Atlas 80v Harbor Freight Chainsaw vs Husqvarna 50cc Gas Chainsaw Felling
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- Опубліковано 22 лип 2024
- Atlas 80v Harbor Freight chainsaw vs Husqvarna 50cc Gas Chainsaw - Felling a 1-foot wide tree with the Atlas 80v Battery Chainsaw. The atlas chainsaw has an 18-inch bar and costs about $360 bucks with one battery and a fast charger. I forgot that I went one model up in the Husqvarna that saw is $399.00 I believe I said $299 in the video. Check out your local chainsaw representatives though because they often have better saws for the same or less money. What are your thoughts on atlas tools?
The saw did stop on me twice during the video. Do you consider this to be a professional saw? I would expect run time at about 30 mins of actual cutting. What are your thoughts on the Atlas Battery Powered 80v Chainsaw?
The other saws in this video
Husqvarna 450e Rancher - 50.2cc - $399.00 (lowes)
Stihl 211 - 35.2cc -
Ryobi - ry3716 - 37cc
Husqvarna 572xp 70.7 cc - not really a comparison
You can check the saw out for yourself at www.harborfreight.com/80V-Lit... - @Harbor Freight Tools
#harborfreight #batterychainsaw #felling
00:00 - Intro
00:21 - Unboxing Atlas 80v
08:56 - Felling a Tree
12:00 - Testing Saws
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Dude the Milwaukee chainsaw is around the same price
Your neighbors saw didn't sound healthy
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I've worked in this industry most of my life and have used just about every saw there is and if anybody thinks that the atlass is not cutting it they are living in denial , man what a geat saw , in 10 years you just won't whan't to use an ice saw , believe me , great vid !!!
As a farmer I do not see myself using a chain saw more then a few hours at a time. If the battery goes down plenty of other things to work on while the battery recharges.
All batteries loose there strength as time goes bye.. plus your limited by the weather as with a gas type it’s go time all the time. I’m not familiar with other battery chainsaws but they look pretty flimsy. You’d buy a good gas one for small time use for a couple of hundred bucks. I’m a husky guy true and true so I’m going to be biased anyways. Like I tell everyone that I see using a chainsaw is use proper PPE and take your time!
I’d rather spend 75 bucks on a 20 inch Chinese gas chainsaw than this pos battery thing
I was fairly impressed with the electric for a homeowner it's perfect it may sit for a year at a time and run when you need it.
I agree. I have 3 different saws. A 36” that’s rarely used, a 20” and 12” I use on occasion. Every single one needs maintenance, every year. I’m well impressed with the Atlas.
Love you work Nick, just FYI.....PROJECT FARM did a comparison of battery power saws, about 10 of them, they all trip off at times to protect the controller.
19:17 is why you want to go with battery power, for your yard tools. :)
Well, I just got my Joncutter G5800 set up and tuned today and cut just about two tanks of wood up. It is stock with 3/8" .058 chain on it. It is much faster than either of the two saws shown and I have it running rich right now until it is broken in. Powerhead with bar and chain was ~$125 shipped. At this point, there are excellent chainsaws that have come off of patent and can be purchased at extremely competitive prices. I have a H372XP clone that I got with a couple of chains for less than $250 complete and obviously it runs circles around the saws in this vid as it is a much larger displacement. If you are comfortable tuning and make sure that any clones you purchase have the bugs worked out, they are pretty hard to beat for value.
for homeowners, electric saws make sense, No point in leaving a gas saw in the garage for years at a time without starting them for the occasional bush lol, but for real tree work, Gas saws still own the field. great video
Yea and i am getting a battery operated weed eater as gas is just garbage.
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What do you think happens to a battery that’s left for years?
@@Beersandbrakeclean if it's lithium and charged when stored not a whole lot
@@Beersandbrakeclean within reason of course not more than a couple years
So refreshing to watch proper tree felling. Proper PPE too! Thanks!
You bet!
