Which Chainsaw Sharpener is Best? Let's find out! Stihl, Granberg, Chicago Electric, Oregon

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Which Chainsaw Sharpener is Best? Let’s find out! Can any of the sharpeners make a used chain sharper than a new chain? We'll find out! Brands tested: Stihl 2-in-1, Stihl 12V, Granberg Bar Mount with file, Granberg 12V bar mount, Oregon Sure Sharp 12V, Oregon 120V Bench, Chicago Electric 120V Bench, Oregon Field Sharpening Kit. I purchased 10 identical chains and then dulled the chains. After sharpening the chains, tested them using a Makita Lithium Chainsaw in a sharpness and cutting speed test. Hope you enjoy the video!
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@Dacraun 3 года назад

I've never said it before, so I wanted to leave this here: Thank you very much for having little to no dead time on your videos. You always time your commentary on the comparison you're making just right so you're done before the test finishes. This makes it so that when you're done talking, you're ready to show the next in line, and gives your videos a very dynamic feel.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks!

@hblegal8309 3 года назад

I agree with you 110%!

@myoptik3x103 3 года назад

Yes, super professional production values.

@coliom88 3 года назад

agree completely

@kcr357 3 года назад

Agreed. Videos are long but don't lose your attention.

@VinaX2R 3 года назад

This guy is our only reliable source of knowledge about tools and he needs to be protected at all cost.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks!

@UltraGamma25 3 года назад

Commercials lie, he tells the truth.

@matsgranqvist9928 3 года назад

AvE is cool too

@MrDope-zs2id 3 года назад

@@ProjectFarm i enjoy alot of your oil testing videos and i always use penzoil i had switched to full platinum synthetic i use to use regular 5w 20 and i was wondering if you could test the difference in the regular penzoil high mileage platinum and the platinum full synthetic and i think there is also just the regular high mileage thankyou for your videos on testing out different products and was wondering if you could test the different grades of penzoil.

@chrisbarham5373 3 года назад

Absolutely

@MarkAAshdown Год назад

This guy is the best for comparison tests on you tube that I have seen. No nonsense, no time wasting and no annoying music. We should all send him a few dollars / pounds.

@joepaullawncare7222 Год назад

Since you speak for us all go ahead and Chip a a dollar for each of us

@whatcher8151 Год назад

he runs and burns (hardens of ?) the metal as fast as he talks. Easy on the grinding! RUMMMP! "blk & blue" metal

@oufannamedbrandon6715 Год назад

It's been incredible to watch you grow over the years! I remember when most everything you tested was either "should you get this cheap thing or the super cheap knockoff?." Not to say that you have gone above the average homeowners budget, it's just that your growth and success has allowed you to test some higher end tools and it's verry appreciated.. A $7 screwdriver is one thing, but when you're testing multiple different products that are $50 to $100 a piece, that's where you're saving us some serious money brother! I agree with everyone else! Protect this man at all costs! For he is the only "Quality Control" person lookin' out for the little guys!! 🤙

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks!

@jamessoncreek4553 3 года назад

Let's all stop for a minute to admire the amount of time and thought it must take for you to not only think of the ideas but to make the tests the video then editing. Thank you!!!

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

You are welcome!

@teddgram 3 года назад

Hell, I'm just admiring the time it takes to sharpen one chain by hand, let along almost a dozen of them several times. I know he shows it only takes 5 minutes or so in the video, but I remember watching my dad spend hours doing that and his end result was that he felt like it didn't help much. I have a feeling he was just buying cheap chains and/or he had a crappy sharpener. Now whenever mine get dull, I just replace them. This video is making me consider getting a good sharpener. It would definitely pay for itself within a year (my use is light). I wonder how well these would work on other materials. I found a chain I really like and it says the blades are made out of titanium. The chips that come off that chain are huge.

@urbanothepopeofdeath 3 года назад

@@teddgram i agree on just replacing them. when I know I am going to do some major cutting i just buy a couple/three new chains and have at it. I guess if you're cutting everyday or week it makes more sense to sharpen them. I do use the stihl sharpener when I am in the field cutting though and it does a very good job.

