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Posted: 5/26/2020 2:29:58 PM EDT

Been doing it by hand and am thinking about getting something better. I like Stihl 2 N 1 Easy File Chainsaw Chain Sharpener but I see Pferd is making a near identical copy for half the price. It the Stihl work the price or are you paying for the name?

Is their a better gadget to sharpen a chainsaw? I really need two of them a 7/32" for my chainsaw and a 11/64 for the pole saw.

Posted: 5/26/2020 2:38:03 PM EDT

[#1]

I use a 2 piece file kit w/ depth gauge (for the rakers). I have heard good things about the stihl 2 in 1.

Now that I'm getting the hang of it I can knock them out fairly quick.

Posted: 5/26/2020 2:44:53 PM EDT

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Yeah I can do it fairly quickly with a round file and a flat file for the rakers but I need new files and rather than buy separate files I though I would upgrade to a gadget if they actually help speed and repeatability.

Posted: 5/26/2020 3:16:59 PM EDT

[#3]

I got the stihl branded 2-in-1's. They're made by Pferd. Either brand works, I just got the Stihl for $30 OTD at my Deere/Stihl dealer. $34.99 + 10% spring discount.

Posted: 5/26/2020 3:17:20 PM EDT

[#4]

Some of the best money I've spent https://www.stihlusa.com/products/chain-saws/filing-tools/2in1file/
I can sharpen an 18" chain in about 10 mins.

Posted: 5/26/2020 3:32:12 PM EDT

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I got the stihl branded 2-in-1's. They're made by Pferd. Either brand works, I just got the Stihl for $30 OTD at my Deere/Stihl dealer. $34.99 + 10% spring discount.

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That's the one I am talking about. That is a good price. Amazon wants $60 for that same sharpener and $33 for the Pferd version. Next time I am in the local ACE hardware I will have to see what their price is they are the local Stihl dealer.

Posted: 5/26/2020 4:19:34 PM EDT

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That's the one I am talking about. That is a good price. Amazon wants $60 for that same sharpener and $33 for the Pferd version. Next time I am in the local ACE hardware I will have to see what their price is they are the local Stihl dealer.

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They are $34.99 on the Stihl website, you just have to pick it up at your local Stihl dealer. I am going to get one this weekend and try it out, I've seen great reviews about it.

Posted: 5/26/2020 4:31:06 PM EDT

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They are $34.99 on the Stihl website, you just have to pick it up at your local Stihl dealer. I am going to get one this weekend and try it out, I've seen great reviews about it.

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That's the one I am talking about. That is a good price. Amazon wants $60 for that same sharpener and $33 for the Pferd version. Next time I am in the local ACE hardware I will have to see what their price is they are the local Stihl dealer.

They are $34.99 on the Stihl website, you just have to pick it up at your local Stihl dealer. I am going to get one this weekend and try it out, I've seen great reviews about it.

Sounds like a trip to the local Stihl dealer is in order.

Posted: 5/26/2020 4:36:05 PM EDT

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Get the Pferd, they make the Stihl one that is re-branded and charge less for it.

Posted: 5/26/2020 5:21:39 PM EDT

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This.

Posted: 5/26/2020 6:27:27 PM EDT

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I just used the round file on the cutting teeth and the rakers.

Posted: 5/26/2020 6:29:46 PM EDT

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^this for sure. No reason to pay any extra for the orange and white stihl version.

Make sure to get the right size for your chain.

Posted: 5/26/2020 6:55:35 PM EDT

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2 in 1 here. Never thought $30 was so over priced until I read this thread

(Two pack of files, $7. Raker gauge, $5. Raker file, $4. That’s $16 for the cheapest google return plus you’ll want a handle or two. Ohh well)

Posted: 5/26/2020 9:37:47 PM EDT

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Posted: 5/26/2020 10:23:10 PM EDT

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I got the stihl branded 2-in-1's. They're made by Pferd. Either brand works, I just got the Stihl for $30 OTD at my Deere/Stihl dealer. $34.99 + 10% spring discount.

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This.

Posted: 5/27/2020 12:05:13 AM EDT

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Round file, usually with an old school guide and a flat file with safety edges for occasionally hitting the rakers. Doesn't take very long unless you really fuck the chain against a rock or something.

Posted: 5/28/2020 5:57:43 PM EDT

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Posted: 5/28/2020 6:16:57 PM EDT

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I got the Stilh version at the local ACE hardware. They did not have the size for my 8-inch pole saw but I got new round files the correct size for that. I give the chainsaw a touch-up with it and I really like it. Easy to use and seemed to do a good job. Well really see after the next time I hit a piece of steel in the next tree or accidental touch the ground coming out of a cut.

Posted: 5/29/2020 8:59:45 AM EDT

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Dremel with chain saw adaptor.

Posted: 5/29/2020 11:38:20 AM EDT

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I have probably double the value of my chainsaw by adding the Stihl sharpening tool.

Posted: 5/29/2020 10:27:30 PM EDT

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I use the Sthil 2 in 1 and a regular round file in a guide. I hit every third sharpening with the 2 in 1 and twice with the round file that way my rakes don't dig as much. If it's really dull I'll use my 12 volt Dremel tool I have been using for the last 30+ years.

Posted: 5/31/2020 3:06:30 AM EDT

[#21]

Got tired of hand sharpening for 3 saws x 2-3 chains each.

Bought this, never been happier

Posted: 5/31/2020 7:43:10 AM EDT

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I bought a Stihl sharpener Friday. Used it while cutting up one of two trees left to clean up. Wow, what a difference. Just taking 3-4 minutes to touch up blades during fuel/bar oil fills made a world of difference. Throwing good sized chips. Local places charge $7-$8 per chain for sharpening. Spent $34.95 and made it up in the 4 times I did it yesterday.

Posted: 5/31/2020 7:09:09 PM EDT

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I bought an electric sharpener from HF. I works well. About 10 minutes per chain. A lot quicker and easier than manual sharpening. But you can’t take it along in da woods.

Posted: 6/1/2020 7:17:32 AM EDT

[#24]

Hand filer here. Usually file each tank of gas.

One light stroke per tooth and done.

About five minutes for a 20" bar.

Posted: 6/1/2020 4:24:52 PM EDT

[#25]

I use a round file most of the time. I have a Stihl 2 in 1 that I use about every 5 tanks of fuel.

Posted: 6/1/2020 8:57:06 PM EDT

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Got tired of hand sharpening for 3 saws x 2-3 chains each.

Bought this, never been happier

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I've got a similar sharpener from Stihl.
I found a barely used one cheap.
I have about 1/2 dozen chains for 2 chain saws.
I sharpen all at once and then swap out chains as needed.
When I'm on my last chain I sharpen all of them again.