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Tool Review: Stihl MSA300 Cordless Chainsaw

Can you believe the Stihl MSA 300 is two years old?! I first got to use it at Hillhead show in 2022 where I carved the Abe, the Case Construction mascot. I recorded some of the thoughts I had at the time in a video that you can watch HERE. In July 2023 I was … Read more

Categories Tools, Tips and Techniques Tags chainsaw carving, msa300, recommended resources, Stihl, tips for carving

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