Holzfforma g888 One Big Azzz Saw, First Look & Impressions

[@iraagans3144]

Haha, Kid with a new toy! Thats 20" bar was hilarious, like taking your new huffy out on Christmas day even though theres 2 feet of snow!

[@DaveyBlue32]

It’s awesome to see how the 404 pulls so much it’s rolling the log!!! She’s a big beautiful beast!!!

[@AbsolutionArmament]

Good shit, Glad to see you are one of the first to get hands on!

[@treebender261]

I have never seen you that happy over a chainsaw it put a big smile on my face just watching I love it ,I don't need one for milling but now I got to have one myself can't wait to see it in some big stuff and on a mill

[@cuetecpro]

That's awesome to see you got the first look at the 088 hutzl congrats to see

[@joshh8296]

That's huge Walt .I look forward to up coming videos with that monster

[@chapsmaketory3960]

Holy friggin wow walt..they got it right huh..ive always considered you the godfather of the kit saw n thru you I've created some wicked 660s as others have as well so its encouraging to hear your review,now I gotta have one..thx walt,you da man!!!

[@lsohweldfab6575]

Great video! Ordered mine a month ago! So so so excited more than ever to get it!

[@StihlnLogs]

A nice light 28" bar would be the ticket on that saw. Cant wait to see more of this saw. All the best.

[@iraagans3144]

They really shine with a 41"

[@harveynailbanger]

Just ordered one last night, 577.34 shipped to my door. W/O bar/chain. Orderd the 42" bar to go with it, about 140.00 shipped. We shall see. Got it just to do large slabs...

[@TacTechTrail]

Haha a saw that makes anyone that happy must be fun :) Can't wait to see some more. Cheers

[@richardgracews6]

Can't wait to see the new farmer Jones build with the 888 kits when they become available

[@poparamiro]

Awesome vid! Looks great in blue! Seems to be very good quality... It's on the way 😁

[@afleetcommand]

Hope you enjoy it! I was really pleasantly surprised. The best as delivered saw I've had from Farmertec, actually short of an Autotune the least amount of set up I've ever had to do on any saw

[@poparamiro]

@@afleetcommand Thanks! It has ngk sparkplug and walbro carburetor like on the new batches of g660?

[@johnclarke6647]

I am going to tell you what my local Stihl tech said about the ms 880. One came into his shop recently with a 60” bar and chain on it to be fixed. Jimmy fixed it but he could not crank it. Jimmy is a big boy, like you. He told the owner the next time he brought it in for service he had to stay with it to crank it. Jimmy said he was about 6’7” and weighed close to or over 300#. Jimmy told me it about took his arm off trying to crank it. Jimmy is about 6’2”, 240#, so he is no weakling. This ended any delusions I might have of building the 880.

[@harveynailbanger]

Hence the compression relief...

[@bobbyscott3668]

Can't wait to get one!! Great video 👍

[@andrewslagle1974]

Walt nice saw, good luck with it .I am going to see bob soon ,i want a 565 looks like a great saw .I see farmer tech has a kit saw of that g888 .

[@garbizzi6868]

What do u mix your gas ? I break in at 32:1 then for everyday use i always have done 40:1 in all my saws for about 18 yrs now

[@afleetcommand]

I've just run 32:1 with the right ester based synthetic or synthetic blend for decades. Break in? Maybe a tank or two of heat cycles then just run it

[@mountainman9024]

Can't believe I'm saying it but for what it is it looks pretty nice! I just got myself a Stihl 881 here in Australia to replace my old Stihl 090 . Great video mate!

[@timfreeman476]

the smile on your face ajax couldn't wipe off priceless

[@hillbilly4christ638]

They just need to get it over with and make a 250cc saw that we can customize and have some serious fun with. I may be wrong but I am pretty sure that if they made a chainsaw that size they would sell a boatload of them. They make all kinds of 250cc machines so what is keeping them from making something like that?

[@JandSChainsaw]

Just ordered the 880 kit can't wait to get it..

