Buying Advice Need Second Stihl Commercial Chainsaw, Larger Than MS261

[4570Man]

I’d gladly pay $450 for a 372 or a 7900. Unfortunately I haven’t found such a deal.

 

[motownbrowne]

I’d gladly pay $450 for a 372 or a 7900. Unfortunately I haven’t found such a deal.

Opeforum or Arboristsite are where I've had the best luck buying saws. I've bought a couple on Craigslist but try to avoid it. Guys on the forums want to protect their reputation, so generally they don't sell junk or try to pass something off as a good runner if it isn't. Of course you'll get people who just sign up to try to sling BS, but it's easy to spot that behavior.

 

[LD1]

I never claimed the 7910 (or even a 7900) was 6.5HP. without going back and re-reading what I posted....it could have been a typo.

Again, I have been out of the saw market for ~8 years, so dont know what the EPA has done to the main stream pro saws.

But back then, a Dolmar 7900 was 6.3HP. A husky 372xp was 5.3.....at the same weight and for $100 more.

Huskys next jump was the 385xp which cost a few pounds and same power as 7900.

So the Dolmar was the sweet spot for power/weight/price.

But all in good fun. Im not hating on the 372xp. So dont take it seriously. I like saws in general. Just a preference for dolmar. And in the 65-80cc range....I think they have the best bang for the buck in terms of power and weight.

 

[4570Man]

I never claimed the 7910 (or even a 7900) was 6.5HP. without going back and re-reading what I posted....it could have been a typo.

Again, I have been out of the saw market for ~8 years, so dont know what the EPA has done to the main stream pro saws.

But back then, a Dolmar 7900 was 6.3HP. A husky 372xp was 5.3.....at the same weight and for $100 more.

Huskys next jump was the 385xp which cost a few pounds and same power as 7900.

So the Dolmar was the sweet spot for power/weight/price.

But all in good fun. Im not hating on the 372xp. So dont take it seriously. I like saws in general. Just a preference for dolmar. And in the 65-80cc range....I think they have the best bang for the buck in terms of power and weight.

You’re right. You did claim 6.3 hp. Anyway comparing current models both brands are pretty close. Not the landslide victory as comparing either brand to a Stihl is.

 

[motownbrowne]

You’re right. You did claim 6.3 hp. Anyway comparing current models both brands are pretty close. Not the landslide victory as comparing either brand to a Stihl is.

Oh SNAP!!

 

[4570Man]

Oh SNAP!!

What’s that supposed to mean?

 

[motownbrowne]

What’s that supposed to mean?

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That's a link to a definition, though it does look sketchy. You can Google it yourself also.

I was just acknowledging and appreciating the way you mended fences with the Dolmar fans while dissing Stihl saws all in one breath.

I like all the brands, so it's fun to make fun of all of them.

Enjoy that 372. I'd love to own one, but I'm worried that all the screws will vibrate loose, and when they do, I gotta drive an hour to find a dealership.

 

[goeduck]

Whatç—´ that supposed to mean?

I did not write it and I do not know what it means, but I do know that anyone who says that comparing a Dolmar or a Husky to a Stihl is a Landslide does not know what they are talking about. All 3 are excellent brands. No landslides involved.

 

[LD1]

No landslides involved.

When you factor price.....its pretty close to a land slide

 

[goeduck]

When you factor price.....its pretty close to a land slide

I have not been on this forum for long but this type of comment is insulting to Stihl users like myself. I would never make such a comment about a Dolmar or Husky user, they are both good brands. On a good forum good members respect each other.

 

[LD1]

#1......lighten up. Husky, Dolmar, and Stihl is like ford, chevy, and dodge. All good, everyone has their preferences, and there is nothing wrong with poking a little fun about the other brands.

#2. Nothing insulting if its the truth.

#3....Stihls are the most expensive of the 3, when comparing comparable models.

#4.....the only real insult that would ever involve "me" and "stihl" in the same sentence.....would be if one were to try to force "me" to run a "stihl" 290/291

 

[motownbrowne]

When you factor price.....its pretty close to a land slide

I own Dolmars and Huskys as well as Stihls. I agree, Stihls are more expensive than they ought to be. My dad paid about $300 for his 036 when it was new. Now a 362 (same size saw) is over 700.

BUT... There's two mitigating factors. 1: The dealer network. Yes, it sucks that you can't but stihl parts online, but having dealers in **** near every town is huge if you're trying to get work done. And 2: resale value. Just like Kubota or John Deere, Stihl saws hold their value. Really really well. I can just about guarantee you that there's half a dozen well used 029 or ms290s on my local Craigslist for $300. That's almost what they cost new. I've sold 3 Stihl saws in the last couple years. I didn't lose a penny on any of them. So, yeah, more expensive to purchase, but for the most part you get it back when you sell them.

 

[motownbrowne]

I have not been on this forum for long but this type of comment is insulting to Stihl users like myself. I would never make such a comment about a Dolmar or Husky user, they are both good brands. On a good forum good members respect each other.

He didn't make any comment about a Stihl user. Just about the brand. Don't worry, we're mostly all friends here.

 

[goeduck]

#1......lighten up. Husky, Dolmar, and Stihl is like ford, chevy, and dodge. All good, everyone has their preferences, and there is nothing wrong with poking a little fun about the other brands.

#2. Nothing insulting if its the truth.

#3....Stihls are the most expensive of the 3, when comparing comparable models.

#4.....the only real insult that would ever involve "me" and "stihl" in the same sentence.....would be if one were to try to force "me" to run a "stihl" 290/291

I will not lower myself to respond in kind to your post. Not worth it.

 

[LD1]

I will not lower myself to respond in kind to your post. Not worth it.

#1.....lighten up. Its all in good fun:thumbsup:

372xp............70.7cc...............14.6#................5.5hp
MS441...........70.7cc...............14.6#................5.6HP
PS7310..........73cc..................14.7#................5.4HP
MS461...........76cc..................14.7#................6.0HP
PS7910..........79cc..................14.7#................5.7HP
And the old PS7900..................13.6#................6.3HP

Dont know current pricing, but with a little googling, it seems the 372xp and 7910 are in the ~$900 ballpark.....the MS441 is $1000, and the MS461 is ~$1100.

Similar back ~7-8 years ago when I was last shopping. The PS7900 was ~$750, the 372xp was ~$800, the MS440 was ~$900, and the MS460 was $1000

 

[LD1]

Don't worry, we're mostly all friends here.

:thumbsup::drink:

 

[goeduck]

He didn't make any comment about a Stihl user. Just about the brand. Don't worry, we're mostly all friends here.

#1.....lighten up. Its all in good fun:thumbsup:

Fun? Unsubscribing from the thread if this is normal between members.

 

[motownbrowne]

:thumbsup::drink:

If we were really true friends though, Mr. LD1 you'd PM me your address so I could mail you some maple syrup. You can't imagine how much better you made my life by doing that write-up for the remotes and Tnt.

 

[LD1]

If we were really true friends though, Mr. LD1 you'd PM me your address so I could mail you some maple syrup. You can't imagine how much better you made my life by doing that write-up for the remotes and Tnt.

It's all good. I am grateful for the offer. But enjoy it yourself. Looking forward to spring here so we can tap.

Some just take everything too seriously. I come here to help others, get help if needed, and have fun. Someone looking for a serious forum with no fun......move on.

 

[motownbrowne]

Fun? Unsubscribing from the thread if this is normal between members.

I mean, no one is making you click on this thread. From what I can see you're the only one offended by it. I'd encourage you to relax and stick around though. TBN is a pretty chill and well mannered forum compared to the other ones I visit.