WGD Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Buying a new chainsaw as have quite a bit of wood available. Some of the wind blown stuff we have to cut is pretty chunky so thinking about either a stihl 362 or 391, not really considered and husqy. Any thoughts gents? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sauer020 Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 (edited) Both will serve you very well, a lot of people say husqy on the ground and stihl in the air...the only ones I was told to avoid are the "clam shell" design stihls... If its just for ringing fire wood and cutting into logs I'd buy something bullet proof like a 365 or 550 and a smaller saw for limbing and cutting the smaller stuff. The 365/550 will run up to a 28" bar although there's really no need to go over 18" I would say. I Personally run husqy but as I say they both make top end saws so I would base it on what spares/service provider is near to you EDIT - just realised - the 391 is a clamshell design I think so I'd maybe avoid that.... Sauer Edited April 7, 2013 by Sauer020 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old rooster Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 I'm selling a brand new Stihl 441/c for £700 which is way under RRP if it might be of interest, hell of a lot of saw for the money with 20" bar. This thing will eat anything you are ever likely to want to cut up. Stihl and Husky are both very good so just a matter of where you can get a good deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guss109 Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 (edited) If you know what the biggest size bar is you need to run a good rule is to times that by 3 and that gives you the size of power head youl need to run it. Also worth seeing what your local dealer sells so you know you can get spares easy enough for what ever you choose. As for what one to get sthil will plod on allday and husky have more speed to them so I'm told but the most important thing is to make sure you've got the correct ppe and know how to use a saw safely as wind blow is under a lot of pressure and tension so is unpredictable unless you know what your doing Edited April 7, 2013 by guss109 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ditchman Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 sthil and husky are both great saws..if i could afford it i would have one..wont tell you what ive got cause you would larf...ive had it for 5 years and it does everything i ask it to, the enjine is made by komatsu and it is also pdi'd before fitted to the saw. i dont earn my living useing saws like some of the boys do on here, i have used them regualy for 35 years and will tell you this.. use the proper size file dont skim on files maintain your rakers ( they govern the cutting depth an help pull cuttings out) clean and service the saw keep the chain at the right tension turn the bar it dosnt matter what saw you have if the chain aint kept sharp it wont perform i dont use a sharpening guide as i can get it sharper without...try and find someone to show you how to sharpen a saw properly and you will be in the pound seats, if you can afford it get a spare or 2nd hand bar and chain........if you are out in the middle of nowhere and have got your saw stuck at least you can get it free useing the spare bar ditch PS Guss 109 has a really valid point on wind blow....an old boy with a saw was killed a week ago down here doing just that...wind blows are like loaded guns.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Marty Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Both great Saws but I always go with Sthil..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimlet Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Husqvarna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennett Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 At work my fave saw is a husky 353g, not too big but plenty of guts on a 16" bar...BUT I would say compared to my own stihl they are a lot heavier. +1 on the wind low stuff, its evil! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 (edited) I have 2 husqies. I am also sad enough to take a photo. Here it is: Love em. Edited April 7, 2013 by Big Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongaanie Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 husga johnsered and muclluch are all made by the same people stihl is made by someone els Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 The question is the same as Browning or Beretta. Both have good saws ,depends on size required and use as to which wil be best for you. Figgy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.philmypower. Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 I'm selling a brand new Stihl 441/c for £700 which is way under RRP if it might be of interest, hell of a lot of saw for the money with 20" bar. This thing will eat anything you are ever likely to want to cut up. The 441 is an Awsome saw especially run on an 18 bar Stihl and Husky are both very good so just a matter of where you can get a good deal. I have 2 husqies. I am also sad enough to take a photo. Here it is: Yes that is sad lol Love em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Both make good pro saws, I use Husky its heavier than the equivalent sthil though. beware both make cheaper saws for non commercial garden users. I like the husky and have only broken it once when I exploded a sprocket, my fault not the saw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Lol There was another reason I took a few pics (apart