I’ve been challenged, New Husky 288xp vs my old 394xp

I received a chainsaw in the mail by surprise, with a challenge attached

[@afleetcommand]

Hey to those who posted criticism over on Facebook, just because something is a gift, doesn't mean the receiver is obligated to talk it up. The great thing about folks like Buckin is this all is coming from the heart, agree or disagree, right or wrong. He's just telling what he see's, feel's, and interprets. Honest. Wish more were like that.

[@theironhorse6600]

Well said Walt!

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

thx friend

[@tinmanssaws]

Amen Walt!! Appreciate all your tutorials over the years you've gotten this feller out of a pickle or 2!!

[@SonOfLiberty1984]

Very well said.

[@sk8flipout29]

Well said!

[@theironhorse6600]

In all fairness a stock 288 was lazy! There were substantial gains in rattler’s build! Good job! 394’s were in a class of their own! A stock 288 didn’t come anywhere near them! This shows what ported saws can really do! Great vid!

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

you bett ,, very nice saw

[@mapleridgeoutdoors4136]

Amen Harvey!

[@boydmasonlake1995]

Good to hear from you Ironhorse!

[@michaelshetley2981]

Thank you Sir

[@stevenross5859]

spot on mate !

[@tinmanssaws]

That 288 is a runner for sure!! Looks like the ol 394 ate its Wheaties for breakfast today!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

88 is nice tinman, but that ol 94' got er when i leaned on them

[@canadiancutterschannel6787]

@@BuckinBillyRaySmith would you be interested in a pair of mcculloch d45's

[@elong35]

Love when Buckin’ does that foot scratch in the saw dust!! The joy on his face is contagious!

[@matthewolson8875]

😉

[@brendanthebattlerstafford5145]

Thanks for your contribution Matt. I enjoy watching your builds and would love to see how the 88 fares once it’s bedded in. Perhaps another trial after 10 tanks……

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Hogan loves it,, Matt, thx again for your effort on this saw

[@matthewolson8875]

@@brendanthebattlerstafford5145 for sure... I think Mike Shetley did a fantastic job porting this and its a brandy new oem head...so should be really stout after a few tanks!

[@matthewolson8875]

@@BuckinBillyRaySmith pound for pound its still a relevant piece even as old as it is....tell Hogan to run it like he stole it!

[@slaxxx]

Matthew Olson makes the top covers for that 288 if anyone is interested!!! Matt’s a great guy!

[@ozdatman]

That old 394 is a nice saw, but sorry, 6cc's in chainsaw world is a lot. If it wasn't people wouldn't bother big bore conversions on their 372's and 066's. Enjoy the saws that you enjoy.

[@stevenross5859]

luv the 066 myself brilliant saw !

[@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849]

I loved reading Harvey's comment! Would love to hear Tinman chime in if he hasn't done so already. I agree the 394 is the clear winner. It just has that "pull" quality that most people are looking for. I have an anniversary edition 288 which I love dearly, but my 394 is just a special saw. Great video, and your content has been phenomenal as always! Love you all...❤️❤️❤️ Lieutenant Bradley

[@T3hJones]

Very close performance but when it comes to the sound, that 394xp wins NO CONTEST!!!

[@ricknelson2214]

Open the exhaust on that 288 , sounds baffled to hell compared to 394.

[@James-qu3xi]

Hey Buckin’ I still run a 181xp that was my fathers, it’s a absolute honey it’s done many many hours production logging and firewood. If I happen to come across another one I will be sending it your way brother!

[@chaselash4566]

I have a really nice 181se I love it, they come on eBay every once in awhile

[@31415926535ism]

Your old 394 eats it.

[@larrywarner9314]

The guy that did the machine work live in the Carolinas , Matt is a good saw builder in his area in Connecticut .

[@Bigmike3406E]

288 is a great saw ran them for years it was just an EVERYDAY WORK HORSE 10 hrs a day. I still have a 288XP Light that I run to this day. I love my 390 395 and my 3120 but wouldn’t want to run those 10 hrs a day.

[@garengtutorial8923]

Saya sangat menyukai mesin husqvarna 394 bos. Cuma sayang susah nyari partsnya 👍👍👍

[@jasonmcmanus6169]

I love my 288xp I also love the 394xp they are both great saws!

