Let's See Your Chainsaws

[bulletpruf]

MS250 is a capable little saw. I don't have one in my arsenal, but I've run them before.

 

[bulletpruf]

I need to stop doing this! Bought an 064 a while back for a good price - $450. Figured I could afford to spend some $ to get it in tip top shape, so I sourced an NOS tank, NOS 3/4 wrap, NOS air filter and top covers, new Stihl sprocket 28" bar and 3/8" chain etc, etc. Just sold it today for $1,000 and took a beating!

 

[jblnut]

I need to stop doing this! Bought an 064 a while back for a good price - $450. Figured I could afford to spend some $ to get it in tip top shape, so I sourced an NOS tank, NOS 3/4 wrap, NOS air filter and top covers, new Stihl sprocket 28" bar and 3/8" chain etc, etc. Just sold it today for $1,000 and took a beating!

My wife is happy you sold it to someone else. I made the mistake of leaving your posting on OPE open on the iPad yesterday morning and got questioned. All I could say is “there is a lot worse stuff I could be looking at than chainsaws for sale!!” Just got a big harrumph lol.

 

[jblnut]

It’s not near as purrdy as @bulletpruf saw but my red light 066 brings a smile to my face every time it pull the trigger. I have a spot lined up with MMWS to have it ported and gone though soon so I’m super stoked about that !!


Here are the saws that run and are complete. I grab the little muff modded MS250 first almost every time. The 026 is a close second and the 041 is just plain ‘ol fun to run. Tons of low end grunt in that saw !! The MS251 sees use when I don’t want to change a chain on the 250 and the 066 is used to fall anything over 18” and promptly put back in the bucket lol. She’s a heavy beast.

 

[bulletpruf]

It’s not near as purrdy as @bulletpruf saw but my red light 066 brings a smile to my face every time it pull the trigger. I have a spot lined up with MMWS to have it ported and gone though soon so I’m super stoked about that !!


Here are the saws that run and are complete. I grab the little muff modded MS250 first almost every time. The 026 is a close second and the 041 is just plain ‘ol fun to run. Tons of low end grunt in that saw !! The MS251 sees use when I don’t want to change a chain on the 250 and the 066 is used to fall anything over 18” and promptly put back in the bucket lol. She’s a heavy beast.

Red light 066 is a fine saw; had one years ago. You have a pretty good lineup, too; fairly similar to mine. My go-to saw is a lightly modified 026 (muffler mod, bg delete), but I'm fond of my 036 as well. For anything that the 036 can't handle, I have a 10mm slant fin 044 that usually lives with a 24" bar, but I've got a few longer ones if necessary.

I usually have an older Contra, 070, 090, or an 075/076 available as well, but those generally get sold once I rebuild them, so I don't always have one on hand.

Randy does great work; he has a flywheel of mine now that needs a new keyway broached.

 

[jblnut]

Red light 066 is a fine saw; had one years ago. You have a pretty good lineup, too; fairly similar to mine. My go-to saw is a lightly modified 026 (muffler mod, bg delete), but I'm fond of my 036 as well. For anything that the 036 can't handle, I have a 10mm slant fin 044 that usually lives with a 24" bar, but I've got a few longer ones if necessary.

I usually have an older Contra, 070, 090, or an 075/076 available as well, but those generally get sold once I rebuild them, so I don't always have one on hand.

Randy does great work; he has a flywheel of mine now that needs a new keyway broached.

I’ve ran an 036 and an 044 a bit and they’re great saws. I’d love to find a nice 038 Mag but for the price they command in good shape I just can’t bring myself to post a wanted ad lol.

The 026 came from an AS member in NY and the 066 came from David Major. I put him on the hunt for a nice red light 066 and he sure delivered. If memory serves me it was $550 shipped here. Bonkers really.

The 250 is the first saw I purchased new back in 2005ish. Dad purchased the 041 new and used it until 2015ish when he purchased the 251. I love that 041. It’s a blast with a 3/8 full comp and an 18” bar. Eats everything, slowly, but it just keeps going !!

I have some spring stuff to do with the 066 and after that it’ll be getting sent to Randy. I was expecting a lot higher price for what he’s all going to do to it. Seems like a real reasonable dude.

 

[930dreamer]

I ran my MS250 on the huge limb pile Monday-Tuesday. I hadn't touched the saw in over a year- yup didn't drain the old gas out, but she started right up. It did start running poorly and I drained old gas out. Ended up cleaning the carb out-runs great now, I need to work on my chain sharpening(Timberline).

 

[bulletpruf]

I’ve ran an 036 and an 044 a bit and they’re great saws. I’d love to find a nice 038 Mag but for the price they command in good shape I just can’t bring myself to post a wanted ad lol.

I've rebuilt a few 038 Mags. Last one ended up bringing good $ but I spent a lot of time and $ on it.

The 026 came from an AS member in NY and the 066 came from David Major. I put him on the hunt for a nice red light 066 and he sure delivered. If memory serves me it was $550 shipped here. Bonkers really.

