Small saw to compliment 550XP

[J@mesC]

I’ve got a 550XP with an 18” bar and really like it - never missed a beat.

 

In addition, I’m looking for something smaller and lighter to use with a 14” bar - predominantly for cutting firewood - domestic use only in all honesty, but I’d like something of similar build quality to the 550XP rather than some of the cheap and cheerful domestic models.

[Coletti]

I’ve got a 550XP with an 18” bar and really like it - never missed a beat.
 
In addition, I’m looking for something smaller and lighter to use with a 14” bar - predominantly for cutting firewood - domestic use only in all honesty, but I’d like something of similar build quality to the 550XP rather than some of the cheap and cheerful domestic models.

Just get a smaller bar and chain for the 550, by far the cheapest option

[Ratman]

£300+ for a good condition used one. FR Jones are doing new for £450 inc Vat. Retire your used one to firewood job and new one to everyday job use.

[J@mesC]

I’d definitely like a second saw rather than messing around changing bars in the woods etc.

 

I appreciate the 550 isn’t a heavy saw in the grand scheme of things but a touch lighter would be handy for limbing etc. I was looking at the 435II but presume (based on price) there’s a significant difference in build quality?

[Ratman]

I’d definitely like a second saw rather than messing around changing bars in the woods etc.
 
I appreciate the 550 isn’t a heavy saw in the grand scheme of things but a touch lighter would be handy for limbing etc. I was looking at the 435II but presume (based on price) there’s a significant difference in build quality?

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[Woodworks]

I bought an MS181 for a change down from the 346XP (550 predecessor). I find it's never used as you really notice the drop in power but not the saving in weight. 

[The avantgardener]

You could get a 545xp mk2 and run a smaller bar and chain, fantastic power to weight.

[Stubby]

Just get a 15" bar for your 550  , 550 is a small saw , ( its not balanced right on an 18" IMO )  Then get a 560 or 572 or similar  for a bigger saw .

Edited April 27, 2019 by Stubby

[woodwizzard]

Echo 390 esx would fit the bill. Thinking about getting one myself, just looking around for the best price.

[gary112]

47 minutes ago, Stubby said:

Just get a 15" bar for your 550  , 550 is a small saw , ( its not balanced right on an 18" IMO )  Then get a 560 or 572 or similar  for a bigger saw .

This is best option i reckon