I like this forum, Their is a lot of information to be had. But asking about these saws has confused me on what to get. If I was a millionaire I'd have about 6 saws. But unfortunately I'm not and am trying to get the best saw that can do it all. That is not really rational thinking though. I realize I probably need a large saw and smaller saw.
I had posted about getting a ms r 362 cm and talked to stihl and he told me I couldn't cut stuff close to the ground due to the full wrap handle which I didn't even think of. So that saw is out of the picture. Then read reviews that the 362 cm is a crap saw. Seems like the 261 is good, but what is weird is stihl recommend a non mtronic 261. I have read this forums till I'm sorta getting little OCD.
Thanks for the information.
This forum is the reason I have two 90cc saws, when realisticly I'd be fine with a 70... The more you read the more you overthink things. You want at least two saws for sure, for backup and in case you get pinched real bad. Two saw plan also works for your intended usage- Big saw for firewood, small for trailwork.
Stihl and Husqvarna still make great saws, it just seems like things are more complicated now. If you buy new, your dealer should be able to help with any problems you might have. That said, nothing wrong with picking up a used pro saw, especially if you can get one from before the era of EPA crap. Easy to work on.