I bought the HF saw along with the HF mower to make good use of the battery platform. I used it to cut up a large honey locust, a red oak 14" limb, and an 80 year old black cherry. After splitting I had over a cord of wood. I still haven't cut up the main trunk of the locust because I need to sharpen the chain and the main trunk of the cherry I am going to slab as one crotch is 42" wide. The HF Atlas cut through all these hardwoods like butter. I only wish they sold replacement chains at the store. You have to call the oem to get one. Also own a small 14" Ryobi battery saw and an old craftsmen corded electric for basic branch trimming. For me, not messing with the gas/oil factor is huge so I am happy the cordless ones are getting this good. Nice rundown on all the options!
Just picked up a remington 14" gas chainsaw for $125 on amazon and this thing is a beauty. It cuts so dang effortlessly, and I'm not talking about pruning, this thing hauls through 12" logs. I love it.
Edit: It's still running strong as ever. Love this thing.
I'm impressed by the torque on the electric. Definitely good for cutting the occasional load of firewood for the firepit or busting up some pallets for kindling.
It would work well for that. I'm not sure how it would hold up long term compared to the cost of it. Thanks for being here!
Great comparison. Yeah, I agree, not a professional saw, wouldn't see this replacing a lumber jack's set up. For a home owner, like that last gasser, it was hard to start. For a homeowner who doesn't use their saw much, two stroke fuel gummies up carbs, is a lot more of a hassel than an electric saw and batteries can stay conditioned running other tools. No oil dripping from exhaust, just the chain lube. I see each saw's different forte's laid out well with this. thanks!
Enjoyed this video, as I've been considering a battery operated chainsaw to fell a few trees like the one you dropped. Was trying to decide whether to invest more in DeWalt cordless tools, but I'm impressed that the Atlas seemed to perform better than I anticipated. Thank you!
Kim, thank you for watching. I hear great things about the 60v dewalts and also the milwaukee m18 saws. I think it will come down to the battery platform that you may or may not already be invested in. I think it also comes down to expectations and the amount of tree work that you have. If you have any questions along the way let me know. Thanks again
Battery saws definitely have the advantage with the occasional user doing pop Johnny jobs. Just leave it behind the seat in your truck and your all ready to go (as long as the battery is charged) but for the serious user who cuts a lot gas is the way to go. The other concern is bar oil you have to check frequently. And btw I have the 562xp they like to pinch a fit sometimes. Lol
Im just a home owner that uses the chain saw two three times a year. The gas ones are a pain in the ass whith the mix fuel hard to start and keep running ,especially in ice storms when it is super cold out. I got a cheep electric one and i was so happy with it i got another bigger one . So great i cant believe it cuts great for me . Even the little one i got cheep i cut up a 30 foot tree that fell in the yard . More than enough for a home owner. The gas one i have is also a cheep one so im not talking about top equipment i only use them occasionally.
There is a fit for them in the market but if you have any other tools I usually try to keep within the same product line. Thanks for being here 680 I appreciate your input!
"The gas ones are a pain in the ass whith the mix fuel hard to start and keep running ,especially in ice storms when it is super cold out. "
You're doing it wrong. I hear you point, but the problem was either you or a poor quality saw. Keeping a saw running well is very, very easy.
I agree. I wish I had bought a DeWalt saw but I already a cheap homeowner gas one. I'm still working on a can of gas that's a couple years old. After that I'm just buying the premix stuff
I considered a cordless chainsaw for bringing along on camping trips but after researching costs and performance I chose a top handle MS194T Sthil boy am I glad I did
Keeping that bad boy warm kept me laughing. I think I'm getting me one. If you are in a situation which could soon present itself in out nation where you need to be quiet , attract little attention.... This is a game changer. Also, you can recharge on solar . I think I'm sold for adding this rig to my homestead resiliency preparations.
Hehe i wonder how long a solar recharge would take
Thank you for purchasing it and testing it. Cordless Chainsaws make for happy neighbors, they are quiet. As you stated, great for homeowners and individual who can't pull start a saw. They have their place, but you need to get battery powered equipment that can run other tools. I foresee every house in the future with a battery powered car, and interlocking/changable batteries, that you can use in house hold equipment and lawn equipment. Charge them up via the sun, grab them when you need them, and your car acts as a backup generator for your house.
i've seen people use a prius as a backup gen for their house.
