BarkBuster20
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its actually nicer having a little heavier saw for firewood, pulls through the wood with less effort. and its a nice upper body workout.
I would to infact I actually got the Makita/Dolmar 5001. But as far as I understood he wanted to stay with the local dealer who was Husqvarna/Stihl only. I only believe that the speed gain is not that high for his amount of sawing.
That was the reasoning behind my recomondation.
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Sure, I understand, no problem - but I think he needs more saw.......
I have a 353, but both the NE346xp and the 5100S is much more saw, even though it beats an 026/260.....
My 353 is a "loaner" saw now, but it still is a good saw.
Pretty sure I am just going to spend the extra coin and get the 346xp. Thanks for all the help
Pretty sure I am just going to spend the extra coin and get the 346xp. Thanks for all the help
I've held both and the 346xp feels better to me and from what everyone here says the 346 will flat out smoke a 260.
Last year was my first time ever using a saw, I cut up about 7-8 cords of wood using an MS250 that I borrowed from my stepfather. This year I am going to purchase a new saw for myself. I want something with more power than the MS250 but nothing too big. I am looking to spend $350-400 for a new saw. I want an 18" bar. I have been looking at some models like the MS280 and MS 290, as well as the Husky 346XP. Also looked at the Husky rancher (355 I think)?
I will only be cutting about 8 cord again this year, so I am definetly not a hardcore logger or anything.......
So what saw should I get? My dealer next door sells both Stihl and Husky.
I have used a MS 280 for the past 5 years. It's a great little saw. Strong and reliable. My only complaint was very hardwood over 14" or so takes more work then I like but everything else it is perfect for. I picked up a 441 for the big stuff.
Pretty sure I am just going to spend the extra coin and get the 346xp. Thanks for all the help
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