Recommend a small/medium upgrade saw from a stihl 009

[Rich 07830]

Sorry to bump this but if I can get a brand new echo 501p for 375 is there anything else I’ll get to compete in that ballpark?

I stumbled on this thread. Where are there Echo CS-501P's for $375? I'll order one

 

[Wood Doctor]

BTW, the Stihl 025 that I showed in post #3 went out the door last week for $200 to a lady poultry farmer who already owned an 025 I sold her six years ago and wanted a second one. Both still run flawlessly. She and her daughter are both strong enough to start it without a decomp valve.

 

[ZeroJunk]

Seems like some of the pros are opting for a MS194.
Closer replacement for an 009 , and more mechanic friendly.
MS201's are cool , but pricey.