@izzyzilla80 3 года назад

Nah dremel faster

@willispower9493 3 года назад

Ha! Gotta love the internet. The guy does a good and interesting video on different chain sharpeners and a whole group of viewers spend who knows how much time arguing over why you should or shouldn't use lye and what it does to steel etc. Maybe Project Farm needs to test that.

@OVERKILL_PINBALL 3 года назад

The most famous quotes of all time: "one small step for man", "let's get ready to rumble" and "We're going to test that" :P

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks!

@MiloPerrotti 3 года назад

more like "Let's find out"! I love seeing that in the clip.

@OVERKILL_PINBALL 3 года назад

@@MiloPerrotti Me too! Another good one

@danieljones317 3 года назад

Wow. I've tried several chainsaw sharpeners, and hated every last one of them. So, I go to the hardware store, get the proper bits for the mototool, and go to town. I have a rare knack to repeat actions over and over, so holding the proper angle used to require a protractor or angle guid, but now, it's all in the muscle memory. But, I will say that the mototool is a whole lot faster than by hand!

@TheFastStang 3 года назад

Dont forget the most famous: "I make a new one" - mymechanics

@justjonoutdoors Год назад

The Stihl 2 in 1 lives in my belt pouch and gets used in the field - clear winner in my opinion…

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@jarradjones165 Год назад

I bought one of these a year ago and haven't looked back since. The best for ease of use, compactness and price. Top quality as well. I agree. The winner in my opinion as well. So easy to use you could sharpen your chain in the porta john after morning coffee. Double threat this thing is..

$@fractuss$

@fractuss Год назад

It's what I use.

@williamwalter4882 Год назад

I just bought this thing and I'm blown away at how good it performs and ease of use. I'm sold on the 2 in 1.

$@fractuss$

@fractuss Год назад

@@williamwalter4882 Yep simple, foolproof, and effective. Kinda perfect.

@55whiplash Год назад

Doing chainsaw work for 40 years almost every day, I never used anything but a file. I also never let anyone else run my saws. High-end Husky's and Stihl's. I also wrapped my files in soft cloth and kept them clean, I'd get years out of the file. We had a Stihl grinder, which some people preferred because of their inability to file it correctly. I was always constantly making new chains up for them, since they'd go through chain so fast. I did use the Stihl file tool, and found it excellent if you were careful.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for sharing.

@m4rvinmartian Год назад

Files? or grinding stones? I keep my files piled together in a drawer, same files my dad had. Probably some 60-70 year old files. I bet all that piling up damaged them. 😆

@55whiplash Год назад

@@m4rvinmartian I actually used mine every day. And the files I sourced weren't that old, so maybe the old ones stayed sharp longer, but I doubt it.

@waynejohnson9855 Год назад

hand filing is the way to go, i learned the hard way letting someone use my saw.

@majorlorne6224 5 дней назад

All of my files are separated from one another. I roll them up in a cloth. Making a "file roll" with a layer of wrap between each one. File cards or brass brushes to clean out the filings, this helps with file longevity. Files are cutting tools and should be treated as one should treat all sharp tools and protect the cutting edges from unnecessary damage.

@brtrimmer132 3 года назад

I'm a line clearance tree trimmer and the Stihl 2n1 is my go to.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing.

@EastCoastScott 3 года назад

The 2 in 1 is my go to as well. 5-10 min tops and good to go!! If I’m in the woods I use a bar clamp to hold the saw steady

@benfbuilder 3 года назад

It's definitely the best value and also the most portable. Very fast to get the chain sharp as well. That's all I use to sharpen my chains

@codycall6513 3 года назад

Awesome. I'm old school. I've got an old John Deere with a 38" bar, 67cc. Very heavy, powerful, and a great workout. Not so much fun for trimming.

@Anguish88 3 года назад

Hey same I work for abc.

@SplicesAndCelluloid 3 года назад

"Hey man, you wanna come over for a beer?" "Sorry, I'm busy sharpening 9 different chain saw blades"

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks for watching.

