RandyinTN
ArboristSite Operative
Greetings and my first post. Joined this forum to learn more about chain saws as my Huskie 435 bite the dust and went to the dumpster yesterday.
We live in the middle of 42 acres of white and red oak so that is what I'll be cutting. After finishing the pile of logs the contractor left me (almost done) will cut roughly 2 cords per year. I already own a Stihl 441C-M with a 25 inch bar for the bigger stuff. My long term plan is to own 3 saws, the 441, a "medium", and eventually a small 30-35cc model with a 14-16 inch bar.
Been researching a lot the last few days and at first wanted a Stihl Farm Boss. But after discovering the Echo line am impressed with their features, metal case and lighter weight.
What do you think? Will the CS-490 be a good choice for me? Home Depot is an hour away but the price is good after military discount, $320.
We live in the middle of 42 acres of white and red oak so that is what I'll be cutting. After finishing the pile of logs the contractor left me (almost done) will cut roughly 2 cords per year. I already own a Stihl 441C-M with a 25 inch bar for the bigger stuff. My long term plan is to own 3 saws, the 441, a "medium", and eventually a small 30-35cc model with a 14-16 inch bar.
Been researching a lot the last few days and at first wanted a Stihl Farm Boss. But after discovering the Echo line am impressed with their features, metal case and lighter weight.
What do you think? Will the CS-490 be a good choice for me? Home Depot is an hour away but the price is good after military discount, $320.