Exactly Glens,
A 365 & 372 weigh about the same. I have put time running a 372 and I am very familiar with the saw. Therefor familiar with BOTH the 365 & 372. My 365 doesn't get me tired and the 372 does. Both cut well with the 372 better in big wood because it makes more power. Sometimes power isn't the only consideration. I also have put time on a 272, 395, & 257 at work. Neither of the '57 series saws cut as fast as my 365 in over 12inch diameter wood. The '57 series is better for smaller stuff and its quite a bit lighter. Funny thing is if I was to do it all over again...I would still get a 365 for a general all around saw. There are other reasons as well. Its a STEAL as they don't ask as much for that saw. Doesn't have the letters. Typically its only a few more bucks than a 357XP. Fortunately I buy based on need instead of numbers and letters. Also it doesn't turn as many RPM's to get the power. Older tune. Softer ..but from what I can feel every bit as effective and actually more forgiving at times. Bet physics comes into play as the years drag on as well. I intend to have that saw for a long time. Good saw. If I was younger, in more of a hurry, AND still had an ego..I would probably buy a 385XP for my all around saw. But as it is I don't think I could buy a better all around saw for the price and performance combination the 365 delivers....mystry?? I don't think so. But as the saying goes...different stroke for different folks, slower....you know the rest. Can't go wrong with any of those mid sized Husqvarna's from a reliability and capability stand point. Both the 357 and 372 are excellent machines. The reason for a spectrum of saws in the product line is to allow a mix & match of capabilities to a customers job & physical requirements. Should you read this as I am a frail old guy..look at the profile. Just practical, and after 20 plus years in the bleeding edge racing & computer world; not nearly as interested in fads and numbers games.
