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[@terrymckinch8587]

I only have 1 gas operated Stihl saw, my MS 361 and it is a maniac, but I use the Stihl battery operated 220 all the time. For me and my wife who are in our late 60's, it runs long enough cutting through the dead ash on our farm. I carry it on my tractor and go back in the woods, pull out the trees, cut them in 8 foot lengths and carry them up to my farm to be cut up. We heat with wood, so we do cut up about 5 cord per year, not the amount you do. We really like your down home videos and they are fun to watch.

[@EssentialMountainHomesteading]

I love this little saw its my go to as long as no one's around that can see me using a saw with a battery in it, kind owning a scooter it's only cool to ride if nobody's watching.

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Lol thats funny right there!

[@EssentialMountainHomesteading]

@@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans The truth of the matter is it's been a really good saw for teaching the kids how to use a chainsaw and letting us start with something small and manageable

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Back to your comment on the scooter, My wife used to have this little VW EOS Convertible, total chick car but it was a blast to drive, stuck to the road and was like driving a go cart, I loved driving it but would only take it at night lol

[@EssentialMountainHomesteading]

@@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans I'm guilty of squeezin my chubby self into a Mazda miata and cruising around after dark of course if you tell anyone, I'll denie it.

[@singleman1986]

LOL....You 2 guys are too funny. We Harley riders have a 'bit' more of a crude way of saying the same thing about riding a 'Jap'. That said, I think that electric Stihl is a HELL of a piece of equipment. I'd invite any 'scoffers' to TRY it. Just based on this 'demo', I'm gonna buy one and 'chucklers' be damned.

[@edwardkenny2356]

I think that getting a third to a half cord is pretty good. Battery powered tools have come a long way and they're only getting better. Thanks for that demo, Mike.

[@ritterjon]

If you're lucky maybe when Melissa gets back from the basement maybe she'll split that for you. Impressive saw, I can see a market for something like that. I'm sure they'll sell a lot more of them now.

[@JesseLJohnson]

Makes sense if you have trimmers and blowers using the same battery to have the whole lineup. I was never impressed with battery saws but now the higher end ones seem to be pretty solid. I use battery edgers and trimmers already might need to get a lineup. I have gas trimmers and all too just got sick of the weight when my battery powered ones are just so much lighter but I have to change batteries a couple times each time I use them don't like that to much but it saves my back with the weight difference. Husqvarna has their 120 think the model is right now you get a free battery when you buy the saw. I would prefer the Stihl but when you get a free battery that I think cost like $100 its pretty tempting to give one a try.

[@davidb.beasley7359]

Mike, thanks for this demo. I have a nearly new MS250 and have real problems starting it. The pull cord hangs and will not extend to start the saw. I have a friend who sold his saw because he couldn't start it. I am wondering if there are others who would benefit from the battery saw due to the problems in starting their gasoline saw. The batteries are the expensive part of the saw, but other than that I would love to have one.

[@zfilmmaker]

I bought a MSA200 just now from my local dealer, thanks to these videos. I own a MSA300 but it’s unnecessarily heavy. Stihl needs more pro-level power electric saws that are light like this one.

[@ADRIAN-fb9xj]

Good video, and they are an amazing little saw. And that's a lot of wood from 1 charge .The more you use them, the more you want to use them. And that's all Softwood. I use mine to cut a fair bit of Aussie Hardwood and it never ceases to amaze me with what it's able to get through......I was in the Husqvarna shop last weekend buying some parts for my brushcutter, and a bloke came in to see if the new bar for his chainsaw turned up. It hadn't, on back order. He was disappointed. I ended up selling him an equivalent Husqvarna Battery Chainsaw from the customer side of the counter, based on my experience of the MSA 200C.....The people running the Shop thought it was somewhat strange, the only thing they had to do was tell him how much it was.

[@MyBsquared]

Very informative video, I’m starting to lean towards battery power. My wife and I bought an electric mower for the cottage with two batteries we are able to trim 2 acres (very light no fumes) where the zero turn can’t reach. Mike would the Battery last longer the more it is charged and discharged with the use that you could put it through (great videos thks).

