My two Stihl's.

[LD1]

Wow. Clearly there is a case of mistaken identity on who is "uninformed" and "absurd". I never indicated that Stihl "was the best" that was your interpretation. I merely stated that I was a" huge fan"....similar to being a huge fan of blondes, brunettes, and redheads.
I for one would not claim which one of those is the best!!! Keep it light and enjoy life LD1.....

And I never said, that you said "stihl is best". That wasnt even said until 4 or 5 posts later after coyote machine and myself were going back and forth. And at that point, it was no longer about your post (for me anyways).

here is what I said the FIRST time the "stihl is best" thing came up.

TOO many "weekend warriors" thing the 290 is a "pro" saw and that it is one of the best stihls made (because it is their most popular). ANd this simply isnt the case. Actually, most "pros" dislike the 290, me being one of them. But it does have its place.

I am just trying to say that making a comment to the effect "stihl equipment is the best", when all you have ran is a 290, is obsurd.

That comment had nothing to do with you. Just other comments of the "like" that I have heard over the years and them comments are completely unfounded.

And NOT saying you are one of them, but comments like that^^^ are clearly from people who are indeed uninformed. And the term un-informed means NO disrespect to anyone. It just means that dont have enough information yet to really understand where a guy like me is comming from.

And yes, I know you didnt say "stihl is best". Read my first reply to your post. I know exactally what you said. But it seems no one knows what I said. Because all of these other comments occured MUCH later in the thread between coyote machine and myself. And you never did answer the question if you have ran any other stihl saws? I WAS trying to keep it light. For all I knew, you had a 660 and wanted something smaller:confused2: That is why I asked.

 

[Coyote machine]

And I never said, that you said "stihl is best". That wasnt even said until 4 or 5 posts later after coyote machine and myself were going back and forth. And at that point, it was no longer about your post (for me anyways).

here is what I said the FIRST time the "stihl is best" thing came up.



That comment had nothing to do with you. Just other comments of the "like" that I have heard over the years and them comments are completely unfounded.

And NOT saying you are one of them, but comments like that^^^ are clearly from people who are indeed uninformed. And the term un-informed means NO disrespect to anyone. It just means that dont have enough information yet to really understand where a guy like me is comming from.

And yes, I know you didnt say "stihl is best". Read my first reply to your post. I know exactally what you said. But it seems no one knows what I said. Because all of these other comments occured MUCH later in the thread between coyote machine and myself. And you never did answer the question if you have ran any other stihl saws? I WAS trying to keep it light. For all I knew, you had a 660 and wanted something smaller:confused2: That is why I asked.

Like a rock.

 

[Bud Soda]

Don't you guys have some wood to cut or something

And I never said, that you said "stihl is best". That wasnt even said until 4 or 5 posts later after coyote machine and myself were going back and forth. And at that point, it was no longer about your post (for me anyways).

here is what I said the FIRST time the "stihl is best" thing came up.



That comment had nothing to do with you. Just other comments of the "like" that I have heard over the years and them comments are completely unfounded.

And NOT saying you are one of them, but comments like that^^^ are clearly from people who are indeed uninformed. And the term un-informed means NO disrespect to anyone. It just means that dont have enough information yet to really understand where a guy like me is comming from.

And yes, I know you didnt say "stihl is best". Read my first reply to your post. I know exactally what you said. But it seems no one knows what I said. Because all of these other comments occured MUCH later in the thread between coyote machine and myself. And you never did answer the question if you have ran any other stihl saws? I WAS trying to keep it light. For all I knew, you had a 660 and wanted something smaller:confused2: That is why I asked.

 

[PLUMMER]

Stihl is the best hands down, everything else including non-stihl owners are just wanna beez. :thumbsup:

 

[DNC]

I have a 290 and my wife has a 180. They both have been great saws. I'm upset to learn my saws are inferior. If I ever become a professional logger, maybe I'll upgrade to a more suitable saw.

 

[two_bit_score]

Stihl is the best hands down, everything else including non-stihl owners are just wanna beez. :thumbsup:

:thumbsup:

 

[JimRB]

What I like the best is equipment that I can get parts for. There are some brands people like that I do not see in the stores I visit. Even at the one arborist store I visit. Not because I am an arborist but because I do need things once in a while and they have quality things I might like to own. There are brands and models people mention I have never seen but again my saws are more for fun then for "work." I have no fireplace and of my 9.3 acres only .3 or so has trees on it. But I do go off to do trail building where my toys are helpful.

I have an old Honda mower. Actually my second Honda mower. My current Honda might be 15+ years old. I got it used like the former Honda or the Snapper. My Snapper is probably 30 years old. I can find parts for the mowers either locally or via the internet. Never any rush if the mowers break down. For me being able to find parts and reliabilty are my two key features.

 

[LD1]

Stihl is the best hands down, everything else including non-stihl owners are just wanna beez. :thumbsup:

Sounds like a comment from someone who has never ran anything but a stihl.

There are a lot of good saws on the market. And the best for one may not be the best for another. But I certainly wouldnt say "stihl is the best hands down"

To me, that screams of a person who is "un-informed" as I eluded to earlier.

I dont like these "brand" bashing comments with nothing to even back it up. Its like the classic ford vs checy vs dodge.

Stihl does make fine equipment. And in certain classes, they can be considered at the top. But to say they are the best across the board is non-sense.

BTW, Plummer, what "stihl" saws do you have in your stable??

 

[The Deerslayer]

I have a 290 and my wife has a 180. They both have been great saws. I'm upset to learn my saws are inferior. If I ever become a professional logger, maybe I'll upgrade to a more suitable saw.

Don't be upset at all. As long as you are pleased with them that is all that matters. I have the same two saws and they are excellent for what I need them for......and I use them extensively for firewood harvesting to heat my home every year.

I have realized there is no value getting into a debate here....live and let live.

 

[DNC]

Thanks deerslayer, but I was being sarcastic. I was implying that not everyone needs a pro saw. Bigger is not always better.(let me check with my wife on that).