Algorithm for maximum diameter for a given bar length

[Woodanhor]

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If it's a newer Craftsman saw... yeah, that's a home owner class machine and you're going to put some serious miles on it working that big wood. I did a 30" + diameter oak tree, 15 years ago, with a big box store Poulan. Did it get the job done, yes. However, the box store saws are not pro grade, and they have only gotten worse.

However, the Echo stuff IS pro grade (at least semi-pro) and can be found at Home Depot. If you have the coin to swing a new saw, and you can only afford 1 saw, look at an Echo 590. A 20" bar would get you through just about anything you may run into.

I Echo this idea even better from a good dealer that sets up the saw instead of box stores

Older craftsman saws were rebadged of other big brand names even some echos

And more saws are sold with lean carb adjustment now then the old days and a cheaper made product