Zane
ArboristSite Lurker
Hi folks,
I am looking for a new chainsaw as my Sachs-Dolmar 116SI just died according to my local repair shop which also mentioned that getting new parts for it would be next to impossible and expensive if they could find them.
I dont know much about chainsaws other than basic maintenance. I had my Sachs for 12+ years and my dad used it hard for ~8 yrs or more before that. My usage is firewood; 4-6 cords year and other misc use.
The saws I am considering (and seem comparable to my old Sachs) are:
Stihl MS310
Stihl MS390
Stihl MS361
Husky 359
Husky 365
My local repair shop is a Stihl dealer, so I am leaning that way, but am a bit confused between the Pro line and the Home Owner/MidRange line of Stihl saws. Is there a true difference?
I really want something that will last the 20+ years like the Sachs did. I appreciate any advice.
BTW, this is a great site...very informative!
Thanks,
Zane
I am looking for a new chainsaw as my Sachs-Dolmar 116SI just died according to my local repair shop which also mentioned that getting new parts for it would be next to impossible and expensive if they could find them.
I dont know much about chainsaws other than basic maintenance. I had my Sachs for 12+ years and my dad used it hard for ~8 yrs or more before that. My usage is firewood; 4-6 cords year and other misc use.
The saws I am considering (and seem comparable to my old Sachs) are:
Stihl MS310
Stihl MS390
Stihl MS361
Husky 359
Husky 365
My local repair shop is a Stihl dealer, so I am leaning that way, but am a bit confused between the Pro line and the Home Owner/MidRange line of Stihl saws. Is there a true difference?
I really want something that will last the 20+ years like the Sachs did. I appreciate any advice.
BTW, this is a great site...very informative!
Thanks,
Zane