Small chain saw

[DFB]

Derek,

I have an Echo CS280, very similar to the <A target="_blank" HREF=http://www.echo-usa.com/prods_item.asp?Model=CS-300&Category=CHAINSAW>CS300</A> except that it's orange. I have owned both that saw and a CS 4600 model since the late 80's.

I've used both of them extensivly over the past decade while clearing off those 5 acres of southern VT property I've got. My Echo saws are certainly no throw-away type chainsaws. Neither one has let me down or needed any type of repairs. For years, nothing other than fuel/oil and chains.

If you think a top handle saw is what you want or need, you'll find it great to have around. The one I have is lightweight, balanced and starts easy. I find it nice to use, especially for brushwork and pruning. I used to leave the small one at the burnpile for trimming while using the larger saw to limb out the tops.

From what I've seen Husky has a top handle saw too. The 335XPT. One of my catalogs lists it for $399.95

DFB

 

[gobbler]

I've got two Stihl saws, a 028 and 009L. I used the 028 for a long time before I got the 009L (actually it was a xmas gift form wife)

I use the 009 for light work and limbing. The 009 is a top handle saw, and I would not give up that saw for anything. It's balanced just right, and has plenty of power.

Sure beats humping the 028 around, when the 009 will do the job.

Jim