[@johnnybarbar7435]

Nice saw Walt! My back, my Ibuprofen inventory, the fact that 660s are 11 lbs lighter, less than half the cost and are more versatile powerheads for the average guy makes me say I'll pass for now. Maybe it would be nice for wide slabbing but my 660 works fine for that with a 42" bar cutting up to 36" wide slabs.

[@rustynails4149]

I know I am going deaf but I thought that the last few vids were I am getting to old I need lighter saws. I think I need to get the hearing aids serviced to I need more horse power and weight. Just the thing for some light pruning and clearing brush along the fence lines. If it’s like the stihl saws I use for cutting fence posts like you I love them for the raw horse power. The 880 s are great saws. And all I can say is have fun and enjoy.

[@afleetcommand]

All true...for general work my 562 and 565 will push most of the saws aside, but after have THREE failures this winter with hobby saws on big bar work, decided to do something different.

[@danielsmith-ze3wy]

Thanks for the video Hope you keep us updated as you use it

[@islipfdchief]

Is the side cover magnesium ? Will a 880/881 side cover fit ? Weight vs 880. Blocking and milling with 40"+ bars is where that low down power works. Just to big for EDC tree work. Most of the big stuff here on Long Island can be done with 90cc saws. Now you "need" that 3120. Have a few rescue saws that run 404/.063 chain. The jump in size and weight lets them take abuse 3/8.050 chain can only dream of.

[@OTAlucard]

Walt I can't believe they actually are making it

[@VinnyMartello]

I have a brand new G070. Starts on the first or second pull, idles like a charm. Craps out at throttle. Messing with the high speed mixture screw isn’t solving the problem. Any ideas?

[@afleetcommand]

Either ignition or fuel supply

[@VinnyMartello]

@@afleetcommand I think i figured it out. I noticed that under full throttle the choke was pulling itself closed.

[@jonathanostrom7917]

What happened between the first and second cut? Looks like a significant amount of time by how much the shadows moved?

[@plowmaster1206]

How would you compare to your horsefarmer 395xp? Or maybe the 395 with big bore? Really thinking of one or the other for milling.

[@afleetcommand]

For me the big bore it too hard to start and that colors everything I think about it.

[@plowmaster1206]

@@afleetcommand ive yet to see too many great reviews on the bb... most say stock all it needs is a bit of trimming inside and will outperform the bb kit. Still on the fence between it and the 088 clone. Just wanna get slabbing its been a while since my bandmill has run.

[@techedfireman4981]

I'd love to get my hands on one of those for my chainsaw milling. Don't see it on their website. I thought at one time Farmertec had a Husky 3120 version as well.

[@afleetcommand]

Patience .. :)

[@ctlandscapemaintenancesolu494]

so you can put a smaller bar on there how has it been since you got it any update

[@afleetcommand]

Heah..I have a 25inch B&C to put on it. Just it is heavy and hard for me to start with winter clothes on, need all the "snap" I can muster. But it's been pretty much trouble free...a good saw.

[@andrewsobek2386]

I don't see it on their website; is this a trial model they sent you, or is it available somewhere other than farmertec?

[@dubbssawshop]

Very nice!!!!!! I can’t wait to get me one.

[@leonardvirtue5753]

Mate too good.😆! !! If it works I'll use it👍👍Nice.😆

[@MegaDirtyberty]

Nice to see you here Leonard.

[@truegritbulldog]

Oh wow..... Hoping your kit made it over too.....

[@johnclarke6647]

I can’t believe you had nice words to say about a Stihl! When they bring it out as a kitI may get one. I like to build them, then I know how to fix themifIever have to. Theme-880is a brute. I have plenty of bars for Stihl saws. Ibought two new ones for my 372- bothOregon PowerCutbars. One 20 inch and one 24 inch, 3/8,050,72 and 84LPX chains. Both cur well. ,I just did not want to put an adapter plate on my 372 and use one of my Stihl bar and chains on my new Husky.

