Barnel Pole Saw

Done it · 10th April 2008, 06:31 AM

Anyone use a 6.3 mtr Barnel polesaw?

I have a job where only this type of saw is suitable, I was thinking of a Silky but the price is high, and the Barnel add says they are the best. I have to order by Wednesday, the dealer sells both. I'd be very grateful for any help as I haven't used this type of saw.

kimtree · 11th April 2008, 01:02 AM

Im on my 2nd one whos your dealer i got mine from forestry tools.certainatly a good bit of kit the double locking of the extensions is a good idea just make sure you dont get caught under a cut as once the extensions get bent they wont slide back in the saw's proberly not as good as silky but still gives good service,in 3 years use ive replaced saw 3 times

Done it · 11th April 2008, 02:21 AM

Thanks, I hadn't thought about it bending, I'm used to wacking things away from me with mine, I've had a Power Pruner for years. With the extra length I shouldn't have that problem. Forrestry tools is where I was looking, Woodchuck has ARS. I managed to get a look at one and the Silky but not the Barnel. Do you have the Samurai blade on yours?

kimtree · 11th April 2008, 03:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Done it

Thanks, I hadn't thought about it bending, I'm used to wacking things away from me with mine, I've had a Power Pruner for years. With the extra length I shouldn't have that problem. Forrestry tools is where I was looking, Woodchuck has ARS. I managed to get a look at one and the Silky but not the Barnel. Do you have the Samurai blade on yours?

just the standard blade also i got four fiberglass sections for a little more safety but holding them up is a little tricky.too bendy.ive never bent mine bloody worker did first time he used it

treeseer · 11th April 2008, 06:01 AM

I like the huayuche, even useful in the tree, but ordered a barnel because it seems to have some advantages. I'll let you know...

TreeSpecialist · 11th April 2008, 06:04 AM

They're very well made, but they want a lot for them.

I use one but give my crew Jameson equipment - its a little more durable.

Barnel.com: Pole Pruners/Saws/Accessories from Barnel USA®

Done it · 13th April 2008, 02:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TreeSpecialist

They're very well made, but they want a lot for them.

You're right there! That's why I asked about them.

Barnel $320, Silky $470,

Done it · 1st May 2008, 03:25 AM

Well I got it, tried it out today. [rained most of last week & I didn't get a chance] Thanks guys, I'm glad I decided on the Barnel, it's no Stihl but it works and I've picked up 3 small jobs for it this week that I would not have worried about.

The quick detachable head is a great idea, I think I'll get the lopping head as well, I can see a use for it.

Looks like it'll do the job I wanted it for, won't have time for pics on that one.

treeseer · 1st May 2008, 08:03 AM

warning: the sections can misalign with impact, so you may have to dissemble the fittings to get the buttons to act right.

It's a brutish tool but should be handled gently.

TrevMcRev · 2nd May 2008, 08:20 PM

I tried the ARS once and it was crap. Very weak locking system.
Have mostly stuck to Wolf poles.

10th April 2008, 06:31 AM	#1 (permalink)
Done it Fly'n Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Parramatta. nsw. Australia. Posts: 168	Barnel Pole Saw Anyone use a 6.3 mtr Barnel polesaw? I have a job where only this type of saw is suitable, I was thinking of a Silky but the price is high, and the Barnel add says they are the best. I have to order by Wednesday, the dealer sells both. I'd be very grateful for any help as I haven't used this type of saw.

11th April 2008, 01:02 AM	#2 (permalink)
kimtree Cruisin' Join Date: May 2007 Location: Kununurra WA Posts: 76	Re: Barnel Pole Saw Im on my 2nd one whos your dealer i got mine from forestry tools.certainatly a good bit of kit the double locking of the extensions is a good idea just make sure you dont get caught under a cut as once the extensions get bent they wont slide back in the saw's proberly not as good as silky but still gives good service,in 3 years use ive replaced saw 3 times

11th April 2008, 02:21 AM	#3 (permalink)
Done it Fly'n Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Parramatta. nsw. Australia. Posts: 168	Re: Barnel Pole Saw Thanks, I hadn't thought about it bending, I'm used to wacking things away from me with mine, I've had a Power Pruner for years. With the extra length I shouldn't have that problem. Forrestry tools is where I was looking, Woodchuck has ARS. I managed to get a look at one and the Silky but not the Barnel. Do you have the Samurai blade on yours?

11th April 2008, 06:01 AM	#5 (permalink)
treeseer Afterburner is shakin' Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SE USA Posts: 410	Re: Barnel Pole Saw I like the huayuche, even useful in the tree, but ordered a barnel because it seems to have some advantages. I'll let you know... __________________ Guy Meilleur \| Forensic Arborist \| Better Tree Care

11th April 2008, 06:04 AM	#6 (permalink)
TreeSpecialist Cruisin' Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 97	Re: Barnel Pole Saw They're very well made, but they want a lot for them. I use one but give my crew Jameson equipment - its a little more durable. Barnel.com: Pole Pruners/Saws/Accessories from Barnel USA®

1st May 2008, 08:03 AM	#9 (permalink)
treeseer Afterburner is shakin' Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SE USA Posts: 410	Re: Barnel Pole Saw warning: the sections can misalign with impact, so you may have to dissemble the fittings to get the buttons to act right. It's a brutish tool but should be handled gently. __________________ Guy Meilleur \| Forensic Arborist \| Better Tree Care

2nd May 2008, 08:20 PM	#10 (permalink)
TrevMcRev Astronaut Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Posts: 672	Re: Barnel Pole Saw I tried the ARS once and it was crap. Very weak locking system. Have mostly stuck to Wolf poles. __________________ Melbourne Arborist, Total Tree Care, Pruning, Tree and Stump Removal

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