sunfish
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What ever XP you get, Do not get the E-Tech version, it has a cat muffler.
Stihl or Husky ?
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The Count
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how about just G ?
sunfish
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I believe G is heated handles. I don't need them here. Adds a little extra weight also.
Is there any other dealers around you? You need to go somewhere and handle
the different models and buy the one that feels right to you.
The Count
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yes, there are some other places.
I was and I will go again; what I don`t like is that they try to sell me in stock models.
I was and I will go again; what I don`t like is that they try to sell me in stock models.
Machold
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Lotsa good advice on brands. My choice for 50cc range is the Makita/Dolmar510; I am continually amazed by this saw.
Farmertim
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If you are looking for an all around saw, and the difference in price is only $70 I would choose the 357xp. I no longer have one, because I opted for the 346/372 combo after using the 357 in a bunch of maple in the 30+ inch range. The 357 is heavier for sure, but it handles great and has that snappy throttle response that everyone loves in the 346. In larger wood, or when noodling the 357 is still noticeably stronger than the 346. Decisions, decisions 
. Pretty sure you can't go wrong with the saws you are considering. Just get enough saw!
Tim
. Pretty sure you can't go wrong with the saws you are considering. Just get enough saw!Tim
SawTroll
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Lol, my 361 will do to your 357, what your 346 will do to my 260.
OP: If you're deciding between those two, 361 is a no brainer. From a guy who owns a 361 and has also ran a 357 quite a bit.
The 60cc class has been the weak spot in the Husky line-up since the 262xp disappeared - but that probably will change pretty soon, when the 560xp/562xp comes out!
The Count
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the closest to 60 pro is 357 (56,5cc);
lower ranked are 460 and 359.
not sure wich is the link; or it is just the lack of 60 cc pro ?
lower ranked are 460 and 359.
not sure wich is the link; or it is just the lack of 60 cc pro ?
sunfish
Fish Head
If you are looking for an all around saw, and the difference in price is only $70 I would choose the 357xp. I no longer have one, because I opted for the 346/372 combo after using the 357 in a bunch of maple in the 30+ inch range. The 357 is heavier for sure, but it handles great and has that snappy throttle response that everyone loves in the 346. In larger wood, or when noodling the 357 is still noticeably stronger than the 346. Decisions, decisions
Tim
Right you are, Tim. If it weren't for the weight they would be hard to tell
apart. That and the extra grunt from the 357.
Like I said, I really like my 357 but at the end of the day my back likes the
346 much better. And if the majority of your wood is under 20" the 346 is all ya need.
The 346/372 combo will beat any 60cc saw out there, for sure!!!
sunfish
Fish Head
The 357 is going to be much better than a 460 and a little better than a 359.
Might want to wait for the new 560xp, it'll be out soon. I'm sure interested.
SawTroll
Information Collector
The 362xp was an attempt to replace the 262xp with a saw based on the 371xp, but it was heavier and bulkier, and had less power than the 262xp - so that one failed as well (even though it is a very good saw)!
I am sure the MS362 also is a very good saw - just not in the top League of the 60cc class, that still consist of the 262xp and the Euro MS361, and nothing else!
Also, I am pretty sure that the 560xp/562xp will change that picture!
The Count
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560 xp tell me more. a www maybe ?
from what I hear soon means few months.
not that would be hard to wait, ya know, the winter coming and me not needing any saw for I don`t earn my keep with it....
from what I hear soon means few months.
not that would be hard to wait, ya know, the winter coming and me not needing any saw for I don`t earn my keep with it....
SawTroll
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There are other active threads on that one - a lot of people are waiting for it to appear on the market....
The Count
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I think I have found the answer to that old question: Stihl.
I think that the reason is different for everybody;
my choice is not based on looks,or quality; both look and feel good and are great saws.
however Husky runs at higher rpm with a different sound. Stihl, draws it`s power from compression outputing an altogheter different sound.
in the end, this is my criteria. sound.
now it would probably be an 362 if I can`t find an 361 in the us.
if any of you live in AZ, and knows a good dealer, let me know.
thanks
this is it (I think)
I think that the reason is different for everybody;
my choice is not based on looks,or quality; both look and feel good and are great saws.
however Husky runs at higher rpm with a different sound. Stihl, draws it`s power from compression outputing an altogheter different sound.
in the end, this is my criteria. sound.
now it would probably be an 362 if I can`t find an 361 in the us.
if any of you live in AZ, and knows a good dealer, let me know.
thanks
this is it (I think)
PLMCRZY
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Why is this a big deal? Cant it be modded? My echo had a cat in the muffler to it took 5 mins to drill out.
ropensaddle
Feel Lucky
Stihl if you like to polish saws and fit in with the weekend warrior group. Husky if you rely on them for your living imho.<a href="http://www.sweetim.com/s.asp?im=gen&lpver=3&ref=11" target="_blank"><img src="http://content.sweetim.com/sim/cpie/emoticons/000203FA.gif" border="0" title="Click to get more." ></a>
The Count
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how is 362 in usa ?
found a dealer close in AZ and shipping is 1,72/pound so.....cheaper
found a dealer close in AZ and shipping is 1,72/pound so.....cheaper
sunfish
Fish Head
Because it's easy to find non-cat Husys' for the same price.
And I hate the green gas cap on an orange saw
Trigger-Time
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If speed is what you want buy a husky.
Get a Stihl if you want a saw that will last and last
and even one day pass it on to your kids. If you ever
one day need to get parts a Stihl dealer is just down the road.
TT
Get a Stihl if you want a saw that will last and last
and even one day pass it on to your kids. If you ever
one day need to get parts a Stihl dealer is just down the road.
TT
ropensaddle
Feel Lucky
If speed is what you want buy a husky.
Get a Stihl if you want a saw that will last and last
and even one day pass it on to your kids. If you ever
one day need to get parts a Stihl dealer is just down the road.
TT
Speed and durability are husky the only thing high end on stihl is hype and price<a href="http://www.sweetim.com/s.asp?im=gen&lpver=3&ref=11" target="_blank"><img src="http://content.sweetim.com/sim/cpie/emoticons/000206C2.gif" border="0" title="Click to get more." ></a>on stihl
