Tilton Equipment no longer Distributing Jonsered Equipment

[8433jeff]

Funny...............................the exact same thought crossed my mind when I read his post.

You guys need to move out of my head. Its used to being much emptier.

 

[7600]

My dealer told me today that he hasn't been able to get any saws for over a month and a half.

 

[mikefunaro]

If you lurk around on the TSC website they some Jonsered splash page which takes you to some info about all the stuff they're going to sell and then they have this comparative guide which I guess is supposed to help people understand the Jonsered models and how they compare to Stihl and Husky. Interestingly they put Stihl in the middle, so I guess they're hoping to keep people from realizing that they are the exact same thing as the Huskies.

But anyway.

The last page here includes a Jonsered 2166. The page is marked Tractor Supply and all that. So while it's possible that it was just a mixup in advertising it seems at least possible that they may stock the 2166. And the price they are advertising is $699. I'm not really sure how that compares to now-at-dealer list pricing after the split with Tilton but doesn't seem like that bad of a deal. Certainly looks favorable when compared versus the stihl 440.

Close up on the specs:

Seems like they did a direct CC to CC comparison and did not really worry about the Stihl having a lot more HP. Not sure what asking price is on MS 391, and I know the 2166 is a better built pro saw (and for many purposes the same thing as a 2172, at least with a little bit of work). I guess it shines on price but not on power in this pub. In practice I realize that it's not really that big of a power difference, I'm just thinking out loud about their specs

 

[mikefunaro]

Also the models included in this brochure thing are the

2238, 2240, 2245, 2250, 2255, 2266

 

[phil21502]

Good price for a 2166. Think tsc will actually sell them?

 

[LarryRFL]

On average, $20-$50 less than MSRP from the last Tilton price list. Still no new pricing. At least this will make it easy for me to decide what to stock. 2172, 2188 and 2172VS are the only saws I'll be concerned with. By the way, starting head to head between some Jonsered and Efco saws. Just finished with a 2238 and MT3500.

 

[taplinhill]

On average, $20-$50 less than MSRP from the last Tilton price list. Still no new pricing. At least this will make it easy for me to decide what to stock. 2172, 2188 and 2172VS are the only saws I'll be concerned with. By the way, starting head to head between some Jonsered and Efco saws. Just finished with a 2238 and MT3500.

You'll probably want to consider the 2252, 2253, 2258 and 2260 when they become available.

 

[LarryRFL]

You'll probably want to consider the 2252, 2253, 2258 and 2260 when they become available.

Don't know WHAT I'll stock until I get some kind of program from Pace. Supposed to see the rep tomorrow. Going to have a "discussion" about Jonsered, especially the 2172VS's that I need to quote four to the county fire rescue. Hoping he gets here just as I get my new shipment of Efco saws. At least I CAN get them!

 

[spike60]

Just to add a little perspective here, Husky is out of the 550's and 562's at the moment. They get gobbled up as fast as they bring them in. And they brought a LOT of them in last month. :cool2:

BTW I'm killing that TSC price on the 2166 too. :msp_biggrin:

 

[Grande Dog]

Howdy,

I'm not sure if anybody has seen this press release but, TSC is saying they have are going to be selling the whole line on a special order basis.

Tractor Supply Company has announced it will be the exclusive retailer of the Jonsered brand of professional-grade chainsaws.

Tractor Supply Now Carrying Jonsered Chainsaws

Created: April 22, 2013
In addition to a minimum of six models of chainsaws at all Tractor Supply store locations, the entire line of Jonsered power equipment will be available through special order in-store and online.

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Tractor Supply Company has announced it will be the exclusive retailer of the Jonsered brand of professional-grade chainsaws. This marks the first time this international brand of power equipment has been made readily available to U.S. consumers, according to the press release.
Jonsered offers a range of chainsaw products for both professionals and occasional users with standard features that include the Clean Power engine design that reportedly offers reduced exhaust emissions by up to 75% and an increase in fuel efficiency by up to 20%. In addition to a minimum of six models of professional and consumer chainsaws at all store locations, the entire line of Jonsered power equipment will be available through special order at each store and online at tractorsupply.com. Also, a professional-grade Jonsered backpack blower will be available at select retail locations.
“Listening to our customers and hearing their needs has always been the way we do business at Tractor Supply, and it’s how we develop and maintain the relationships with our customers who live Tractor Supply’s Out Here lifestyle,” said Steve Barbarick, executive vice president of merchandising and marketing at Tractor Supply. “Adding Jonsered’s line of professional grade chainsaws to our roster of outdoor power products exemplifies our ongoing commitment to meet the growing needs of our customers.”

Regards
Gregg

 

[Jacob J.]

Will TSC be able to get parts for the older Jonsered saws? I'm having a devil of a time getting 2094/2095 parts, especially a full-wrap handle for 2094.

 

[mikefunaro]

So I can get my 2188 refurb after all??

 

[Doug Fir]

...Tractor Supply Company has announced it will be the exclusive retailer of the Jonsered brand of professional-grade chainsaws.

That strikes me as bizarre! :msp_blink:

...the entire line of Jonsered power equipment will be available through special order in-store and online...

