Top handle bar length

[green leaf]

Hey everyone,
I tried to do a search but it would not work, so sorry if this issue has been beaten to death. I am buying a top handle climbing saw and was wondering what length bar to use, the 14 in or 16 in. I have used a 16 on the saw I use now and it is alright, but just wondering about the 16 in on a top handle for balance. The 14 in appeals to me , although when in some bigger wood I do not want to switch saws all the time. Thanks - Darren

 

[Toneman]

I like a 14 in on my 020T.

 

[flht01]

try this thread

http://arboristsite.com/showthread.php?t=29690

 

[Lawn Masters]

I like a 14" on any tophandle. 16" gets a little tough to me, but then again, my wrists arent pure muscle either.

 

[fishhuntcutwood]

16" on my 200T. Does sit a bit nose-down, but balances well. One handing a top handle is the only time I think about balance in a saw, and it balances well enough.

Jeff