Saw for firewood

[stickstalker54]

Hi, a mate of mine is looking to buy a saw purely for cutting logs for firewood, i'm no expert so i thought i would ask advice on here, probably will only be used maybe a couple of times per week for an hour or two each time so doesn't want to break the bank, can i ask are Mitox any good for this type of work ??? cheers for now, Pete.

[Rob74]

I got talked into a mitox cs41 by my local store but after taking it back it has had the fuel lines, fuel filter & car replaced but I still don't think it's right.

 

I have replaced it with a husqvarna 135 which in my opinion is a lot better saw. I would say spend the extra on the husky over the mitox.

[Midge]

I'm no expert but something like echo cs 310es or stihl ms 171 should be enough just for chopping firewood.

[Stubby]

A sharp one and keep it sharp .

[TGB]

I presume your friend is not bothered about the saw being the quickest to cut. So any one of the three already mentioned would do. And if he's only going to use it 2-3 times a year, recommend him to Aspen and that way, he won't have to worry about leaving fuel in the saw, nor having to throw away stale fuel. If he buys a partner filler, he'll not have to buy a more expensive separate fuel can.

[Scotty38]

I have a Husky 135 for the same task and it does all I need it to.

[stihlmadasever]

Stihl ms 181or husky 135

[Sawchip]

If you know a reliable source then perhaps 2nd hand is a option.

You will get more for your money and will be able to get into the semi or pro small saws from Stihl..Husqvarna..Dolmar..Jonsered..Echo.

40-50cc bracket is usually not a bad place to start.

Bit of Quality makes any tool nicer to use I personally think.

[stickstalker54]

Thanks for all the great advice guys it's all been duly noted and it looks like he's gonna go for a husky, cheers lads, Pete.