That also seems strange, but I'm not complaining. There haven't been any Jonsered dealers near me for a long time, so I welcome the ability to buy the 2253 online. I just hope I don't end up needing to have the Autotune serviced!! :msp_ohmy:

Doug

 

[spike60]

That entire press release is silly. "This marks the first time this international brand of equipment is readily available to US comsumers." I mean come on, how can you keep a straight face reading that thing. I better go have a look downstairs; maybe those 50 some classic Jonsereds I have aren't really down there.

They are certainly not "exclusive" other than being the only place to sell them without providing service. And I'll clobber them on price besides.

The real truth here is that corporate told them they could no longer have Husky, as they want Lowes to be their primary mass retail channel. TSC was offered Jonsered as an alternative, and they are simply trying to put a happy face on it. Lowes does 10 to 20 times the volume that TSC does, and that's why they get the orange stuff.

Exclusive

 

[zogger]

That entire press release is silly. "This marks the first time this international brand of equipment is readily available to US comsumers." I mean come on, how can you keep a straight face reading that thing. I better go have a look downstairs; maybe those 50 some classic Jonsereds I have aren't really down there.

They are certainly not "exclusive" other than being the only place to sell them without providing service. And I'll clobber them on price besides.

The real truth here is that corporate told them they could no longer have Husky, as they want Lowes to be their primary mass retail channel. TSC was offered Jonsered as an alternative, and they are simply trying to put a happy face on it. Lowes does 10 to 20 times the volume that TSC does, and that's why they get the orange stuff.

Exclusive

Why are they saying exclusive then? Thats a pretty big company and you could bet they have their lawyer suits vett all press releases.

I am just wondering is all.

 

[Justsaws]

The info that GD posted is very similar to what has been mentioned locally. TSC will be the Jonsered RETAILER.

TSC is in the position to market and sell Jonsered branded products on a scale that has not been done before and if Husqvarna is going to keep the house brand alive then that is what it takes.

I was told that I could order ANY Jonsered branded product. The info at the counter seems to indicate that but you never actually know until you try.

None of the local dealers that have been offered the Jonsered brand have picked it up and so it will have to shake out where the warranty work goes.

It a nut shell, think PUMP and DUMP, one last generation of saws before the name goes the way of Partner, Mcculloch and Poulan.

 

[kwhite1271]

I know the masses will buy from the box stores, but i would hope that AS members would go to their local dealer to buy saws/parts and service. A dealer may or may not have a better price than the chain stores, but one thing a chain store will not have is the knowledge that a full service dealer will have. Most dealers pride themselves on the relationships they have with their customers, they have to because they have a lot more invested in the product line. This holds true for all brands.

 

[Justsaws]

I know the masses will buy from the box stores, but i would hope that AS members would go to their local dealer to buy saws/parts and service. A dealer may or may not have a better price than the chain stores, but one thing a chain store will not have is the knowledge that a full service dealer will have. Most dealers pride themselves on the relationships they have with their customers, they have to because they have a lot more invested in the product line. This holds true for all brands.

Most customers are not willing to pay a dealer to fix the saws purchased at "box stores" or the same model saw purchased from a dealer, once the saw is out of warranty it is disposable. That is why the model used is so successful. It seems that the Husqvarna/TSC relationship will take this model to the next level, see if it is profitable or not.

 

[spike60]

Most customers are not willing to pay a dealer to fix the saws purchased at "box stores" or the same model saw purchased from a dealer, once the saw is out of warranty it is disposable. That is why the model used is so successful. It seems that the Husqvarna/TSC relationship will take this model to the next level, see if it is profitable or not.

It all depends on the price point of the saw, or any other piece of equipment. Major work costing as much as a new saw is seldom done by anyone, warranty or not. I did one time do a rebuild on a 576 in which I was paid more on the warranty claim than my dealer cost on a new saw, but that is an exception. Normally, I consider the box stores to be a joke, and maintain my distance from their "issues". And TSC is really peanuts compared to Lowes. But in this case, I'm all for it. The Jonsered brand is in desparate need of some exposure, and TSC should give them a real nice boost. It was dying a slow death under Tilton's rule. In fact I actually, for the first time ever, agreed to do some service for TSC on the Jonsered product. "Exclusively" I might add. :msp_sneaky: Don't want to mess with the rest of their stuff. I'll see how it goes. If they are OK to do business with, then it could be worthwhile, but if they are a PITA, then I'll tell them to take a hike.

As far as them selling the pro stuff, it should be mentioned that it's not at all uncommon for stores like TSC to have access to a vendors complete line of products. I believe it's been that way with Cub Cadet for years. But in practice, they seldom get involved with the higher priced models of any line. I doubt we'll see the 2166/2172 on the shelf at TSC, and if so, they'll probably be a little dusty.

To answer Zogger's question about their announcement, it's just the usual corporate BS. Lowes did that last year with that one 48" tractor they advertised the heck out of, saying "Exclusively at Lowes". Complete BS, as any dealer in the country could order them. (I stayed away from it, cause that old 48" deck cuts like CRAP.) But beyond it being BS, it's not even good marketing. TSC should have taken advantage of Jonsered's 40 years of being in the US market and their legacy among the pros and serious users. There is certainly some value to that legacy. Selling it as something new that's never been here before is just as stupid as it is untrue.

 

[taplinhill]

The TSC near me used to have a 359 in stock. As Spike60 might guess, it was dusty and when it finally sold, the 455/460 was the biggest saw on the shelf. Their $4999 Zturn doesn't sell either.