Just beware the kick back if the bottom tip touches something when you go into a cut. Always keep a firm grip and expect it to be coming back at you. In 10 years, the 372XP has come back a bit hard a few times, especially when cutting logs on a pile of logs. If you find yourself anything but 100% focused, time for a break.
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Indeed! My bad. The bottom part of the tip cuts limbs fine! Kick back is usually small, but every now and then I have felt one that makes me wonder if a smaller guy would have been OK.
Badger
Burning Hunk
Back in the day my Dads work buddy had a nasty kick back one weekend. Took half his nose away before he got it under control. I would like a bigger saw but am wary, even with the PPE... And my CFO has put a spending freeze on.
I'm not going to lie I'm usually nervous when cutting, which I consider to be a good thing. Keeps me focused. I'm 5'10" 235lbs so the bigger saw (just slightly bigger than my last one- 290 farm boss) isn't a huge jump but there IS a noticeable difference. So far, I have been able to handle it. I don't usually cut for more than 2 hrs or so and by that time I'm ready to be done, time to either haul my score to the splitter area or pack it up for the day. I know my limits and thats important. The construction company I work for has a motto, Home Safe Tonight. Safety is a culture that is very important to them and us as employees. Zero injuries is their goal. Mine also. That said, accidents can and do still happen. Not being complacent is key
Firewood Bandit
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Earlier "a firm grip" was mentioned. That is partially true, so if I could correct.
The grip should be with both thumbs wrapped around the handle rather than "monkey pawing" which is having your thumb on top of the bar. The latter grips is much weaker and the saw can come lose. Finally I like to say, hang on to it like you mean it at all times.
The grip should be with both thumbs wrapped around the handle rather than "monkey pawing" which is having your thumb on top of the bar. The latter grips is much weaker and the saw can come lose. Finally I like to say, hang on to it like you mean it at all times.
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