Husqvarna 450 or Dolmar 421?

[LittleLebowski]

I paid the local stihl dealer to do the work. The carb was replaced last year in January I think. I paid the dealer to change the sprockets too. Saw was definatly out of warranty when the carb was replaced and sprockets are a normal maintenance thing. I would get a 445 instead of a 450. My 445 has only wore an 18" bar. I have bucked up dozens and dozens of 30"+ logs with it.

Why do you recommend the 445 over the 450?

 

[moondoggie]

Lighter/cheaper and it will definitely cut everything you will feel comfortable cutting.

 

[TBS]

Lighter/cheaper and it will definitely cut everything you will feel comfortable cutting.

And you can get basic tune items plus the fuel and oil caps at places like lowes or tractor supply. Imo the sears craftsman pro version of the 445 is a bit nicer for nearly the same price and having the built-in scrench holder is pretty handy.

 

[LittleLebowski]

We'll see, perhaps the vendor I'm dealing with (who sells new and refurbished Husqvarnas) will make me an offer that I cannot refuse.

 

[LittleLebowski]

Voting is 6 for the Husky, 12 for the Dolmar.

 

[CR888]

At $300 bucks for a Dolmar 421 and the fact if you did not like it after 10tanks members would be fighting over it in the trading post for $250.....it seems like a simple no brainer. Just go buy it.

 

[LittleLebowski]

At $300 bucks for a Dolmar 421 and the fact if you did not like it after 10tanks members would be fighting over it in the trading post for $250.....it seems like a simple no brainer. Just go buy it.

Advice like this, do like. Loved your country when I visited.

 

[CoreyB]

At $300 bucks for a Dolmar 421 and the fact if you did not like it after 10tanks members would be fighting over it in the trading post for $250.....it seems like a simple no brainer. Just go buy it.

Where is this used 421 at? Share a link please.

 

[Franny K]

Where is this used 421 at? Share a link please.

I viewed the post you quoted as a suggestion should the original poster here not like a 421 he could sell it off for not too much less than it cost.

 

[LittleLebowski]

I viewed the post you quoted as a suggestion should the original poster here not like a 421 he could sell it off for not too much less than it cost.

Same here.

 

[SCOTTS_4X]

I vote husky. I have a 450, bought refurbed in oct of last year. I have done a muff mod and put on one of those $14 gb bars from left coast with some Carlton non safety semi chisel (I only cut down trees). I've cut 6-8 cords of wood with this saw so far and I'm stoked. I know it's not a pro saw, has a plastic chassis and clamshell construction, everything you'll be told will make the saw fall apart after the second cut on this site. mine is running flawlessly and relatively strong after the MM and retune, it's nipping at the heels of my brothers cs590. I am meticulous about cleaning and chain sharpening so that may play into my success with this saw, but I would not hesitate to recommend this saw to anyone that will us it as a farm/ranch/firewood saw. just my .02

-scott

 

[CoreyB]

I viewed the post you quoted as a suggestion should the original poster here not like a 421 he could sell it off for not too much less than it cost.

Same here.

Well shucks I was hoping I could snag a lightly used 421. I got all excited and my hopes all up.

 

[MountainHigh]

Well shucks I was hoping I could snag a lightly used 421. I got all excited and my hopes all up.

hahaha .... good try though!

 

[RedneckChainsawRepair]

Just going from a build stand point. I would vote for the Dolmar.

I just put a new OEM carb on a 450, being the carb was as cheap as buying a rebuild kit. Next on list for 450 that wasnt used much needing new seals and prob crank bearings.

 

[CoreyB]

hahaha .... good try though!

That's alright it would have already been gone by the time I responded.

 

[LittleLebowski]

Working on the return, guys. Migraine attack, quite debilitating.

 

[quotedraven]

Buy an echo 400 or 590 online cheapest you can find don't look back

 

[Ryan'smilling]

Buy an echo 400 or 590 online cheapest you can find don't look back

I'm gonna agree and disagree with this.

First, they're two very different saws. The 400 costs as much as a Dolmar 421. You can only get the 400 with an 18" bar, where the 421 comes with a 16". If you want a 16 on the Echo, you have to buy the saw, and then separately buy a second bar and chain (the dealer likely won't swap it for you before the sale). Personally, after considering both of these saws, I chose the 421. It's got a little more displacement, runs great out of the box, and has a loyal following.

The 590 seems like a great saw to own, but it's a pretty big saw for an only saw. I'd agree that the OP should consider one, but only as a second saw when he runs into wood that is a little big for his Dolmar 421.

Lastly, I'd disagree with your suggestion to buy from the cheapest source online. The OP has voiced a desire for support for his saw after the sale. Buy from a good local dealer or trusted dealer from AS seems like the best way to ensure support down the road. Saving $10-20 isn't worth not having someone to call with questions about your purchase.

 

[GeorgiaVol]

Nah, just get an ole Homelite XL. 26cc's of fury!

 

[quotedraven]

The 490 can be had for $ 350 or less no dealer needed