if you can, I have an Echo PPT 260 and have found to be a good tool. I am sure others are good as well, I just happen to have a very good Echo dealer by me and his service reallly makes the difference.

JDGREEN4ME · Nov 13, 2004

If I needed to use one more I would have bought gas. Went with electric since I only use it a couple times a year. Haven't had any problems.

RSKY · Nov 13, 2004

I had an electric unit that was very handy but it was destroyed and I repaced it with Stihl with the 4-Mix engine. I like it because of the easy starting and the fact that it will sit and idle all day. My neighbor bought a Shindiawa which he likes. The Stihl and Echo have an extendable pole and are heavy. The Shindiawa and Husky have a two piece pole that breaks apart for storage or transport. They are lighter. I don't think you could go wrong with any of the name brand pole saws. Just buy from a good dealer that is close by. Unless you cut firewood you will find that you will use it as much if not more than your regular chain saw.

normde2001 · Nov 14, 2004

If you have a Ryobi, Ryan, IDC, or any line trimmer that accepts attachments, Home Depot carries a chain saw attachment for $100 that looks pretty good. I bought one, but have not tried it yet. I believe it is made by "Homelite".

Kyle_in_Tex · Nov 14, 2004

I've had one of these now for three years and it still works like new. I have the style where you can change attachments (M230). It is a very high quality product and is considered commercial grade.

http://www.shindaiwa.com/

Woodcab · Nov 16, 2004

Thanks for the advice. I have a local Stihl dealer that has sold me chain saws in the past that I will go talk to. Sounds like gas is the way to go. More $, but probably much more satisfying as I have a lot of trimming to do.

P.S. Tractor arrived today, details to come in the NH forum soon.