I will never drive electric i am contractor until they can do 1k a day with 20 min fill ups no thanks diesel is way better
My neighbor have a motorcycles that have enough noise. It makes happy to here noise.
For most of my woodworking, my Husky 55 comes out. Have had that saw since new, it's killed more than a few trees.
For the really big stuff, I wake up the Homelite C-51 with a 36" bar. 32:1 mix gets a little smoky, but it's pretty sweet when it gets into the cut. Great for special occasions.
Dad has a plug-in electric chainsaw, and for what he needs it for, it works great. I bet though, 50 odd years on, we'll be using lasers to cut trees down or something.
Ran mine for the first time today. Did a great job cutting! Even some super hard maple. But , damn, its heavy!
Nice demonstration of the Atlas 80V saw.
A couple of comments:
1) You were comparing to a brand new gas chainsaw. Gas chainsaws generally need 4 or 5 tanks of gas run through them before they develop full power. Yet even with this. the Husky 450 "landowner-grade" 50cc gas chainsaw took 25% less time in the cut than the Atlas.
2) Saw comparisons are generally as much a comparison of the type of chain and how well they have been sharpened as they are a comparison of the saw itself... even with brand new chains.
Still, it was a fairly impressive cut for a battery saw. The saw shutting down in during a series of repeated cuts was likely due to the battery or motor overheating from the high current draw. A safety thing to protect the battery & motor. Maybe not a concern for a typical homeowner, who might have longer pauses between cuts.
All true statements John! Thanks for your time here
Thanks for this indepth review, just saw these at my local HF and was debating picking one up for my 4x4 kit. As others mentioned it would be nice to keep all the tools in the same family battery wise, but it is not essential for me. For real work, I will definately stick with gas Stihls or Huskies. But where I live and also where I venture out to offroad, trails tend to become impassible. A local storm trapped some folks 5 miles or so from the main road with downed trees and such. While I would not try to cut my way out of that sitiation with an electric, I have been looking for something that is heavier duty than a sawzall, but doesn't require me to carry premix. This one seems like it bridges that gap nicely. Thanks again!
Anytime thanks for watching! I like the milwaukee hatchet as well
Super impressed. And it's from Harbor Freight!....loved the part when the gas saw wouldn't start. That's why I went to battery(Ryobi) lawnmower and blower already. As soon as my husky gas saw gives me issues on starting, out she goes. Great video. I'm convinced. Perfect for camping to get firewood and quick cutting around the house. No Brainer for me. Probably gonna stick with Ryobi, since I already have those batteries.
The dewalt one is pretty decent i like it was a gift from my grandfather during a hurricane.
I like the way how you secure your chainsaws in your pickup.
Tyrone Kim thank you. It has been working pretty well so far.
Excellent video thankyou! After seeing the old chain saw starters remorse the battery option looks good!
Anthony Gasparini no problem. Its not a bad saw just a little expensive for what it is. Maybe also check out the milwaukee m18 chainsaw as well
Awesome video!! You got saws for days!! I think the electric saw has its place for us homeowners for sure. Thank you for this review!!
Thats awsome buddy i like to see the way they do gives me some ideas
Great little saw for camping. Thanks for the review 👍😊
thanks proteus Patrick!
Like the video. The instructions say to soak the chain overnight in bar and chain oil. Maybe that's why the hang up he was getting. Still prefer gas but I love my Atlas.
I have a husqvarna battery powered and although it is not rated that highly against other brands, it does what I want it for. That is the occasional cut here and there. We had a huge wind in January that blew trees down all over town, I broke out my gas powered husky too cut up the downed trees but found the saw hard to start after sitting for months on the shelf in my shop. I then decided to get the battery powered version which is always easy to start but found that the battery does not work in cold temps - 10 that day. Not sure how other brands fair in the cold but this is definitely a problem.
Nice to see someone who knows what they're doing review a saw, haha. Good video, man! I agree with you that even the most robust electric saws don't hold a candle to a professional gas powered saw. Hopefully one day someone will come out with one that does.
