Summary:
nice saw, very happy with the purchase

Strengths:
light weight/great power easy to start

Weaknesses:
none

Summary:
A great value.

Strengths:
Starts easy, Good weight to horsepower ratio. Tough, a very good limbing & trim saw.

Weaknesses:
none

Summary:
good value for money

Strengths:
light weight/great power easy to start and good

Weaknesses:
none

Summary:
Darn good saw, I've got a 20" bar on mine and have been cutting up some 80 year old maple trees. Sometimes I feel like I am going to overwork the saw but never do.

Strengths:
Easy to start, lightweight, reliable

Weaknesses:
none

Summary:
This saw would be perfect for the farmer with an acerage with poplar and small willow and spruce/ pine under 25cm dia. Any thing larger or using this saw on a production fall would be useless. Great to clear underbrush.

Strengths:
Very light weight, good second saw, great on small diameter trees (under 8 inches) great for pre cleaning felled areas (access and egress trails). Great fuel economy, extremely durable. So -so limbing saw

Weaknesses:
no power on any major falling cuts, useless to buck large diameter trees. lower engine mounts (anti-vibe) fall out very easily. Quick non-tool fuel and oil caps are useless, husky has it there.

Summary:
Saw has look and feel of quality, but some features need improvement.

Strengths:
Good starting saw Light and easy to handle Decent power Bar very durable

Weaknesses:
Bar oil reservoir cap annoying to reinstall Motor mounts/anti-vibration system needs to be more durable Some times difficult to get good carburetor adjustment Bear claw/tree spike/feller dawg almost useless on large trees

Summary:
Overall nice saw, but for the money, you shouldn't have to turn wrenches after less than three years.

Strengths:
Quick Starter. Reliable

Weaknesses:
Got the pro model for the anti-vibration. Paid the extra money, but it ended up being the weak point. Had a bolt bust off with saw less than three years old.

Summary:
I'LL NEVER BUY ANYTHING BUT A STIHL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! POULAN SUCKS HUSKY SUCKS JONSERED SUCKS ECHO SUCKS CRAFTSMAN SUCKS AND ANY OTHER BRAND I MISSED SUCKS TOO!!!!!!!

Strengths:
GREAT SAW

Weaknesses:
NONE

Summary:
great saw with 16" bar, try to get the rsc chain and es bar and get the model without the decomp if you can find

Strengths:
light, fast, powerful, low vib, Reliable

Weaknesses:
don't like the decomp valve on a small saw (something else to break), the rsc chain and es bar should be standard instead of the e bar with anti kb chain,

Summary:
Over priced and not much power

Strengths:
Light, built well

Weaknesses:
No power, hard to start, cost to much

Summary:
18" bar with a good chain and i love this saw. Switched over from a Husq 51 and if you liked the 51 you'll LOVE this saw. I've had plenty of power felling trees.

Strengths:
Reliable, excellent working saw. Low vibration, good weight, good power.

Weaknesses:
Oil/Gas filler caps are a pain sometimes, pay attention when putting it on or you'll have gas/oil all over your chaps.

Summary:
18" bar on it and I LOVE this saw. If you're using a saw frequently throughout the week than this is the saw. Yeah the gas/oil caps are a pain but once you got them figured out you're fine.

Strengths:
Reliable, tough, goodweight and Low vibration. Plenty of power dropping trees.

Weaknesses:
Oil and Gas filler caps are sometimes a pain to get on. Have come off a few times on me when they're not on correctly. A bit pricey for the everyday homeowner but I would sacrafice a thing on this saw to make it cheaper.

Summary:
You'll fall in love with this saw, be sure (like above) to get an 18" bar with a good chain, none of that low-kickback stuff either. The saw runs great and is built well for everyday use, and well I use it pratically everyday. Pay attention to the oil and gas caps and you'll be fine.

Strengths:
Reliable, tough, low vibration, and plenty of power. Easy to control and start.

Weaknesses:
Once I got the oil and gas caps down pat everything was fine. The price is a bit steep for a home owner but I'd hate to see Stihl make ANY changes to this saw to make it cheaper. It's worth every penny.

