Makita EA3200 - Any love here?

[davefr]

I'm curious if the Makita EA3200 is a good choice for a small nimble 14" saw. Any reason to choose it over the Echo CS310 or Stihl MS170? Cost is about the same and I've always liked Makita/Dolmar.

 

[Franny K]

I chose the Makita 3601 I think it costs more than what you have listed. Why not the Stihl 171 instead of the 170? The Stihl ones are inboard clutch, likely the Echo model you listed the 310 though I am not going to look it up to be sure. If you want a suggestion go with the inboard clutch. The 3601 is outboard clutch but is a special type of engine design.