[@chipwoods8323]

I recently bought a Milwaukee battery powered saw. I thought I would use it for limbing and pruning but it’s become my go-to tool. My larger Stihl is much more powerful but I don’t miss the difficult pull starter. I bought the Milwaukee because I have chargers and batteries for other tools which are interchangeable. Thanks for your videos!

[@tonymgr1710]

It’s my favourite saw, simply can’t beat it for speed, weight and being quiet

[@duckshaker]

IMHO you don't have "a little over a third of a cord" in that pile. I use a '99 Tacoma to haul my firewood, and it holds a quarter of a cord when it's loaded to the edge of the bed (4 rows of 16 inch wood). I am quite certain that pile of wood would not fill my truck. For the test it would have been nice if you had constructed a measured rack to determine what the saw was capable of cutting. Nice review of the saw, which is what I was looking for. And I liked seeing you stack the wood on 2X4's. It drives me nuts to see wood stacked directly on the ground!!!

[@bendigr]

that is definitely cutting better. i think it can do even better. though. Did you sharpen it with a 2in1 sharpener? maybe just start with a new chain? who know what those demo cuts put it through.

[@bcgrittner]

That's impressive. I have a line voltage powered saw right now. Not a bad saw if you can get an extension cord to it. That works well in my suburbanite yard, but true portability comes with the battery powered unit.

[@stephenthorn4921]

Mike I have checked on the battery powered MSA 200 C chain saw. Was told the battery lasted 35 minutes, no matter what the cut! My question, refers to the battery powered pole saw used in the front yard to trim. Have not seen that at the Stihl store. Have you tried the Stihl combo set yet? It has the gas powered head, and the attachments are numerous! I was interested in the pole saw and blower attachment's. Stihl claimed the blower will blow a brick!

[@stevendesteven3668]

I own this saw for 3j now. Works great besides my heavy sihl saw. Two things; 1.the chain must be REALLY sharp all the time or it just wont do the job. 2.in the summer the battery sometimes over heat when pushing thru, you have to wait to let it cool. And the price is high when it is your first battery powered stihl tool. But when used to it... I replaced all machines like trimmers etc with this type. Only one big stihl saw I kept. Greeetz

[@HomesteadEngineering]

I made the switch to electric tools and I am never looking back. So much easier to maintain, no more ethanol carburetor problems. One note: I think electric chain saws may be a bit more dangerous. If you accidentally drop the blade into your apron chaps, they just don't cut out like a gas engine. Question: Do you think you could cut continuously if you had two batteries where one is always charging? Thanks!

[@rhyssimms591]

Amazing video Mike!Why can’t these big companies install an alternator to these tools to recharge themselves?! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@lostnation5348]

I cut a lot of firewood and I am impressed I must admit. I can see one for me being used when I walk out in the woodlot in the evening to do some thinning. Hmmmmmm. Thanks, Mike.

[@kenjett2434]

That is a saw perfect for my use being disabled not able to work but in short periods of time. For cutting and keeping the brush back on my 4.5 acres of ground would be perfect. No fuel to mess with and lighter to handle.

[@debbiecozo7151]

Hi Mike, I’ve used the battery saw for a while now. It’s been handy for clearing smaller trees, especially ones on hills. It’s not as heavy as a gas saw but I’ve had some problems with the oil channel? becoming clogged with sawdust. I’ll never give up my saw!

[@stevebradley678]

Good saw to have as a spare. Melissa stole the show. Lol

[@youtuberAstar]

I only ever buy Stihl products. I have NEVER been let down by any of them - no matter how much abuse I throw at them !! Having said that, I would never purchase an electric product like this, although I was really shocked at how much wood it cut. What is the cost of a replacement battery ? No doubt- not cheap. Thanks for sharing. Very informative. 10/10.

[@kennymartin7803]

Forgive me for not looking it up. Does that chainsaw come with a extra battery?I'm pretty sure I can gas and oil up a chainsaw in less than two minutes. Don't get me wrong, I really want to believe. Sometimes I get a headache from breathing all those exhaust fumes.

[@michaelgriffin2151]

This is one of the best no BS videos on the capabilities of these electric saws. Exactly what I wanted to see, thank you.

[@brianhubbard6423]

They are a great product. I take one when we go buggy riding just incase we need to cut a tree or limb out of the way. Great video and God bless.

