The 420 would offer solid construction, great durability, easy start system, probably over 200 psi. Yep it is too good to be true.
Get one you never regret it
Remember these guys are trying to make a living. Seems alot of folks try to "jack over" the small guy.
You see it all the time, the "well off" don't tip the waitress like a working man.
They try to skin flint a saw for dealer price and leave no meat on the bone.
Someone tries to bend me over a barrel, I tell them to leave, "ain't going to sell you nothing"
I really dislike people who come across as "better than you" because they have a high salary?
Those folks can keep their money, it's no good to me.
Id say you're on to something but also remember your 017 is old and the dolmar is new. newer saws usaually have higher parts cost due to no demand yet. I agree on the dealers but thats just the way they are, can't change them.
Granted the 420, now the 421, isn't super powerful, but a pro saw (from what you've said) for $300 is amazing! Isn't it!? Stihl and Husky pro saws begin at $500+, though they are 50cc + saws.
There are some good points on here. First of to the OP. You are spending alot of time researching a 200 saw. Most people dont spend that much time buying a 30 k vehicle. Also everyone needs to realize the dealers need to make a living. The customers dont work for free why should the dealers. It is expensive to run a brick and mortor store. Pay employees and overhead. If they repair a saw and something doesnt go right they end up eating it. If you repair your own equipment and it doesnt go right than it is on you. Most saws unless they are pro models are not worth the cost to repair. Unless it is a simple carb OH or tune up. Small mom and pop stores are getting fewer and fewer. No reason for them to stay in business when they can make more by working for someone else.. A few tips to help with typical problems. Always have at least 2 saws. One breaks you can still get the job done. Have numerous chains for each saw. Dont have just 1 chain and when it gets dull expect the guy down the street to drop everything to sharpen it on the spot. You are already on this website learn to do basic maintenance yourself. There is a difference between dealers. Go to the local dealers and see which one works best with you. Good luck with your future purchase.
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