Banshee365
ArboristSite Lurker
Hey everyone. I’m an Echo saw fan but came across an 046 Magnum for $150 close to me. I don’t think the Magnum means anything on the 046 like the 038. The saw looks well used but is advertised as a good runner that needs a worm gear for the oiler.
What is the reputation on the 046? Is parts availability much of a problem yet or does it share lost everything with the 460? I’ve been looking for a nice CS-800p for a 70+cc saw but am wondering if this 046 for $150 is sort of too good to pass up. Maybe it would be a fun restoration project. I’ve got a 43” oak that I may need to fall before it falls on its own at some point so I could use a saw a bit bigger saw than my CS-620p.
I’ve messed with an 800p and really like the old school features and durable feel of it but I’m not that brand loyal when a good deal comes up.
What is the reputation on the 046? Is parts availability much of a problem yet or does it share lost everything with the 460? I’ve been looking for a nice CS-800p for a 70+cc saw but am wondering if this 046 for $150 is sort of too good to pass up. Maybe it would be a fun restoration project. I’ve got a 43” oak that I may need to fall before it falls on its own at some point so I could use a saw a bit bigger saw than my CS-620p.
I’ve messed with an 800p and really like the old school features and durable feel of it but I’m not that brand loyal when a good deal comes up.