shadco
ArboristSite Operative
After looking at that wood pile...
CS-490
+1
Try to buy it at a saw store vs a big box store if you can.
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After looking at that wood pile...
CS-490
+1
I think my 590 and 7910 would get the call for the stuff in the top and bottom pics. 490 would get the middle pile easy. Anything over 16" the 490 gets to be slow.After looking at that wood pile...
CS-490
+1
im in Roscommon.Where are you located in Ireland?
What are you cutting down there?
Mostly im tearing willows out of hedgerows and helping my dad with 10 acres of spruce planted by the previous owner of his property.
Hard to tell from the picture. But it looks like the largest logs are only around 12 inches or a little moreThanks for all the great information from everyone. The 490 seems to be worth a look, didn't consider the weight. The suggestion about having someone come out and help getting me started is something I didn't even think about.
I'm just afraid that I won't use it that much after the initial purpose except maybe once or twice a year. I am the type of person that enjoys having the tool at hand if needed so it's not that big of deal.
The pictures are of the work at hand, hopefully they are clear enough. View attachment 732053 View attachment 732054 View attachment 732055
Now if there is anyone in the middle TN area that wants to come and get some firewood the only cost would be a class on how to properly use a chainsaw...haha.
The 590s are fine saws i had one for about six year's.New to the site and greatly appreciate any help.
This would be the first time purchasing a chainsaw and I have not used one myself, have been around them though. I'm looking at getting an Echo CS-590. The main reason is that I had several large trees cut and need get them down to a manageable size or just make firewood. I do have a few acres and can see the chainsaw coming in handy from time to time.
I will be getting all the correct PPE and a case for it as well. I have decided on this particular item as I have several pieces from Echo, have had great use with all of them, and seeing how this has good reviews.
I would appreciate some feedback if anyone has had some hands on time with it or some good criticism as well. Should I be looking at 18 or 20 inch? I would also like to know if I'm just looking at too much of a chainsaw for me.
I truly appreciate your time.
+1 Don't test them at the shop, borrow used ones for a week.Try to run as many different saws as you can
To see what you personally like.
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