B.T.W. what's a "sprung Jred" Husky, too much A.V.? I went back to a different Stihl dealer today, but no 361. They had a 441, and yeah I agree that thing was a little on the massive side, though I'm having trouble getting a handle on the different manufacturers weights- supposedly even that 441 weighs less than the craftsman I'm using now (18lbs)- but I'd bet money that this craftsman is lighter than a 361, probably even the 260. It feels superlight. So either Sears is weighing their craftsmans with everything- bar, chain, and CASE, or the 42cc's currently on their site have gotten alot heavier since this one. I.D.K. but something's off.
THanks for the input M.I.P. I'll be using mine for that as well- alot of brush clearing, but also firewood. I know a smaller, lighter chainsaw could be more handy for alot of it- B.T.W. what size bar on yours for brushing? The dealer I went to today had a regular 260 (non pro), and it was TEMPTING considering it was about $150 less than a 361. He didn't personally have time for me, so a fourth-day-on-the-job girl who admittedly knew nothing just watched me thw whole time (and visibly annoyed him relaying my questions L.O.L.). Made it easier not to buy today. Never considered "M.P.G." regarding a chainsaw, good thought. You're not making my 260-361 decision any easier though.
Also, from someone who has both, yet prefers the feel of the 260- at what point do you "upgrade" (I.E. what size of tree, type of job does it take before you switch to your 361)?