McCartman said:No offense intended, TimberPig, but if'n he made a case out of wood, he'd have to put a 3/4 ton pickup axle under it and a hitch on the front to move it around! I just stopped at my local Stihl dealer today to pick up some stuff and he's got a slightly used MS880 on the shelf. I picked it up just to look it over and couldn't wait to set it back down! DANG if that ain't a big, heavy beast!!
I asked the salesman what the deal was with it - there is absolutely no need for a saw that size in western WI!! Some fella came in, bought it (special ordered), and brought it back two days later wanting to "return" it. Dealer said no way, it's yours! They are just displaying it and trying to find a buyer for it.
Yes they are a big heavy saw. Thats what comes with buying a saw that size. there is a reason why they aren't as common as smaller saws, cause they are workout to use, and other than milling or running very long bars, are not often needed.
I was thinking more of a case built out of plywood, not big timbers. He could always have it for storage at home, and just have a scabbard to protect the bar when he takes it out for use.