Homelite Buz Chainsaw Specifications and Vintage Advertising
The Homelite BUZ was introduced around 1959 as a low-cost, lightweight, direct-drive one-man chainsaw. Homelite advertised it at $153.50 complete, weighing 19 pounds less bar … Read more
Mall Chainsaw Brochure from 1950: Models 624, 636, 648, 660, and 672
Featuring the Mall 624, 636, 648, 660, and 672, this 1950 brochure shows just how serious early chainsaws were. These were huge two-man machines with … Read more
Vintage Chainsaw Advertising: Mall, Solo, Mono, Canadien, and More
We have dedicated collections of vintage chainsaw advertisements from major brands such as STIHL, Husqvarna, and Poulan. For some lesser-known manufacturers, however, we have only … Read more
1970s Soviet Druzhba-4 Chainsaw
This is a Soviet Druzhba-4 chainsaw, written ДРУЖБА-4 on the fan housing. Druzhba means “Friendship.” It’s listed on eBay with Alex, seller szabsa76, at the … Read more
STIHL Contra Military Chainsaw Replica (Number 2)
We shared a similar STIHL Contra replica military chainsaw a couple of months ago, but this is another one from the same restorer, Alex (eBay … Read more
Willow Tree Diseases: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment
Willows are beautiful, fast-growing trees, but they can also be high-maintenance. Their shallow roots, weak wood, and need for steady moisture make them vulnerable to … Read more
Is STIHL Still Producing the MS 260 Chainsaw in 2026?
Is STIHL still making the MS 260? Yes, they are! STIHL discontinued the MS 260 for most markets in 2011 when it was replaced by … Read more
McCulloch 380 Chainsaw Specifications
The McCulloch 380 is a large early-1960s professional-style saw from the period when McCulloch was still producing serious magnesium-bodied American saws in Los Angeles. It … Read more
STIHL MS 240 Chainsaw Restoration Before and After Pics
The STIHL MS 240 is a compact professional chainsaw that often gets overshadowed by the better-known 026/MS 260. It was effectively part of the same … Read more
The Hunt For The Golden Contra
The Golden Contra has been found! At least, one of the Golden Contras has been found. STIHL has just released a 4-minute film titled “The … Read more