For homeowners just dealing with smaller fallen trees, dead limbs on trees, firewood, that kinda thing, the electric seems hard to beat. Even if it sat in the garage unused for a year or more, just charge the battery pack and go. Small gas engines are neat, but they're also a pain in the arse--and that goes double when it's sat around a while and the little bit of gas left in the carburetor (there's always some) has had a chance to dry out and plug everything up with goo. There's none of that with the electric motor.
My Husky 536lixp has zero lag between the trigger and the chain. But one thing with all battery saws is that if you load it too much (chain starts to be pinched), they will stop. Reset at the top of the cut at full throttle and you are good to go. Also, I would not buy an Atlas for $250. I'd prefer Dewalt over that. And if someone had m18 batteries already, buying the Milwaukee is a no brainer. Such a powerful saw.
Very true, appreciate your time with this comment. I agree if you already have bought in to a specific system it only makes sense to buy the respective tool. Thanks for being here my friend. Stay safe out there
I broke the pull starter on my 40 Volt Atlas Chain Saw the first day.
Great video. As a west coast faller I don’t think I could ever be ok with the sound of an electric chainsaw though. Even for around the yard. Like the channel, great content.
I can appreciate that. Electric has come a long way but there’s nothing like a 2 stroke. Be safe over there!
Nice black cherry cross cut. This battery saw impresses as a battery saw... Thanks for video.
Anytime, thanks for watching. Appreciate it
That will be great for guys that do the chainsaw carving. I think if you was not messing around with those short cuts you could of chucked up and limbed the whole tree. That would be great to carry in my mud boat in the spring. On the first trip up the creek. I have to cut downed trees out of the creek every year. I hate carrying the saw, gas, bar oil in the boat. I don’t think it would be good for logging or tree trimmers that work in the woods all day. But great review buddy. Love the key finder..
I really appreciate all of the comparisons you made. It also helps that you obviously have fell a tree or two. I think that the perceived stopping is due to having the blade touching the tree prior to pulling the trigger. It really messes with the cordless saws. Start it spinning prior to cutting. Also, I think they cut better when I pivot on the bucking spikes and keep constant smooth engagement. I haven't used the atlas, but I've put a lot of time on my 56v egos.
Thank you my friend. Seems like all Ive been doing this week is dropping trees.. appreciate you being here. Will have to try that next time.
Not too shabby for a good home or firewood saw. Like you said not a production saw. But I'd say any homeowner would be perfect for. Definitely safer than gas. Release and bam, it's off.
For cutting wood for heating i say bring both gas and battery powered the gas for dropping the tree and cutting most of the tree and the battery saw for limbing and small branches
When we go to cut wood we usually take the stihl ms650 ms440 used to take a Deere cs81 ms 260 ms362 ms 250 my dads buddy brings his echo cordless and some of his gas saws
Freddie is a saw guy too!! Love it great info
depends on your situation to the saw that's best for you but the big thing is have a sharp chain they all cut well that way
Wonder how the Atlas would perform if retrofitted with a good Oregon bar and chain?
That cuts decent, now I may need to look into the Milwaukee battery operated
great to keep in the truck for small jobs , no gas cans and no gass smell, has its place, sometimes I need a tool for a one time job , harbor freight fits, needed a toe kick saw for cutting froor under cacinets pro saws to much for one job, I use hf paint brushes for glue and throw , I would rather abuse a hf 1/2 drill
Nice to see someone pronounce Husqvarna right. That’s extremely rare. Just about everyone in the US says Hus-qu-var- na. I have a Ryobi 4618. Cut a lot of wood over the last few yrs with it. It’s been an awesome saw.
Thank you
The battery saws are great to carry in the truck ,ATV, snowmobile, etc. I have a small Kobalt that has gotten me out of a few jams. For major cutting though, I'll stick with my Dolmar/Makita 64cc.
Great video! Looks like battery powered is catching with with gas. A few minor tweaks and that would be a perfect saw.