Summary:
Bought a MS361 and it is a whole another world of performance! Tons of torque from low to high rpms. Also buying a MS460 for larger trees, spend the xtra money and get at least the MS361.

Strengths:
lighweight, easy starting,tough.

Weaknesses:
NO low end torque!, this thing must be wide open to really be effective.

Summary:
This saw should last along time.

Strengths:
Great saw. Light weight, low vibration, good power. Works like a dream for cutting firewood and large soft poplar. Saw has a quality feel to it. Chain tensioning, air filter, and sparkplug access are all simple and quick.

Weaknesses:
A little week to run a full 3/8" chain, allthough a 3/8" Skiptooth works well.

Summary:
GOOD SAW, GREAT FOR LIMBING AND CUTTING WOOD UNDER 20 INCHES

Strengths:
NICE AND LIGHT, GOOD POWER FOR THE SIZE.

Weaknesses:
MY HUSKY FRIENDS ALWAYS NEED MY HELP TO CUT WOOD

Summary:
Best pound for pound saw I ever owened

Strengths:
Great Power to weight ratio, easy to start with or without decompression valve,easy to clean air filter.

Weaknesses:
NONE AT ALL!

Summary:
Very good saw

Strengths:
Lightweight

Weaknesses:
None

Summary:
Excellent choice for an entry-level saw in the 50cc power category, I run a 32:1 mix instead of 50:1

Strengths:
Durable/dependable saw, excellent value and quality, fairly light weight, adjustable oiler, sips fuel, easy starts, more than enough power for what I do most of the time, does any thing I ask it to around the home/property and then some. This little thing eats wood. If you are condsidering a cheaper saw from one of the Home Improvement stores I advise you to choose wisely, this saw is worth the few extra $$$ WORTH EVERY PENNY!!!

Weaknesses:
None yet. Tooless caps I like but take some getting used to, need to make sure they are seated right or you will have bar oil/fuel spills.

Summary:
i should have gotten a Husky!

Strengths:
great little saw when it runs

Weaknesses:
i spemd more time working on the POS carb then running the thing. Needle valve always sticks. need to tear the carb apart every third outing. I've lost more value in time than I spent on this saw, which was pricey for what it is.

Summary:
great love how light it is and enough power i own stihls and husky this size stihl i love i have bigger huskys 385xp but this saw get so much use 7 hours 6 days a week at least

Strengths:
i climg with this saw with a 18 on it i love it for what it is its great better the the 350 i had

Weaknesses:
well i had a gas leak and a warn spark plug wire so started on fire besides my own fucking fault no weaknes

Summary:
I just purchased a Stihl 260 after owning a Stihl 034 for 25 years. The 034 was an exceptional saw for me and cut 12 cords of wood a year for me. I made the mistake of loaning to a neighbor and he forgot or did not mix oil with the gas and burnt it out. With apprehension I did not know whether the new 260 would fill the void. I was pleasantly surprised after using for 4 1/2 hours on some pretty big trees. It cut through ash trees like butter.

Strengths:
Has a lot of cutting power for a smaller saw. Cleans easily and seems to run a long time on one gas and oil fill. It has been a good replacement for my 25 year old 034.

Weaknesses:
I liked the gas and oil caps on the 034 better than the present ones on the 260 Pro. It takes awhile to get used to them but they are ok now.

Summary:
Excellent replacement saw for my old 026.

Strengths:
Light weight, plenty of power

Weaknesses:
Filler caps need to be properly place or big messes

Summary:
GREAT SAW ,BEST OF THE BEST ,I LOVE STIHL

Strengths:
LOW VIBE ,POWERFUL ,LIGHTWEIGHT

Weaknesses:
NONE

Summary:
It a good saw and it is light which is why I bought one in the first place and the fact that there is a real brick & mortar store with parts and a mechanic. Not tons of power but enough for what I do. I like the $300 one much better than the $550+ one from the dealer, seems like a much more fair price. These are my first Stihl's and they still seem a little "weird" but am getting used to it. Good saw don't think you will be disapointed in anything but the price.

