psrumors
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Last year I replaced my 455 Rancher with a MS361 and then my dad returned the 268(nonXP) I bought new in the mid 90s (still in awesome shape)
Both are great saws and both are stock. I hate to turn either lose. The 361 is a bit faster and lighter than the 268 but I absolutely hate the flip caps on the 361. I've used both for general around the house work and ultimately like them both. I know the 268 can become a 272xp quick and easy but the 268 is bone stock and in very nice shape.
It comes down to I just don't need both saws. The idea of a smaller saw sounds good for smaller stuff and limbing but which do I get rid of, that is the hard part.
Value is not the issue, there is sentimental value to the 268 but I like having a Stihl because of the dealer support close by.
Decisions.....
Both are great saws and both are stock. I hate to turn either lose. The 361 is a bit faster and lighter than the 268 but I absolutely hate the flip caps on the 361. I've used both for general around the house work and ultimately like them both. I know the 268 can become a 272xp quick and easy but the 268 is bone stock and in very nice shape.
It comes down to I just don't need both saws. The idea of a smaller saw sounds good for smaller stuff and limbing but which do I get rid of, that is the hard part.
Value is not the issue, there is sentimental value to the 268 but I like having a Stihl because of the dealer support close by.
Decisions.....