Good video, Nick! I didn't seriously think the Atlas would compare well, but it certainly held its own in this instance. I can see that there's a niche market for electric, for sure. For fun, I picked-up a late 1970's Pioneer P26 (51cc) for $50 a few weeks ago. It still runs quite well, even though it doesn't appear to have been too well maintained. I'd be curious to see how that Atlas is doing in 40+ years 😉. At the end of the day, I think I'd have to stick with my old-school gas just for the smell of the two-stroke! Take care, and stay well! Cheers, Geoff 🔥🌲🌳
Always appreciate your input. You get it good sir
Thought about getting a gas saw but as a landscaper I only use saws a few times a year. For the quick tree trim or cutting up a bush the Atlas is perfect for my needs. For the everyday usage I still want gas but this wouldn't be a bad backup saw. Just something to keep in the truck just in case.
King David 314 check out the milwaukee hatchet. Video in route
Man you need to make more chainsaw videos. You make it interesting and easy to watch. Keep em coming!
There are some on my channel but im sure there will be more just having some fun. Thank you jared
Geese Nike you cutting them rounds so they are easy for you to carry...whatever thanks for the video comparison I was liking the Atlas saw it's really quiet , that battery lasted ok not the best . Wondering if they could make a corded version of the Atlas‼️
They are for different uses and customers. For the person not planning on using them for hours at a time and don't want to deal with all the extra stuff and hassle of a gas chainsaw. The good quality electrics work great. For the high volume wood cutter and someone who has a little mechanical ability the gas are better. I have the smaller ryobi battery chainsaw that is awesome for throwing in the truck for hunting and camping. I use it for cutting up some firewood and cleaning off the back roads after storm damage. Just throw the chainsaw, a few ounces of bar oil, and a couple charged batteries and it is all I need for that purpose. If I was still cutting cords of wood for my house for winter I would definitely get a gas Stihl or Husky.
I’ve spent 40 years in this business I’m old now and I can tell you don’t get any younger these things are amazing and I won’t be able to pull a saw pretty soon I would use it as an old man but I can’t say this video was very biased you have to know what you’re looking for
Plan to get one soon. Electric is perfect for occasional cutting and trimming. Great to clear shooting lanes.
Awesome! Be safe!
Like my 026 got for $130 with a case bc it had a "busted tank"
$5 cap and no leaks 😜
Best cutting saw I've had so far especially after ditching the fixed jet carb
Thats what im saying. If you look you can find deals. 026 for 130 sweet deal! Thank you for being here
@@NickPixelTV yes man seriously a steal, and it's the older case that's boxy I've seen them for $150 on eBay by itself no saw!
Just happened to see 3 stihl chains on the clearance table at the local hardware store, $15 each for the right one for my saw, I offered $10 each and they said "ok" LoL, what a bargain, set the high jet with an app that actually worked too right on 14k
Been thinking of keeping an electric saw in the 4x4. Don't have to worry about spilling fuel. Or since I don't need a saw a lot I wouldn't have to worry about bad fuel. One of those tools you never need until you forget it at home. It would have to be one of those things where multiple tools shared the same battery style.
billy ???? I’d like to find a small saw maybe like 12 inch bar and either gas or battery that would be perfect for those situations where you could open up a trail. I just don’t like to have bulky stuff on the machine if you know what I mean. I have a folding saw that has worked for us in a jam.
If you can find one compare a Blue Max saw from Rural King against the name brands. I've got one and it holds it own for a 50cc with a 18" bar only drawback is it use bar oil quickly.
I can't be the only one that saw that axe bouncing lol
Nice Video man Like watching stuff in action ..
I’m not ashamed to own a Kobalt 80v. I go out with my dad to cut fire wood, he likes his gas huskies, I keep up with him with the Kobalt. As long as the chain is sharp and it’s not an anti kick chain, it cuts nice.
Forever Misguided you should never be ashamed of something that works for you. Do you own other kobalt 80v equipment? Thanks for being here!
NickPixelTV the mower and weed eater. All works fantastic
Should have had a another electric in there! They are easier to use than gas and can pack a bunch of power, but no match for the runtime of any gas tool! Good video;
Creative name! I wanted to get the husky saw to compare may still try to do that. Harbor freight directly compared it to beating stihl and a 50cc husky thats why I did that. Nonetheless great Idea and appreciate you being here!