@alexanderraykhert1019 3 года назад

CHAIN AND BAR! There is no blade

@isaach4945 3 года назад

"Sorry, I'm busy watching a guy sharpen 9 different chainsaw blades"

@bassboat1 3 года назад

"Sorry, I'm busy dulling 9 chainsaw chains"

@Za_TA 3 года назад

@@bassboat1 Ahaha That is good one! :D

@Frankiarmz 2 года назад

Twenty years ago I purchased the big Oregon bench sharpener , think I paid $300 , and some spare stones . I have sharpened hundreds of chains and it’s still in perfect condition! There is definitely a learning curve , easy to remove too much material, and burn cutter ! You must adjust slowly and go easy !

@ProjectFarm 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing.

@SecureRepairAndSales Год назад

I have used the sthil 2 n1 for nearly 2 years now , compact, convenient, fast and easy to use. It also fits in the glove box of my utv without trying to keep track of accessories or other loose parts other sharpeners need.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for sharing.

@matzeh442 5 месяцев назад

dito. blue 2in form Pferd

@wayne251975 3 месяца назад

I own 4 of those from Stihl. They run about $40 here in Alabama and I own so many because they seemed to disappear when I would cut some storm trees so I would pick another up. It is the only time I haven't been upset about buying needless multiples. Now I have them everywhere I need them... BTW, I haven't checked lately but the Pferd ones or knock offs I'm not sure are almost half on eBay. I believe Pferd makes these for Stihl. If price has got you unsure I wouldn't think twice about buying one on eBay. They really are that good...

@therealdojj 3 года назад

Never owned a chainsaw Never envisage needing one Certainly won't need a chainsaw chain sharpener So why am I watching this video? Because Project Farm 😁 Feel free to use that as a slogan everyone 👍👍👍

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thank you!!

@bigwrenchtech 3 года назад

Thank God for project Farm! Yes, because project Farm!

@davidp2888 3 года назад

I was going to say the same thing. I'll never use some of the products that Todd tests but having the knowledge about them is important to me.

@notablediscomfort 3 года назад

Man bidness.

@LukaArtelj 3 года назад

*_Stihl 2 in 1 is the best! I use it all the time, on the field even 2-3 times per day. Simple brainless sharpening ;) I hate electric sharpener if you don't have electricity nearby and they also take away a LOOT of material making chain useless after a week of working !!_*

@ditzydoo4378 3 года назад

The Stihl 2 in 1 on time, cost, set-up and results is by far a clear winner.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Great point!

@benjamincrooker2533 3 года назад

@@ProjectFarm The stihl two in one would've done an even better job had you purchase the right size file in the tool for your chain. It's a precision made piece of equipment. Not recommended to swap out file diameter sizes. It messes up the tolerances. Best sharpener I ever owned. 🤗👍

@LSWH 3 года назад

I agree, I love mine!!!

@housetopranch 3 года назад

Agreed. I have two Stihl 2 in 1s-one for each size chain I own. They are affordable, reasonably fast, and do a very good job of keeping my saws sharp while cutting juniper firewood. Plus, no need for electricity of any kind, they are very quiet, simple to use and the files last much longer than sharpening stones. I bought one of those Chicago sharpeners. Never made it past reading the set up instructions! Thanks to ProjectFarm for validating my purchase decision! What a great reviewer!!!

@gustavoolvera1776 3 года назад

@@benjamincrooker2533 up mom c mmm k time Zyb CB M u f l youll k

@calebmcmanamon7037 2 года назад

Personally I use the Stihl 2 in 1 and it's a great compromise between simplicity, price, and performance. Great video! Thank you for all your hard work on this channel. After watching; I no longer feel the urge to buy/try a new sharpener. I now believe that the 2 in 1 is the best option for the particular work that I do. Cheers 🍻

@ProjectFarm 2 года назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@Bhoag14 2 года назад

I agree I cut professionally and the 2 and 1 does the job for us

@gregoryjames7976 2 года назад

I have a 2 in 1 by Pferd. Also from Germany. Excellent results. Don’t mind sharpening the saw any more.

@MikkoRantalainen 2 года назад

I agree. That tools is a perfect combination of simplicity and accuracy. As long as you have working hand muscles, you don't need motors for this stuff. And since it also cuts the depth gauges at the same time, it's usually the fastest tool for the job.

