Saws that will be future classics - What to stock up on now?

[HerbHammer]

Having recently been deciding between the ms461, 462, and 661, and also seeing AlfA01's Tradin' Post listing for his NIB 262XP's, it got me thinking about whether or not we're at one of those turning points with today's chainsaws.

You see it with a lot of collectable machines, whether its cars, motorcycles, firearms... and I think it applies to chainsaws too. Every decade or two there is a turning point, and the standouts of that era become apparent. Are we in a time now before the EPA really cracks down, and potentially when electric replaces IC completely, where these chainsaws available currently will be looked back on as 'golden era'?

What saws of today will be looked back on as classics? If you were able to buy a few and keep them tucked away untouched NIB what would they be? I like Stihls so I can't help but think that the 461 might be the last manual carb professional logger saw. Similarly, the 261 is in an amazing sweet spot of size/weight and power. Is the big 661 going to be replaced with a FI saw?

Any other current saws you guys think is are diamonds in the rough?

 

[Husky Man]

Having recently been deciding between the ms461, 462, and 661, and also seeing AlfA01's Tradin' Post listing for his NIB 262XP's, it got me thinking about whether or now we're at one of those turning points with today's chainsaws.

You see it with a lot of collectable machines, whether its cars, motorcycles, firearms... and I think it applies to chainsaws too. Every decade or two there is a turning point, and the standouts of that era become apparent. Are we in a time now before the EPA really cranks down, and potentially when electric replaces IC completely, where these chainsaws available currently will be looked back on as 'golden era'?

What saws of today will be looked back on as classics? If you were able to buy a few and keep them tucked away untouched NIB what would they be? I like Stihls so I can't help but think that the 461 might be the last manual carb professional logger saw. Similarly, the 261 is in an amazing sweet spot of size/weight and power. Is the big 661 going to be replaced with a FI saw?

Any other current saws you guys think is a diamond in the rough?

I would think that the Pre X Torq 372XP would be on that list, the 395XP could be another contender.

Going back a couple years the 346XP is one that I would pick up a couple NIB, and I Really Like the 353 that I have, it is one of Husky's Best kept Secrets in my opinion.


Doug

 

[pioneerguy600]

Stihl 241C.

 

[cuinrearview]

There are far better places to stash your cash than a chainsaw. I've seen people with pictures of stacks of NIB saws and it's cool, but doesn't make financial sense. Save your money elsewhere and buy one of those from them if you ever need it. You'll come out $$ ahead every time.

 

[dmb2613]

261, 461

 

[Westboastfaller]

Having recently been deciding between the ms461, 462, and 661, and also seeing AlfA01's Tradin' Post listing for his NIB 262XP's, it got me thinking about whether or now we're at one of those turning points with today's chainsaws.

You see it with a lot of collectable machines, whether its cars, motorcycles, firearms... and I think it applies to chainsaws too. Every decade or two there is a turning point, and the standouts of that era become apparent. Are we in a time now before the EPA really cranks down, and potentially when electric replaces IC completely, where these chainsaws available currently will be looked back on as 'golden era'?

What saws of today will be looked back on as classics? If you were able to buy a few and keep them tucked away untouched NIB what would they be? I like Stihls so I can't help but think that the 461 might be the last manual carb professional logger saw. Similarly, the 261 is in an amazing sweet spot of size/weight and power. Is the big 661 going to be replaced with a FI saw?

Any other current saws you guys think is a diamond in the rough?

Phenomenal post. Well done friend.

 

[Westboastfaller]

Stihl 241C.

never heard of it.
Are you sure about this?

 

[Westboastfaller]

There are far better places to stash your cash than a chainsaw. I've seen people with pictures of stacks of NIB saws and it's cool, but doesn't make financial sense. Save your money elsewhere and buy one of those from them if you ever need it. You'll come out $$ ahead every time.

Just play the game already man

 

[cuinrearview]

Just play the game already man

Fine... Any Jonsered 21 series. Send them my way. I'll even take old and broken ones.

 

[user 122190]

Just play the game already man

Get one of each!!! 83.57% are going to double or quadruple or 10x in value by the end of the Century.

 

[HerbHammer]

Get one of each!!! 83.57% are going to double or quadruple or 10x in value by the end of the Century.

