has anyone used a hitachi top handle saw?

[WorcsWuss]

I have a Tanaka version, cheap and cheerful, oiler is crap, leaks when it's hanging on a strop, engine's strong enough but it's no Stihl to start. AV is actually very good in effectiveness but I'm yet to be convinced of longevity [still going mind you] It's quite nicely balanced but it's bulky compared to the Stihl.

In fact it's probably about £200 less of a saw, so take your choice really.

That said, it's no Zomax either! I'm happy with mine for how much I use it.

If I was on it every day I'd go for the Stihl though....

[GardenKit]

To be fair to Tanaka, there are 3 models of Toppers. The cheapest at £299 plus vat is a 33cc model with a 12" bar. This saw does seem a bit plasticy

There is a 28cc with a 10" bar at £316 plus vat which is a tidier saw.

 

The TCS 3401, 34 cc 12" at £340 plus vat comes with a 2 yr pro user warranty.

 

Its unfair to brand the range as 'rubbish' based on the experience of one model.