Same here. I've had mine for about 8 years now and it's never given me problems (knock on wood). OP: Get some pro chains for it, not the big box store replacements. Congrats on the saw.
Good point, yes I use full chisel vs the safety chain you get at the stores. But don't be afraid to wear the safety chain out that it came with.
I purchased a Husky 450 E earlier this year. I really like it. I got when they had a promotion and it covers the engine for 4 years from date of purchase. I got it at our local family owned hardware and mill, they are on the 4th generation there! Enjoy!
Google says 12.8 for the 455 11.3 for the 450. I remember being surprised at how much more it weighed than the 450 for such a small difference
Nice looking addition to the firewood gathering tools. Be sure and keep a sharp chain and feed it good ethanol free mix, and it should last you for many years.
What size bar did you get? I have the same saw, works great. Original chain isn't my favorite. Mine came with the 20" bar. I'm thinking about getting the 16".
