Best Jig for Manaul Chain Sharpening?

[Haulinwood]

I do not mind sharpening my chains manually. Can I get some feed back as to what manual jig is best? I want to leave the chain on.
Thanks.

 

[B Harrison]

You mean hand filing?
I am not the greatest at it, but I hold the chain link with my left hand and file with my right, while trying to focus on being smooth and consistent with the angle.

I cut quite a bit and have found that Stihl RS stays sharp enough much much longer than oregon chain, so i don't sharpen my chains every time like before, just when the saw stops chipping on its on or I know I have gotten into bad wood, (when I cut a dirt filled crotch or stump a yard maple).

 

[Haulinwood]

Thank you for your input.
But what I am asking for is what is the best manul clamp on jig for sharpening of the chains? Some might think that a grinder will give better results, but I like doing it by hand. So I am just trying to get ideas on what the best clamp on jig is, either round file or square?
Thanks.

 

[ATH]

I like the Granberg

 

[srb08]

I like the Granberg

+1

 

[Dusty Rhodes]

I have only used the Husqvarna roller guide for sharpening my chains. I think it works very well. The Husky roller guide works well for the cutters and also has a gauge for filing the rakers down for either hardwood or softwood. Again, fits my needs and with some thoughtful filing you can get a razor sharp chain. All that is needed is the guide, correct diameter round file and a flat file for the rakers. I believe however that you need to find out what guides will work with the type of chain you are using. I am sure others will have recommendations on guides they use. I do not file freehand much as I like the guide for keeping angles consistent and correct. Keeping your cutters all the same length takes some thoughtful practice IMO.

 

[Haulinwood]

I have and like that one too. Has anyone tried or use the Timberline? Looks pretty nice, and simple.

 

[KenJax Tree]

Stihl FG2

 

[Haulinwood]

Thanks for the replies guys. I appreciate the input.

 

[Sagetown]

Dad got this from Sears back in the 60's. It looks like it could be a granberg. I know it sure helps to correct me from developing bad habits when filing freehand.

 

[Philbert]

Filing Jigs

http://www.arboristsite.com/chainsaw/193630.htm

http://www.arboristsite.com/chainsaw/180488.htm

Philbert

 

[srb08]

I have and like that one too. Has anyone tried or use the Timberline? Looks pretty nice, and simple.

I have a Timberline. I use it in the shop to clean up my hand filing mistakes in the woods. The Granberg is good as well.

 

[Sagetown]

Here's is the Sears Professional Sharpening Guide set up. Don't look at the mess.

 

[jthornton]

You mean you have to sharpen the chain with a file and a jig?

I just run it on a smooth rock to sharpen it up... then go buy a new chain.

My neighbor has a jig thingy but I've always just sharpened by eye.

Does it really make a big difference to use the jig?

John

 

[KenJax Tree]

I don't use a jig but a friend of mine uses and Stihl FG2 and it makes a chain razor sharp but its a bench mount and that don't help if you need to sharpen out in the sticks.

 

[nstueve]

Husky guide. takes all the guess work out, works great at getting razor sharp chain and fit in your pocket when you have to walk into the woods...

here is the bailye's link. Make sure to get the right pitch. Super easy to use!
http://www.baileysonline.com/itemdetail.asp?item=HVA+505+69+81+91&catID=

 

[Guran]

+1. The Husqvarna combo filing guide is something you should have. Just order it..... :msp_smile: