Originally Posted By: chaosmagnet

I've never had an event here where I would have chosen a chainsaw over my two saber saws (one corded, one cordless, and I maintain the batteries for my cordless tools religiously).


I thought I was the only one who has gotten to the end of the line for 2-cycle motors!


I do actually NEED a chainsaw from time to time here, but I went cordless 2 years ago - and it's great. Even the fire company now uses a cordless chainsaw on calls (Milwaukee brand). Our auto extrication tools ("jaws of life") are even cordless now and kick butt on the old setup.

For me, in addition to the cordless chainsaw, for many jobs, I often use a cordless recip saw with a huge pruning blade - it is GREAT. I always have a few sharp blades on hand, I don't care if I hit a rock or something, and it's super-fast.

Best thing about my switch to battery-powered outdoor power stuff is that EVERYTHING STARTS THE FIRST TIME, EVERY TIME. No ethanol rot. No sparkplugs. No fuel spills. No drama.

Next year, I hope to replace my lawn mower with something battery-powered.