Well I brought home a MS441 R C-M with a 28" bar. I think this will make a great felling saw. I just wasn't willing to wait for the unknown release of the new 462. While I don't really need the wrap handle, I thought the R model was worth purchasing for the bigger dogs and HO oiler. Im not sure I'll be able to burry her in some wood this weekend, but I am hoping to very soon.