[@tazman-kennyfuller]

Lovin it Buckin. That Ole 94 rips. Nice work on the 88 may have pulled a bit to much out of the bottom. Thank you for sharing. Love ya man🌲❤🌲✊🪓

[@danprice6270]

I’ve ran both saws I know on paper the 395 is better but the 281s 288s just put a bigger smile on my face that counts for something 😂

[@arborist460]

I have the older low top 288 and it melted the brake off on my Alaskan and kept on cuttin…leaned on er hard many hrs in the day and it’s never missed a beat…

[@retiredwelder]

It was definitely close. But I think the 88 would be a little faster with a pipe on it. As good as it sounded it still sounds like the muffler is holding it back some. Cool video either way. Now how about you get out Tinman’s homelite and ironhorse’s p38 and have a little race ❤️😎. That would be perfect because I don’t care who wins those are my two dream saws!!!! As always WORK SAFE 😎😎🇨🇦🇺🇸

[@brendanthebattlerstafford5145]

That’s was so enjoyable to watch. Thanks Buckin for your infectious love of power saws 🤘🏻

[@NickPixelTV]

Crushing the daily content. ❤️💪

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

doin my best, thx Nicko

[@pacificcoastpiper3949]

@@BuckinBillyRaySmith 1994?? THATS WHEN I WAS BUILT!!!

[@calebwillhelm2635]

He says I’m going to run a long bar Bc I run long bars. Because just from reving the power head he could tell that saw in fact was not going to run a long bar

[@kyledavidson1824]

No replacement for displacement that's the number one rule in engines.

[@snowysnobdds7842]

There is a replacement for displacement, it's called turbo psi.

[@putfilesnfriend1]

@@snowysnobdds7842 well shux.

[@rx323bug]

@@snowysnobdds7842 and RPM…or both

[@clarencetrice4442]

HI BUCKIN the last chainsaw she,s 🔥🥵 hot cuts 👍👍 good and pulls good let show some color let run OMG 2 18 2022

[@hotboxpizzatruck]

The wood shed!!! I use wood everyday for work and dream of having that much split and drying. I'm always behind!

[@theredcurrent]

I seent em

[@crazyfeller5704]

Put the bear claw muffler on that rattler and see how it does!

[@Grizzman99]

394 is just one of those saws. That 288 runs but a 394 is a whole nother class. I wouldnt expect a 288 to run with a 394. You can see clear gains though. I'd be a happy guy with that 288. The last split video is the tail of the tape. 394 just has it. 288 is no slouch though.

[@shaunomeara843]

394 took it!! sounds better in the cut and holds power better im running a 395xp and 3120xp always reaching for 395 better saw cuts consistently and a nicer easier saw to manage and cuts through trees all day love it, nice comparison good video cheers!!

[@northwestrockgem9745]

So I got to ask the 3 120 XP is it worth the money? Or should I just get a Ms881mag? I know just shoot myself that's what your thinking LOL but no seriously what's up with the BIGGEST Husqvarna saw in production? Like can you tell me about how big of bar it can cut with and milling how big of chain? 3/8" or 404 5/16?

[@JDanielsOffGrid]

I have a liking for 288s. Both sound and more important cutting big oaks. I have three running and two more in the works. I like the old saws. Nice comparison BBR.

[@rob066101]

They do make a low top cover for the 288. It is like the low top 394. They also make a low top version for the 372

[@HairlipButcher]

Hotsaws101 has built a couple nasty 394s. I think the 2 of u could build a saw that will peel some muffin caps back! Either way love the vs' s vids!

[@fabzacres-blackcat]

Hotsaws101 builds a strong saw no doubt. I should know , I own 2 of em - power and longevity are there , just a bit thirsty on the fuel consumption for my liking. Remember: the Fastest saw cuts the Most amount of wood using the Least amount of fuel ⛽️ ... outskis

[@HairlipButcher]

@@fabzacres-blackcat fuel isn't my worry, but being a logger I can see packin more gas in sucks. Hopefuly it drinks enough the gas cans easy to pack out lol.

[@TheyForcedMyHandLE]

Black saw is cool looking, until you set your saw down in the bush, went and did something, and now can't find it :D

[@coreysanchez4919]

Just bought my first saw because of you! husky 460 rancher 24". Thanks buckin!

[@korodski]

Happy cutting!!

[@jolkraeremeark6949]

Don't be afraid to use some PPE!

