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There are some guidelines you should be aware of when checking through chainsaw reviews. Not all reviews are created equal and in today’s online world of high-pressure sales tactics, many reviews are simply a sales pitch by the author.

So who do you trust?  Well, deciphering any sense from any chainsaw review, whether it be for Husqvarna, Stihl, Echo, Poulan or any other make of chainsaw, a review needs to be well balanced with reasons for and against.

If you come across a review pumping a saw to “high heaven” then this should set ff a red flag. A review which lists the pros and cons of a chainsaw is more natural because let’s face it, not all machines are perfect. For example, one saw may be the ants pants for one user but may have a peculiarity associated with it which may influence another user’s decision to buy.

3 Tips For Prospective Chainsaw Buyers

Here’s a few suggestions you could adopt before making a decision to buy your chainsaw:

- Obviously look for written reviews online. As mentioned above, the review needs to be well balanced and should not simply be benefit, benefit, benefit. This sounds too much like a sales pitch.

- Visit online forums. There are several good forums you could visit for either advice or confirmation on any brand or size of chainsaw. Do a search for chainsaw, woodcutters or power tool forums.

- One of the best chainsaw reviews you could get is one you conduct yourself. In other words, head to a dealer and test out a machine before you buy. Most dealers would be only too happy to let you test a machine if you were really serious about buying. This way, you’d get a feel for a machine and could also get some expert advice about the size of chainsaw best suited for you needs.

If you are in the market for a Stihl chainsaw the question you should ask is whether it’s better and more advantageous to buy from a Stihl dealership.

The short answer is yes and there are several reasons why. One of the main reasons is for service ability. When you buy from a Stihl dealer you get the advantage of having your chainsaw serviced from the place of purchase. Stihl places a lot of emphasis on it’s follow up service.

We’re not suggesting you completely dismiss buying from some of the big hardware stores particularly if you can get a better deal but if there is a Stihl dealer in your area, then at least give them the chance to talk to you.

If something goes wrong with your chainsaw what sort of guarantee do you have it will be repaired. Sure it will come with a warranty but taking it back to a place other than a Stihl dealer means the saw may need to be shipped somewhere before being returned.

With the dealer, you can simply drop the machine off and have a Stihl-trained technician perform the required maintenance and have Stihl parts at their disposal. From a convenience point-of-view, it could provide less frustration.

Product Demonstration

Another advantage of purchasing from a Stihl dealer is you have the option of seeing a product demonstration. You even get to test the saw out for yourself. In other words, the chainsaw you buy won’t come in a box untested.

It’s a little like purchasing a motor car; you get to take it for a spin to get a feel for the car. The same principle applies with the chainsaw. Buying it in a box and then trying to figure out what it does and is capable of when you get it home, can be a little frustrating, especially for an inexperienced operator.

Safety is a major issue with chainsaws and apart from getting a demonstration, you’ll also be pointed to it’s safety features and what you should and should not do. This is invaluable stuff for an occasional user.