On 24 Mar, 09:06, Malcolm wrote:
In article , Stan The Man
writes



In article , Mike Lyle
wrote:

sally H wrote:
I should like to buy a small chainsaw and should like recommendations
please.
Thanks.

Recommendation No 1: Don't.
Recommendation No 2: Look for an ATB training course. I found it
invaluable.
Recommendation No 3: Don't.
Recommendation No 4: Stihl or Jotul plus _full_ protective gear - no
half-measures.
Recommendation No 5: Don't.
Recommendation No 6: Get a short blade, not a long one.
Recommendation No 7: Don't.

Agree on all points and the shorter the blade the better/faster it will
cut. However, I recently bought a very cheap (under £100) Ryobi 33cc
14in model and it is extremely good value albeit not the same quality
as a Stihl.

Don't go for an electric chainsaw

Why not?

and by all accounts, avoid McCulloch.

--
Malcolm

Nothing wrong with an electric chain saw if you know what you are
doing, Alkdiu and Lidl do them at times for around £40.00.
My neighbour who only burns wood uses them all the time and cuts many
tons of wood before the machine needs to be replaced.
He is over 70 and has used chain saws for many years.
Just make sure that you keep the tension on the chain and keep it well
lubricated, and what ever you do USE IT CAREFULLY. THEY ARE LETHAL IF
USED CARELESSLY.

David Hill
Abacus Nurseries