[@putfilesnfriend1]

@@jolkraeremeark6949 pee pee eh

[@jasonpinckney2178]

I have a ported 460 Rancher 24" and am looking at going with a bigger bar on it. Dream of the day when my firewood gets me enough to go a bit bigger. My goal is to have a few strong saws that can hold 30"+ bars in the big wood without bogging. Most the trees I deal with are 18-26" but still running across a few maples that I drop for folks that push 46"+ at the butt so a reliable strong engine with say a 32" bar would make my life so much easier. My firewood cutting and tree cutting still in the hobby phase for now though so gotta play it smart.

[@anthonyseidita919]

When Is Husqvarna going to sponsor you? Lol I’m surprised they haven’t reached out to buckin..

[@arborist460]

The time is near my friend…this man well deserves it

[@duikerlosmond4161]

Sponsorship muddys the water of true opinion wether its fact or not.

[@putfilesnfriend1]

@@duikerlosmond4161 yes. sponsorships are for wimps

[@littlejackalo5326]

@@putfilesnfriend1 it's very easy to set that when you're sitting back consuming his content for free. When you're trying to run a KZbin business, the money is good. It's worth losing the people who whine about it.

[@putfilesnfriend1]

@@littlejackalo5326 huh?

[@307j.o.a.t9]

Great video! The 288 is a great saw but when ya get in the big wood not much can hang with a good built 394/5. Love it!

[@charlesboston1]

is it just me or does the 288 sound constipated ? meaning a free flowing exhaust might work wonders

[@Brian-Outdoors]

That 394XP is awesome but I disagree on the looks. I think the low back saws look kind of ugly and saws like my 395XP with the high back look cooler and tougher. Not a fan of the 3120XP looks either for the same reason.

[@monkeymanyoung6153]

The old 394 took black boy to lunch. Period.

[@johnmorse5617]

I am with you Billy the old 394s are dear to my heart. I started out with them logging. The 394 had more guts . The pulling power is better than the other one. Love wins.

[@ghettotech9617]

my 288 dont have that high top has top cover simular to 266

[@briankinzer4175]

That orange 288 is a monster id love to have a saw that runs like that

[@stopthenwonow6673]

Man my craftsman I got at Lowe's the other day will whip those ,and my old poulan wood shark wood come close but she's getting tired.

[@Freakingstang]

That 394 sounds like it has a lot of work done to it. I have a low top 288xp with some mild port work and it runs good in hardwoods, but nothing like a worked over 390 or 394/395. The 390 is a 372’s bigger bruiser brother and with the right work runs better than the mythical 288xp or 395 without the extra weight. So what’s all done to the 394? It sounds too Barky for a muffler mod and some polishing.

[@randystrand908]

LOVE mine, too!!!

[@JustHelpMeOuT5466]

I have a question, with your experience and all the saws you ran. You would go to a store today and had only ONE saw to buy, which one would it be and what bar size ??? :)

[@rugerfarming5387]

the 394 all day long any day of the week or the month and the year.

[@NothingButChainsaws]

I've owned both saws, I like the 288xp but love the 394xp!

[@chrisbeekley1887]

Michael Shetley is his name. He ported my 371 and she runs good.

[@turbot5672]

394 all day she a ripper she cuts huh

[@darrellashby8802]

394 is definitely stronger, 288 is ok but nothing like the 298xp

[@DaveyBlue32]

I just love the 70’s-80’s “It’ll take your lunch money expression!!!!”😂😂😂. It’s really funny how all saw guys have the same twisted sense of humor!!! 👍😂

[@lukep6017]

excellent video, 394xp is still a beast. what a saw after all those years. amazing build quality.

[@aleccarnes9290]

Hey bucking how are you doing I hope your doing good I have a good jonsered collection going I have jonsered 111s it's 110ccs and jonsered 80 and 801 and jonsered 70e and jonsered 621 and jonsered 361 and jonsered 49sp and jonsered 52e and a jonsered 52 and jonsered 601 I hope your doing well bucking billy ray I love that 920 you have thare very clean talk to you soon ps.s from alec to bucking bully ray be kind my friends remember that

[@ryanvanarsdale8749]

That 394 spanks That 288

[@leonardvirtue5753]

For my big big😲😲 wood my go saw is a 395xp.😆 💪💪💪 only for the log.if you haven't got big arms like me what! !!!!😲😲😲😂😂😂 😆.💪 don't pick it up. Hehe.👍 . I've got 4 chainsawing for all wood jobs little big bigger biggest 😆😉. And some old school saw .some days fun saw day get them out👌👍👍💓

[@TreeSawyer]

I’ve trained a lot of guys over the years Buckin’. MOST guys don’t learn as quick as your son. From green to dream tree damn quick. Nicely done.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

proud jonny

[@christopherlabarge6364]

hi was just wondering why you pull up on the pull cord as your shutting it off?

