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Which new chainsaw to buy?

Discussion in 'Chainsaws and Power Equipment' started by Juniper Hill, Apr 15, 2020.

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  1. JCMC

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    Go to all the saw dealers in your area ask to handle the saws maybe even try some out choose the one that fits you best. I would definitely go with a pro saw in the 70cc class after all you have the 50cc saw for lighter work.
     
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    Nice to change the mind sometimes. Lurking at posts on battery saws and YouTube reviews, they're looking more and more functional for
    what most of us do. The major tool manufacturers - Husky, Stihl, Milwaukee, Makita, DeWalt, and all--are making some powerful battery saws.
    While not so for pro loggers and firewood sellers, the longer work time and torque and quiet make sense. Our gas saws are running when you put them down,
    weigh more, need the usual maintenance and fuel. When the rotator cuff blow out, try starting a gas saw.
    An arborist friend is using them now climbing, but his ground guys still use gas.
    Interesting developments.
     
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    IE evolution... progress...

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    The answer to everyone’s problems...and it’s fur sail


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    That 044 is scratched and dented. Needs refinishing.
     
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  8. huskihl

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    No sir, not yet.
     
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    I’m asking $450. Completely disassembled, cleaned and rebuilt. It has a hiway handlebar and seals in it. New OEM bearings
     
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    What say you Juniper Hill Any interest?
     
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    Sorry boys...couldn’t help myself.
     
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    Friend Ken the builder needs a new saw.
    Any opinions about Dolmar ? He's looking at a 5100 used.
    50 cc ( MS261 16" ) is now my go to saw for everything. Light enough for trail work, harvesting the 6-8 cords/year, clearing.
    Don't call it "light".:saw:
     
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    Nope. But I’ve got 4 more that can have...
     
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    24” Tsumura lightweight
     
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    Tempting but not while wife is on unemployment :headbang:
     
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    Nope. Going for new
     
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    See.... that’s why some people never really get infected with CAD! They think need has something to do with buying another saw.:picard:
     
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