AndyAndyAndy Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 I'm seeing these Stihl chainsaws that go for 2000 Baht. Not only Lazada, but also Google etc. And they are claiming, that it is original. Not a Chinese copy. Do you think it is legit? I have problem believing it. Maybe it is something specially cheap made for SEA market? Dunno thou. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor Tom Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 A chainsaw for 2,000 Baht; that answers your question for you. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liddelljohn Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 dangerous fakes Caveat emptor 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In the jungle Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 Fake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liverpool Lou Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 27 minutes ago, AndyAndyAndy said: I'm seeing these Stihl chainsaws that go for 2000 Baht. Not only Lazada, but also Google etc. And they are claiming, that it is original. Not a Chinese copy. Do you think it is legit? I have problem believing it. Send the seller a message asking, specifically, if it is a genuine, original Stihl 5200. If they confirm, specifically, that it is and it turns out not to be the case you have all the justification that you need for a refund. Bear in mind that Stihl has it's own manufacturing site in China which may explain the price (and the one you show is, apparently, heavily discounted) for the Asian market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liverpool Lou Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 21 minutes ago, liddelljohn said: dangerous fakes Caveat emptor 3 minutes ago, In the jungle said: Fake. You know that how? Stihl manufactures in its China factory. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xanthe Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Liverpool Lou said: Bear in mind that Stihl has it's own manufacturing site in China Most companies have manufacturing sites in China and most companies have their IT/software development centers in India. Edited February 16, 2023 by Xanthe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In the jungle Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 Just now, Liverpool Lou said: You know that how? Stihl manufactures in its China factory. Because I own a Stihl made by Stihl in a Chinese factory. It is probably the cheapest chainsaw they sell in Thailand. It cost 8000 Baht. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liverpool Lou Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 23 minutes ago, In the jungle said: 29 minutes ago, Liverpool Lou said: You know that how? Stihl manufactures in its China factory. Because I own a Stihl made by Stihl in a Chinese factory. It is probably the cheapest chainsaw they sell in Thailand. It cost 8000 Baht. So you don't know. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sometimewoodworker Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 2 hours ago, AndyAndyAndy said: I'm seeing these Stihl chainsaws that go for 2000 Baht. Not only Lazada, but also Google etc. And they are claiming, that it is original. Not a Chinese copy. Do you think it is legit? If it looks too good to be true, it is. Of course it’s a fake, of course it’s c*r*a*p At ¼ the price !!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoreFarang Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 You can always ask the manufacturer if that is an authorized resale shop. But I am pretty sure you know the answer already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoreFarang Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 That should be a hint... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liddelljohn Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 The Chinese can fake almost any consumer product ,,,the guide is the price if its to good to be true and 1/4 of regular retail price ,, then thats a red flag Go ahead and buy one but dont cry when you are in A&E with a missing hand . leg or knob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salerno Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 6 hours ago, AndyAndyAndy said: I'm seeing these Stihl chainsaws that go for 2000 Baht. Personally I wouldn't put my trust in something so potentially dangerous if I had any doubt whatsoever over it's authenticity. Just curious, do you have a licence for one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubascuba3 Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 Check the reviews and seller ratings, other products etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sometimewoodworker Posted February 17, 2023 Share Posted February 17, 2023 4 hours ago, Salerno said: Personally I wouldn't put my trust in something so potentially dangerous if I had any doubt whatsoever over its authenticity. Just curious, do you have a licence for one? 11.5” bar so no licence required, though Lazada almost certainly doesn’t check, other outlets may. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In the jungle Posted February 17, 2023 Share Posted February 17, 2023 11 hours ago, Liverpool Lou said: So you don't know. I bought it direct from Stihl's authorised distributor in Thailand as opposed to a retailer. Moreover anyone with experience can easily tell the qualitative difference between a real Stihl chainsaw and a fake. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuyBitcoin Posted February 17, 2023 Share Posted February 17, 2023 I wonder if the arrival tax will cover fake chainsaw bought on Lazada injuries? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunBENQ Posted February 17, 2023 Share Posted February 17, 2023 (edited) Stihl Germany website does not show any "5200" model. None has a four digit number. All model names start with "MS", cheapest is MS 162 at about 200 Euro (~7000 Baht). And that has a smaller blade than this China thing. Found a video where some China <noname>5200 is compared with a genuine Stihl. I bet that the "5200" production has a line where they paint "Stihl" without any license. The 5200 thing works but poor workmanship. Don't expect a life time investment. Edited February 17, 2023 by KhunBENQ 2000 -> 5200 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunBENQ Posted February 17, 2023 Share Posted February 17, 2023 (edited) Screenshot from the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBGBQVccflo (German) Edited February 17, 2023 by KhunBENQ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liverpool Lou Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 On 2/17/2023 at 9:45 AM, In the jungle said: On 2/16/2023 at 10:10 PM, Liverpool Lou said: So you don't know. I bought it direct from Stihl's authorised distributor in Thailand as opposed to a retailer. Moreover anyone with experience can easily tell the qualitative difference between a real Stihl chainsaw and a fake. Exactly, you have not seen the item in question so you do not know whether it is fake or not! And the place from where you bought yours has no bearing on the online purchase that the OP seems to be considering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sometimewoodworker Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 4 hours ago, Liverpool Lou said: you have not seen the item in question so you do not know whether it is fake or not! That is the most ridiculous statement I have heard. The tool is available new for ¼ of less than the price of a genuine one. It is supplied from the largest manufacturers of counterfeit products. Its price is less than the cost of the genuine parts, even excluding profit. qed it is fake. It is perfectly possible that it may work, it is even possible it may continue to work. It may be worth the price charged, equally it may be a disaster waiting to happen and slice a 6mm slot through you. However it is not a Stihl chainesaw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomchaiDIY Posted February 19, 2023 Share Posted February 19, 2023 the stihl chain saw machine at many online store for 2000 baht approx these are common chinese saw modify to look like the stihl brand with model number fake many request to test come in at my youtube channel for these product ok for short times diy work and better if fit good quality chain can buy some better quality chinese saw for about price of 4000 baht real stihl brand have small power saw starting price 7000 - 8000 baht 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandyf Posted February 19, 2023 Share Posted February 19, 2023 On 2/16/2023 at 9:02 PM, AndyAndyAndy said: I'm seeing these Stihl chainsaws that go for 2000 Baht. Not only Lazada, but also Google etc. And they are claiming, that it is original. Not a Chinese copy. Do you think it is legit? I have problem believing it. Global House have a few chainsaws under 3000 baht. A much safer option than buying online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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