Sthil or Husky??

[pappy19]

I can get a Husky Rancher 455 with a 20" bar for $420 with free shipping. Thoughts?

[beenthere]

Just one, tell us how it performs for you.   

[567paloggger]

if i was buying a new saw which i do a couple times a year i would go pro model saws i have stihl husky and dolmar i like them all but im really liking this dolmar 5100s and its cheap 435 out the door

[quietrangr]

If you're deciding between the 372 Husky and the 361 Stihl: I own a 2171 Jred, same saw as the 372, and a 361 Stihl. I ran the Jred for three years at about 125 to 150 hours a month, with nothing more serious than a new clutch needed. I ran my first 361 for two and a half years, needed a clutch, then an oiler, which I'm waiting to get now. While waiting I bought another 361. What made up my mind was going back and forth between the two saws. After an hour, I was glad to get back to the much smoother 361. 2171/372 is 10 cc's bigger, and you notice it, but the 361 is less tiring. I also have had some carb trouble with the 361, needed cleaning more than the Jred ever did. They're both good saws, but I pick the 361 because it's less fatiguing. That's important for us tired old lumberjacks.

[peterc38]

I like them both but whichever one you get, I wouldn't loan out to your son or son-in-law, let them buy their own 

[ford62783]

i say the husky fr three reasons
1. here the husky is cheaper
2. the husky 576xp i own and the 350 are both tough and easy to handle
3. and the husky is guarenteed for 2 years

[pappy19]

Went on ebay just for fun and found the same Husky 455 with a 20" bar/chain and $25 shipping for $299. It'll be here in 4 days from Ohio. I couldn't find a better deal any where else. Many thanks for all of the replys and advice. I'll let you know how it works out.

Pap

[fraggle rock]

 I have had husky 2100 and stihl 066 and 064. Both are very good breeds. I think it is a personal preferance on which saw to buy .

[bl73]

I've had both Stihl and Jonsered, I wouldn't compare the 361 to the 2171, I'd compare the 361 to the 2165, both are great saws but at the end of the day the 361 is just a bit lighter, think most people around prefer Stihl also, had the 361 stolen out the truck