Carl Anderson
ArboristSite Operative
Hi, I am having more carb issues with my 15 year old Jonsereds 2050 and might just get a new saw and keep the Jonsereds as a backup. I like the size and weight of the Jonsereds and it's enough power for my occasional cutting duties so something similar is good. I need an all-around saw in the $350-$400 range (give or take a few bucks).
So here is my list:
Dolmar 510 - dealer can get me one for $350 tax and everything.
Stihl MS 290 Farm Boss - big, heavy for $370 plus tax = $392 total
Stihl MS 270 - a little smaller but a little too expensive $477 total (MS 291 is out of my price range)
Stihl MS 250 - $318 total (in the "occasional use" category - does that mean it's lighter duty, not as rugged?)
Husky 450 - similar to the Jonsereds 2050 I think at $392 total
Husky 455 Rancher - big, heavy, $424
Jonsereds 2250s - $424 total
I would rather stay away from the Rancher and Farm Boss unless one of them is the overwhelming choice. I am often climbing around getting into places to cut and the smaller, lighter saws are better for that.
If I went with the Dolmar should I go 20" 3/8 bar/chain, 18" 3/8, or go 18 .325 .50 gauge? (that would match the Jonsereds and make files, chains, bars, interchangeable). Isn't 20" a little big for a 50cc saw?
The main thing for me is I am an occasional cutter but when I cut I don't have time to tinker around with the saw. I want one that will be reliable with normal maintenance but can sit on the shelf for a few months but run well when I gas it up and go. I also want long term quality, which is why I'm not mentioning Poulan or Craftsman, etc.
Thanks!
So here is my list:
Dolmar 510 - dealer can get me one for $350 tax and everything.
Stihl MS 290 Farm Boss - big, heavy for $370 plus tax = $392 total
Stihl MS 270 - a little smaller but a little too expensive $477 total (MS 291 is out of my price range)
Stihl MS 250 - $318 total (in the "occasional use" category - does that mean it's lighter duty, not as rugged?)
Husky 450 - similar to the Jonsereds 2050 I think at $392 total
Husky 455 Rancher - big, heavy, $424
Jonsereds 2250s - $424 total
I would rather stay away from the Rancher and Farm Boss unless one of them is the overwhelming choice. I am often climbing around getting into places to cut and the smaller, lighter saws are better for that.
If I went with the Dolmar should I go 20" 3/8 bar/chain, 18" 3/8, or go 18 .325 .50 gauge? (that would match the Jonsereds and make files, chains, bars, interchangeable). Isn't 20" a little big for a 50cc saw?
The main thing for me is I am an occasional cutter but when I cut I don't have time to tinker around with the saw. I want one that will be reliable with normal maintenance but can sit on the shelf for a few months but run well when I gas it up and go. I also want long term quality, which is why I'm not mentioning Poulan or Craftsman, etc.
Thanks!