Main > Everything Else
Chainsaw buying: what kind?
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.
Navigation
[0] Message Index
[#] Next page
Go to full version