Hey everyone, new homeowner here and I’ve been on an absolute deep-dive into chainsaws for the last week or so. I discovered this forum researching different options and I’m excited to be here. We cut up and stacked a lot of wood growing up, and I’m looking forward to continuing the tradition in my own place.
SO, there’s an absolutely *mint* 028 AV Super Wood Boss for sale locally. Hardly a scratch anywhere on it, even the paint on the bottom is fresh. Even comes with the original hard case. The guy is asking $450.
First question: Is this a fair price? From what I can find in the trading post and on eBay, it seems to be ok. Not a lot of like-new 028s on the market.
Second question: Would I be better served by a new-production saw in the $400-$500 price range? Seems like the Echo CS-590 is the go-to recommendation.
Like most people, I’m planning on doing a couple cords of firewood this season. Maybe more next year depending on how things go. Most wood I have access to won’t be larger than 30” diameter. My other thought is to try and offer $375 or so, then pick up a second/newer saw down the road if the 028 isn’t enough.
SO, there’s an absolutely *mint* 028 AV Super Wood Boss for sale locally. Hardly a scratch anywhere on it, even the paint on the bottom is fresh. Even comes with the original hard case. The guy is asking $450.
First question: Is this a fair price? From what I can find in the trading post and on eBay, it seems to be ok. Not a lot of like-new 028s on the market.
Second question: Would I be better served by a new-production saw in the $400-$500 price range? Seems like the Echo CS-590 is the go-to recommendation.
Like most people, I’m planning on doing a couple cords of firewood this season. Maybe more next year depending on how things go. Most wood I have access to won’t be larger than 30” diameter. My other thought is to try and offer $375 or so, then pick up a second/newer saw down the road if the 028 isn’t enough.