Battery powered chainsaw recommendations? (2017)

[bcp]

Did you photoshop shop that or is it for chainsaw carving or something?

I shortened the bar in a photo editor, to about 22mm.

And I just noticed that the n't fell off the would in my post, so I put it back.

Bruce

 

[k0ua]

I have a basic idea of the metric system. The problem is I can't eyeball a metric bolt and tell what's size it is or guesstimate the length of a log in centimeters, etc.

I am getting better at it, it just takes a bit of practice. Just like we did with the SAE system. No one knows how to eyeball SAE bolts either at first, but as we gain experience with doing this we get pretty good at just looking at them and figuring out what they are. Same for metric bolts, we just need to practice it a little.

 

[ericm979]

I have a basic idea of the metric system. The problem is I can't eyeball a metric bolt and tell what's size it is or guesstimate the length of a log in centimeters, etc.

If you work with it enough you learn it, the same way you learned to do it for sae. I'm used to doing mechanical work in metric. Lately with the new tractor I've been working on the implements and hydraulics. They are sae, which I haven't worked with for a long time. I'm learning how to recognize sae bolt head size like I can with metric.

 

[AchingBack]

After 35 years of cutting with gas saws - I heartily welcome the advent of battery powered chainsaws. When available, I buy log truck loads of hardwood. Two years ago I sold my Stihl 290 and purchased the EGO saw with 16" bar and 56 volt battery. The EGO easily, quickly cuts through seasoned madrone, and oak. I miss the Stihl like I miss Navy boot camp.

 

[4570Man]

You go after a log truck load of wood with a battery saw?

 

[AchingBack]

You go after a log truck load of wood with a battery saw?

Easy as pie. The battery run time is about 45 minutes. By then I'm ready for a break.

 

[Industrial Toys]

I don't know if anyone spoke of the Oregon saw. 40 Volt I believe. I was sold when shown the self sharpening feature. I have not used it much. Just carry it, when I might need a saw to remove a fallen tree or limb. I more use the 40V pole saw and string trimmer, both of which I love.

Apparently the Oregon Rep demoed the saw by cutting into a cinder block, using the sharpener and resumed cutting wood.

 

[4570Man]

Do the self sharpening chains actually work and cut comparable to a regular chain?

 

[Industrial Toys]

They are not self sharpening. You have to engage the stone. It cuts very well compared to any other saw.

The downside is, you have to replace the chain (which is $pecial) and the $tone. It's why I use it sparingly, only when it's a better choice. Like I mentioned earlier, or when in a basket cutting a few limbs.

 

[ericm979]

Oregon sells that self sharpening thing for gas saws too. PowerSharp Chain Sharpening Kit - YouTube

I remember seeing a self sharpening chain & saw mounted stone setup on some Sears catalog saws in the 1970s.

 

[ultrarunner]

I have one of the Sears Power Sharp saws... it was great for a quick retouch with the Oregon Barracuda Chain...

Couldn't get that chain anymore as it was too aggressive which meant the Power Sharp no longer worked...

 

[Oldpath05]

I wouldn't have much use for a saw with a 22mm bar, either.

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Bruce

That's freakin hilarious, is that a camera trick? thanks posting............

 

[Oldpath05]

I have a basic idea of the metric system. The problem is I can't eyeball a metric bolt and tell what's size it is or guesstimate the length of a log in centimeters, etc.

That's exactly my problem, now we'd make a great team working on tractor,,,,,,,,,,,what size mm bolt you'd say that was...................somewheres around 3/4", ok I'll grab the mm 15 16 17 18 19 19-1/2................here you go catch.

 

[Oldpath05]

I shortened the bar in a photo editor, to about 22mm.

And I just noticed that the n't fell off the would in my post, so I put it back.

Bruce

Oh guess I should kept on reading, neat trick...I like it.

 

[tcreeley]

My wife has a 40v ryobi chainsaw with a 14" bar. She loves it. 5'3" and 65 yr - she loves not waiting on me to cut something for her. She has a 40v weed wacker as well. they share batteries. This spring she might get the 40v ryobi trimmer as well.
The chainsaw is not a 266 husky - but it starts easier and is lighter!

 

[Industrial Toys]

That saw might be neat for gouging. It would make it much easier to hold in place.

 

[Oldpath05]

I dont know still quite a chunk of change for battery power, if they would come atleast with 2 batteries, I'd might give them a try, or if I buy somthing like a pole saw that would take the same battery then I might get one, but still those saws are pushing $300.00>> EGO 14 in. 56-Volt Lithium-ion Cordless Chainsaw with 2.5Ah Battery and Charger Included-CS143 - The Home Depot

 

[Streetcar]

Picking up my stihl battery saw on Saturday

 

[ultrarunner]

I'm thinking of buying the Stihl Battery Pole Saw...

My brother has the Stihl Charger and 300 series batteries for his Stihl Battery Saw available to use.

I need a pole saw seldom but I do need it about one a year... just thinking not having another small gas engine and having to deal with ethanol fuel...

As tcreely said... my sister in law is doing lots of things that would wait on my brother now that they have the Stihl Battery Chain Saw... he said that alone made it a wise choice...

Can't comment on batter life but Stihl claims 80%+ capacity after 500 charge cycles.

 

[Industrial Toys]

I actually find the Oregon 40 Volt pole saw great for trimming on the ground too. You don't have to bend as much and don't get into the hawthornes and burdocs.

A friend just got the 40 volt leaf blower and loves it. I have my Makita 4 stroke (which I love) otherwise I wouldn't think twice about getting the blower.