from a chainsaw fetish) - insurance. I was recommended to take photos and record the serial numbers in case of theft. But you're right. Its sad to post it on a publc forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stubby Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 But you're right. Its sad to post it on a publc forum! lol, your not the only one, and mine was not for insurance purposes a husky and a import Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WGD Posted April 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Thanks for all the replies, I have Stihl and Husqy dealers close by. I also have access to a friends Stihl 261, 441 and 660 saws with a range of bar lengths although realistically a 20" bar will do everything I need. It is just about time I stopped using his kit all the time, already have PPE, wouldn't cut without it. Have been cutting wind blow with the various Stihl saws in the last few weeks, +1 on the danger element, it's like a deadly game of jenga! Old rooster, thanks for the offer but as I already have access to a 441 I won't take you up on it - I am also VAT registered in an industry where I can justify a chainsaw purchase so will be able to reclaim the VAT. Sauer020 - thinks for the tip about the clamshell design and the 391. I was already tending towards the 362 as it is lighter and more powerful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBW Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 I've two huskys a 435 and a 365 both ideal for felling, dismantling or just cutting Windblow. I'm not keen on sthils the foresters at work often comment on them being gutless compared with huskys and they supposedly loose power when turned on their side when making a back cut to fell something +1 for being careful with Windblow there's a lad up our way who had one drop onto him he's lucky he can walk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guss109 Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 Worth looking at the husky 560xp if your buying new thats my daily saw to use and is a cracker not to heavy and really zippy. Have a look @ fr jones web site for good prices there doing the 441 with same size bar for about 30 notes more than the one you've been offered Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sauer020 Posted April 7, 2013 Report Share Posted April 7, 2013 (edited) it's worth having a read of arbtalk too - I would say if you need a big saw that will go on and on - its commonly known a 365 is a major work horse - it's the reason I bought mine (it has an 18" bar) and I did a lot of research, I did look at a 550xp but was told that these are a bit more "revvy" and therefore need a little more maintenance - they are more aimed at fast felling cuts, I was told the 365xt will be a lifelong saw and will need a check over annually if you keep it cleaned and in good runnin order. So far it has not disappointed me and its an animal of a saw, haven't stalled it out yet. I also use a little 240 husqy with 15" bar for limbing and although they are known for being a pain as they have torx screws to get to the plug/filter housing - it has been a great little saw and had been used and abused for 5 years. Sauer Edited April 7, 2013 by Sauer020 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul223 Posted April 8, 2013 Report Share Posted April 8, 2013 (edited) stihl simples Edited April 8, 2013 by Paul223 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happypig Posted April 8, 2013 Report Share Posted April 8, 2013 Please record your serial numbers...... Register them on www.immobilise.com This is the property database used by the police to do roadside checks.... While you are there register your household items..... If the worst should happen give the police a chance of identifying your property If you want a better explanation then pm me .... It works Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sauer020 Posted April 8, 2013 Report Share Posted April 8, 2013 stihl simples Can I ask why Stihl are better than Husqvarna? It's interesting to see some people say one or the other but don't really say why they have gone in this direction. Sauer Please record your serial numbers...... Register them on www.immobilise.com This is the property database used by the police to do roadside checks.... While you are there register your household items..... If the worst should happen give the police a chance of identifying your property If you want a better explanation then pm me .... It works Please PM me on this as I am interested to log all mine on this. Sauer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul223 Posted April 8, 2013 Report Share Posted April 8, 2013 Build quality, stronger and more torque, it's been a few years since I last did any real work to them but this is how they were, the stihls were usually preferred by the guys working with hard wood, the huskys tended to run faster and suited the guys doing forestry mainly cutting soft woods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vipa Posted April 8, 2013 Report Share Posted April 8, 2013 I got a Stihl 261 running a 16" bar. Got the one with the heated handle and carb (should I ever need it.) It is awesome but I got nothing to compare it with! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happypig Posted April 8, 2013 Report Share Posted April 8, 2013 (edited) Please PM me on this as I am interested to log all mine on this. Sauer Pm'd Edited April 8, 2013 by happypig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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