I've bought a few saws from David Major, but I've had mixed results.

The 250 is the first saw I purchased new back in 2005ish. Dad purchased the 041 new and used it until 2015ish when he purchased the 251. I love that 041. It’s a blast with a 3/8 full comp and an 18” bar. Eats everything, slowly, but it just keeps going !!

041 is a cool old saw. I was going to build an 041 Super and had collected parts for it, but got tired of it collecting dust so I sent it down the road.

I have some spring stuff to do with the 066 and after that it’ll be getting sent to Randy. I was expecting a lot higher price for what he’s all going to do to it. Seems like a real reasonable dude.

Randy is good people.

 

[jblnut]

I've rebuilt a few 038 Mags. Last one ended up bringing good $ but I spent a lot of time and $ on it.

If you find another let me know

 

[ObnoxiousFumes]

Found this little guy in the shed at my new place, has been sitting for who knows how many years but I tossed some fuel in it and it fired right up on the first few pulls. I was impressed. It runs and cuts quite well actually.
Somebody has removed the chain brake but I found most of the parts in the shed.

 

[autobon7]

 

[bulletpruf]

My wife is happy you sold it to someone else. I made the mistake of leaving your posting on OPE open on the iPad yesterday morning and got questioned. All I could say is “there is a lot worse stuff I could be looking at than chainsaws for sale!!” Just got a big harrumph lol.

I sold it to someone in the Stihl group on Facebook. Glad I didn't have to sell it on eBay and pay the fees.

 

[bulletpruf]

I ran my MS250 on the huge limb pile Monday-Tuesday. I hadn't touched the saw in over a year- yup didn't drain the old gas out, but she started right up. It did start running poorly and I drained old gas out. Ended up cleaning the carb out-runs great now, I need to work on my chain sharpening(Timberline).

Now that I'm back in Texas I'm not cutting much, so I generally buy the pre-mixed fuel. If you're mixing your own, I'd recommend getting the ethanol free stuff; should be able to find a gas station nearby that sells it.

Let me know how the Timberline sharpener works. I hand sharpen all my stuff with a round file, but I'm always looking for an excuse to buy new tools.

 

[DonovanSpeed]

A handful of mine. I think I’ve got 60-70.

 

[Rinspeed]

A handful of mine. I think I’ve got 60-70.

You need rehab.

 

[jblnut]

A handful of mine. I think I’ve got 60-70.

You have a Wright Recip saw ?! Sweet !! Always thought they were really neat. Mac 10 .... Couple David Bradly's ..... Happen to have a Solo Twin in there somewhere ?

You need rehab.

Before you check him in I'm going to need more pics of the rest of them

 

[larry4406]

This one is my Dad's.

He bought it used mid-60's. Sears saw made by David Bradley if I recall. One day I will fool with it.

 

[DonovanSpeed]

You have a Wright Recip saw ?! Sweet !! Always thought they were really neat. Mac 10 .... Couple David Bradly's ..... Happen to have a Solo Twin in there somewhere ?


Before you check him in I'm going to need more pics of the rest of them

I have three wright recips and one traditional bar one.
No Solos unfortunately. Some of the big names are tough to find in the northeast because the lumber and pulp industries were so small (comparatively) out here in the 50s.

Years ago I started a vintage chainsaw thread on here. I might bring it back and add some pics and details. If you’re interested, I also ave a woefully neglected instagram thechainsawmuseum

 

[DonovanSpeed]

NOS Mall
A couple of Wrights
1948 Reed Prentice / Craftsman

 

[Fatboy148!]

I really enjoyed this fella's take on what chain saws you might need and why. I found him to give off a good vib and not talk down or be all authoritarian:

Nice job!

 

[jblnut]

I really enjoyed this fella's take on what chain saws you might need and why. I found him to give off a good vib and not talk down or be all authoritarian:

Nice job!

@bulletpruf someone likes you !!

I have watched it and agree that it’s a well put together video that breaks things down nicely. He posts some nice saws for sale once in a while if you want to acquire something !!

 

[mikeinri]

I only watched the first few minutes so far, very well done. I have a few saws, the main one is a Husqvarna 350. Plastic Fantastic (homeowner grade), bought at Lowe's. But, I'd first shopped with my FIL (visited a couple of dealers), and came to the same conclusion about why a 50 cc saw is the most versatile for my usage.

(My other saws are an electric Remington 14-inch, and a couple of pole saw weed whacker attachments.)

Mike

 

[soloz2]

I too watched a few minutes. Seemed to be great for someone wanting to learn more about realistic capabilities of a saw class. I do agree that for most people a 50cc saw is where it's at and a 70cc saw is all most need. You can round that out with a 30cc if you want. Personally I found myself not really using my 30cc saw so I sold it and kept the 261c and 400c.

 

[bulletpruf]

@bulletpruf someone likes you !!

I have watched it and agree that it’s a well put together video that breaks things down nicely. He posts some nice saws for sale once in a while if you want to acquire something !!

Thanks!

