steve collins

Good quality Made trousers, have had 2 pairs of the standard extreme

GB oil 80 dont need anything thicker

Has anyone moved from the uk to carry on in the forestry sector abroad at all? Currently looking for options and not having much luck finding opportunities. any pointer would be greatly appreciated.

id say the 462 ive put one through its paces and some since owning 2 1/2years . It drinks less than the 500i i feel, but it does feel plasticky and has some weak spots not to say that the 572 does too. If your happy double cutting with a 20" all day and then get a 462 but if you want to run a 24" more often then a 572 pulls that bar better imo

copford sawmill

Ive had dealings with stihl about the poor quality build of this part of the saw, this was replaced under warranty. apart from that its a cracking saw

I'm intrigued on your rating, what would you say for a 461? I think climbing a 461 takes 25" just fine but maybe a 20" would be more productive on the ground? the 572 has a 5mm more stroke compared to the 462 The 461 is perfect on a 25" a 20" is fun to use!! it will cut faster but more cutters will come into contact with dirt etc if your not careful

Ive used both over the last 2 or so years the 462 is a 20" bar saw IMHO and would recommend the 572 to running a 24" as its maximum. This is my findings with these saws

it was up for £7500 few years back, dont know if it sold for even that. All i can tell is its had some paint

think you can still get them on german ebay and amazon although i heard were being discontinued

Ive used both, 461 runs a longer bar better but does have the extra CCs also will be better built than the 462 but heavier. Stihl did go all out on the weight saving in the 462 to make it a lighter saw but with that comes problems, the top cover is single piece and will break from a light strike also the rear handle/trigger area is fixed by a prong mechanism and has come apart in my hands lots which has lead to wear in the throttle assembly as its a series of rods and pivots rather than a cable. 462 is a really good saw, Ive cut hardwood and softwood with for a year now and you just have to be a bit carefull with it whereas the 461 was a solid unit

I doubt you will find any fencing grade oak in kent/ sussex area as sandwich are hoovering it up at moment as the price is strong. If you do be prepared for a high price!

I have a 462 and its coming up to a year in June in the woods, i was asked recently by a dealer if i wanted a 500i? my response was for them to tally up how much the 462 has cost me in spares. I have had 2 chain brake handles, 3 shroud covers, rear handle cover and recently bent the front handle!! If you want a 70+cc saw that will last and is not made from cheap plastic and a front handle made from tin foil( it is ridiculously light/ thin) then try any other brand!!

I read somewhere few years back on their own website they pay £150( not sure if vat was included on top) for a experienced hand cutter, so up to medium tree and first aid, Problem is they moan like hell if you charge this even though the website states the above!!!

if it plays up again try the wiring harness from the coil to the carb