jaytee
ArboristSite Lurker
I'm a new guy here and am wanting some advice from you experts. As I'm sure most of you know, we had the worst ice storm in history here in Southwest Missouri, more specifically in and around the Springfield area. Unfortunately our trees suffered severely and I am in the process of trying to clean things up. I cant really afford to hire a professional tree crew, I've got good chainsaws, a Johnny 2054 turbo and a Poulan Pro 336 and I'm looking to buy a power pruner, or if thats not really needed, maybe just a manual pole saw. I will also be using this pole saw or power pruner to clear limbs in my timber for clearing shooting lanes for deer season. The majority of our timber is oak with some elms near the house that will need work. Most of the limbs will prolly be 8 inches or less. Can I get buy with a manual pole saw or would I be wise to step up to the powered versions? I found a Technic Tool Corp. model TT-21A on ebay but I'm not familiar with this model. I did do a google and found out that Echo aquired Technic some years back. And after looking on here and looking at various threads it seems that the jury is split on the quality of the Stihl power pruners as well as the Echo's. If I buy one thats powered I do want one that extends and I'm open to any name brand. I dont want to spend a fortune but like my dad always told me, don't skimp when it comes to work tools. I would appreciate any and all help.