I need a chainsaw 18-inch for a small one-time job, and found several corded versions online, which is what I want. These have decent reviews. I don't want battery, can't use gas at this location. Anyone used either of these or know another one in the $120 or less range?
Remington RM1840W
18" 12-Amp corded electric Reviews say available at these stores, but they are no longer available at them: Sears $101 Walmart $89 Home Depot $89
Greenworks GW20332
18-in 14.2A corded electric Available online order only: HomeDepot $89
According to the Sears site, the Crafstman 34120 is in stock in all stores near me and on sale for under 100 bucks. Mine has cut everything I've tried.
Why can't you use gas at the location? One time use doesn't say much, could be one huge job that will take many days, what exactly is the job? Home Depot also rents electric chain saws... if you're sure it's for a one time use for just a few hours it may be smarter to rent.
several corded versions online, which is what I want. These have decent reviews. I don't want battery, can't use gas at this location. Anyone used either of these or know another one in the $120 or less range?
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Thanks JC & AZ. I went to HD, Lowes, Walmart - all of which advertised
18-inch corded units. What none of the said in the ad was that all were internet-order only. Just got back with the Sears Craftsman. I'll post the model later and how it works out after a couple of days of cutting.
What are you cutting and you didn't answer why you can't use gas. I only ask because long ago I went the electric chainsaw route and wasn't pleased with the performance (weak) and I hated being tethered to that cord. I've been using chain saws for more than 50 years and would never consider electric again. I have two chainsaws, both Jonsered, a mid size and a heavy duty model. Several times each year trees fall on my property so if they fall where I mow I need to dispose of them. Most times a mid size machine (16") is adequate but occasionally a monster falls and then I need my 24" saw. Jonsered makes the finest chainsaws:
several corded versions online, which is what I want. These have decent reviews. I don't want battery, can't use gas at this location. Anyone used either of these or know another one in the $120 or less range?
everything
- Thanks JC & AZ. I went to HD, Lowes, Walmart - all of which advertised 18-inch corded units. What none of the said in the ad was that all were internet-order only. Just got back with the Sears Craftsman. I'll post the model later and how it works out after a couple of days of cutting.
Craftsman 34102 is the one I got and it worked great. I first cut up some dry timber 8-12-inch diameter that had been felled a year ago. Cutting was clean and quick - 5-10 sections per cut.
Also cut a 14-in dia palm trunk. Also did a good job, even with all the fibers clogging things up.
Only thing wrong with the manual is doesn't show how to take off the cover and replaced it. After spending a fair amount of time figuring it out on my own, I see that it's simple to do. Good procedure would have helped. I had to clean out the fibers after each cut and it took me some time to figure out how to do it. Otherwise an excellent manual - written in "real" English with good illustrations. I like the "real" safety and operation tips it has and not just the usual disclaimers and legal crap.
several corded versions online, which is what I want. These have decent reviews. I don't want battery, can't use gas at this location. Anyone used either of these or know another one in the $120 or less range?
everything
- Thanks JC & AZ. I went to HD, Lowes, Walmart - all of which advertised 18-inch corded units. What none of the said in the ad was that all were internet-order only. Just got back with the Sears Craftsman. I'll post the model later and how it works out after a couple of days of cutting.
Craftsman 34102 is the one I got and it worked great. I first cut up some dry timber 8-12-inch diameter that had been felled a year ago. Cutting was clean and quick - 5-10 sections per cut.
Also cut a 14-in dia palm trunk. Also did a good job, even with all the fibers clogging things up.
Only thing wrong with the manual is doesn't show how to take off the cover and replaced it. After spending a fair amount of time figuring it out on my own, I see that it's simple to do. Good procedure would have helped. I had to clean out the fibers after each cut and it took me some time to figure out how to do it. Otherwise an excellent manual - written in "real" English with good illustrations. I like the "real" safety and operation tips it has and not just the usual disclaimers and legal crap.
Good, I'm glad you found a make and model that works for you.
I forgot, when I was looking they were not always available in the stores. I'm sure like anything else, it is a available space and demand thing for the stores.
A hundred feet of 12 gage HF cord lives in my back yard--hasn't been stored under cover in going on a decade. Other than having turned mostly green it is still fine.
Probably. This was my first trip to Sears in 10+ years. Forgot what a good store it is. This one still carries all the kind of things I remember from years ago -- I mean decent quality at reasonable prices -- just updated.
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