[@cmc7106]

It surprised me how long the battery lasted!! They have come along way with battery technology!! Great demo on the saw!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@ohiofjr]

Looking forward to meeting you tomorrow. I was at the festival today, it was a little muddy, so bring a pair of mud shoes.

[@mickolson8176]

That is a great looking saw. I have a Stihl MS 291 that I love, but I can see where that little battery powered one would be perfect for throwing in the back of the Ranger for trips around the property to clean up some of the lighter stuff I come across. I think that saw, coupled with the battery powered pole saw you did a video on a while back, would make a great combo!

[@scottengland665]

Mike it was great to finally meet you at the Paul Bunyan Show in Cambridge. Thanks for all you do.

[@allanwells4886]

Would beat lugging around the heavy old Stihl 380; nice,light and quiet! I'm impressed.

[@RussellFineArt]

Great saw! Thanks for the vid, I'm heading out now to buy an electric chainsaw and am slowly converting all of my machines and tools over to electric as they're much easier to use and much cheaper to maintain and I won't have to spend hours priming and pulling stupid chords anymore.

[@seagullsbtn]

Your last remarks are spot on. Great for any homeowner/occasional user, clearing downed trees on trails, etc. In to my second season with mine, great to have a chainsaw that doesn't have to be specially treated like gas powered units when not in use.

[@casto-]

That's a good amount for what is a small saw. We used to reckon on 45 mins of fuel in a petrol mid size saw so I don't think there would be much difference. As you say, great saw for an evenings logging

[@gymsreviews8155]

Another great video of the chain saw. Keep up the good work. Are you going to show the splitting of the wood also? 👍

[@dalelewis1016]

LOL... Melissa definitely missed her calling 🎤 ... that's a handy Saw to take to the campground

[@1d1hamby]

I had a lot of trouble finding the correct file for that chain, it's so tiny. 0.043 inch gauge quarter inch pitch chain is mostly on the battery saws.

[@APlusBrandon]

Might buy one for carving without annoying everyone. Cool saw.

[@timkd5vmv583]

Probably would have been even more if the blade had been sharper the first night of cutting. I am impressed for sure.

[@avelezusmc7929]

I'm sold heading to the dealer this weekend thanks for the great video

[@jasonmccook843]

Good video, Mike! How about giving a few minutes of your time tomorrow checking out the log splitters. We are having July in October here in NE GA. Temps in the upper 80's low 90's and very humid.

[@tnt2168]

Thanks for this video! Now i feel so stupid my self, i bought 180 gas and i need it only for camping. Have to sale till it's still new.🙂

[@michaeltupper250]

thank you very very much for posting i bought a chain saw today.NOTE my wife and i love your videos thanks again.play safe

[@0x_jakey_x050]

Hi great video. I really like the piece of kit that you used to hold the log off the ground... not sure what there technical name is... could you let me know where I can purchase one from? Thanks

[@Mallard5plus1Farmhouse]

That chainsaw is impressive. Look forward to meeting you guys tomorrow!!

[@rcairflr]

@1:04 . Using 300 amp battery. Wow, that must be a huge battery.......

[@mattseymour8637]

Better than I expected. How long does the battery last?

[@Prepared_Suburbanite]

I can't image sawing without the sound of a traditional chainsaw. It makes the whole experienced worthwhile! But this is a great alternative. Thanks for the test on this.

[@JesseLJohnson]

Well I guess you could record a 2 stroke engine and play it through you're headphones while cutting lol. I know I have seen some hybrid or electric cars have the sound of a V8 playing through the speakers lol.

[@stereolababy]

that saw is over 600$ with the 300amp battery and charger

[@wesrazz5874]

Greenworks half the price and made probably at the sweat shop next door. I have their big one and can say its as good as the Stihl. Greenworks customer service is top notch.

[@comlbbeau]

Given the presumed fairly high cost of the battery, having multiple batteries probably isn't cost effective. How long does it take to bring the battery back to full charge?

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Not sure yet, I will put it on charge this evening

[@ttkddry]

you can perfectly work with 2 batteries, one charges while the other is in use. And they are the same batteries for all Stihl pro equipment like their hedge trimmer and brush cutter

[@johnpaul8975]

With my AL 300 charger it takes the AP 300 battery right at an hour to charge fully.

