saw shopping -- whats a good price on stihl saws?

[ajc4]

I'm thinking of getting a new saw. I prefer stihl because that's what I've always had, and the local dealer is OK and close by. I am looking for somthing in the 361 to 460 range. Since stihl does not sell online, its hard to get a feeling for what a fair price is. What's the "real" price that these models going for in your area? I am particularly interested if somone knows a stihl dealer with good prices in the Western NY area.

My dealer had a poster with the retail prices listed -- I have not talked to the salesman and tried to work him down yet. The retail priecs were:

361 - $559 w/ 16''
440 - $689 w/ 16''
460 - $789 w/ 20''

baileys has comparable Husky saws for quite a bit less. Are the stihl retail prices inflated, or should I consider switching to Husky?

Thanks.

I am not too interested in used saws on ebay -- people on ebay, it seems, are paying too much for some well-used saws.

 

[DanManofStihl]

Heres a link to the stihl list prices they usually stay within in that. http://www.arboristsite.com/showthread.php?t=21091&highlight=price+list

 

[fishhuntcutwood]

Those prices look pretty good to me. As far as the Huskys in Bailey's, you do know that those prices are usually for the powerhead only-you still have to buy the bar and chain as well. Stihls do usually run a bit more pricey than an equivalent Husky, but dang it, they're good saws, and if paying a bit more upfront keeps Stihl from selling their stuff at Home Depot well then so be it.

And as far as "working him down," that's a hot topic around here. There's even a couple of threads about it. The prices he's asking look fair to me, so I wouldn't be surprised if he can't come down too much, And if he can't, don't hold it against him.

Jeff

 

[jokers]

ajc4,

If you are in southwestern NY it would probably serve you well to look up Stihltech on this site. I know that he would treat you as fairly as possible and he is a crackerjack technician should you ever need service. I would even drive a bit to use his service.

Russ

 

[stihlwoodcutter]

i deal with stihltech and the the prices at his shop are a fair amount less.....looking at the price sheet i have here in front of me.