Funny, but the point of my post wasn't for "investment" purposes, or as a money maker. The point is to buy for personal use now while these saws are available, and have them for the future. Whether they go up in value or not is a secondary item. For me, its a matter of regret. If you have the money now, and you're not looking at it as an investment or cash flow generator, why not buy the saws you think are at the top of their game, and might not ever be sold new again?

So to that end, what are the best of the best saws available today that might not be equaled or surpassed by the saws of the future?

 

[cuinrearview]

Funny, but the point of my post wasn't for "investment" purposes, or as a money maker. The point is to buy for personal use now while these saws are available, and have them for the future. Whether they go up in value or not is a secondary item. For me, its a matter of regret. If you have the money now, and you're not looking at it as an investment or cash flow generator, why not buy the saws you think are at the top of their game, and might not ever be sold new again?

So to that end, what are the best of the best saws available today that might not be equaled or surpassed by the saws of the future?

You're going to get a WIDE number of opinions based mostly on personal preference. I can't think of anything in a dealership today that couldn't be surpassed in weight savings, ergonomics, or fuel efficiency down the road. But personally, I love my Dolkita 51xxs and OE 2171 or 372s. But many will disagree.

 

[holeycow]

Most recent pro saw offerings have had far too many niggling flaws to ever become classics. Classic pos maybe?

You have to go back 10-15 years...

Perhaps some of the saws coming to the forefront right now will become classics. Eventually they will be the last of the gassers.

The 461 and perhaps the 241, as well as the 390,395 could be the only current saws to gain the distinction, imo. And maybe the 372..And Dolmar’s 7900 (not the Makita version of any colour, imo).

And all of the jonsered models ever made in the history of the universe, lol.

Anywho, I have no room for a saw in a box in my world. I would have to run it.

Interesting thread tho.

 

[user 122190]

Saws are evolving. No need to spend Today's dollar for tomorrows wheel chock.

Unless you want to make the BIG $ in luring global tourists to visit the Chainsaw Museum located 7 miles North of Oskaloosa Kansas, then 1.5 miles due East down a dirt path. Warning -- in dangerous need of road grating. No sign, look for the sagging barn, and no services anywhere nearby.

 

[Colt Marlington]

I don't know that I'd buy a second one just to keep in a box, but every chainsaw connoisseur should have one.

 

[Franny K]

Anywho, I have no room for a saw in a box in my world. I would have to run it.

Interesting thread tho.

My sentiments as well.

On the Stihl side they have a 40cc two cycle pole pruner that runs 7 tooth drive.

On the Husqarna side 390 but my rational won't be universal.

 

[HerbHammer]

I would think that the Pre X Torq 372XP would be on that list, the 395XP could be another contender.

Going back a couple years the 346XP is one that I would pick up a couple NIB, and I Really Like the 353 that I have, it is one of Husky's Best kept Secrets in my opinion.


Doug

Doug, this is a good point, X Torq is exactly the type of technology insertion that doesn't improve saws for me. A little extra fuel efficiency and emissions reductions for added complexity and cost... no thanks. I think pro saws should prioritize high reliability, longevity, and power.

So this begs the question, are there any current XP huskies that can still be bought without X Torq?

 

[Husky Man]

Doug, this is a good point, X Torq is exactly the type of technology insertion that doesn't improve saws for me. A little extra fuel efficiency and emissions reductions for added complexity and cost... no thanks. I think pro saws should prioritize high reliability, longevity, and power.

So this begs the question, are there any current XP huskies that can still be bought without X Torq?

I don't have a 372XP of either persuasion yet, and I have heard guys that prefer each version, but those that prefer the Pre X Torq version definitely seem to be in the majority.

As to Non X Torq Husky Pro Saws, to the best of my knowledge, at least the 390Xp, 395xp and the 3120XP are all Non X Torq so far, there may be others, I haven't done any research in that regard.


Doug

 

[pioneerguy600]

never heard of it.
Are you sure about this?

You wouldn`t have much use for one over on that side of Nadia but I could add MS241C to the nomenclature to make it easier for you to Google up, not needed for us Stihl snobs....LOL

 

[HerbHammer]

You wouldn`t have much use for one over on that side of Nadia but I could add MS241C to the nomenclature to make it easier for you to Google up, not needed for us Stihl snobs....LOL

Is the 241C that distinct from the 261C to make it a future classic? The 261 is an amazing saw for sure. Is the 241 just its slightly lighter counterpart?