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Ken, I stand by Stihl. They make the best equipment for this purpose in my opinion.
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Here is an alternative. I still think the Stihl is your best bet. They cost a bunch but they last a life time.
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Art, did you realize that Stihl is owned by John Deere??? Just kidding! ;o) Here is yet another alternative that you should not feel too bad about throwing in the trash can if you tear it up. I have never used it and have no idea how it will perform. I can say that I have never been disappointed by a Stihl. They must be part Kubota with that orange paint. ;o) I am not sure if you have TSC out your way Ken but I thought I would throw this out there just in case.
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Dave, couldn't agree more with that. In my case although I don't have a pole pruner, I have the annual event of clearing the driveway and all of my access paths on my property. Still for $179, I can by about 4 of these compared to 1 Stihl.
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Ken, I just got back from my local Stihl dealer. The extendable (recommend this model) is $559. If you wait, Stihl is phasing out the 2 strokes models of these pruners and fielding their 4 stroke version at about the same price. You still use 2 stroke fuel mix so it is a wash unless you prefer one over the other.
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So have you got some choices narrowed down yet Ken? Best to take your time a do the research. Wish I could find a deal for you like you did for me on the pressure washer! ;o)
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Ken, this is about as cheap as cheap can get but you will need a generator and extension cord.
"Mr. Thrifty" ;o)
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Ken, I have one of these electric Remingtion chainsaws. They are nothing to brag about but they will amaze you at the power and torque they generate with the electric motor. They actually cut as good or better than the same size gas chain saw. The big draw back is the need for electric power. I have cut several truck loads of wood with mine and it still runs great. Even have the original chain on it.
I was actually holding back when I said the last saw was the cheapest........ this one is $20 cheaper but is a reman. ;o) That is as el cheapo as I can find! ;o)
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Heck! The more I think about it; you would have to wear out or tear up 8 of these saws to equal the price of the Stihl. For $79 if I needed one of these; I think I would give one a try. How bad can it be for $79?
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I thought you already had a portable genny Ken. If not, I can see you point there.
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