Thread: Opinions Please--new saw

I agree the 290 or 310 is pretty much all you'll need. But I really enjoyed my 372 for the short time I had it, and now this 066 I have is overkill to
the max, but every time I fire it up I get the perma grin so much my cheeks hurt after cutting.

the echo 530 must be close to $400. along with the other heavy weight, under h.p. bunch that are $400+. You should be able to get a 5100 dolmar for under $400. have a light, power full, pro saw that will fill all your needs+. it is a good all around only saw.

Well--you boys are quick.
My concern is that too much power would be dangerous for me.
I've built additions and remodeled for most of my life, but I'm not the biggest dude in the herd.
175 lbs and 5'9 (I shrunk).
I have two grandchildren, so you get the picture.
Yes, I have considered the 270 and 280--but these things have a tendency to grow on ya.
The loss of nearly 2lbs would help the old bones and connective tissue.
Will these last just as long? One of my thoughts is that a little extra power will mean that the tool won't have to work as hard and will last.
Is this faulty thinking?

Paul Bunion--indeed.

extra power, loss of weight, all help. why be fatigued by a big lump with less power than the smaller saw, and you are paying more just for the name, or to have what every one else has. Those big heavy lumps are most likely shelf stuffers, or once a month "cookie cutters". Take a look at the 5100, great saw for a great price. I have had mine not that long (have had dolmar saws for years) but consider it a real good all around saw, a lot of other people seem to like it also.

yes they will last just as long if not longer, but really any of the one mentioned will last a lifetime with proper care.

Yes, they'll last every bit as long. Keep 'em cleaned and adjusted, common sense stuff. Your grandkids will inherit them and still use them.

Are you saying that the 3 I mentioned are too heavy? I don't care what everyone else has, just looking for reliable, good service and not too much over kill.
Both local stores will provide excellent service, etc.--so I've got that.
None of the places I've been sell Dolmar and I like to put my hands on tools I'm not familiar with before spending dollars, considering I'll live with it for a while.
It seems that way too many folks like all of these big names for there to be too many 'dogs'.
Ain't it so?

Originally Posted by E.V.A. Sawman

extra power, loss of weight, all help. why be fatigued by a big lump with less power than the smaller saw, and you are paying more just for the name, or to have what every one else has. Those big heavy lumps are most likely shelf stuffers, or once a month "cookie cutters". Take a look at the 5100, great saw for a great price. I have had mine not that long (have had dolmar saws for years) but consider it a real good all around saw, a lot of other people seem to like it also.

Thanks guys. I may very well go with the 270 or 280. What's up with the 280 C barbeque version?
The money saved will go toward a new trimmer for the wife and save additional wear and tear on meself.

Originally Posted by SteveH

Yes, they'll last every bit as long. Keep 'em cleaned and adjusted, common sense stuff. Your grandkids will inherit them and still use them.

I say the 455 with a 18" bar I saw a bunch of them at a country true value by me today for 319. + tax that is a deal. And a decent saw.

That would be a great deal. I thought that Husky fixed their prices.

Originally Posted by Guarddog1

I say the 455 with a 18" bar I saw a bunch of them at a country true value by me today for 319. + tax that is a deal. And a decent saw.

Originally Posted by FATGUY

have you considered the ms270 or ms280?

I personally feel that if you want s Stihl the 270/280 is better then the 290 and cheaper then the 260.

If you want husky, look into 359 rather then the 455

and what ever you pick I would stay away from the Echo, I am not a fan.

290 or 310.

450 with out a doubt!! Great price and will cut with the 455 but lighter!

Echo has a 5 year warranty. That is a pretty long time for something to go wrong. All of the 50cc saws are close, what matters most is how the dealer treats you.

Good luck in your search,
Bob

Originally Posted by jmcg

That would be a great deal. I thought that Husky fixed their prices.

Yeah me too it is True Value in Nassau NY I asked him about the price he said he bought a whole pallet of them. That is how he can sell them so cheap. $319. + Tax WOW