List of Pro Saw Models - References

[ColinNS]

Just browsing the list.
First thanks for taking the time to put that together. Been looking for it for a long time.
Second can I make some recommendations or references, add or subtract so to speak.
You likely have these but just not added yet.
HUSQVARNA
340, 40, 44 are not a pro model, 365 is a special not a xp, although if a special or se is a pro the 444, 268.
357, 272, 262, 266, 242, 281, 298, 154, 162, 385, 394, 362.

If you were not looking for help I apologize.
Cheers

 

[Farmer_Nate]

Homelite XL-12, xl925, Super1050a. All the Remington and early Poulan saws.

Thank you for the info!

 

[Farmer_Nate]

Just browsing the list.
First thanks for taking the time to put that together. Been looking for it for a long time.
Second can I make some recommendations or references, add or subtract so to speak.
You likely have these but just not added yet.
HUSQVARNA
340, 40, 44 are not a pro model, 365 is a special not a xp, although if a special or se is a pro the 444, 268.
357, 272, 262, 266, 242, 281, 298, 154, 162, 385, 394, 362.

If you were not looking for help I apologize.
Cheers

I DO WANT the HELP and tips.

The 340, 40, and 44 will require more research. I do not want any weak saws on the list.

The 365 is on the website currently as pro
https://www.husqvarna.com/us/chainsaws/365x-torq/
...will keep "sharpening the saw" so to speak on this list.

 

[North by Northwest]

Pro saw list updated.
Link added to signature below.

I am aware the 465 is not a pro saw. That was the point of my post, to highlight the differences.

50 , 55 , 450 , 455 , 460 , 465 all fine firewood saws in their day . However not Professional grade saws !

 

[North by Northwest]

Flat cylinder, split mag case . Pro model saw?View attachment 1029482

Borderline on that model , Poulan did however make a few high quality Pro models !

 

[North by Northwest]

What else? Rim sprocket help?

Most Definately !

 

[North by Northwest]

Just browsing the list.
First thanks for taking the time to put that together. Been looking for it for a long time.
Second can I make some recommendations or references, add or subtract so to speak.
You likely have these but just not added yet.
HUSQVARNA
340, 40, 44 are not a pro model, 365 is a special not a xp, although if a special or se is a pro the 444, 268.
357, 272, 262, 266, 242, 281, 298, 154, 162, 385, 394, 362.

If you were not looking for help I apologize.
Cheers

Yep lots of special built saws no quite Pro grade but could have been lol 353 , 359 , 365 , 555 !

 

[North by Northwest]

Reed valves saws are off the table I guess?

Why , Pioneer & Dolmar ran numerous Prograde Reed Valve Induction & Strato saws ! Makita still does have the 6100 with Reed Valve .

 

[North by Northwest]

Just browsing the list.
First thanks for taking the time to put that together. Been looking for it for a long time.
Second can I make some recommendations or references, add or subtract so to speak.
You likely have these but just not added yet.
HUSQVARNA
340, 40, 44 are not a pro model, 365 is a special not a xp, although if a special or se is a pro the 444, 268.
357, 272, 262, 266, 242, 281, 298, 154, 162, 385, 394, 362.

If you were not looking for help I apologize.
Cheers

SE designation was the Special Edition fore runner of the XP line up before Commercial Grade became Proffessional grade saw line ups . The 245 xp & 257 xp along with the 268 xp were also serious Commercial (Pro) grade saws in their day proven pulp wood cutters !

 

[Farmer_Nate]

HUSQVARNA
if a special or se is a pro the 444, 268.
357, 272, 262, 266, 242, 281, 298, 154, 162, 385, 394, 362.

Looks like at least one other member considered the SE line as a pro saw. I'll include those in my master spreadsheet for now unless someone gives a definitive reason not to include those models.

I'll get the overall list on the web updated periodically.

Thank you!

Nate

 

[Farmer_Nate]

Yep lots of special built saws no quite Pro grade but could have been lol 359 , 365 , 555 !

359 now added

 

[Farmer_Nate]

Homelite XL-12, xl925, Super1050a. All the Remington and early Poulan saws.

Although those Homelite saws are likely quality units, I have for now made a decision to keep this saw list contained to relatively recent saws which offer a chain brake as a standard feature. I intend this list to be for those looking new to chain sawing who are looking for a quality used saw to use today - I think most casual users of today desire a chain brake.

I know I know I know there are arguments for those older saws, but that is my focus for now to keep this growing list reasonably sized. I don't intend it as a collectors' site.