[@afleetcommand]

Surprised? Why? I am not a zealot like some on the Stihl side, I just call it as I see it. Certainly have said good things about the Stihl Bar's for years, the ms660's for years. And the 461's. Husqvarna is usually a better price/performance option for the saw classes I buy for me...and I have better access. AND the cost of parts is way less and I don't have to go to dealers to get OEM. Lot of reasons the Husqvarna brand grew into the primary use saw for me over time, even before I was friends with Bob. This new 565 is case and point actually, Bob sells them in the under $800 dollar price range. What Stihl can u buy for under $1000 that will even be close to the performance/long term reliability & maintenance cost of the 565? I can tell you from working on this stuff from both brands.....there is nothing from Stihl that can compete in that dollar / total performance analysis. :) Sorry , or I would have one. So logic, not blind emotions got me where I am. :) I just have more information to work with than most..

[@johnclarke6647]

@@afleetcommand I am not a zealot. I also call it like I see it. Concerning Winchester rifles and the M14’s and Garland’s;I am a zealot. You can say the same things about Colt pistols, Smith revolvers and Remington shotguns to include Belgium Browning O/U’s. Things I do not like do not hang around my place very long.

[@joshbennett2762]

How did you get that I don’t even see them listed on the page yet

[@afleetcommand]

patience. They will catch up.

[@Sensei948]

Master, is it possible to pour 33: 1 husqvarna ls + to drink 372xp 357xp and scythe 545rx? Will not jam the piston rings with carbon?

[@craigtimmons3468]

Great First Impressions, I would love to have one but just can't justify the purchase especially when I have an MS070 with a 36" bar and chain that maybe gets used half a dozen times or so a year. Maybe when and if the kit version comes out I may be more inclined to purchase one. So I'm sure it has some weight to it but is it something you would or could run for a day as compared to the ol man saw eventhough there not in the same league? I Really don't like running my MS070 for long periods due to its weight as it just wares a person down in a hurry and I'm sure some of it is due to the vibration. Staying Tuned in for the Updates 👍

[@matthewvannoy500]

Awesome ,cool saw

[@seriksson9721]

Very interesting chainsaw, maybe even suitable for a chainsaw mill? Thanks for all the great programs.

[@afleetcommand]

Perfect for milling. Capable for a price that doesn't scare you into not using it

[@HuckThis1971]

Thanks for the review! I got a lot of big maples and ash. At least 32" Dia. I want to slab them as they are straight with no knots for at least 75 feet. I didn't want to buy a saw and kill it prematurely. This saw will do!

[@wesleycallison2079]

Oh hell, I have a 24inch 404 pitch newish stihl bar. Just waiting for one of those.

[@ironwoodworkman4917]

Where or how did you get it? and what was the price?

[@ironwoodworkman4917]

Oh..I have one more question. Is it a 3002 or a 3003 guide-bar mount?

[@X0X0LFertilizer]

I kinda want one! Metal case I assume? I bet it would shred a square ground 20” , 36” and even 42” bar! How is the vibration? Hopefully they balance the cranks

[@afleetcommand]

Metal cases. And I put a Stihl 36 on it. Actually the 25 worked ok. Its....heavy for an old man. Have to saw the ms 660 kit with some additions like a Hyway handle bar and better crank. OEM trigger/choke controls, cap selas for gas/oil caps, fuel line, bar studs, etc is really tough to beat as a fun-performance-weight mix.

[@tmccusk1]

Just ordered mine today! What mix have you been running and do you still like the saw? Web site says 25:1. I've been running 50:1 in my Holzforma 660.

[@dinkoterzic]

G888 088 ms880 💪💪💪💪💪 Best

[@danielbargas3377]

Thank you China, now just let us get it in the orange parts kit now

[@christiannorris7673]

Are the kit saw version's of as good quality of parts?

[@afleetcommand]

Probably, I haven't seen the kits, only the assembled saw. AND as compared to some of the products they sell, its pretty good. Certainly a saw platform that one can build on

[@Serentocam]

Does it run a 50:1 or 25:1 mix?

[@joshh8296]

Just curious did you s adjust the carb or was that factory set that whole video..

