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| Value for Money | 7.1/10  |
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| Reviewer Rating | 6.8/10 |
| Overall Rating | 7.2/10  |
Full review by
harbinger54
on 24th May 2008
User Rating : 9
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Good Points: Easy to start - there is a routine to starting this saw. It's important to read manual. The decompresser really helps.Power -excellent! Really good at getting through 18" plus trunks like butter.Balance - although heavy it is offset by the balance and handle design. The weight became an asset rather than a hindrance.Tooless Chain Tensioner - it works! But as with all new chains makes sure you run it in, checking tension regularly and making sure you have correct oil.
Bad Points: Not many!The Tooless Chain Tension is made of plastic, so not sure how long it will last - time will tell. But it should be easy to replace
General comments: I made a point of reading through all the reviews before buying this Husqvarna 455 Rancher chain saw.Even though this is my third saw, I made a point of reading the manual from cover to cover, which I believe paid off. I have been using it now for two weeks without any problems. It hasn't thrown a chain once! It's reliable at starting, three pulls, it fires, choke off, pull again and away it goes! When warm, its first time, every time!The decompressor works perfectly and is probably the main reason for its reliability in starting, although I have found it easy enough to start when warm without it!So far I have cut up three whole trees - the only time I have had the chain stall is when I decided to cut length ways down a peice of trunk - this was hardly surprising.It's well balanced, so I found the weight wasn't a problem, in fact I found this allowed me to use more effectively. It cut like it was going through butter when I used its weight. The power was excellent - I had to make no effort in cutting. I just put the chain against the wood, and left the saw to it. It did all the work for me.I think any buyer should bear in mind that this is not meant for all day professional work - it's for exactly what Husqvarna claims its for, the occasional bringing of trees down and chopping of larger wood for fires. In that respect its perfect for farmers and landowners who are doing a bit of cutting every few days. I would certainly recommend one.
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Review by
Kalob Cayton
on 7th Apr 2008
User Rating : 10
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Excellent Husqvarna chainsaw from small to big sawing. Got one when I was thirteen best saw I ever put in my hands on. Before I had two cheap poulans but not as good as a 455.I took it back for some reason but regreted it. Plan on getting another one this coming christmas or my birthday.
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Review by
linkmen
on 31st Mar 2008
User Rating : 10
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I don't know why other people are having so much trouble with the Husqvarna 455 Rancher. It's cake to run and cuts wood like a maniac.
It starts easy as pie and Never drops the chain at all if it is properly maintained. I love these chainsaws.
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Review by
Guest.
on 30th Mar 2008
User Rating : 3
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When thinning timber I throw the chain every hour or two which ALWAYS causes damage to the underside teeth guides resulting in a half hour grinding session to get the chain back into the bar slot. Very poor design - I regret buying one of these Husqvarna chainsaws!
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Review by
Guest.
on 26th Feb 2008
User Rating : 8
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So far the Husqvarna Rancher has been a good saw I've sawed up maybe 50 to 60 trees with it. After the first several hours of running the saw it produced quite a bit more power. It saws well for the price.
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Review by
Guest.
on 8th Feb 2008
User Rating : 9
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Has been durable during the 15+ loads of wood so far. Has always started predictably. I burned through two brand new retail saws to cut the first 10 loads (under 30 days each). Purchased this saw through Sears which for around 50 bucks gets you a three year everything is covered except the chain warranty. It cuts through 2' diameter old cured red elm better than any other saw I have ever used. I have dulled chains a bit faster than expected, but I think its the wood and time of year.
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Review by
cfuller1971
on 5th Dec 2007
User Rating : 9
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I cleared 2 acres of land with this saw and it keeps on going. There are minor things wrong with it due to the abuse I've dealt it, but I have been very happy with this saw. I've used McCullough, Stihl, Craftsman (yeah, I know) and this Husky is brilliant!!
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Review by
lbingo
on 27th Nov 2007
User Rating : 10
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After using several Homelite brand chainsaws and a Black and Decker, I purchased a Husqvarna Rancher 455. The difference was like night and day. I suffered needlessly for several years using cheap underpowered equipment. I have cut some large logs with this chainsaw, and it ripped right through like nothing! My buddy has a Stihl which I have used, and the Husky is definitely comparable. The temperature here is a bit cool (below 32 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time now), so I have made sure to ...
