Timng on the new saw

[mywaynow]

Made my mind up a month ago that the 346xp was my next saw. I have a couple of big Red Oaks to buck and have been waiting for a thaw of sorts to expose the tree for safer bucking. Now that thaw is on the horizon, likely this week, the saw is no where to be found. A nationwide need for saws post-storms has consumed most pro-level saws, and this model for sure. I had 2 or 3 that were all selling at 469 at my door, and all are looking at mid-March deliveries. I may have to pony up the 80 dollar difference and buy off the shelf of a local, if they have them? I would rather deal local anyhow, but 80 bucks is 80 bucks.

 

[mrfjsf]

So your local dealer is charging $550. Is that before or after taxes? If that is before taxes, there is some serious price gouging going on. Average price on that saw with a 18" bar is between $475-$500. If your dealer is charging over msrp, id stay away...

 

[Dingeryote]

About 500 out the door with a 18" bar around here, and no shortage.

Cast your net wider on the local dealers. Yours apparently don't have any competition.

Good luck to ya!!