StephenM wrote:

Thanks all for the input.

I'll be going for the Stihl w/o the tool-free chain adjust. The
corrsponding Husky was $20 cheaper but 10% less HP and a 1/2 lb
heavier. Also, the bar attachment had only one smallish nut rather
than the two w/ an integrated flange in the Stihl.

Cheers,

Steve


"StephenM" wrote in message
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I would like to upgrade the low-end 14" saw that I purchased a
decade ago to help clear the mess after an ice storm. What I would
like is something with a little more balls, a little more bar and
something which less finicky to start, adjust and maintain. Also,
keeping the weight down is a plus.

It will be used for prepping bowl blanks for my Jet 1442 (14-inch
swing) minor yard cleanup and cutting all of about 2 cords of wood
a year. Realistically, it will see about a dozen hours of use
annually, if that.

Locally I have both a Stihl dealer and a Husqvarna dealer, each of
which have good service departments, so that seems like a good
place to start.

I'm leaning to the Stihl 325. The CB model has a tool-free chain
adjustment and a E-Z start (spring-wound starting assist) but I
think that's probably a poor tradeoff as I would rather pull the
cord than carry an extra .7 lbs.

Is there any other features or models that I should be looking at
specifically be looking for?

Thnaks,

Steve


When I needed to replace my SP81 McCulloch (5 cuin) I looked at both
Stihl and Husky but bought a 7900 Dolmar becauase I got a better deal.
I still have a Sachs-dolmar 120 that I've had for years. The Dolmar was
lighter and had more power than the Husky or Stihl of the same class.
6.1hp and 13lb. I use a 24", 28" and 32" bar. I had to cut up a Poplar
that was about 5 and half feet in diameter. there's also Solo which
makes a good saw. Jim

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