GeraldMacky
ArboristSite Lurker
First off, I'll start by saying hello and that I've thoroughly enjoyed this site for the past few months. I've learned quite a lot about the finer points of cutting. Now for my question and I apologize if this has been hit on before but I couldn't find it doing any searches. I'm looking to get a new (used) saw for myself. I've currently got an 16" MS250 that runs like a champ but is lacking for the bigger stuff that I'm gonna get into. I'm going to be taking on some 36"+ ash trees that got the bug plus some woods that were recently logged. Being retired, I wouldn't mind starting to cut wood on more of a regular basis and perhaps even get into selling a little with the access to trees that I have. Now that you have my background and intended usage, I'll ask my question. Which saw is best for me the 039 or the 036. I know the one is a pro saw and is .4 lbs lighter with .2 more horsepower. The less weight to more power is what really has me going on the pro saw. The price difference and the much better conditions is what has me looking at the 039. I'm seeing, not surprisingly, a lot of just plain beat 036s on eBay and Craigslist that are running at the upper end of what I want to spend (around $300). I can get a super clean 039 or MS390 for about $50 cheaper and it'll be a one owner saw that shows no signs of abuse and was never used for logging. So I'm kind of wondering if I would be better of sticking with a clean 039 or paying a little to a lot more for a beat to good condition 036? Is the power a lot better on the pro? Does it cut faster or faster enough to warrant the extra cash for someone like myself? Will the pro be a longer lasting saw? I'm guessing here but would figure I might cut 6 to 10 cords a year and may start cutting more. Before anyone jumps me about being the dreaded "homeowner" I'll start by saying, dang right I am! Just the same, I still am looking for a good saw that will get the job done in a timely manner. I just know if the 039 will do me well or if I need to spend the extra cash and get an 036. Thanks for your help guys. Also, save me the grief about getting a husky, been there, didn't care for it, won't go back.
Thanks,
Jerry
Thanks,
Jerry