Husqvarna: Is There a Difference Between Dealer & Big Box Store Versions of Same Saw?

[user 72825]

Hello:

Two Husqvarna chainsaws; one purchased from a big-box store (Sears, Lowes, etc.), one from a Dealer. Are they identical? I’ve heard stories where, even though the model numbers are the same, the big-box product is a cheaply made knock-off of the Dealer version. Can someone confirm any of this? I’m looking at the 440, 440e, and 445.

Thanks!

Kevin

 

[o8f150]

i may be wrong but i do believe they are all the same

 

[tallguys]

Both dealers and big box stores can have the same models, and they are built the same way.

The dealer however, will also have the landowner and pro models, and in any event be able to set-up and test run the equipment properly.

 

[SilverKing]

I honestly believe that what the box store sells are saws that came off Mondays or Fridays production line,saws that may be a bit off spec.I wear wrangler blue jeans,and if I buy them from jc penney,they last a long time.If i buy them at magic mart,I wear em out in a month.I think Lowes might sell a Husky that maybe wasnt up to quality control,but wasnt nothing major wrong.I may be way off,just my opinion

 

[superwd6]

more idiot stickers (pictures) on the Lowes saws as those people are to smart to read the manual:rolleyes2:

 

[indiansprings]

I would buy of a dealer anyday although the models you mention are sold at either the big box or dealer and are imho the same identical saw. I would rather have the dealer support,set up and readily available warranty service.

 

[stihl023/5]

They are the same saws and price, Husky sets the price not the store or the dealer so that is a plus. The dealer can set it up and the price is the same.

 

[sunfish]

Just say 'NO' to the big box stores.

Go to a real saw dealer...

 

[capetree]

I would say the price and quality would be the same. However getting service in the future would be far better from a local dealer. Go with a local dealer. Service make any product better.

 

[blsnelling]

I thought there was only one place to buy Husky saws. That would be from our own AS dealers!!!

 

[certified106]

I thought there was only one place to buy Husky saws. That would be from our own AS dealers!!!

And who would those be??? If I knew who they were I would have ordered the parts I needed from them instead of some 16 yr old kid at the local hardware store who has never run let alone worked on a chainsaw. That is one thing about Husky saws....The dealer network is pretty lax in some areas of the country.

 

[opinion]

They are the same saws and price, Husky sets the price not the store or the dealer so that is a plus. The dealer can set it up and the price is the same.

This is price fixing and is illegal. The dealer can sell at under or over MSRP and it's their right.

 

[FATGUY]

I honestly believe that what the box store sells are saws that came off Mondays or Fridays production line,saws that may be a bit off spec.I wear wrangler blue jeans,and if I buy them from jc penney,they last a long time.If i buy them at magic mart,I wear em out in a month.I think Lowes might sell a Husky that maybe wasnt up to quality control,but wasnt nothing major wrong.I may be way off,just my opinion

I disagree, this would not be a practical way to manufacture anything.

 

[opinion]

If there were differences then the model numbers would be different. For ex., say a 455 rancher. Let's say there's two versions. Dealer would be say a 455 Rancher, and Lowes would be say a 455 Rancher a/b. But that's not the case. Husky saws are the same from dealer or big box... same goes for Echo. I don't know why people keep thinking otherwise.

 

[nixon]

Hello:

Two Husqvarna chainsaws; one purchased from a big-box store (Sears, Lowes, etc.), one from a Dealer. Are they identical? I’ve heard stories where, even though the model numbers are the same, the big-box product is a cheaply made knock-off of the Dealer version. Can someone confirm any of this? I’m looking at the 440, 440e, and 445.

Thanks!

Kevin

The difference is in the service you will receive.
Box store set up .........................None
Box store after sales service ........ None

 

[SilverKing]

If there were differences then the model numbers would be different. For ex., say a 455 rancher. Let's say there's two versions. Dealer would be say a 455 Rancher, and Lowes would be say a 455 Rancher a/b. But that's not the case. Husky saws are the same from dealer or big box... same goes for Echo. I don't know why people keep thinking otherwise.

Hell,I still think Elvis is alive and well

 

[justtools]

I think the saws are the same. The difference with a saw dealer is you get better service, the saw is set up, You also may be able to upgrade the bar and chain from the stock version. Way better at a dealer.

 

[rupedoggy]

The difference is in the service you will receive.
Box store set up .........................None
Box store after sales service ........ None

Dealer if you bring in a box store purchased saw.......None:rolleyes2:

 

[FATGUY]

Dealer if you bring in a box store purchased saw.......None:rolleyes2:

really? I thought if it's an authorized repair center, it's a repair center. Why would they not work on it for you? Either you or the OEM will foot the bill, not them.

 

[discounthunter]

If there were differences then the model numbers would be different. For ex., say a 455 rancher. Let's say there's two versions. Dealer would be say a 455 Rancher, and Lowes would be say a 455 Rancher a/b. But that's not the case. Husky saws are the same from dealer or big box... same goes for Echo. I don't know why people keep thinking otherwise.

makes for better saturday night conversations around the bonfire.