Can you be more specific - what would you recommend?
First off I DONOT recomend the entry level of any saw brand.
Second, there are many quality brands out there worth consideration. Brand names I would consider:
Dolmar=Makita, Echo=Shindaiwa, Husqvarna=Jonsered, Hitachi=Tanaka, Stihl
Third, any small engine mechanic should be able to set your carburator correctly, irrespective of brand. So for my the glorification of certain brands is absolut foolish.
Forth, going ith premix is definately the easiet for you. Premix has a storage life of about 5 years! So there shouldn't be any major problems. Of course this accounts always ONLY for correctly stored oin a dark ambient room.
IMPORTANT, if running premix have the carb set prior to running. Your saw might be incorrectly set and die a premature death if not!
What would I choose?
Dolmar ps35, Echo 400, Husqvarna 435, Hitachi cs40ea, Stihl 211
or similar.
What would I NEVER buy in your sitution?
A used saw! There is so much junk out there for inflated prices where the savings are marginal compared to brand new. Absolutely notworth it in my eyes.
Where would I buy?
From a reputable dealer in your area or from a online dealer that is also a member here (f.e.
@fordf150 ,
@166 ). Absolutely great members / dealers with flawless record.
Further, wartch the videos by Husqvarna and Stihl on chainsaw maintenance, care , how to use , etc. The technqiues are quite universal.
Good luck!
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