Com: Chris :  The bolt that looks like it isn't attached with the ring around it is the same for 5 series saws. It's what helps give better anti vibe by isolating the engine, but gives a stop if pushing or pulling hard..

Com: 74steved:  Great comparison I would take the Stihl my local dealership sells both makes says they sell

12 Stihl to 1 Husky but maybe there selling more homeowner ones, be interested in talking to mechanics that work on both to see which break down more. Only problem if you sell more STIHL's probably going to fix more.

Com: David :   Looks like Stihl has finally got around to putting a proper air filter on their saw’s!

I really like that nice big filter! Are they the same cc’s? Sounds like the husky is actually spinning the chain faster...cutting faster!

Husky definitely sounds smoooth!!!