Strengths:
LIGHT, starts easily and runs great. For the weight it cuts pretty good and has decent power for it's size. I just bought another new one on eBay for $300.00 no bar and chain!

Weaknesses:
Cost's WAY TOO MUCH! I hate the cheap bar and chain it comes with. Oil cap has came loose once and ruined my shoes! I won't do that again.

Summary:
Take care of the saw and it will take care of you.

Strengths:
Stihl is pure quality, thats it. Cant buy any better, look around. Husky sold out to the big box stores, sad, very sad. No dealer network with big box stores and no customer support.

Weaknesses:
None

Summary:
For the buck its the best saw on the market. Second to none!

Strengths:
Great quality! Very well built. This thing is bullet proof. You can run it wide open all day and no problems. Very lightweight and plenty of power for most trees. Whacked up a 30 inch diameter Hickory tree with no problems.

Weaknesses:
None!

Summary:
I bought this thinking it would actually run without a problem, but it has run for about 10 hours with numerous repairs in between. I just had it tuned up last fall and now I took it to be repaired since it only works sporadically. The repair bill is $378. I was told the gas mix was bad and they are finicky that way. Problem is, there was no gas in it since I always drain it and use only Stihl oil and fresh gas. This thing is the biggest and most expensive POS in my yard arsenal. My 20 yr old Poulan chainsaw at least starts and cuts stuff up. This is a prima donna chainsaw.

Strengths:
Color coordinated.

Weaknesses:
Does not run.

Summary:
the best

Strengths:
lightweight ,great saw

Weaknesses:
none

Summary:
Reliable . Expensive .

Strengths:
Very good saw . Light and strong . Good for felling smaller diameter trees . Can work 8 hours a day with no problem . It is my first saw and I have it for 6 years .

Weaknesses:
I did not find any , but to fell big trees you need bigger saw .

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Summary:
not bad for smaller lighter work

Strengths:
light weight nice balance starts really well air filter positioned better than older stihls (stays cleaner longer)

Weaknesses:
GET THOSE OIL FILLER CAPS ON RIGHT OR YOUR IN FOR A MESS! seems to throw the chain off if you don't watch the tension more so than my 032 low on torque especially when falling larger trees here again compared to my 032 it feels to me the off switch is backwards i'd rather flip it down than up

Summary:
not bad for smaller lighter work

Strengths:
light weight nice balance starts really well air filter positioned better than older stihls (stays cleaner longer)

Weaknesses:
GET THOSE OIL FILLER CAPS ON RIGHT OR YOUR IN FOR A MESS! seems to throw the chain off if you don't watch the tension more so than my 032 low on torque especially when falling larger trees here again compared to my 032 it feels to me the off switch is backwards i'd rather flip it down than up

Summary:
Im Happy with it. I carve mostly hardwoods, and this is the ticket. I carve alot of Myrtlewood, which is hard on tools. This saw performs better than any small saws I've used.

Strengths:
Light, killer power for a saw this small. Easy to start. excellent construction. I'm a carver. I bought it for my detail saw, and it makes my carvin bar scream. I tested its power with a 20 inch standard bar and chain. It handled Myrtlewood, full deep cuts. Big saw is alot faster.

Weaknesses:
None so far, its a small saw, its expensive, but I got tired of burning up 300 dollar saws. This ones gonna last.

Summary:
My Stihl MS 210C is a bit light on power and was running a bit hot during long pulls plus taking a long time to get the work done; I rented an MS 362, which was definitely too much saw. So the 260 is perfect for what for my purposes, which is felling and bucking up to 20" caliper (mostly maple) to clear land and provide firewood.

Strengths:
Plenty of power for its size/weight - well-matched to the 16" bar & standard chain. Nice balance - handles well. Starts every time with a couple of pulls. Bar/chain easy to remove - sprocket area is easy to clean. Chain tensioner very accurate & easy to set. Vibration control works well - the saw has a smooth feel when cutting @ full throttle. Top housing easy to remove to clean the cylinder head/fins. With so many of saws in service, parts are readily available. Overall clean, functional, commercial-grade design.