I sold the 076 and 064, so I need to pull a few boxes off the shelf and assemble a few more saws to sell.

 

[bulletpruf]

I only watched the first few minutes so far, very well done. I have a few saws, the main one is a Husqvarna 350. Plastic Fantastic (homeowner grade), bought at Lowe's. But, I'd first shopped with my FIL (visited a couple of dealers), and came to the same conclusion about why a 50 cc saw is the most versatile for my usage.

(My other saws are an electric Remington 14-inch, and a couple of pole saw weed whacker attachments.)

Mike

50cc is the best first saw for most folks, and you'd be surprised how long a homeowner grade saw will last if you take good care of it.

 

[bulletpruf]

I too watched a few minutes. Seemed to be great for someone wanting to learn more about realistic capabilities of a saw class. I do agree that for most people a 50cc saw is where it's at and a 70cc saw is all most need. You can round that out with a 30cc if you want. Personally I found myself not really using my 30cc saw so I sold it and kept the 261c and 400c.

The 261 is a great saw, isn't it? I haven't run a 400c yet, but I hear great things about them.

 

[soloz2]

The 261 is a great saw, isn't it? I haven't run a 400c yet, but I hear great things about them.

It sure is a fantastic saw. The 400c absolutely rips. I love both.

 

[mikeinri]

50cc is the best first saw for most folks, and you'd be surprised how long a homeowner grade saw will last if you take good care of it.

Thanks. Mine is a 2005, sees a cord or two a year, tops. I've had the carb rebuilt twice, and the oiler fixed once (got tired of the leaking during storage). Otherwise it's been pretty bulletproof.

Mike

 

[930dreamer]

I worked on the Stihl 046 (Mastermind build) Thursday. It had been sitting for at least a year.

 

[bulletpruf]

I worked on the Stihl 046 (Mastermind build) Thursday. It had been sitting for at least a year.

Very nice! If you ever decide to get rid of that beast, I'm your Huckleberry!!!

 

[jsteih]

It’s not near as purrdy as @bulletpruf saw but my red light 066 brings a smile to my face every time it pull the trigger. I have a spot lined up with MMWS to have it ported and gone though soon so I’m super stoked about that !!


Here are the saws that run and are complete. I grab the little muff modded MS250 first almost every time. The 026 is a close second and the 041 is just plain ‘ol fun to run. Tons of low end grunt in that saw !! The MS251 sees use when I don’t want to change a chain on the 250 and the 066 is used to fall anything over 18” and promptly put back in the bucket lol. She’s a heavy beast.

Can we see your belt rig? What all is in it, I see an axe, and wedges for sure.

 

[jblnut]

Can we see your belt rig? What all is in it, I see an axe, and wedges for sure.

I’ll get more/better pics when I get back by it but here are a few.

Couple red heads and a ratcheting scrench in the pocket. Scrench is cabled on so I don’t lose it. A piece of all thread rod keeps the pouch high open and not too far open.



Homemade axe holder is decent at best. Revision two will be much better.


It’s all on a Husky tool belt. I used the hammer holder that came with the belt to hold the axe holder. I have taken the loop on top the axe off as it was a ****** to get in and out while on my waist. I was worried it’d fall out but so far in the 12-13hrs I’ve worn the thing it has been great.

 

[mikeinri]

Can we see your belt rig? What all is in it, I see an axe, and wedges for sure.

Sounds like an interesting thread topic of its own!

Mike

 

[soloz2]

I’ll get more/better pics when I get back by it but here are a few.

Couple red heads and a ratcheting scrench in the pocket. Scrench is cabled on so I don’t lose it. A piece of all thread rod keeps the pouch high open and not too far open.



Homemade axe holder is decent at best. Revision two will be much better.


It’s all on a Husky tool belt. I used the hammer holder that came with the belt to hold the axe holder. I have taken the loop on top the axe off as it was a ****** to get in and out while on my waist. I was worried it’d fall out but so far in the 12-13hrs I’ve worn the thing it has been great.

Looks great! I've looked at getting a setup, but they are super expensive so this is right up my alley.

 

[jblnut]

Looks great! I've looked at getting a setup, but they are super expensive so this is right up my alley.

I thought the same and remembered I had an almost new Husky belt and decided to give it a whirl. The wedge pouch works well but the axe holder needs some fineness. I don’t go far from the truck when cutting so it’s more just nice to have the stuff easily accessible when falling more than anything. I’ll fall a bunch of trees and take it when limbing and bucking. When bucking big chunks I’ll keep two 10” wedges in my back pocket to keep the kerf open so the saw doesn’t pinch.

 

[bulletpruf]

That's one nice looking 066.

 

[jblnut]

That's one nice looking 066.

No kidding. It’s had a bit of touch up work but it’s a user so I didn’t want to make it too nice to use lol. I have a few 1930’s Deeres that I restored and just can’t bare to actually use now

 

[930dreamer]

046 clean up

 

[Mike'smeatshop]

046 clean up

Love you shop. Man am I jealous. Good work.

 

[DemoFly]