Pros & Cons
Pros
It is easy to hold as just a chainsaw, but as expected, it is a little bulky when trying to use it on the extension pole. Also a very capable little saw when detached from the pole. Best part of all, spare parts are available. And one of these for cap... Read More
Cons
Had the same exact experience as previous reviewer. They still have it and are waiting on mtd to replace defective part.
The saw has a tendency to accumulate sawdust in the cowing covering the chain drive sprocket and you have to disassemble it to clean it out. It is prone to collecting debris in the chain gear area requiring frequent clean out. The clutch drum is plast... Read More
Balance is an issue. The unit is underpowered. Be mindful of this. It detracts from the efficient use of the saw.
The only way to tighten the chain is to unscrew the two bolts holding the metal chain guide, move it forward, and retighten the two bolt with one hand. Most saws use a metering valve that pumps oil to the bar and sprocket during use, but this saw does... Read More
Highlights
Quality
Seems to be a quality item so far.
The saw worked fine, however when i connected to the extension pole no power, so something must be defective with the electrica... Read More
Packaging/appearance
Then i use the tractor to dump it into the burn pile.
Was able to reach all dead limbs at 15 plus ft.
Competitiveness
I did make it a 12-inch saw because i had the bar and chain from my old saw so that helped a bit.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Saw is still good if could find a part for the motor
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
When i got the first unit i tested it be fore actually using it on my out of control backyard
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The saw worked fine however when i connected to the extension pole no power so something must be defective with the electrical connection on the pole
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I did the return online and printed the return label and planned on dropping it off at the ups store in a day or two the replacement arrived before i returned the defective one
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I follow the guidelines and take care of my stuff thats why it lasted 12 years
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The manual oiler on this chainsaw is bulb pressure fed and
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I am an engineer and if allowed