Sounds like actually more consistent torque in the batt powered saw.
My boy got this saw for me for a father's day present. I've never had it do the shut off thing you've had here. It will shut off if to much weight put on it. Other then that I've not had this happen. I'm pretty happy with it.
If it spins a chain its a great gift in my book maybe it was an odd ball who knows. Enjoy it if it works for you that is really all that matters and its from your son ;))
Hello my friend! I hope you are surviving this crazy time. I love your style for videos, you are a natural.💕 wanna go another round of playlist buddies? I'm starting this one tonight.
My question is are the changes same that will make a big difference of How It's cutting the power seems to be alright
Got the 80v Atlas chain saw, weed eater and blower, the weed eater also shuts off when rpms stall, same with chain saw let the weight of the saw do the work. Great products.
I was contemplating getting one. Seems ok I think I’ll get one
I feel the biggest thing about electric ope is having more than one peice of equipment for the battery line. I do lawn care professionally and would gladly use a cordless chainsaw as I don't use them much. But not sure I would buy Harbor freight stuff for the business. I already use stihl km131 which does most everything I need.
I agree with you. there are use cases for cordless/battery equipment but I'm still a gas guy. The Stihl KombiSystem has been one of my best investments. Thank you for being here!
@@NickPixelTV The Kombi system has been amazing. And the offer the km130 cordless power head for it which is a nice option.
Let's get them bellhopped and do an after video. Great video and review Nick. Thanks
I was thinking the same thing. Him and I are going to chat more! 👌
@@NickPixelTV Jereme knows his trade very well. He's a good man.
Thx for a yet another great video ! ;)
Dan, Thank you sir! Glad to hear you are safe.
I have been interested in trying out battery operated as they have made huge changes over the years with power. I am just use to using gas powered as that was the only choice for businesses for so long that made sense.
People are recommending some great use cases for battery saws. I can see some value.
Awesome channel, and great tips ty!
Thanks for watching!
After that husky gets broke in you can adjust the carb and make that 50cc saw cut really good I know cause I have one
Pretty much any gas engine saw is like that. Break it in with extra oil, say 20:1 for the first bunch of tanks of gas until the piston rings seat. Then use 30:1 and you can try leaning the high speed needle, squeeze a little extra power out of it.
If you're going to lean it so it 'wails' don't run 50:1 fuel-oil mixture as the manual says, use more than that, like 30:1. The leaner mixture won't deliver enough oil.
The battery saw did better than I thought , I’m in northern Canada and heat with wood , I’ll keep my husky 562xpg
That's what I said. Better than how i figured it was going to go but not something built for the long haul. The 572 is a great saw Dan. Thanks for being here.
I don’t know when you add up the money it’s not a whole lot cheaper than a name brand saw. I’ve recently used a couple eclectic saws I was impressed, but I haven’t the faith in the longevity of HF batteries that is the key to longevity of the saw in my opinion, and I’m not sold.
I like the impulsive trigger pull between cuts with the electric. Like it's a gas saw. Might actually affect battery life.
Jo Daddy's Garage its hard to get used to not running it like a gas saw lol
It does waste energy, everytime you're off the trigger, the electronics brake the motor... just gotta get it up to speed, and only cut as fast as you can maintain chain speed. Nothing wild... just different.
The battery powered saw does better than I expected. Not bad! Good video!
They have come a long way kent. I do think you need to be bought into the battery system though
Hey Nick, nice job on the video. I’m here from Killinger’s channel, I think we bounced a few comments on his Livestream. Anyway, in the never ending supply of content options, I found yours to be refreshing. I took the time to scroll through your comments and noticed a good rhythm. Most of the comments were respectful, and all of your returns were very courteous. I like honest reviews and I would say you were on task. I am a small engine mechanic/fleet manager for a landscape company. I see a ton of hand-held equipment used and mis-used! The Atlas would not make the grade. I have a carver friend who has the Stihl cordless system... Pricey, but Very effective in his craft. As for all of the suggestions folks have for what to try, I only know what I use. The vast majority of my ‘using saws’ are commercial units. The others are mostly vintage relics (‘60’s-‘70’s Muscle Saws) that run, but weigh far too much to use on a regular basis. The electrics are best suited as you have clearly stated, limited and or indoor use. The Atlas would last the average homeowner who is only doing light storm cleanup on occasion. Keep up the great work👍🏼. I subbed based entirely on our conversation and the content of this video.... Now for your Archives! Blessings!
