I found this....

[Boon]

Looks like an excellent jig only I sharpen at 15 degrees and they don't as yet make one at that angle:
http://www.timberlinesharpener.com/video

any one know of something similar that would sharpen at 5-15 degrees? would be excellent for out on the field. Am still tempted to purchase if only for my standard chains.

Comments from experience would be appreciated.

 

[srb08]

Use the search function. There are a couple of good threads dealing with the Timberline.
I've been using one for a couple of years now. It takes a little getting used to but once mastered, the unit produces consistently good results.

I also purchased a chain vise from AS member Homelite410. He makes a model that's compatible with the Timberline.
The two work very well together.

 

[Dave Boyt]

I've got one that I am evaluating. It does a great job and keeps the teeth consistent. The advantage is that it is absolutely rigid, works well under poor visibility and you don't have to hold the chain or clamp the bar. Disdvantage... it is a little pricier than some of the other sharpening systems. Still, it wouldn't take too many chains to pay for itself.

 

[Boon]

Use the search function. There are a couple of good threads dealing with the Timberline.
I've been using one for a couple of years now. It takes a little getting used to but once mastered, the unit produces consistently good results.

I also purchased a chain vise from AS member Homelite410. He makes a model that's compatible with the Timberline.
The two work very well together.

Thanks did the search and found the thread, that was last year..... to date from their reply no rip chain settings as yet, am hoping they will. Good to know other out there are having good results and the comments on file sizes were a help also.

Could not find the chain vise from AS member Homelite410, found the user but not the product.

 

[Boon]

I've got one that I am evaluating. It does a great job and keeps the teeth consistent. The advantage is that it is absolutely rigid, works well under poor visibility and you don't have to hold the chain or clamp the bar. Disdvantage... it is a little pricier than some of the other sharpening systems. Still, it wouldn't take too many chains to pay for itself.

Yes agree consistency, I find that I sharpen one side a little more than the other & also like the idea of twisting to sharpen rather than pushing a file. Don't mind paying a little extra for a system that makes life a little easier with good results. I am using 3/8 chain, would be interested to know which carbide you are using on your chain and the size?

 

[Dave Boyt]

I'm using 3/8 pitch, .058, semi chisel chain, mostly, though I run some full chiesel. No good answer for a ripping chain. There are several "stump vices" available, and I'd be lost without mine. Not so necessary with the Timberline, since it holds secure. The other thing about it is that it does not have a provision for filing down the rakers. Gotta do that once in a while.

 

[BobL]

Maybe its the guy demoing it but it looks a bit slow for my liking.

 

[srb08]

Thanks did the search and found the thread, that was last year..... to date from their reply no rip chain settings as yet, am hoping they will. Good to know other out there are having good results and the comments on file sizes were a help also.

Could not find the chain vise from AS member Homelite410, found the user but not the product.

Here's the link to the chain vise thread.
http://www.arboristsite.com/community/threads/i-made-some-chain-vises.240935/

 

[Boon]

Here's the link to the chain vise thread.
http://www.arboristsite.com/community/threads/i-made-some-chain-vises.240935/

Thanks!
that's some thread....and a nice vice. My next gift to my self soon as possible

 

[Boon]

Maybe its the guy demoing it but it looks a bit slow for my liking.

Hi BobL thought that also, doesn't look like he's had too much practice let alone chainsaw experience. And he is not using any bar clamping device, if you look again the saw moves around too much to get into it after adjusting the jig.

Have not heard from anyone yet who has purchased the system and is unhappy with it, I could be wrong but it looks consistent and capable of fast sharpening with the right operator.