I'm going to shop for a new saw. I would like something in the 60cc range that will run a 20" bar all day. 3/8" pitch .050 gauge chain. Occasionally, I would want to run a 24" bar. I understand that the longer bar would probably be a bit much and I would have to cut a little slower.(Just nice to only make one cut on some of the larger trees I get into.)
The saws I am interested in are:Stihl MS310
Stihl MS290
Husky 357XP
Husky 455/460
Are there any pros/cons to the saws I've listed. What is this oilmatic thing? And the ematic bar? The husky saws seem more like the older saws I typically use. Are the stihl's that far advanced?
I have both Stihl and Husky dealers nearby. I do not plan on modding. Just want a saw that is good from the box. Please avoid the brand bashing. A little guidance is all that is being asked for. Thanks for any input!
The saws I am interested in are:Stihl MS310
Stihl MS290
Husky 357XP
Husky 455/460
Are there any pros/cons to the saws I've listed. What is this oilmatic thing? And the ematic bar? The husky saws seem more like the older saws I typically use. Are the stihl's that far advanced?
I have both Stihl and Husky dealers nearby. I do not plan on modding. Just want a saw that is good from the box. Please avoid the brand bashing. A little guidance is all that is being asked for. Thanks for any input!