Oregon bench grinder

[husqvarnaxpman]

Looking at the Oregon 410-120 and the 520-120. Is the 520 worth the extra $? Sharpening for my self mainly. Anybody with experience on these two? Thanks

 

[Philbert]

Is the 520 worth the extra $?

Yes.

The 'full sized' motor on the 520 is really the 'standard size' for turning those wheels.

Comparison information in this thread:
https://www.arboristsite.com/community/threads/new-oregon-chain-grinders-2015.270287/

Philbert

 

[husqvarnaxpman]

Thanks Philbert for the information. I appreciate it.

 

[Carhartt]

Id suggest the 520. Sometimes you can still find the 511 or the Super Jolley. Don't shy away from the Stihl HOS or USG.

 

[Philbert]

Don't shy away from the Stihl HOS or USG.

(In the grand tradition of straying off topic in a thread . . . )

Does anyone know why STIHL makes both models? Isn't the HOS a 'dumbed down' version of the USG? Is the price difference that significant? Is there any advantage to the HOS over the USG?

Thanks.

(Please return to your regular programming . . . . . )

Philbert

 

[Carhartt]

There is no advantage to the HOS over USG. It has 1 less adjustment in the grinding wheel setting angle. But it will still do a very good job.

 

[husqvarnaxpman]

Thanks Margaret. I did end up going with the 520. It's here already, but have not had a chance to use it yet.

 

[chipper1]

Just saw this thread.
Did you get it set up and try it out, how do you like it.