luneburg
ArboristSite Operative
Thanks for all your input! I ended up going with the Echo CS-500P with a 20" bar and they threw in a case. It's from the closest dealer to me, and they're open Mondays (one of my days off). I really liked the Dolmar too, dealer is 20 minutes away and not open Monday so that was a factor. I'll let you know how it all works out after going to get wood on Sunday. So far it's gone through the 18" rounds I have had to clean up in the yard quite nicely.
Good Choice and I am sure you will be quite happy !
But as many have mentioned here pay close attention to how the saw is tuned stock from the factory . Mine and most others was quite lean, I assume to meet the EPA standards . In order to tune it properly you will most likely have to remove the limiters and there are threads on this site on how to do it . You will want to be sure to not to destroy them in the process as they serve a purpose in keeping the adjustment screws in place once tuned properly .
There are also some links on how to tune your saw properly if you don't have a lot of experience with saws. The safest route if you have any questionable feelings about performing this task would be to take it to a dealer or experienced friend to do so.
Good Luck and ENJOY !
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