[@comlbbeau]

Thank you! That's about what I expected from the others I've used.

[@1d1hamby]

That is definitely not a 300 amp battery. They do sell different backpack batteries if you want to run it for much longer periods.

[@henryrodgers3409]

Great video . Looks like to be a very nice saw . Glad to see that you had your safety gear on . Just happen to find your channel and saw the first video on the battery powered saw . Subscribed

[@gastoncannon4710]

Just perfect for how you used it. Heres wishing you and Melissa a safe and wonderful trip tomorrow. 👍👍👍👍

[@kevinmason3086]

I think I'm going to get one it would be nice to keep one in my vehicle in case I see a tree down somewhere alone the road thanx for showing what it could do

[@SeriousSchitt]

It can also be used comfortably in the lounge!

[@mjriegs2]

Check out Wolferidge log splitters at the convention tomorrow. Made in WI and they are fantastic. I have one and absolutely love it. It is a beast.

[@morristim1]

Nice saw! I kept trying to warn you that the boss was coming 😂

[@powderriver2424]

I thinks that’s respectable as well definitely a nifty saw. I’m going to actually look into one of these I’ve been on the fence about a chain saw since I haven’t much work for one and my 1984 Stihl 042 died a couple years ago. I bought that saw new when I was 15..Lol

[@Orefamilylawncare]

Stihl has this saw under the "professional" category on the website. I was shocked.

[@tracyjohnson3177]

Thanks Mr. Morgan , for taking the time to make these videos. You helped me decide to go ahead and get one. And it would be cheaper than buying another gun I don't need! Lol

[@SeriousSchitt]

What do you mean? You always need gun!

[@singleman1986]

Man. I've been drooling, (and crying over), that red oak and cherry you've been cutting up for FIREWOOD. If I had access to those logs I could easily pay off the investment in a Wood Mizer LT15 in a year.

[@russellbowman8051]

It didn't look to cut too bad especially after you sharpened it!!👍👊

[@JesseLJohnson]

Never really considered a battery saw. My parents bought one a couple years ago for them to fart around with but the thing is nearly useless. Might have to buy one of the Stihl battery saws for them to have around. I prefer my Stihl saws but I have a few Husqvarna, Makita and a couple others but I see the Husqvarna 120 think the battery saw model is, right now if you buy one they give you a free battery. Tempting when I think the batteries are 1/3 the price of the saw. I do have a Redmax saw on the way now I just ordered that is the same as the Husqvarna 439 which is just a rear handle version of the 435T top handle saw for a nice lightweight saw to use when I am not using my 026 Pro, Makita DCS6421, or Husqvarna 372xp which are the saws I use the most. I have a couple other smaller saws but they are all homeowner Stihl or Husqvarna saws and I don't think any are as light as this Redmax. I guess they consider it a "farm and ranch" saw but its still probably a bit heavier duty then something like the Stihl 017 I have. If I like it I might buy that cheaper top handle saw that this is the rear handle version of since its only $299. I would rather buy Stihl but that is a pretty good price for a top handle saw when I don't need the best top handle I sure am not going to be climbing trees with it.

[@geraldmoore6257]

For those who aren’t familiar with batteries, voltage doesn’t measure power or capacity to do work or chain speed. It does allow for thiner wires and smaller motors. Multiply the voltage of your saw by the amp hour rating to get power, or watt hours. Watt hours is the indicator that tells you how much potential wood you can cut before switching batteries. Switching batteries isn’t a big deal like fueling up with gas, but it's nice not to have to switch. Here’s some data I’ve acquired: One Milwaukee 18V (nom) 12Ah battery weighs 3.7 lbs. (18)x(12) = 216 watts One Husqvarna 36V (nom) 4.2 Ah battery weighs 3.21? lbs (36)x(4.2) = 151 watts Makita is complicated because it takes two standard tool batteries of any amp hr rting. They all weigh about the same. Two (2) Makita 18V (nom) 6 Ah batteries weigh 2.7 lbs. (2)x(6)x(18) = 216 watts. Makita also runs on 5, 4 and 3 Ah batteries with progressively lower run times with the same approximate weight. Thicker 9 Ah after market batteries are also available, that would allow 2x9x18 or 324 watt hours. One Dewalt 54V (nom, not max) 4Ah battery weighs 3.2 lbs (54)x(4) = 216 watts One Stihl with 36V 4.9 Ah battery weighs 3.8lbs (36)x(4.2) = 178 watts One Stihl with 36V 6.3 Ah (AP 300) weighs 3.8lbs (36)x(6.3) = 226 watts One Greenworks 80V 4 Ah battery weighs 5.5 lbs (80)x(4) = 360 watts One Greenworks 80V 2 Ah battery weighs 2.8 lbs (80)x(2) = 160 watts One Redback 120V 3Ah battery weighs 4.0 lbs (120)x(3) = 360 watts

