geoff

That's a hard knock, I hope you get sorted asap, better still get the machine back.

2510 is in different league - when you put it side by side to 260/280 it looks even tinier. What's even more impressive - it has a carb heating channel, roller catcher, metal spikes and fixed bar nut yet it weighs half a kilo less than 260. Don't put it side by side to your 260 unless you're selling it )))

Having both saws, I agree with you, this new saw is a leap forward in many respects, there is nothing to touch it at this moment.

I can only imagine how it will cut with the 1/4 inch chain, it's fast enough to impress with the 3/8.

As said the option is there for either in the hand book.

I have just taken mine into a tree for the first time, it is a great saw in the hand, very light and small, the stock chain is a little course in the cut, and I agree a smaller chain would be an asset in light pruning work, these light saws struggle to contain the vibes of a heavier chain,as they have not the mass to absorb them.

It is more pokey than the 150, probably about the equal of an exhaust model one, with stronger plastics yet being lighter and more compact.

The air filter is a work of art, and the handle very ergonomic.

I think with the smaller chain on it will be the best small topper out there by some distance.

Dare i mention Echo? Cs550 or similar? No doubt not as quick cutting as the Husky but build quality wise...

They are a good alternative, and growing in popularity

George Bush has a heart attack and dies. Obviously he goes to hell, where the devil is waiting for him.

'I'm not sure what to do,' says the devil. 'You're on my list* but I have no room for you.'

'But,' he continues, 'As you definitely have to stay here I'm going to have to let someone else go. I've got three folks here who weren't quite as bad as you. I'll let one of them go, but you have to take their place. I'll even let you decide which one you want.'

George thought that sounded pretty good, so he agreed.

The devil opened the first room. In it was Margaret Thatcher and a large pool of water. She kept diving in and climbing out, over and over. Such was her fate in hell.

'No!' George said. 'I don't think so. I'm not a good swimmer and I don't think I could do that all day long.'

The devil led him to the next room. In it was Tony Blair with a sledge hammer and a room full of rocks. All he did was swing the hammer, time after time.

'No!' commented George. 'I've got this problem with my shoulder. I would be in constant agony if all I could do was break rocks all day.'

The devil opened a third door. In it, George saw Bill Clinton lying on the floor with his arms staked over his head, and his legs staked in a spread-eagle pose. Bent over him was Monica Lewinsky, doing what she does best.

George Bush looked at this in disbelief for a while and finally said, 'Yeah, Oh yeah boy! I reckon I can sure handle this.'

The devil smiled and said;

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'OK Monica, you're free to go!'

If he has a trailer to use, I could bring some back next time I'm up cutting.

I have mate:001_smile:

I have a couple of people coming back to me mate.

On thinking I do know a couple of people mate, and will have a natter with them when they answer the phone...

Hi Geoff,

 

I'll measure the stack on Monday, but I'd estimate about 30 ton. Do you know any hauliers with a suitable vehicle or shall I make some enquiries?

 

You are more than welcome to come and see the timber before committing if you'd like?

I will see if I can sort a haulier, but if you have someone then I don't mind using them, and could take the lot quite happily, I was thinking the small amount as I could grab that on my truck.

Also available well seasoned Ash and Birch 3m cordwood. Nice processor size. £50 +VAT roadside.

South Suffolk.

I will take a bout six ton of the ash and birch mate, how much you got?

The best boots for mud are someone else's, with their feet in them, I hate mud!!!!

 

I do very few jobs for developers because I HATE mud.

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Fine post, and worth reading twice.

not surprising as I was going through an odd thread title phase

 

 

Should have just called it the Spheroblast thread !

 

 

http://arbtalk.co.uk/forum/woodcraft-forum/41799-beguiling-piece-tinkering-beauty.html

 

 

 

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Good morning, and thank you David.

we used to call them 'space potatoes', put some sandpaper on them and stick them on the end of walking sticks. can get them off other trees also, esp. cedar - lovely scent.

That's a great idea!

But space potatoes. ..

it does look like there may be a bit of burr in places on that lump. i'll turn it for you if you want?

Thanks mate, I have a couple of lathes, I will spin it up and see what I get.

Anyone got a 501esx yet?

 

Hope a good saw yes no thanks all nice one there hi all thanks jon:sneaky2::sneaky2:

I can't find it listed in this country, I had thought it was available.

Cracking shots mate, wow!

Beautiful rendition of colour there Sean.

Tree brain

 

Would it be some kind of spheroblast (not sure on spelling)

 

Pretty cool whatever it is

That's the name I was looking for...thanks:001_smile:

It looks like a nice little thing to fill the role of a retired ms200.

 

...but I do have a serious cat allergy

It does very much resemble that saw, I have both...

Thanks Al, I seem to vaguely remember it having a specific name as it was attached by a small root like structure, as can just about be made out in the pics where the darker wood is, I think David Humfries had one on his desk and was posting about them, but I can't find the thread for looking.

I might chuck it on the lathe myself if I can think of a good use, maybe a ball would be fun.

Evening all, I forget the name of these growths that appear on oaks, this one was a good size, I pealed the bark off after letting it season, thought I would show it to you lot.

Anyone got a 501esx yet?

 

Hope a good saw yes no thanks all nice one there hi all thanks jon:sneaky2::sneaky2:

Not yet mate, but I can feel the urge..

I think I have a big oak burr tucked away in the shed from years ago, so it will be hard as nails, I will dig about in there as it was too big for my lathe at about 20 inch diameter if I remember right.