Weaknesses:
Air filter is a bit fussy to remove & clean. Kicks back when starting w/out decompression valve, but that's what it's there for. Still in break-in period with dealer-set rich mixture, so it doesn't like to sit at idle very long and uses more fuel accordingly. All nitpicking stuff; it's hard to find fault with this saw.

Summary:
I geuss I believe that Stihl makes a quality tool despite my experience and I'm looking at a MS361 for some limited milling with a Beam Machine from Bailey's. Also, I have a job to take down a 50" white pine that will pay for some of a new saw.

Strengths:
This is a very versatile saw with adequate power to do a lot of cutting. I had the 026 for ten years and have had the MS260 for three years. I have used these saws professionally clearing land for building, roadways, trails and activity areas at a summer camp. I can climb with this saw and easily fell anything up to 30". If you're cutting firewood I can see wanting more power for repetitive cuts with no down time. But if you're in the woods for 8 hours felling and limbing you don't want a heavier saw unless you're really big and built, or unless you're just cutting hardwood. This saw gets most jobs done fast enough. I can see the attraction of big saws - but it's more tool porn than practical...IMHO

Weaknesses:
As much as I love this saw, my second one (MS260) crapped out after 400 hours of run time, less than three years. Got no help from the dealer or Stihl because I'm a professional user. The cylinder was scored and the repair was $350. Not happy about that, but maybe I just got a lemon. "Bad gas" the dealer said. Ya, maybe. It's been perfect since the rebuild. And yes the gas cap and oil cap suck. I liked the old screw on - c'mon Stihl fix this crappy design no one likes

Summary:
Took my 260 back to the dealer for a quick tuneup after the initial 40 hour break-in period. The tech set the high speed adjustment at 14,100 rpm. Pulls the standard .325" chain/16" bar combination with real authority now. Couldn't be happier with this saw.

Strengths:
Easy to maintain; reliable; good power for the weight; smooth handling.

Weaknesses:
None significant

Summary:
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When I was looking to buy a saw, I found out that the factory-certified repair tech at the local Stihl dealer owns an MS 260; I figured he must know something. Felled and bucked a large oak with my MS 260 last week. The diameter at the stump was 28" (long axis) X 26" (short axis). Saw didn't bog down and kept high revs through the cuts. Trees I'm generally dealing with are more the size you'd expect to be using a 50cc saw for, but it's nice to know it can handle bigger on occasion.

Strengths:
Light weight, reliable starting, good power and handling, easy to take apart and maintain, and great dealer support.

Weaknesses:
Can't complain about this saw.

Summary:
I personally will recommed it. It's nice a chainsaw. It's true that the price is pretty high. Repairing it, is very expensive too.

Strengths:
Pretty good strength. I like it, especially when it was new.

Weaknesses:
Now that it's about three years old. I'm getting annoyed with it though. The caps for filling up gas and oil have been giving me a lot of headaches in times when I just want to get to work. Lately I went to cut a couple of trees and in the last one, it just started to leak oil like crazy, and the power drained, so that if I couldn't cut the tree. The problem? I don't know, I need to continue learning.

Summary:
a light and powerful saw

Strengths:
very good power for a small saw

Weaknesses:
oil and gas caps are not very good

Summary:
Excellent

Strengths:
Great weight for evertday trimming and cutting of trees up to 12". Easy to handle and adjust for various cutting angles. Comfortable saw

Weaknesses:
None (except for those fill caps) People speak of low power, but it has plenty for its intended use.... and then some. As with other people I have, a larger saw, and bought this for its power and weight ratio which is perfect for most everything.

Summary:
Smooth, versatile, easy-handling, & dependable 50cc saw. Standard 16" bar & .325 pitch chain is the sweet spot. The longer I own it, the more reasons I find to like it.

Strengths:
Easy to handle & plenty of power with 16" bar; just make sure it's tuned to 14,000 rpm after break-in so it puts out everything it's got. Starts easily, whether it's 86º or 26º F. Quick throttle response. Easy to clean & maintain.

Weaknesses:
Air filter is a bit kludgy to change & clean. Looks like an older design that was modified with the addition of a choke lever. In operation, it works fine, though.

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