Last time I was at my local saw shop I was looking Husqvarna saws. The 385 was $100 less than the 390 and there isn't much of a weight or hp difference?
Husqvarna 385xp v.s. Husqvarna 390xp
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gafirefighter
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This questions seem like it comes up all the time. When I searched through here there are quite a few threads asking about the same thing. I also was wondering the same thing as the price is a little more for the 390. It seems like most would suggest the 390 over the 385. About the same weight with more power.
I know that at some point if I buy a new Husky it will be the 390.
Good luck with your choice,
Adam
I know that at some point if I buy a new Husky it will be the 390.
Good luck with your choice,
Adam
2000ssm6
Stihl User
MS660 1st. If it has to be a husky, a little less power, then the 390.
I was thinking about a MS660 too. Maybe the question now is should I buy the Husqvarna 390xp $930 or STIHL MS660 $1070?
B_Turner
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I haven't run a 390, but I don't think they are a fair comparison. 390 will be WAY smoother (it's extra smooth, the 660 is extra unsmooth), but the 660 will have WAY more power than the 390 stock. A better comparison is the 660 to the 395 (which is WAY heavier).
My dealer doesn't sell a 395xp so that's my best buying comparison.
2000ssm6
Stihl User
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B_Turner
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Then IMO if the vibration level of the 660 doesn't bother you (it does me) the 660 is more saw than a 390 (stock) if you need that extra power. The 390 will pull a 28 inch bar nicely. The 660 would have the edge on longer bars.
I hear and believe the 390 is very nice to run, though.
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Evanrude
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+1 You see which one I have...
Yeah MS660 is looking good for just $140 difference.
Does he refuse to order a 395xp even if someone is willing put a deposit down?
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I think if you wanted one at my dealer it would have to be special order,
395xp's aren't very popular around my area and up around Deposit,NY.
395xp's aren't very popular around my area and up around Deposit,NY.
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Thanks, just curious. To answer your original question I believe you would like a 385xp or a 390xp. The 385xp is one of my favorite saws. It pulls a 24" bar with authority in 2ft dia Oak or Hickory and is smooth doing it.
I haven't ran a 390xp but from what I read on here they are even smoother and alittle more powerful than a 385xp, which tells me they must really be a sweet running saw.
bookerdog
The New Champ
I have both and the 390 is a stronger saw then the 385. The 390 is ultra smooth also. They also both take mods very well.
SawTroll
Information Collector
Hmmmmmmm...................................I think I have a couple of them....
You obviously just love vibration in your hands.......:greenchainsaw:
One of my relatives has a 288xp lite w/ 24" bar and it doesn't really compare to my WPS modded STIHL MS440.
