FlyLow
ArboristSite Operative
Maclaren was going off memory.... yes they cost $20 each. click the order tab and you will see. www.timberlinesharpener.com
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They sell just the cutters - I just purchased 4 of them.
Poke around the website a bit more and you can see them. Don't try to use any discount codes - the code may work, but your order will be rejected. (I almost bought $20 worth of cutters for $5. _almost_)
Poke around the website a bit more and you can see them. Don't try to use any discount codes - the code may work, but your order will be rejected. (I almost bought $20 worth of cutters for $5. _almost_)
memory
ArboristSite Guru
I was able to find the cutters and they are $20 a piece.
I know Rockstock was giving out promo codes for $30 off a while back. Is it still possible I could get a hold of this code? I have sent him a PM but has not responded.
I know Rockstock was giving out promo codes for $30 off a while back. Is it still possible I could get a hold of this code? I have sent him a PM but has not responded.
Majorpayne
ArboristSite Operative
I have one with both sets of guides and 7/32 and 5/32 cutters that I would sell.
Now that most of you have some time on the sharpener, how do you like it?
Thats my story,..
...and I'm sticking to it. See post #203.
I also have made the minor mod. of the groove for adjusting pawl screw on the utter side. The more I use the rig, the more I like it.
Of course, keep in mind that the only way for me to cut wood these days is to load up on painkillers first, (Fibromyalgia, etc.). So most of the time I am a happy wood cutter.:msp_drool:
OT: I do feel lucky to be able to move around, and do most of what I want to. If''n I croak in the woods, I'll be ok with it. And.... I'm pretty, well..hmmm....almost confident that my wife will twitch me out the next morning.
...and I'm sticking to it. See post #203.
I also have made the minor mod. of the groove for adjusting pawl screw on the utter side. The more I use the rig, the more I like it.
Of course, keep in mind that the only way for me to cut wood these days is to load up on painkillers first, (Fibromyalgia, etc.). So most of the time I am a happy wood cutter.:msp_drool:
OT: I do feel lucky to be able to move around, and do most of what I want to. If''n I croak in the woods, I'll be ok with it. And.... I'm pretty, well..hmmm....almost confident that my wife will twitch me out the next morning.
MacLaren
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Bob, I love it. It's perfect for someone like me IMHO. It give a perfect factory finish IMO. It's easy to use and very well made. The carbide tip will give many,many sharpenings. Replacements at only $10 are a huge plus IMO. You can use it anywhere. So yes, I have been very well pleased with it and would certainly recommend it to anyone.
I'm pleased with mine as well. It's simple to use, and does an excellent job of sharpening .
I believe that the carbide bits are $20 ,and the angle guides are$10 .
MacLaren
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Thats right. Thanks for correcting me. But still even at $20, thats a plus IMO.
blacklung65
New Member
I finally got a chance to use the timberline on an old chain that wouldn't cut hot butter. It took me about 20 minutes to set it up and sharpen the chain. I took it out and tested it on some seasoned elm (it's been down 6 years). It worked perfect. Just like a new chain. This was a great investment.
half_full
ArboristSite Guru
Just curious, anyone have a chain count on the carbide? I just ordered a few diff. sizes and one more 7/32. The one I got with the original purchase has approx. 15 chains sharpened now. Some 18", 20" and 24". I noticed a chip in my original carbide so I figured I'll compare it to a new one and see how it's holding up.
I've probably done 25+- chains. Probably 6 or so older chains that had to be gone over a few times to bring up to snuff. A couple were "rocked". Anyway, I have not noticed any difference in the carbide.
I started out trying to take too much off at a time, and have some build up in the low spots of the bit. Can't seem to get it out, and it doesn't seem to bother anything. I have graduated to taking very little off a good chain, and much less when trying to recondition an old chain. Just more go-rounds.
These chains were all 20", .325 and .375.
So, I'd say the bits are holding up just swell.
I started out trying to take too much off at a time, and have some build up in the low spots of the bit. Can't seem to get it out, and it doesn't seem to bother anything. I have graduated to taking very little off a good chain, and much less when trying to recondition an old chain. Just more go-rounds.
