Chainsaws: Owner Review

The Husqvarna 141 Chainsaw

We moved house recently and the new place had a tree that happened to be in the wrong place, and i didn't have a chainsaw. After a bit of research i went for a Husqvarna and the 141 as i wasn't going to be a frequent user.

I knew that Husqvarna make good quality chainsaws, and I liked the fact that this model came with a 16" bar. After bringing it home, I had a good read through the owner's manual as I hadn't used a chainsaw before.

It gave good information related to operating the saw safely, as well as how to go about felling tree and then limbing and bucking the logs. I mixed the fuel/oil per the owner's manual and added petrol. It started easily, no problem. The tree was down and cut up within an hour and a half.

This saw sliced through with no hesitation or problems. I especially liked how the chainsaw uses fuel and bar oil at the same rate, so when fueling the saw you also need to refill the bar oil.

I have subsequently used this saw to fell and cut up many trees on my father's property, as well as helped a friend cut down a decent sized walnut tree. It has started and run strong through even the tough walnut wood.

This saw is lightweight and powerful (10.1 lbs and 2.6hp). It has an automatic chain oiler, a safety chain brake, and a good vibration dampening system. It's probably the best saw for the money especially for the more casual user.