[@SeriousSchitt]

Fueling up with gas is a drama?

[@alexclarke3534]

U can step up to an AP300 S battery too which according to STIHL has 25% more capacity than the standard AP300

[@d.a.ballou9740]

You have 4 tractors, 2 grapples, a 3ph carryall, and pallet forks at your disposal and what do you use to gather firewood? A side by side utility vehicle and a chain with one hook! Nobody can accuse you of doing things the easy way! :) Just kidding, keep making these videos and I'll keep watching.

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

I was waiting for that comment lol, it was real muddy today from all the rain. Side x Side is pretty low impact compared to the tractors. Don't like hogging everything up and dragging mud back to the house

[@d.a.ballou9740]

Yea, I don't blame you, I just couldn't resist pointing out the obvious!

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Good video and information Mike n Melissa. Thanks for sharing.

[@andy6043]

I can see this in use for emergency road crews and homeowners clearing tree damage after a Hurricane or Tornado. I'd bet Stihl sells a lot of them !

[@emil8786]

Listen for the Whistle the rumble & roar then know i want to cut one more 😎✌🌳🌲🍃🍂🍁

[@johnlewisbrooks]

The Milwaukee saw is even more powerful! It has a 12ah battery!

[@regsparkes6507]

Yup,..that's a nice saw, and not bad for one charge on a saw that wasn't quite ready, was it? You should maybe do this again ( to be fair ) on a fresh re-charge and sharpen the chain, cut 6 to 8 inch wood and see what production you get.

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Reg Sparkes, I think I will do that sometime

[@jackd1582]

Hey Mr Morgan . You need to compare this with a 220 CBE and a 170

[@ohhpaul7364]

What size chain goes on that saw? Is it a .325 or the smaller (I cant remember size) type like what goes on an echo chainsaw.

[@alantippett7602]

Totally upstaged by Melissa! Just bought a cordless Stihl blower, hoping to try it out tomorrow. Great video!

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Thanks for sharing Alan! Hope you enjoy it

[@jeffhartmann2469]

Seems to be a great little saw…..as much as I like gas powered saws, electric power seems to be the future.

[@simonsharples4988]

I just bought this Chainsaw and this video really helped me make my mind up about purchasing it.Can you tell what the tool is that you use to lever the trunk up with at approximately 6m 40s. Cheers

[@stevedyke639]

Mike do a competition with the battery powered and the Stihl 3600 pro gas powered to see which cuts the same log faster

[@lazydawgranch]

Hi Mike, couple of questions. Did you notice how warm / hot the battery got after cutting a few piece of the bigger limbs and how does it compare weight wise with your gas powered saw? Thanks for the video....

[@dougmcdougall3997]

1 cord of wood is 4x4x8 no way that's a third just saying , still a great saw no pun intended

[@o1mtbiker]

Did I hear him right. 300 amp battery? Good lord that should cut for a week straight.

[@finno123456]

So what do you do when the powers out just make sure you have plenty charged battery's for the cutting on that day

[@SeriousSchitt]

I've got two batteries and a power inverter, so I just charge off the back of the truck in the woods.

[@Gnomemansgarage]

Hi Mike are you going to split it and put it in a tote? just to see if it fills it ? that was my prediction appreciate it THANKS

[@JEE_13]

Oh man! I'm a couple weeks behind on my KZbin videos. I was at the Paul Bunyan show at that time. Must have just missed you guys. Thanks for review on this saw. I'm in the market and was curious how they hold up.