These chains were all 20", .325 and .375.
So, I'd say the bits are holding up just swell.
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So far I've done around 30 chains .So far the original cutter is doing well , other then My turning it backwards during a brain fade moment . The real key here is patience . Just take Your time .
nick 55
ArboristSite Guru
I got mine today from Major Payne. It is a neat unit, and I am really impressed with the construction and the quality. One question though, how do you guys space the tool up evenly so the cutters don't catch inside the slot of the tool? Do you slide a thin shim in on top of the cutters?
Nick
Nick
half_full
ArboristSite Guru
Rest the tool on the bar, insert cutter into tooth and lightly tighten one knob, the the other. Pull cutter and run chain through. If it gets stuck I bring the tool up very slightly. I did have to file the slot because I caught a tooth and tried to pull it through. The very tiny gouge was enough to catch.
nick 55
ArboristSite Guru
I spent a few more minutes reading the directions the other day(sans alcohol) and I finally understood English. Of course, I had to flip the directions over because I was reading the Spanish side before(again, alcohol inspired). I got the tool set up, then I looked at the chain specs and had to change out the angle inserts as I needed a 25° instead of 30°. Once I figured all that out, then the sharpening went very smooth. On Monday I ordered a 3/16" carbide from Timberline and it arrived yesterday. Very fast shipping, and I didn't pay a penny over the $20 for the carbide, no discount codes. I had a few minutes this afternoon so I grabbed a .325" saw and set the tool up and had the chain sharpened in 8-10 minutes. While I could see I did pretty good with a freehand file, I was able to see I was putting too much angle on the left side cutters. This tool really does help you visualize the errors you make by freehand filing. I like it a lot, and my only nitpick is that I would like to see is a 1/8" Allen wrench included for the angle inserts, but that's a pretty small nitpick.
Two thumbs up here,
Nick
Two thumbs up here,
Nick
SierraWoodsman
ArboristSite Guru
Accuracy Perfected!
My Timberline Sharpener Just arrived yesterday and today was the first chance I got it to try the tool out.
I've got to say that I had my reservations concerning this sharpener as the price did seem a bit high, but the many great reviews on this site was enough to convince me, combined with the fact that I know that most of you have seen their fair share of gimmick sharpeners and would not endorse anything but a high quality product.
After today I've got to say that it's money very well spent. The Accuracy to is achievable with this sharpener is nothing short of amazing. Like a lot of you I quickly learned that trying to remove too much material too fast does not work well.
Also like many of you who have tried it I quickly realized that good job filing that I thought I was doing was not so great after all!
The Mirror polished razor edge you can get is Awesome! I Don’t think you can get a perfectly sharpened, mirror polished edge on cutter tooth with any kind of file or grinder that I’ve ever seen. If you’re a Perfectionist this is the tool for you.
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My Timberline Sharpener Just arrived yesterday and today was the first chance I got it to try the tool out.
I've got to say that I had my reservations concerning this sharpener as the price did seem a bit high, but the many great reviews on this site was enough to convince me, combined with the fact that I know that most of you have seen their fair share of gimmick sharpeners and would not endorse anything but a high quality product.
After today I've got to say that it's money very well spent. The Accuracy to is achievable with this sharpener is nothing short of amazing. Like a lot of you I quickly learned that trying to remove too much material too fast does not work well.
Also like many of you who have tried it I quickly realized that good job filing that I thought I was doing was not so great after all!
The Mirror polished razor edge you can get is Awesome! I Don’t think you can get a perfectly sharpened, mirror polished edge on cutter tooth with any kind of file or grinder that I’ve ever seen. If you’re a Perfectionist this is the tool for you.
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KiwiBro
Mill 'em, nails be damned.
Holey Guacamole, Batman. $125? Does it make the coffee in the mornings too? Think I'll stick with imperfect but cheap hand filing and now have 125 more reasons to take more care with the hand file, or $125 dollars towards a decent grinder.