[@putfilesnfriend1]

easier on the starter assembly.

[@phillipparker8947]

Good morning Buckin,that there 94 is a mean saw,those other two should hand over that lunch money, LOL , good day my friend, shine on with kindness

[@DoitWithAlana]

Close, but no cigar. Best sounding saw. 394 all day.

[@vtrombly]

In all fairness IMHO there is speed and practicality. To be honest 288s are not a speed demon by any means but that's not really where they shine. Really really big wood is where this saw does the most damage. The seventh mount is designed to help with extremely long bars, 7 pin rim in huge wood this torque monster really out lasts where other saws bog. Sometimes slow and steady wins the race. I have been personally up against extremely large cottonwood, oak and others, while not in a battle of the axes for say this was in a work setting and we were trying to get the job done. And this saw lumbered on where others were sticking and bogging. Sometimes in my opinion at least, time is secondary to the work to be preformed when I need it. Do I lug around my 288 for limbing and bucking normally no. But I do put it in the truck when I know there is some ridiculous tree that needs to be bucked up yeah. But what this really is is a conversation. As long as everyone can be happy with the gift of being able to make their own beliefs on what they like or don't like. I happen to be partial to a 288 but like you I have a buddy that his grandfather used one in the Canadian military and was his go to saw for years after. He was a good man, a World War 2 Vet, and demands our respect and this is how I choose to honor him and remember him by. Sometimes sentimental feelings about a saw outweigh the performance vs another. At the end of the day they are all worldly possessions that honestly I would give up all my saws regardless to make my Wife's health better. Family comes first. Merry Christmas Happy New Year.

[@MotoLife541]

At the end of the day the old saying rings true. Port work or not, there's no replacment for displacement. Both saws sound great and props to the builders. I would take 394 all day but would be happy with either, honestly. Thanks for the great vids buckin 🤙

[@larrywarner9314]

Now I like watching your old videos buckin but if your 394 was new and fresh like that 288 is the 394 would smoke that 288

[@jameshunt995]

I love the sound of the engines purring absolutely beautiful ❤️

[@glendajune9140]

Loved watching the competition of the saws. Always entertaining Buckin, I liked the first one you used. Looking forward to the next video.💯❤️👍🏾😀🙋🏽‍♀️✝️🙏🏾🇺🇸

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

thx Glenda

[@shawnstevens858]

What do think about the 281

[@digdougedy]

I know very little about chain saws, but what I have learned today is that to achieve true happiness in life, you really do need a 394!

[@richardjennex6583]

First to an amazing show good afternoon everyone

[@michaelmarsh2445]

The 394 got it

[@drkwlsk]

Got my old Poulan Wild Thing running yesterday, couldn't have done it without you sharing your knowledge. And Steve's Saloon, lol. Thank you!

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

rite on

[@clarencetrice4442]

that blue chainsaw she's hot and cuts fast pulling air and gas just right that orange chainsaw right there with it 11 26 2021

[@beaud3035]

Hahaha!! Dude when u started peeling out with your feet to the rev of the saw totally brought me back to my childhood! I laughed so damn hard!! Luv u Brother! And.. My wife and i had a disagreement kinda bickering and doesnt happen often after 18 years so it was uncomrtable, whrn you say lets be nice it hits the heart! So, i went in the kitchen and hugged her so tight and told her i was so sorry and she smiled so big and said she was sorry too and we went right back to the love birds weve always been. Billy your an Amazing person and a Stand up Man. Thank you for spreading Kindness my Friend. We luv u Brother. Watchn Outta Sand Springs Oklahoma! P.s. I always try and let people over in front of me in traffic

[@arborist460]

Also have the same 394 ported by rich 7 or 8yrs maybe and even after buyin the big 880 that saw will hurt some feelins…not sure the cc’s after porting guessin round 100 vs the stihls 122cc…them ol huskys just dig is my best representation of there power

[@FredsPenner]

I have run both a 394 and 288 walkerized and the 288 is still my favourite

[@mapleridgeoutdoors4136]

The 394 gave the 288 it’s lunch money, because it felt bad for the lil fellah! Can’t beat a 394 or a 395. Love my 395, they’re monsters. They Pull hard when you need it in the big wood! Thanks for another great vid buckin!