Man those old saws though......tough as nails. We had a steel cased McCullough growing up (NO IDEA model, size etc) and although it was NOT a limbing saw by ANY means i climbed on up and limbed a huge oak in the front yard with it. Even lifting weights in high school at the time and being pretty solidly built it was a WORK OUT holding that thing at around shoulder level for lengths of time (because my father OBVIOUSLY didn't know how to sharpen chains either, lol). Wish i still had that saw though. I live in the mts in VA and burn wood as a sole source of heat and that old beast once you do fell a tree was one of the best bucking saws i've ever held. It's weight alone would just pull it down through when the chain WAS sharp.
Man I appreciate you being here!! UA-cam buried this comment and I never got to reply. Im just having fun and showing what I do..and trying to spread some cheer. I see you in many live chats and always enjoy the conversation. Stay in touch my friend!!
The1 thanks for the reply to that allowed youtube to even show me saw surgeons comment. Appreciate your input and being here
@@The1Virginian :: Those were the days! People complain about the price of a new commercial saw, but when compared to the early to mid-60's they are quite affordable now. Those Heavy Vintage saws were quite pricey by way of comparison. Blessings to ya!
Can you say .... BACK UP SAW ? I would need four bats and a genny to get the same sawing i do with my old HUSKIE.
How sharp is your chain ? Great video .Thanks
I still prefer my stihl 036 with a 24” bar and full chisel chain. 1998 model and still runs mint with the original top end.
My buddy was just talking about his 036 yesterday. Great saw!! If you take care of a stihl it will last a lifetime.
I have six Husqvarna and I cut more than average. Cant beat the gas saw
BUT:
My Daughter just got a Atlas from her BF. My kiddo runs my Husqvarna s with me so .
We love the darn thing!
The chain is insane and the torque is there.
No vibrations
It will cut for a good bit but it is not a wood fire stove production saw for filling the pick up truck
Why is this saw best for home owners? Lack of noise and lack of gas required. It is perfect for all the small stuff or the accumulated odd ball pieces that you dont want to be ripping noise wise in the housing area pissing the neighbors off.
I would think that the battery will be used in other power tools so that will be a plus
I recommend this saw for your once in a while use home owner.
I also would use this as a Pro to reduce noise on the job should there be near by dwellings.
I bought an Echo CS-310 two years ago, I cant say anything negative about it. I also run an Echo CS-5500 it pulls a 20” bar very well. All I can say is Echo has done very well for me.
Right on Josh! I def want to try and get my hands on one. Gotta talk to a few buddies. Thanks for being here man
I hear this alot, seems like echo puts out a pretty darn good product just never gets out of the shadow of the big orange saws. I don't own any but my next saw will probably be an echo, just hardly ever hear anything negative about them.
I think the cutting faster with electric is from starting up to cutting through wood, not while the gas is running. The Husq though, nothing beats that beauty.
Right on phantom!
The problem w/ battery tools is you need 2 or 3 if you're going to be working all day and that may not be enough if you're in the woods without electric to charge them...
If I was to go w/ an electric chainsaw, I'd go w/ Makita since I already have 8 -18V batteries.
I've been doing tree work for 50 years and I stand by Stilh.
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Im still kinda skeptical on battery saws. Im gonna have to side with Killinger on this one. I gotta have that 2 cycle sound. Its a Tim "The Tool Man" Taylor thang. (Simmeon Grunt) Great vid and great reveiw. My Stihl 021 is waiting for me to release the leash on'er. Just be ready.😉
I've had a B&D 20v for a few years. Don't use it often, but when I do, it gets a good workout... There are probably better recharge saw out now, yet it seems one battery can last longer than one fill on a gasser. That being said, I may not push the BD as hard, because I know it's not meant to be a hd saw.... I am very pleased with the value point of it.
