The general opinion seems to be that some are ok and they're able to get around the EPA in ways the big brands can't. I've run a couple that will beat a stock Stihl but on the other hand parts are probably going to be impossible to get after a couple years unless it's a clone of another saw.
I was most curious about the neotec 3120 clone listed as NH 8120. Looks like it’s available for around $500. If anyone here has one or can offer insights I’m all ears. It’s going to be used sparingly just want to see if there are any pitfalls from folks who actually own / run them.
Lots of good info in this thread linked below. All the info you need. Good luck reading 164 pages though.
In short, most Chinese chainsaws can be made to run great. You may need to swap out bits to get them running right and to repair them when they break. But spare parts are plentiful and cheap. The better brands are Farmertec/Holzfforma and Neotec. Some of the other brands are really cheaply made.
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Later in this thread page 9.
i bought four of the chinese 365 saws from china and converted them to 372s.
Here's one of those ebay saws 79.08 shipped they have many names and plastics but identical chassis much lighter than expected ill have to weigh it.
Has a sucky start assist that's the only thing i don't like started third pull 32-1 red armor for the first tank cuts very much like a stihl 028 290 just lighter and more vibes adjustable oiler works good rim sprocket really like the chisel chain ran a tank empty on oak never stretched or dulled Kingpark canada brand hopefully...
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