[Seahawk]

I have three Stihl chainsaws.

The Stihl chainsaw I still use, I think a Woodsman, was in the barn when I bought this place 20 plus years ago. It looked old then! Still goes vroom every time. I have used it quite a bit over the years...I replaced the bar five years ago but no other issues other than fuel lines.

I also have two pole saws, a six footer and an extended type that reaches ten feet. The extender will make you work.

I really like the pole saws for most of the work I do now, mainly trimming and clearing. If the diameter of the Junipers is less than the bar size of a pole saw, don't discount using them for the type of work you may be doing.

Also, get a bunch more chains than you think you'll need. Nothing sucks more than a dull chainsaw blade. I sharpen my own, which I enjoy doing.

Lastly, please get all the gear and wear it, especially chaps and eye protection. One hot and sweaty post hurricane clean up day 15 years or so ago I cut my left knee up pretty nicely. No permanent damage, nice scar. I was very lucky.