Lignum
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Everything is about 'cost-down' anymore. Maybe after years of testing Husqvarna found that the plastic cases lasted the 'normal' saw operator just as long as the metal cases. So to them perhaps is was a cost/benefit ratio for them. Provide the high quality saws to those who need it, and provide the cost friendlier saw to Joe Q public. And like most things, those who maintain their equipment and know what to do will make their cheaper stuff last longer than those who buy the expensive pro version and does not take care of it.