wireedm
ArboristSite Operative
I've been cutting with a beloved Husqvarna 394xp as my only saw for the last 25 years. It's only used a few times throughout the year to keep the firewood shed stocked and since we have a Blaze King we only use 2-1/2 to 3 cords a year. I'm a little slow, so it has taken this long to figure out that I could use a lighter saw for the smaller stuff.
After doing a lot of due-diligence research to figure out what might be the best fit for me, considering cost, weight, and power, I decided on the Echo CS-490 from our local independent hardware store.
I didn't want to bring home a saw that was light but so under powered I'd just be frustrated. After running my first couple of tanks of fuel through it on a huge white oak we took down I'd have to say that it has exceeded my expectations. Gobs of power for its size, VERY light, balanced, smooth, and starts easily on the first pull.
I'll give a follow-up if I experience any issues.
After doing a lot of due-diligence research to figure out what might be the best fit for me, considering cost, weight, and power, I decided on the Echo CS-490 from our local independent hardware store.
I didn't want to bring home a saw that was light but so under powered I'd just be frustrated. After running my first couple of tanks of fuel through it on a huge white oak we took down I'd have to say that it has exceeded my expectations. Gobs of power for its size, VERY light, balanced, smooth, and starts easily on the first pull.
I'll give a follow-up if I experience any issues.