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Recommend a chain saw?

2K views 31 replies 23 participants last post by  kirgi08 
#1 ·
Not looking to fell 300 acres of redwoods. I just wanted to add a quailty chainsaw to my tool repertoire - something reasonably durable that could pull useful duty clearing downed branches and trees from a driveway or road after the passage of a "severe weather event," such as high-winds, a severe thunderstorm or tornado, or a bad ice storm.

For at least the last four winters in this area, we've seen late-February ice storms pass through which break off all sorts of really large branches, even without taking the tree itself down ... Some have dragged down power lines, blocked driveways and side-streets, and more than once hit roofs and garages.

Thanks in advance, ... :smoking:
 
#6 ·
Must've missed it. Will do. Thanks!
 
#3 ·
Not so much brand but construction.
Get a magnesium cased Stihl, Husqvarna or Jonsered 50cc saw and you will be set for life and pass it on to a family member
 
#7 ·
#8 ·
I really like Stihl, but there may be others just as good that I'm not familiar with.
 
#9 ·
As with the posters above i'd get a Stihl. I have a Stihl MS390(64cc) w/a20" bar and have been very pleased.
 
#19 ·
The replies are excellent advise. BUT service after the sale is very important as is the availability of parts etc. Having gone thru several brands, the two listed above are my goto's. AND make sure the after sale service or maintenance is performed by a skilled and knowledgeable repair person not a sales clerk on commission. YOUR care and feeding of the saw is VERY important! Check with the small engine repair places for their recommendations.
 
#17 ·
The best chainsaw I have ever owned is a Husqvarna
 
#20 ·
I have owned dozens of chain saws. Worn out a ton of them in my logging years. Go with Stihl or Husky. Don't buy the box store version. get a Pro model.
 
#21 ·
I was bucking up a wind blown spruce last night for my bonfire. Used my Stihl ms250. Didn't need the work horse MS 460 Magnum for this job. Bonfire was a success, as was the sauna afterwards.
 
#23 ·
Guys, thanks for all your suggestions! Will be looking at the models mentioned over the next two weeks.
 
#25 ·
STIHL ( 250 - 18 inch )
yep it cost more . . . . . . and when you still have it and it still runs perfect
after 5 - 6 years . . . . . thats why.

Been there done that. Stihl have it :)
 
#26 ·
+1 for Stihl. I have one and it always starts within a few pulls.
 
#28 ·
Awesome! :laughabove: :thumbsup:
 
#29 · (Edited)
Way back when I needed a chainsaw and was going to buy a cheap one at a retail chain store. My wife convinced me to spend more and buy a Stihl* 25 years later that saw is still running strong. I've cut a lot of wood with it over the years including 3 big oaks and 2 big maples last August. It was very good investment.

*The model name has long since worn off the blade and my memory is hazy but O29 Farm Boss sticks in my mind.
 
#30 ·
Stihl is the best I've had, but expensive.

For an inexpensive saw check out the better Echo saws. I bought a couple different size ones reconditioned from Home Depot. They run like a champ and are easy to get parts and service for through most mower/ chainsaw shops. I bought one with a 20 inch bar for under $200. Very good saw.

Whatever you do, do not buy sears Craftsman. They all suck.
 
#31 ·
I had a cheepo chain saw - which went the way of the Dinosaurs this past Spring and I am going to finally replace it.

Been looking at this - https://www.stihlusa.com/products/chain-saws/homeowner-saws/ms250/
I have heard several of you folks mention this brand/model, what do you think? I would like to spend some money -once- and forget about it.

Let me know what you think.

Thanks
 
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