Saw what I needed to see, thanks man. It llooks like a relatively bad buy for the price. The 450 out did it hands down, but maybe one day they'll make one better.
Great video as always! Sorry I’m a little late watching! I’ll stick with my gas powered saw! Hope all is well with the family!
Tile saved you at the end. I have one on my keys as well.
That thing has saved me numerous times. Thanks for stoping by Brian appreciate your comment have a great week
People PLEASE keep in mind that these saws ARE NOT gas saw replacements at all, they are however a easy to use and quicck to use when you need something in a pinch!!! With that being said they are not designde to cut up large trees but to make a quick clean up of something small to medium work! At this present time the ECHO is the best hands down fo the money you can pay 900.00 for the STIHL cordless but you dont get anything but the name please watch the reviews that PROJECT FARM does on these saws one of the best reviews for these saws that i have ever seen!!!
It very good if you use the array of tools in the set. The Atlas series has a bunch of interchangeable tools that use the batteries. My wife works at Harbor Freight so I get good deals on stuff, but I would probably buy the Atlas stuff even if I didn't get them cheaper. I use the mower, the blower, the weed-whacker, and the saw and I would like to add the edger but I dunno cause I can do it well enough with the weed-whacker. I just like buying tools! :P
I like having the saw in this setup because I use the saw maybe once a year, if that, for cutting up some fire wood prior to winter setting in. However, I use the other 3 tools weekly, so I get some really good use out of the battery system. If I just had the saw, and no other parts of the kit, I probably wouldn't bother and would just get a small gas-powered saw.
For the homeowner with very light demands, this tool is exceptional. I think this saw is superb for pretty much any work that can be done on a single battery charge and doesn't need the better, continuous torque from the gas motor. However, for any sort of significant work load, I would not bother. It will get bogged down by heavier demands that the gas-powered saw will plow right through.
I just like buying tools had me laughing. Good points. Thanks for taking the time in the comments my friend.
I recommend the Synthetic bar and chain oil from Stihl.
Brian Eastman thanks brian!
For me, choice is between a gas can or a big ol’ rack of batteries. I will keep the gas can.
I've had bad luck with husqvarna saws but good luck with the echo saws like the cs590. I can't run the gas ones anymore hardly. How is the vibration compared the gas. The electric saws are definitely home owner based not ranch or heavier comercial use yet. Being able refil agas tank in a few minutes vs waiting to charge a battery. One good place for a comercial application would be as a limbing saw if its light enough. Nothing worse than a saw that is being PITA to start when you are 20-30ft in the air
Yeah ill agree. I run stihl, husky, and echo in my tree service, starting is best with echo and stihl. Husky is many pulls to start. I do like my 372 xp as it powers out like the stihl 044.
Great for opening my amazon packages 👌
Battery chainsaws are an evolving technology. Give them time and they will catch up but at the moment good only for trimming trees. I wouldn't t rely on one to much to cut a trailer load of heavy wood like I would my Husky or Jonsered petrol saws.
It's not the saw itself, just the battery. The brushless electric motor, and electronic controller that drives it, are 100% fully-developed technology. They're ultra-lightweight and compact for their power, extremely durable, and surprisingly cheap.
It's the battery pack that's the weak spot. They're now very powerful for their size and weight, but expensive, and offer short run times if you want to do heavy work.
Right now, the only way to get a really long run time out of an electric saw is to have a wearable backpack battery and a cable to carry power to the saw. It would be heavy and pricey, but the electric saw is clean and quiet, and will always 'start' so you can use all your energy for working instead of yanking on the starting cord until you're out of breath :)
@shadrock99 You sound delusional. Let me guess... Trump supporter?
Harbor freight saws are junk .
I have the Milwaukee m18 16inch chainsaw how does the atlis compair
Got the saw. Works great.
The stoppage looked like the battery jiggled.
It looks like the Atlas kicked but and would be a great home saw.