Hand file vs grinding

[Jason Pitcher]

So which is better? I watched a YouTube video that stated grind is better than a hand file.

 

[grizz55chev]

So which is better? I watched a YouTube video that stated grind is better than a hand file.

Hand file , the grinder takes away too much material and can damage the hardened edge of the cutter. A hand filed chain will hold it's cutting edge much longer. YMMV