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[Sawyer Rob]

Good to see you survived hibernation..... Is this the one you threw in the trash can, it has good reviews and under $30.00>>>>>Electric Chain Saw Sharpener

It keeps raining into my cave and waking me up!!! lol

Yeaaa, anyone that gives that POS a good review, has never used a good one!!

SR

 

[rangerfredbob]

I like my HFT sharpener but I'm mechanically inclined and know you can't trust the degrees on the measure and it takes some tinkering... mine is old enough to just have a rocker switch and not the brake handle. Honestly any consistently sharpened chain is going to be better than the random angles that come on $5 garage sale chainsaws... my favorite chainsaw cut HORRIBLE (IE stuck in a 3" branch because it was sharpened so uneven) but got better winging it with the HFT sharpener... I'm sure the $300 version is much better, but that's not how I roll

 

[goeduck]

I have the HF sharpener and also the Oregon sharpener.

After using the HF model, I threw it under the bench, I just can't live with the way that POS sharpens.

Some day I'll find a use for it BESIDES filling my trash can...

SR

Agree. I have an Oregon sharpener and have looked at the HF sharpener in the store. The HF is a zero by comparison.

 

[John_Mc]

I sharpened freehand for years finally got one of those little slider gauge devices, I like it , seems more accurate and gives a better cut. And will accommodate 3 different size files! Still have to freehand my chainsaw on a stick!

This guy, or one just like it anyway.. https://www.amazon.com/Katzco-Piece...1576672515&sprefix=chainsaw+sharpener,aps,283

You do realize that the guide is only for use with one size file - the size that is stamped on it, right? Using the other sizes on it will not give your chain the correct tooth profile. You have to get the matching guide for those size files.

With the right size file, and the proper technique, they do give very good results. The technique is a lot easier to learn and less prone to error than sharpening freehand. I use one of them regularly:

I also use one of the roller guides from time to time. I like it a lot, since it gives a better view of the tooth as you are sharpening. Two reasons don't use it more often: 1) it's set up to give a 30˚ angle on the cutting tooth. Since I mostly run full chisel chain, I generally sharpen at 25˚. It is possible to sharpen at 25˚, but there all of the visual guidance the tool provides is for 30˚. (Not a HUGE difference, but it is noticeable if you are paying close attention.) and 2) It's small enough that I'm more likely to lose it in the woods (I suffer from the "set a tool down and it ceases to exist" syndrome).

I prefer the depth gauge attached to the roller guide or one like shown below (when I'm using a sharpening tool like the first one shown). both result in a chain that is far less sensitive to having all the teeth exactly the same length.

The other good hand sharpening tool I've tried is the Pferd Chain Sharp CS-X (which they also make for Stihl, which sells them as the Stihl 2-in-1 filing guide). It's not my favorite, though it does do a good job. A couple of friend swear by it. It's big advantage is ease of use/learning, and it's fast, since it files the depth gauge at the same time as the cutting teeth.

 

[hunt4570]

I have the HF sharpener and also the Oregon sharpener.

After using the HF model, I threw it under the bench, I just can't live with the way that POS sharpens.

Some day I'll find a use for it BESIDES filling my trash can...

SR

Yep, my HF model is in a pile under the bench too..

 

[hunt4570]

At least you got a picture of my good side!!!!!!!!!!

Yeah sharpening by hand is faster but I cant stand files, I might have a file phobia. But then again I might be able to give you a run for the money on sharpening 3 chainsaws in a row with 24" bars with a cut test after,,,,,,,,,,,,, and the winner is Oldpath and the trophy in side of wild hog bacon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I only have one with a 24" bar, and then an 18, a 12, and a 10 inch on the stick... And I've not seen a pig in almost 2 months... I'm getting worried, I really need to put a couple in the freezer!! :yell:

 

[hunt4570]

It keeps raining into my cave and waking me up!!! lol

Yeaaa, anyone that gives that POS a good review, has never used a good one!!

SR

How do you like your Oregon one?
And I agree with your review assessment..

 

[hunt4570]

You do realize that the guide is only for use with one size file - the size that is stamped on it, right? Using the other sizes on it will not give your chain the correct tooth profile. You have to get the matching guide for those size files.

With the right size file, and the proper technique, they do give very good results. The technique is a lot easier to learn and less prone to error than sharpening freehand. I use one of them regularly:
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I also use one of the roller guides from time to time. I like it a lot, since it gives a better view of the tooth as you are sharpening. Two reasons don't use it more often: 1) it's set up to give a 30˚ angle on the cutting tooth. Since I mostly run full chisel chain, I generally sharpen at 25˚. It is possible to sharpen at 25˚, but there all of the visual guidance the tool provides is for 30˚. (Not a HUGE difference, but it is noticeable if you are paying close attention.) and 2) It's small enough that I'm more likely to lose it in the woods (I suffer from the "set a tool down and it ceases to exist" syndrome).
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I prefer the depth gauge attached to the roller guide or one like shown below (when I'm using a sharpening tool like the first one shown). both result in a chain that is far less sensitive to having all the teeth exactly the same length.
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The other good hand sharpening tool I've tried is the Pferd Chain Sharp CS-X (which they also make for Stihl, which sells them as the Stihl 2-in-1 filing guide). It's not my favorite, though it does do a good job. A couple of friend swear by it. It's big advantage is ease of use/learning, and it's fast, since it files the depth gauge at the same time as the cutting teeth.
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It is stamped "3/16 FILE" but it comes with 3 different sized file and works just fine with them all. Just wont work with the 1/8" file for my little saw. The depth gauges I just do by feel, the tools for them never seem to work so good.

 

[Sawyer Rob]

How do you like your Oregon one?
And I agree with your review assessment..

I've had it for MANY years, it's pretty good, don't know how a new one would be.

SR

 

[hunt4570]

Now I just wish I could find an "affordable" band saw sharpener for my mill!