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I'm averaging between 5-9 cord cut a year. For the past 12 years I've run a Jonsered 2050 Turbo. It still runs very well because I take care of it and don't abuse it. I have 3 or 4 chains and swap them out when they loose their edge.
When I was looking for a saw originally, I was encouraged to handle as many different quality brands as i could. I'm glad I did, as the ergonomics of the saws are very different. I'm at the point where I may upgrade to a 60/65cc saw and I'm still leaning towards the Jonsered or Domlars - why, ergonomics and dealer service. Don't count out quality dealer service.
Handle a bunch (if you can), buy a little more saw than you think you'll need and pick up an extra couple chains. Then buy some safety chaps and a helmet and you're all set.
Best of luck.
Mike.
It's good to lead - it's better to lead by example.
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I heard a rumour that Stihl no longer makes their saws but is having them made in China. I have no idea if this is true as the source is not always reliable. I would find out before making the choice to buy one. Oh jeez.. If the same unreliable source was reporting that you have sex with farm animals, would you post it?
I replace valve cover gaskets every 50K, if they don't need them sooner...
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Oh jeez.. If the same unreliable source was reporting that you have sex with farm animals, would you post it?
That would make the source out to be a untrue so no. I do not know the source well enough to be able to trust him as well as I would someone like T Lee. That is why I put rumour in the above and the disclaimer. Some of us here do not to buy China made products. Also why I stated I would find out before I bought. I use a Dalmer, Stihl and a Husky here on the farm.
The first time I shot myself in the head...
Meniere's Sucks Big Time!!!
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OK here is the info: In the mid-1970s Stihl expanded the company by building manufacturing plants in Brazil and in the United States. Due to the new plants, a new product demand emerged, which Stihl was more than happy to meet. Much of the demand stemmed from the construction and landscaping markets; they needed products designed especially for these markets, that also had the quality of the Stihl name behind them. Along with the professional markets, Stihl designed a number of homeowner use equipment, like blowers, line trimmers, edgers, and chain saws. In 2008, the newest addition to the Stihl production family is a plant located in Qingdao, China. So, the source is at least somewhat correct. They make saws in China. I have no clue if any of those saws are imported to the USA.
The first time I shot myself in the head...
Meniere's Sucks Big Time!!!
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Stihl is a global company.
Products that are for sale in the US are manufactured in Virgina Beach.......
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Bought a new Husky 365 last Xmas - great saw. ![[Linked Image]](http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g55/falconm/IMG_0005.jpg)
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You won't go wrong with a professional grade Stihl or Husky. I cut about 15 cord a year using a Husky 353 (18") and Stihl 360 Pro (20"). That early recommendation of a Stihl 260 Pro (or Husky 353 or 346XP) would be a good choice for firewood, but a size larger (Stihl 360/Husky 357XP372XP) will cut you more, faster with a couple of pounds more weight to handle. Both dealers are in my area but the Husky guy is closest and has provided good service.
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Well it's been awhile and probably no one is following this but just today I bought a Stihl MS 310. I didn't know it but our hardware store is a Stihl dealer and there is a repair shop here too. Town is 30 miles away but that is as close as it gets for anything. I was looking at the 290, 270 then decided on the 310. They were all 399-429. So cost wasn't really an issue and I decide to go with the 310 for just a little more power. Dealer gave me a case with it too.
Going on it's first work day tomorrow.
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