WTHW Gas Chainsaw, 58 cc
Product description
If you mainly need a saw for occasional light trimming, a simpler setup may be easier to manage. The WTHW is aimed at heavier outdoor jobs, with a 58 cc two-cycle engine and two bar options for switching between larger cuts and limbing. That flexibility could be useful when storm cleanup leaves a mix of fallen wood and smaller branches to handle. Keep in mind that this is a gas-powered saw, so refueling is part of longer work sessions.
Best use cases
This chainsaw is designed for cutting firewood, taking down trees, and clearing storm debris. The 20-inch bar is the longer option for larger pieces, while the 18-inch bar is intended for limbing and more controlled cuts. Both bars and two chains are included, and the Quick-Switch setup is meant to let you move between them without hauling a second saw.
Picture clearing a fallen limb from a driveway, then switching to the longer bar for sections of the trunk. That kind of mixed job is where two bar lengths may save time compared with using one saw setup for every cut. It’s a great fit if your work includes both substantial wood and smaller branches. It’s not for you if you want a compact, low-maintenance tool for occasional light pruning, the gas engine and larger cutting setup are more than that job may call for.
Product specs
The saw uses a 58 cc, 3.5 HP two-cycle engine and has an automatic chain oiler. The product description also lists a fuel tank said to be 30% larger, though it does not give the tank capacity or a runtime figure. A quick-start recoil system, on-site chain tensioning with the included scrench, and a centrifugal air filter are also part of the setup.
The supplied 20-inch chain has a 0.325P pitch, 0.058G gauge, and 76 drive links. The 18-inch chain has the same pitch and gauge, with 72 drive links. For control and comfort, the listed features include an inertial chain brake, a low-kickback chain, and a dual-spring anti-vibration system. These details describe the design, they don’t replace safe handling or the right protective gear.
Where it shines
The main draw is versatility within one gas-powered tool: use the longer bar for larger cuts, then switch to the shorter one for limbing. Would that matter for your usual jobs? If you regularly move between downed trees, firewood, and branches, having both configurations available is more useful than buying around a single cutting task. The automatic oiler and chain-tensioning tool also address routine upkeep while you work.
From the way it is set up, this is a more involved choice than a small saw intended for occasional yard cleanup. The listed specs don’t include the saw’s weight, so it’s difficult to judge how tiring extended handling might feel, especially when working overhead or moving between cuts. Its two-cycle gas engine also means you’ll need to plan for refueling during longer sessions.
Should you buy it?
Choose the WTHW if you have regular tree, firewood, or storm-cleanup work and would actually use both bar lengths. The 58 cc engine, included chains, and changeable setup target jobs beyond quick touch-ups, while the chain brake and anti-vibration system address control and comfort concerns. If your needs are mostly light pruning, or you prefer a simpler tool without gas refueling, a less involved saw may suit you better. The deciding question is whether the extra bar option will get used often enough to justify handling a larger gas-powered setup.