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Andyshine77
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The new 592xp. The big old 395xp is in a different class IMHO.

Brett I'm going to have to disagree with you at this time "things can always change" However, for the time being, I would definitely not say the 592xp is better than the 661 in every way. I've had both for three weeks, and at this point, I feel they're at least equal. I try and not let the new saw hype get get to me.
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IMHO a 390xp walks all over a MS660 and yes Ive got both.
Maybe- but a 660 is just a slightly detuned, rebadged 066 with flippy caps, so developed in the late 1980's- the 390 is a 21st century saw that was always going to have better air filtration and anti vibration. :laugh:
 
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Maybe- but a 660 is just a slightly detuned, rebadged 066 with flippy caps, so developed in the late 1980's- the 390 is a 21st century saw that was always going to have better air filtration and anti vibration. :laugh:
Im not brand loyal to any of them, its just always been that pound for pound a husky would outcut a stihl. That all changed with the introduction of the 500i. Most of my family disowned me 3 weeks ago when I bought one lol. Ive got a brand new 390xp that Im seriously considering selling and replacing it with another 500i.
 
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Im not brand loyal to any of them, its just always been that pound for pound a husky would outcut a stihl. That all changed with the introduction of the 500i. Most of my family disowned me 3 weeks ago when I bought one lol. Ive got a brand new 390xp that Im seriously considering selling and replacing it with another 500i.
Would be a sensible thing to do in my opinion.
 
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Im not brand loyal to any of them, its just always been that pound for pound a husky would outcut a stihl. That all changed with the introduction of the 500i. Most of my family disowned me 3 weeks ago when I bought one lol. Ive got a brand new 390xp that Im seriously considering selling and replacing it with another 500i.
I can't disagree with this. I'll add the 462 into the mix as well, weights about the same as a 562, but more power than a 572.
 
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I can't disagree with this. I'll add the 462 into the mix as well, weights about the same as a 562, but more power than a 572.
Don't tell me that! I will end up replacing all my stable with creamsicle saws! Ive cut probably 2 mil ft with a 562, little fellar will scream but he aint got no torque!
 
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You need a powerful lightweight saw, or a really powerful saw ?
There is allways the 881, at back breaking weight that is sure going to benefit a 50+ old forest worker..
Ummm yeah, screw that! The older I get the more weight becomes an issue! LOL do I know you? I remember thinking WTF? when my Dad kept getting smaller and smaller saws to TRY to cut timber with. Im beginning to understand now.
 

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