Dolmar PS-6100 and Makita EA6100PRGG-any difference in these saws?

[Blueox4]

I need a new saw primarily for firewood use, bucking, noodling and some felling. I’ve narrowed down to these saws and the Makita is a little more expensive. Wondering if there’s any difference in these other than the color?

Thanks!

 

[JimBear]

(broken link removed to http://www.dolmarpowerproducts.com/productcatalog/chain_sawsasoline/ps-6100/index.html)

https://www.makitatools.com/products/details/EA6100PRGG

I know there are some Dolmar users on here but if you have additional questions.
There is a Dolmar-Makita specific thread on the OPE website, click on chainsaws then on brand specific

 

[DodgyNomad]

I think they're the same. All Dolmar with Makita stickers. I have several of the Dolkita's. Good saws.

 

[Jan Pijpelink]

I think they're the same. All Dolmar with Makita stickers. I have several of the Dolkita's. Good saws.

Indeed, they are the same. Makita acquired Dolmar a few years back. Makita saws are made by Dolmar.

 

[Blueox4]

Thank you! I’ll probably get the Dolmar branded model.

 

[Medic21]

I have a couple dolmars. They r the same saw and now they are sold in the Dolmar paint labels makita. If it a actual Dolmar branded saw it’s a over a year old see what kind of deal you can get.

 

[Jan Pijpelink]

Bought a Dolmar a few years ago. Love it! Professional grade. Got it directly from Dolmar at their web shop.

 

[DodgyNomad]

Lot of saw for the money. They fit me and feel better than any other brand of saw, at least in my hands, good ergonomics. I put them in a class with the other pro saws. Can't lie, they aren't quite a Stihl pro saw in build quality, but darn close. I've had several of them over the years, and still own 3 of them that wear the blue and grey plastic instead of the red. I prefer the red. I can't seem to kill them, and some of them have been through a lot.

 

[ken morgan]

Lot of saw for the money. They fit me and feel better than any other brand of saw, at least in my hands, good ergonomics. I put them in a class with the other pro saws. Can't lie, they aren't quite a Stihl pro saw in build quality, but darn close. I've had several of them over the years, and still own 3 of them that wear the blue and grey plastic instead of the red. I prefer the red. I can't seem to kill them, and some of them have been through a lot.

well if its only stihl level quality that's not saying much now when you hit XP level of quality and power give me a yell

 

[Blueox4]

I ended up getting the Dolmar PS-6100 and it’s on the way to me.
One question I have is I was looking at one of the Stihl 2 in 1 sharpeners to go with this saw and wanted to ask if as long as I get the one for 3/8 pitch chain I should be good?

Thanks!

 

[JimBear]

You will be very happy with that Dolmar, if I didn’t already have 5 Stihl’s I would buy one of those. I may unload 2-3 Stihls and get a Dolmar. You will be fine with that sharpener. I have a 3/8 picco, 3/8 & .325. I am very happy with them. If you get your cutter top plate angle off you may have get them machine sharpened to correct your angle but several people here use them & are very happy with them.

 

[johneh]

One question I have is I was looking at one of the Stihl 2 in 1 sharpeners to go with this saw and wanted to ask if as long as I get the one for 3/8 pitch chain I should be good

Get the right pitch and it will work OK
I have one and it works really works
It is fast and I find it better than any
chain I have had Pro. Sharpened

 

[DodgyNomad]

Nice saw. Should be fine on the sharpener, just match it to the specs on your chain. I used one on my Dolmar chains, worked great. 2 in 1 sharpener is my favorite sharpener. Just tighten your chains a bit snug before sharpening, clamp your bar and pay attention to your angles. You'll be able to feel the files working. Usually 3-5 strokes per tooth is all you'll need in my experience on a moderately dull chain.