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Looking to buy a new saw

Discussion in 'Chainsaws and Power Equipment' started by Paul Bunyan, Nov 7, 2014.

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  1. Paul Bunyan

    Paul Bunyan

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    Looking at the Jonsered saws at Tractor Supply . Are they any good ?
     
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    Depends. Which one are you looking at?
    I wouldn't mind a new 2260... Or a 2188. :D
     
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    2166 is a pro saw. I would use a online dealer or other lock dealer if you're considering tractor supply.
     
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    ... Or a 2172.
     
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    Welcome to FHC Paul Bunyan! !!

    For $399, the 2166 is a great saw! They can be made into a 2172 pretty easily. :)
     
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    Ive never run a 2166 lol..... but its a very solid pro grade platform.
     
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    I was looking at the 2255 I cut 2 to 3 cords a year
     
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    The ms362 is awesome.:saw::vulture::saw:
     
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    X2 on the MS362, take a look at the Husky Ranchers. Won't break the bank and for three cords a year will be a good saw.
     
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    I just looked on line at the 2258 and 2260 what's the price tag on them ?
     
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    You can get the 455 for under 400
     
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    Welcome to FHC! 70 cc nice choice and nice price on it too... How big of wood do you handle in those 2-3 cords a year? We do have a Jonsered Dealer here, that might be able to help you out on your selection, plus he might have a better deal too. He's a great guy to talk to, his name Terry from Wicked Worksaws. Good luck on the hunt!
     
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    I cut die standing oak on state land you pay 25$ a day and you can cut a cord of dry die standing oak with no branches 6" to 14" round . I would like to talk to Terry how do I find him ?
     
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    Buy a pro built saw, e.g. 2166 or the like, don't mess with a homeowner saw, from a big box store!
     
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    Where are you in the NE? Very good 'HONEST' dealer
    Husqvarna-Jonsered

    Ashokan Turf and Timber

    845-657-6395
    Ask for Bob, the owner, tell him KilliansRedLeo sent you.
     
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    Here you go...

    tlandrum
    http://www.wickedworksaw.com/
    423-346-5399
     
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    +1 on dealing with Bob at Ashokan!
     
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    Yes Jred saws are good, but learn the models. Get one with a metal case, not a plastic homeowner saw. You don't need a huge saw either, 50-60cc is what I use most of the time... The 2252/53 would be fine for that size wood. Or a 2258/60 if you want a larger saw.
     
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    Cale/bloodingtheice is also a jonsered dealer in Ny also. The 2258 is probably around $500 +-$50 from memory.
     
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