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Put it to use the same day it arrived and loving it. I am 51, and only 5'2 and starting to feel my age, but I was able to do a lot more with this tool than I have ever been able to do before.
Mr. Man was skeptical, touting his sawzall, but I got him to try it for a minute as we tackled a huge fallen branch in the yard that had sat there since last season and it was a challenge to get it back again! It actually made the chore almost FUN because it was so quick and easy to cut through stuff that would have otherwise needed awkward two handed loppers. This little saw was easy light enough for me to use one-handed, in various angles and the safety button is easy to use in the grip without making it uncomfortable. Plus, it handled the thicker branches that normally would have required hand sawing like they were nothing - chews right through them quick as you please, and even tackled some larger than 4" diameter by spinning it around.
For the price, it almost is worth it even if it quits working after today! We accomplished a LOT in a single afternoon, and didn't even have a full battery charge to start with. I got the package with 2 batteries and 2 extra chains, in the 4" size. I figured the torque would be more beneficial than the extra 2" on the blade given what size stuff we had to handle, and it performed admirably. It was very maneuverable and there really wasn't much that would have required the extra length anyway, so I am pleased with my decision.
The sawzall sat on the ground the whole time, too. I really like the mini-chainsaw quite a lot, as it didn't intimidate me the way the larger ones do, and the thing is pretty quiet. I never felt like it was out of my control either. If the thing has ANY kind of durability, it will be one of the best purchases I have made in a while. I got it in pink, too, hoping that might deter Mr. Man from running off with it, but he is now of the mind that pink or not, it was doing the thing!
Totally great gadget! I now have a nice stash of firewood that I was able to gather myself without needing to wait for the fella to help with his power tools or brawn. The hardest part was getting some of the larger logs out where I could get at them with the saw, but it was actually easier to access them just by cutting through anything that was in my way. Really pleased with this purchase!
| Brand | Saker |
|---|---|
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Horsepower | 550 Watts |
| Item Weight | 1.1 Kilograms |
| Product Dimensions | 4.7"L x 13.8"W x 7.4"H |
| Chain Length | 4 Inches |
| Chain Speed | 6m/s |
| Manufacturer | Saker |
| Part Number | SK1804DBX01-U |
| Item Weight | 2.42 pounds |
| Item model number | SK1804DBX01-U |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Color | Blue |
| Style | MINI CHAINSAW + 1 BATTERY |
| Material | PA6-GF30 |
| Pattern | Rechargeable electric mini chainsaw |
| Voltage | 20 Volts |
| Wattage | 550 watts |
| Handle/Lever Placement | Push Button |
| Batteries Included? | Yes |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
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