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Gray_Area:
I don't want gas-powered. I've used electric; Lowe's and HD have decent looking ones for under $50. Lowe's has a Black and Decker cordless for $99.

What say you?

Howard_Casto:
Don't get a cordless.  Chainsawing would run even the best batteries down in a few minutes. 

I got a Black and Decker corded one for around 60 bucks a couple of years back.  I haven't run into any issues and it cuts like a champ. 

Make sure it has a button to oil the chain and uses a standard bolt setup to adjust the chain... because that chain is going to slip off a lot of you are doing anything other than perfect cuts with no pressure on the saw. 

TopJimmyCooks:
I've got a plastic bodied corded one (remington) with 18" bar that I inherited and have used for years.  the oil just drips out of the reservoir over time rathe rthan being controlled.  they are fine for what they are intended for - under 4" cuts and infrequent use in the yard.  Bar and chain oil is best but I've also just used lots of 3 in 1 oil with no issues. 

ChadTower:

You could also consider a good pruning saw.  Keep it sharp and you can cut a 4" branch by hand in ten seconds.  That's how I deal with my trees and you have none of the safety issues or complications of a chainsaw.  I use one very much like this one.

shponglefan:
I've got a Homelite corded saw.  It's handy for lighter jobs, although it goes through bar oil like crazy.

I prefer a gas-powered saw for heavier work, though.

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