Sharpening file size

[Philbert]

Now that's interesting! I have always used them level and not noticed any issues. Which manufacturer's instructions tell you to rest the guide on the depth gauge?

From a STIHL manual.


I’ve seen it other places too. Not sure if I 100% agree, especially, if you consider @Okie ‘s comments, above.

But, generally, I have seen instructions to only file level with it: NOT at a 10° ‘down angle’. STIHL does not recommend a ‘down angle’ at all.

Philbert

 

[Philbert]

But if you buy the same thing under the Pferd name, you will save about $10. I guess orange plastic costs more than blue.

Less likely to be stolen too!

Philbert

 

[can]

For the picco super chain the 11/64 or 4,5 mm file works a lot better than the 5/32 or 4,0mm untill the tooth is about half worn or so. This works for the rakers: https://www.stihl.no/nb/ap/ryttermal-krok-67816 raker guide for 3/8 lp 00008934007 the raker guide for the .325 can also be used, thats the one I use since I also use the RS pro chain. 00008934008 always one hard or it will be way to grabby.