[@larrywarner9314]

The 288 and the 394 share the same crankshaft same stroke, so the only real difference is the cylinder design

[@stevenblake6939]

I know buck in is being modest!!!the 394 is the clear winner!

[@DAVESLINGER]

you and that saw have history it is always going to perform well for you because you love it and it loves you, this is how it should be.

[@lawrencetrapani5623]

Heh! HEh!! A few seconds may make a difference in competition. Yet, wouldn't you think a well tuned reliable and sharp reliable saw that works daily would be the most important.

[@gmanbeavis]

Pretty darn close!!! 288 w/o upgrades would've been badly beaten.

[@CadillacZachOffical]

Love ya Billy, awesome video as always.... I'm really surprised I didn't see any McCulloch's out today 😜 that's okay that 394 is pretty sweet 😎👌

[@meesters52]

I didn’t think a blacked out Husqvarna could look good…I stand corrected! Awesome video Buckin, I LOVE my 394!

[@chrisallen3741]

I finally got to see a video as it was being made…..I’d like to get a 372 or 362 i cant remember…ive got a 545 and its small…but it is a small bar ..a long bar is a little scary for me…

[@joshbarnes151]

I really like the new intros!! 😁

[@KimWilson-LoveWins]

Good job Richard!! Good morning Buckin Army!!

[@richardjennex6583]

Hope your having a great day

[@KimWilson-LoveWins]

@@richardjennex6583 It is a great day actually! Long term goals have been realized... woot!

[@no.step.on.snek.2423]

If you look really closely.. when buckin is readying the saws on his tailgate, those trees in the background have beads of sweat popping out on them. Each of them doing their absolute best, to appear smaller than they really are,and hoping to the tree gods he dont want to build something where they stand

[@rickyshultz2051]

I always preferred the way a 288 felt and bulk wise they are smaller than a 394 ! We did run 394’s on huge hard maple and red oak !

[@leonardvirtue5753]

395xp.😆 I've got man! !!!😲😲😲 lots of talk!!!! Got it new 4 years ago mate!!!!!😲😲 strong! !!!Ezyyyyyyyy! !!!.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

indeed

[@KevinSmithAviation]

Great video Buckin. I haven't gotten to watch near as often, because I switched jobs. I am out working with my hands and sweating all day now, where as before I had alot of idle time as a driver in construction. I love your content as always. Like you said, it feels great to get out and do physical work, and have lost a bunch of weight by doing so. Keep bringing that positivity and love. 🤘🌳🪓

[@losttheplot26]

I've just had a 62cc gasoline china saw with five litres of chain oil a spare chain and a petrol can for £60. Saves messing up my posh brand saws.

[@tomtheplummer7322]

All those saws can eat👍🏻

[@matthewfordham1781]

Great video. My big saw is a 281xp 32”bar it was my fathers and I plan to keep it forever. It always cranks and is ready to work.

[@larrywarner9314]

Buckin I think you 394 has more pull than Matt's 288 but they are close .

[@davidnowlin3512]

Great video! I haven't seen good old Buckin Billy in a while and it just crossed my mind to check and see what he's up to. Glad I did!

[@fearghalmorrissey2601]

👍 94

[@ludvigrognli9439]

One thing I react to, is what we call HMS here in Norway. I translate it as this, Helth, Enviroment and Security. I think it is important to use klothes and shoes , helmet end ear protektion. It is a cheap investment fore helth. If I as a farmer sendt a worker in the wood without personal protection as mentioned, I would be in serious trouble .

[@fearghalmorrissey2601]

👍 94

[@edwardkenny2356]

Old faithful...👏👏👏👏

[@mattyfresh9698]

Dude that 288 rips!

[@mattyfresh9698]

But the 94 ripped it a new one! Took all the lunch money lol

[@Joe2328]

Plenty of lunches for that 394 to enjoy still!

[@cyrusmarsh2767]

mate the stance is somewhat ‘over the top’ . I’ve noticed this quite a bit on yer vids and it spoils the fun. no need to dramatise... just stay relaxed.. it’s more impressive to an audience.