chainsaw chains

[Northland]

I cut a lot of wood, all maple, with a 65cc Husqvuarna w/20" bar. I use a guide on my round file for the teeth and a flat file on the rakers every 3rd sharpening.

I am interesed in learning more about the Pferd guide mentioned.

Does anyone have any experience with the expensive carbide cutting chains?

 

[slowrev]

I use the little Oregon elcheapo file/guide. Works fine, about every 4th filing, I use the depth guide (again elcheapo Oregon) and file the rakers.

 

[jeffinsgf]

I am interesed in learning more about the Pferd guide mentioned.

Here's a link:

Pferd Chainsharp

I like it a lot, but as mentioned earlier, you can overfile the rakers with it, if you aren't careful.

 

[Northland]

Here's a link:

Pferd Chainsharp

I like it a lot, but as mentioned earlier, you can overfile the rakers with it, if you aren't careful.

Thanks jeffingsgf - I found this review as well -

PFERD Tool - Chain Sharp   Sharp Force

looks like the same tool - now I have to find one either locally or on the web

 

[shaley]

Here are the sharpening specs for Oregon 3/8 pitch.
http://www.oregonchain.com/tech/ms_manual/ms_04.pdf

 

[jeffinsgf]

Thanks jeffingsgf - I found this review as well -

PFERD Tool - Chain Sharp** Sharp Force

looks like the same tool - now I have to find one either locally or on the web

Yes, Pferd makes the Husqvarna "Sharp Force". You'll probably find the Husqvarna version more readily available than the Pferd branded one. I got mine from Logosol at a Woodworking Show. Looks like Logosol has come out with something of their own, though. The Pferd isn't on their web site anymore.

 

[Diesel-ME]

I've been using the Granberg 12v bar-mounted grinder for a few years and love it. Instead of buying a 120vAC to 12vDC converter I just keep an old (but good) car battery in my shop to run it. Of course you can hook it to your truck/skidder/tractor battery for field use. This rig save a LOT of carpal tunnel related pain and gives a good accurate grind every time.

You can buy one via Amazon, direct from Granberg or several other sites. I like Baileys for logging supplies - good prices, decent stuff and fast shipping. I buy all my chain from them too. Their $10.95 chain is every bit as good as Husky/Stihl dealers $18 chains.

Check out: Granberg Bar Mounted 12 Volt Grinder from Baileys-online.com

~paul

 

[NH_Dave]

You can buy the Pferd at Bailey's
http://store.baileys-online.com
click "shop online", "files and grinders", "filing guides"
It is a great tool, worth every cent.
Dave

 

[NH_Dave]

Check that link
Bailey's Husqvarna Chainsaw, Logging and Woodsman Supply

 

[zzvyb6]

I also recommend the 12v sharpener. I always take my 4 wheeler out to the trees and branches. I also always tune up the saw before starting any cutting jobs. The sharp saw always relieves me of the danger of getting hurt because my stats tell me that its the dull saw which sets up a problem. In fact, I'll even tune up the saw during the job to keep things moving smoothly. The 12v sharpener is very easy to set up, use and maintain. That means I'm checking bar conditions and chain tension, too. So what if chain life drops. The cost of a leg, head or arm injury is well worth it for me. BTW: Keep up a supply of rotary stones.