[@afleetcommand]

As delivered, I didn't have to touch a thing, out of the box, put it together and cut. Best I've ever seen from them.

[@DarrellD.]

That’s a sure is more than most people would handle. But there is a use for it. I was thinking of getting a 372 style. Which one would you recommend Walt? Are they worthwhile?

[@afleetcommand]

Their Joncutter line are better for small saws and the g660 is the best sorted out option for bigger ones. I I had to get a 372 style, it would be the g372 over the xt&xp for a variety of reasons. :)

[@wagnerschainsaws9402]

Can’t wait!

[@aussief5016]

Holy balls.... When is it available for purchase? and do you know their pricing ? its still not on their site just "coming soon"

[@afleetcommand]

Patience....:)

[@smokingcheeba420]

Tell us what you know!!! Lol

[@garbizzi6868]

Personally i would went with the hulzforma g888 but was limmited in the bank area so the next best thing , 395xp which is also a beast. (94cc 395) &(g888 is 120cc'z) thats alot a CC'z buddy!

[@afleetcommand]

I'm thinking the g395 is the best chassis to build from right now. Even better than the g888

[@benredmond8271]

Just interested in your opinion on husky vs Stihl. Why do you choose husky over stihl?

[@afleetcommand]

Really don't have some predisposition of one vs. the other, although I do have more access to Husqvarna. For me, Husqvarna are cheaper per horsepower & maintenance costs over time so when the cost analysis gets done for the farm. Specifically they win for new saws on that price/performance and cost of maintenance over time analysis with the saw class I buy, 555/562 vs. 362; 565/572 vs. anything in the 70cc class. I'm familiar to the point I can quantify that as I work on both. But as a brand I don't have a preference liking one over the other. The new Stihl's are really cool and have innovative features that is worth something to someone, just when I have to spend my dollars investing in a tool price/performance and maintainability over time wins every time. On the old saws, things get more "equal", my actual preferred ( emotional thing not practical ) are old Homelites and Jonsereds. BUT like a few models from a variety of sources like the L77 Husqvarna and the ms660 Stihl. AND the soon to be obsolete 461 Stihls. Old original edition 365/372's as well, so a little from everywhere. Just like saws.

[@benredmond8271]

@@afleetcommand I value your opinion. Thanks!

[@justinterrell9555]

Do you know if they Have released the 395xp yet ?

[@afleetcommand]

Not a clue, I'm not in the "loop" so will know when you do.

[@gunplow]

How much does it way

[@Broddi169]

Daniel will send you another cover

[@cpufrost]

120cc?

[@amd65ak47]

They say 122cc.

[@DaveyBlue32]

Awesome Walt!!! The 20” is going to definitely cut!!! 😂😂😂👍. I really want to monster Farmertec too!!!

[@stephenalibozek1058]

👍👍

[@thefirewooddoctor]

I could never get the foot through the handle starting method to work on any chainsaw, damn body mechanics. Prefer the handle between the knees method. That saw sure sounds hungry!

[@ericsalyer2869]

Ehhhhh I had a g660 wasn’t so fond of it. Traded it off for a few other saws Still have both my holzfforma g372xp tho. I like them

[@gunplow]

Weight?

[@afleetcommand]

approx. 22lbs empty pho. With B&C over 25....heavy, real heavy

[@TreforTreforgan]

Would a stihl 880 side casing fit onto this?

[@afleetcommand]

yup

[@garbizzi6868]

I bought the hulzforma 395xp and ive ran the real one and the hulzforma , and i cant justifiy spending $1400 when i can buy this 395 i bought for $335.00. I cant vouch for the hulzforma bars and chains , the bar i bought was garbage, i would recommend buying a husky bar , oregon or an oem stihl.

[@hornett22]

Half the price, 1/16 the quality

[@afleetcommand]

Maybe, but for the "pro" OEM's are the best choice on any size class. Always. For fun and games? Guess if you haven't experienced this stuff, you will have to watch and see if your premise is true :)