If it’s a one off job, why don’t you just hire one
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Go to your local Rent-A-Tool, tell them what you want to do or rent and they will fix up. Saves money if this is a one time chore.
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Why don’t you go to your local DIY store and hire one instead of buying.
They can answer any question you have and give you the correct appliance for the job.
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argos do cheap ones cut down tree than take it back for refund tell them it dont work
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Can’t say I know any of the models; just don’t buy a battery powered one.
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Buy a Bow Saw. It is easier to use than a hand saw and shouldn’t be as dear as an electric saw.
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Not JCB, they are rubbish. Bosch is best, but expensive.
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Get a jig saw—should work ok for smaller branches up to a couple inches thick and easy to use, lightweight. Black and Decker is a good brand or Sears….don’t need any fancy features, just look for one that has easy blade changing features and get some extra blades. A Sawzall would be the next level up for cutting thicker branches but a lot heavier and more powerful. Next would be an electric chainsaw–might be more than you need. Talk to some people at a local home center power tool dept—tell them what you’re using it for —they can show you the various models and prices and features of each one.
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I assume by hand saw you mean a standard woodworking handsaw.
You could look at a curved blade pruning saw. It has a double row of very sharp teeth. I have cut thru trunks about 4" in a matter of miniutes
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Try a hire shop and see if you cam hire an electric saw
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I am a professional horticulturist and organic head gardener for 40+ years

Why don’t you save your money and use loppers and a sharp bow saw, I’m quite sure you could borrow these from a neighbour.
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Head gardner for small scottish estate.

I bought one from Aldi for 15 quid.
Did a grand job. Probably sold out by now though.

http://www.aldi.co.uk for your nearest shop.
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If it’s a one time job, don’t buy, but rent or just hire it done.
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Hire one from a hireshop.
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Do not use a electric saw unless you have been taught to use one or you’ll be a shadow like me. The best way is a hatchet or billhook….dont rush it just take your time and chop it bit by bit.
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