smstonypoint
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Do pro Husquvarna saws ever go on sale?
Steve
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Switched Teams, Feels Funny.
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om21braz
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I would'nt expect a 30% off sale, unless it was a left-over with a new model replacing it that had proven itself. Otherwise, maybe 10% off? I bought mine (372xp) used and after replacing the bar, clutch cover, sprocket and a new chain I had approx. 50% of new cost in it.
RobertN
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Funny, I got a Honda a couple years ago, cause I have worn my 225R Husky pretty hard. I still like the Husky, but that 4-stroke Honda works really well. Sounds like an old Trail-50 
buck12
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Funny, I got a Honda a couple years ago, cause I have worn my 225R Husky pretty hard. I still like the Husky, but that 4-stroke Honda works really well. Sounds like an old Trail-50
I have still have my Honda 50. It was stored in my Dad's barn for years. I need to get it running for my kids.
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The good support of a great dealer is most important. There isn't an ounce of difference in the make-up and performance of either Stihl or Husky, IMO. Both are as good as the other. However, I'll remain a Stihl owner at least until my great Stihl dealer goes out of business. He could retire any time. Then I will have to make a tough decision, and hope it comes out as good as your Husky decision.
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I'm pretty much in the same boat! Stihl dealer has always been very good to me, but his health is failing & he lost his mechanic (back problems). He has a new kid, but the business is for sale, so I don't think it will be open when he retires. Bright side we have a good Husqvarna dealer. I've already gone to a Husqvarna trimmer & will go that route for a saw if needed. Meanwhile, I'll keep using my old 029 Super 'til it gives up! ~~ grnspot110
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Still haven't tried her on the mill but I cut 10 or 12 cords of fire wood and I think I'm in love. She don't have the low end torque of my Old Stihl but at 6 pounds lighter, it feels nice. I put the winch on tomorrow and drag out a few saw logs, thats sure to put a smile on my face.
Are you going to use it in a chainsaw mill? If so. I would be curious what was the Stihl saw you milled with before. Reason why I'm asking is that I have a 64cc Stihl that I hope to mill some cedar with. I'm talking small trees may be 12-14" at the most just on the very occasional bases.
As for switching saws. I think they are both great and I would have no trouble going with a Husky saw. I bought mine from a dealer that sells and services both. It came down to a bit better price on the Stihl. My neighbor owns and manages 200 acres mostly woods. He has one of each never heard him complain about either one.
I have had a 372XP for 3 years for use around the farm, firewood cutting and in my landscaping business. Lots of power after it is broke in and never had any trouble with it. After you have ran 10 tanks of gas through it see if he will re-tune it for you. My dealer always does this for free and it makes a big difference in power. It pulls a 20" and a 28" bar when needed with no problem. I would not feel guilty about switching teams the place i buy most of my hand held equipment from is the one that will give me the best service after the sale. Some times I see similar products other place a little cheaper but when I need something fixed I know he will be there to take care of it.
gc2310
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I've got a couple of Stihl saws bought from a dealer that used to sell both Stihl and Husky. I bought Stihl on his recommendation as being a better company to deal with. They are now dropping Husky after umpteen years as a dealer, because Husky was forcing them to stock full line. Tractors etc and they don't have space or market. So away goes Husky.