[@LongBinh70]

Yeah, OK. But the price??? The Stihl MS250 is currently on sale for $299. You could get TWO "real" chainsaws for the price of the electric. They are coming along, but not there yet, in my opinion.

[@jackd1582]

Very true

[@jackd1582]

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[@ericrobinson1207]

msa 200 far superior to the 220. I cant get the 220 to do much @16 inches

[@thermmodhynamics392]

What was the price of the battery already ? Number of charge/discharge cycles lifespan ?

[@augustreil]

Great review ! Wouldn't that be more once it's split ? Thanks. OOHHH, Where is Melissa's clap at the end ? lol.

[@josysteinbach4097]

great video once again , impressive for a battery chainsaw .👍🏻🇫🇷🐸🇮🇪👌

[@Mogman150]

You had a 300 amp Li-ion battery? :)

[@Maro.Simone]

it's cool but for me(im just look price) with all charge battery and 300amp battery is 500+€ is too expensive, yeah it's green and all no gas and smoke stuff but with less i buy a stihl with spring offer and save 200-250 and change chain with a widia one more strong and resistent

[@voxxxapiter4564]

Ура, я себе купил такую🤗мне нравиться, я доволен,

[@janghan7]

Is there no overload if you use it for a long time?

[@bobistuff]

now you should compare how much you can cut how much you can cut on 1 tank of gas or a gas saw of comparable size.

[@barryespeseth7355]

Melissa and the dogs was a great ending to a fun video. What is with her and going downstairs at the end of videos?

[@lamarr1986]

Have you got a link to the battery? 300 amp doesn't sound right? do you mean 300 watt hour? Got to say though battery powered is starting to catch up with 'gas' (as you Americans call it) powered tools.

[@jackd1582]

It's most likely 227 watt hr . There is also a 285 watt hour. 300 battery ( costs $60 more)

[@marktindall4753]

What a great little saw it would be very handy for the small jobs.

[@briankshaw8755]

Impressive saw for a battery power. Where's your new tshirt?

[@bogillespie4774]

It didn't do a bad job tell Melissa this the troublemaker

[@barrystephens900]

Great video, I’ve been using Stihl saws for years, I’m definitely looking at get either the 200 or 220 batterie powered saw. Is it just me or did anyone else notice the Glock decal on the Ranger? I’m also a long time Polaris guy, I currently have a 2020 XP 1000 Crew cab, my 5th Polaris, I also enjoy shooting my Glocks.

[@carlrowe5150]

What was that u used to lift the log to cut it ? Some sort of log tong? Looks extremely handy info plz

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Carl Rowe, Log Ox, I will do a video on it in the near future

[@carlrowe5150]

@@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans thanks love to know about it. love y'all been watch a lil over a year now. Grew up in N/E Ohio town called alliance. moved to SC in 08 after graduating high School. Also lived in blairsville pa for a year went to wyotech. Have my own 6 acre lot of land joined to my parents. And just recently bought a Kubota l3901 Love your videos keep up the awesomeness lol

[@jayinbookoflife]

Why do you continue to load / unload wood by hand rather than using the the log ox “hauler” since you first introduced it some videos back? I got one a couple weeks ago (just the basic log hauler part, since I have a separate jack / roller), after seeing you and others talk about it, and have been using it a lot when splitting and moving wood. So far it slows me down a little vs. picking up by hand, but it reduces strain on my back, which will hopefully help keep me doing this work for many years to come. Plus, it’s SUPER handy for grabbing logs out from a thrown pile, or for recovering them from a cruddy / muddy spot.

[@stevedyke639]

Mike I’ve been watching your videos for over a year now and I don’t think it’s fair to call this saw the real deal. It is not as effective and efficient as other gas powered chain saws and I’m sure we can agree on that. It is good for a truck saw are the right words for it

[@HILLBILLYSFIREWOOD]

Hey Mike how about testing the saw cutting Greenwood. Probably takes more battery life to cut that dry wood it's so hard. Take care and be safe out there buddy.

[@sumdumgoofer9032]

What tool did you use at 6:48 im going to need that for myself!

[@glenturner5356]

Great saw I have the Husqvarna use it all the time carry it in the buggy they are pricey though.