tractorbrad
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The 346XP is just one of those saws that everyone should experience using.
Did your friends tell you what 346XP version is being offered?
Original = ~45cc
New Edition = ~50cc (should have silver clutch cover)
The clutch cover on the OE is the same as the rest of the saw.Thank you, and all the others, for your expertise. What color would the old clutch cover be?
If it is the original vision of the 346XP is it still better than the other two?
The 346XP is at least 4 years old.
If I am not mistaken the 455 comes with a 3/8 20 bar and chain.This IMHO is a bit much even for the 346 with a 20 BC even with a 325 chain.Ken
A 20" 3/8 bar&chain actually is more than I would want on any of the saws listed, put peoples expectations does of course vary. I would want a larger saw for that set-up, if it is the main one.
If I am not mistaken the 455 comes with a 3/8 20 bar and chain.This IMHO is a bit much even for the 346 with a 20 BC even with a 325 chain.Ken
I sharpened a friend of mines 455 the other day and that is exactly what was on it. Crappy double sharkfin chain, too.
That's what came with my refurb 455r. Why do you call it crappy, please tell? Cuts just fine for me, with only problem being the on/off sharp/dull property of full chisel. (Spitting chunks one second; instant transition to spitting dust when dull at tips.)
I use a Granberg file guide for both cutters & depth gauges, so it's a no-brainer to do all the filing on "Vanguard" chain, but have not had cause to set depth gauges- only about 10-15 hrs on it. Won't make decisions based on rumors. :msp_rolleyes:
I vote for the 290.
That's what came with my refurb 455r. Why do you call it crappy, please tell? Cuts just fine for me, with only problem being the on/off sharp/dull property of full chisel. (Spitting chunks one second; instant transition to spitting dust when dull at tips.)
I use a Granberg file guide for both cutters & depth gauges, so it's a no-brainer to do all the filing on "Vanguard" chain, but have not had cause to set depth gauges- only about 10-15 hrs on it. Won't make decisions based on rumors. :msp_rolleyes:
The 455 and 290 are "mid-range" saws. ie, they are made for more than occasional use but are not a commercial type saw that may be used on a daily basis.
I vote for the 290.
no brainer,,,, 346
I just put a new bar and chain plus sprocket on my 346NE. What a nice saw to cut with. I prefer it over the junk MS 390 I had. Way smoother. I dont hesitate to cut 20 inch wood or bigger with my 346. So I dont care if I have to cut two ways. It cuts fast enough it dont matter! 15 inch wood one swipe and the game is over quick.
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