Thank you!

Nate

 

[North by Northwest]

359 now added

I amended my original post & included the 353 , same criteria as the 359 which had to compete with the 357 xp . The 353 had to cut in the shadow of the venerable 346 xp . Tough calls , these saws were constructed the same way as the xp's . I'am thinking compression was down on these border line professional grade units . That may be a criteria , when you include tighter squish bands & crankcase stuffers etc within your eventual final decision tree Nate ?

 

[Farmer_Nate]

I amended my original post & included the 353 , same criteria as the 359 which had to compete with the 357 xp . The 353 had to cut in the shadow of the venerable 346 xp . Tough calls , these saws were constructed the same way as the xp's . I'am thinking compression was down on these border line professional grade units . That may be a criteria , when you include tighter squish bands & crankcase stuffers etc within your eventual final decision tree Nate ?

Yeah, I have not really decided yet. I left SE models in for now, but may eventually take them out. I don't know about squish bands and crankcase stuffers. Can one see these features in parts lists or pictures of parts? I want good saws on the list, but if SE models are wanna-be XP models, then they will have to be eliminated.

 

[North by Northwest]

Yeah, I have not really decided yet. I left SE models in for now, but may eventually take them out. I don't know about squish bands and crankcase stuffers. Can one see these features in parts lists or pictures of parts? I want good saws on the list, but if SE models are wanna-be XP models, then they will have to be eliminated.

Its all about making more usable horsepower , squish bands effect compression & there fore effect horsepower . Stuffer's reduce the volume within the crankcase thereby increasing potential for effective fuel charge & scavenging . Much in the same way reed valve induction effects low rpm horse power & torgue potential . The SE was the foreunner of the XP or better realized as the 1st generation XP ( Special Edition vs Xtra Power or Performance) . The 353 , 359 , 365 & newer 555 would be the wanna bee XP models . You , will have to determine what & when your professional grade line criteria has been met . (Bench mark) . Husquarna does mention them as professional grade , Hower ever at the XP level ? In my mind probably No , I believe there are low to high ranges of Pro Grade however , depending on the application of cutting !

 

[Farmer_Nate]

Now I am confused. There were not SE models and XP models of the same model saw, were there?

 

[North by Northwest]

Now I am confused. There were not SE models and XP models of the same model saw, were there?

Yes , I believe the 2 series had both versions over the yrs . Let me check for you . Yep , through the early 80's the 254 , 257 , 262 , 266 & 268 were 1st Designated SE ( Special Edition ) After the 2nd production run of the 268 in 1985/87 I believe all the 268's became XP designation although their black factory plate would say 268 SE the saws decals showed the XP symbol on the cylinder shroud & clutch cover . By the time the 272 Series came out all Professional Husquarna's had acquired the XP Designation . Interesting through these 7-8 yr period the chassis remained very similar in appearance although some models were open port , while others utilized the closed port engine configuration . The 266 SE & aforementioned 268 SE/XP were both 67 cc saws the 266 was closed port & the 268 open port . The 266 produced 4.5 hp & the 268 4.6 hp . The 268 ran a Ducati high rpm coil / 13,000 compared to The Delphi on the 266 which ran at 11,500 rpm . Anyhow hope this helps a little brother . Closed port saws are a favorite of saw builders !

 

[Farmer_Nate]

Confusing. It makes sense to leave the SE saws on the list, then, because in my mind if a person gets the correct one, it may have all features desired from a pro saw. However, maybe there should still be an asterisk beside SE saws, a limitation of sorts, a disclaimer.

What info did you just consult for that? If I had that, maybe I'd have less need for a saw list.

Nate

 

[North by Northwest]

Confusing. It makes sense to leave the SE saws on the list, then, because in my mind if a person gets the correct one, it may have all features desired from a pro saw. However, maybe there should still be an asterisk beside SE saws, a limitation of sorts, a disclaimer.

What info did you just consult for that? If I had that, maybe I'd have less need for a saw list.

Nate

Just some of a 68 yr olds , old saw Service Manuals . I have most of the 2 series through 3 series service manual Cat'l & also Dolmar from the 111-115 series through the 4 , 5 , 6 & 7 Series . Same with the Pioneer 300 , 600 , 700 & P Series 20 - 51 & 11-60 , 700 & 1100 & 1200 series . Same within the Mac 600 , 700 through 850 Super & Pro Series 10-10 also . Been using saws since I was a young teenager lol.

 

[Farmer_Nate]

Well then, we should be able to get a good pro saws list up and growing then. Thank you.