Just changed my mind about top-handle saws after a rough week

I was always a rear-handle guy. Thought top-handles were just for climbers who wanted to look cool or speed up limbing. But last Tuesday I had to prune this big old red oak in a tight backyard near Portland. The branches were all tangled up and I kept fighting the saw angle. My buddy let me try his Husqvarna T540i for a couple cuts. Man what a difference. Being able to hook the saw on my saddle and reach over the canopy just made it smoother. I finished the job in about 3 hours instead of the usual 5. Climbing with it is way less awkward too. Now I am thinking about trading up. Has anyone else switched styles and regretted it?

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parker_foster534mo ago

The T540i is a good saw but you might want to check if your local dealer has a decent repair shop first. Battery saws are nice until the charger dies or the battery stops holding a charge. Just something to think about before you drop the cash.

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butler.shane4mo ago

Isn't that true for any tool with electronics though?

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