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Review by
swim49
on 25th Nov 2007
User Rating : 0
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The front handle guard is made from I believe ABS plastic ( not good in cold weather applications ) and the spring tension on the chain clutch was too great for the saw to operate. You combine the ABS plastic and the excessive spring tension...you have a contraption that doesn't work at ALL!!! I'm going on my 3rd chain saw within 2 hours of use...not good for someone who wants the best. what has happened to Husqvarna??!!??
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Review by
kimrasmussen
on 12th Sep 2007
User Rating : 2
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I have used several brands of chainsaws over the years, and never before have I had buyers remorse, but I would not recommend the Husqvarna 455 Rancher chainsaw to anyone!
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Review by
Deetreebotherer
on 1st Aug 2007
User Rating : 8
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I work on rivers and needed a saw that could work with hard wood, soft wood, wet wood, dirty wood, hell it even dropped in the river one day, and nothing has killed this saw.
It's a real good all-rounder. It's not given me any problems through many hours use, but I think with any saw maintenance is key. If you fit different guide bars and chains you can suit the saw to your cutting needs, a 15" bar on this saw cuts small stuff like a light sabre.
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Review by
Blaze1024
on 18th Mar 2007
User Rating : 10
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455 rancher is a great value and a very strong running saw.
As far as them throwing chains, learn how to put a chain on and that won't happen.
The 455 ranch uses a floating drive sprocket that is much safer and more secure then the traditional drive sprocket. The draw back is you need to make sure the chain is actually in the drive sprocket and not wedged between the sprocket and clutch bell. If it's throwing chains you have it wedged. I have own a few 455 ranchers as well as a few Stihl 0 ...
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Review by
sperry
expert review 
on 20th Feb 2007
User Rating : 9
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I had heard I may need to do some engine adjustments due to my altitude (5800'). Not so in my case except just the idle so far.
Remember to follow ALL lubrication instructions found in the manual!
Cold weather makes the chain oil thick. Open the oiler screw setting (see the manual) and if it's "colder yet", use a thinner oil viscosity.
Fortunately chain tightening is simple to do with the 455 Rancher. Carry a flat-blade screwdriver and the box wrench with you. The chain will be easy to ...
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Review by
landJackal
on 16th Feb 2007
User Rating : 0
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Neither Husqvarna or their dealers will honor the warranty. I purchased a Husqvarna 455 Rancher from a dealer. Used it one day. The plastic handle snapped. When I took it to the dealer, they informed me that part was not covered under their 30 day warranty. I needed the saw back, so I paid the bill ($120) and chalked my experience up to another course in the school of hard knocks. When I pay close to $400 for a chainsaw, I expect it to last!!
Do yourself a favor...If you insist on a H ...
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Review by
butwhat
on 12th Sep 2006
User Rating : 0
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The saw ran and cut great when the chain was on. Seemed the saw threw the chain about every 3 minutes of cutting. I talked to a friend that I found had also purchased & returned a Husky - he had the same problem. When I was asked "Why?", while returning the saw and I reported that the chain kept coming off the counter guy just said "Yep, sounds about right." The saw might be good if the chain didn't fall off every 3 minutes. I have 40 years of chain-sawing under my belt & couldn't figure out th ...
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Review by
dgsholar
on 18th Apr 2006
User Rating : 10
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The Husqvarna 455 Rancher chainsaw is great value for the Money. The 455 has a lot of enhancements and is a heavy duty saw. The starting system works very well when cold, hot, or even flooded (just hold the throttle fully down for 1 - 2 pulls). Very strong motor and fast cut. This saw uses at a minimum 89 Octane, but I use 91 - 93. Excellent support online from the Manufacturer. You can get a parts manual with a diagram and part number for every single nut and bolt on their web site. Part ...
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Review by
rsarvis
on 21st Jan 2006
User Rating : 9
Respect :
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The Husqvarna 455 Rancher is a good all around the house saw. Sound level better than most. I really like the size and the low vibration of the saw.
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