I've been using a 1997 era Still 036 to rough out sculptures and some Arbortech attachments for anlge grinders to further refine until I'm ready to do detail with a variety of Foredom burrs, etc. Problem is the I need something to reach into deeper areas to rough out and maybe even do some rough detail. The Arbortech is too large and the Foredom too slow. The 036 is a little cumbersome especially with a 20" bar - but maybe I'm a wimp.
So here are my options and thoughts...
1...get a carving bar for the 036.
2...see if I can make the old Poulan electric work (its kind of underpowered)
3...get a dedicated carving saw.
Under option 3 I'm considering either the Stihl 171 or 192. The 192 is lighter and feels a little more maneuverable. The 171 is way cheaper. The Redmax has its attraction but I know and like Stihl and finding a repair place and supplies is way easier with Stihl.
Also, is one pair of chaps pretty much the same as any other?
Thoughts and suggestions?
Thanks
George
So here are my options and thoughts...
1...get a carving bar for the 036.
2...see if I can make the old Poulan electric work (its kind of underpowered)
3...get a dedicated carving saw.
Under option 3 I'm considering either the Stihl 171 or 192. The 192 is lighter and feels a little more maneuverable. The 171 is way cheaper. The Redmax has its attraction but I know and like Stihl and finding a repair place and supplies is way easier with Stihl.
Also, is one pair of chaps pretty much the same as any other?
Thoughts and suggestions?
Thanks
George