@ianmclean5541 2 года назад

I love my 2 in 1. Been sharpening saws for many years and have found nothing that comes close to this tool.

@rickscal Год назад

I love this video. Nothing but pertinent info. No dead air or wasted words. I also loved the scientific integrity, the weighted bar to insure consistency and the 2nd take of the whole process. Good job!

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks so much!

@peterfoster7861 2 года назад

I run a firewood and tree removal business and run 4 stihl chainsaws ranging from a 230 to a 441c magnum. I have tried all forms of sharpening tools over the years including the electrics and the granberg system which bolts on the bar. The small electrics wear out stones very fast and the big electrics are not site potable. The granberg bolt on the bar system is accurate but cumbersome and I threw mine away after a few sharpenings. By far the best system I have found is the stihl 2 in 1 for simplicity,ease of handling and portability. Just cannot beat it.

@MarkAAshdown Год назад

I agree

@Brandon.Fischer Год назад

I go back and forth between the 2 in 1 and the oregon bench grinder skipping the rakers on the grinder. To me that makes a really consistent really sharp chain

@andrewcrouch3548 Год назад

Yup can’t beat the two and one portable just keep a good shark file and you’re good to go

@danstevens2204 Год назад

Agreed

@tjdent7166 Год назад

I agree also from 71 year old fellow. I also believe the stihl chains are the best. To me, these chains stay sharp longer and wear longer. It is like that have much better steel to begin with.

@Odin31b 3 года назад

This channel is what youtube is supposed to be about. Amazing knowledge for the world. In short, thanks for posting.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

You are welcome!

@tgsgardenmaintenance4627 Год назад

The Stihl 2 in 1 is the one I would go for! Good results with no power supply needed! Also small and compact and you could carry it with you.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Great feedback. Thank you!

@wispy_and_whiskered Год назад

I keep mine right in the stihl chainsaw case

@dogslobbergardens6606 Год назад

The trouble with using powered grinders to sharpen anything dry is *heat* . You can see in at least one of the closeups, the teeth are discolored blue after grinding. That oxidation color means you've overheated the steel; it's no longer tempered properly, and it will not stay sharp as long. That chain is more or less junk now... you'll find yourself sharpening it a LOT more often, and therefore you'll have to replace it much sooner.

@TheZebinatorofficial Год назад

Yeah, there is a reason why powered knife grinders run slow and in a water bath. Even the vintage foot cranked knife grinders ran a water bath. Temper is key for cutting tools!

@tyler7433 4 месяца назад

oh god this wives tale again, saw chain is not hardened, that's why you can sharpen it with a hand file . the only thing you end up doing by "blueing a tooth" is make it harder to hand file sharpen because you have potentially added temper

@moglbym_dyskutowac_z_psem 4 месяца назад

First it had to quenched to be able to temper it. When you heat up the chain uncotrolably then coll it down in air, its not tempering.@@tyler7433

@truckguy6.7 Месяц назад

@@tyler7433 Yup, these chains are 20 bucks new. They are not high end exotic steel you would find in a chefs knife of high end edc knives.

@camerongunn7906 3 года назад

PF: "I will now sharpen 9 chainsaw blades." Foresters everywhere: "The Absolute MadLad!"

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Lol, Thank you!

@MichaelMacGyver 3 года назад

it's ya boi!.....Project Raid: Farm Legends

@intox69 3 года назад

I assume they'rere probably thinking "Chainsaw blades?"

@camerongunn7906 3 года назад

@@intox69 Huh?

@scottchadbourne4759 3 года назад

@@intox69 Not sure what's up with the "blade" referral when it comes to chainsaws, either. They have a "bar" and a "chain".

@GarrettCox96 3 года назад

"We're gonna test that"...Companies begin sweating. :) love every one of your videos,you help the consumer more than anyone .

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thank you!

@curtisdoss2469 2 года назад

I worked as the yardman for a logging company for several years. The best chain sharpener I found was a file. I tried one of these electric sharpeners and even had a person who worked on our chainsaws to sharpen chains using his sharpener. They all harden the chain to the point you cannot sharpen them with a file when you need to.

@rhiantaylor3446 2 года назад

This is a really important point that many will miss

@beingsentient 2 года назад

Curtis, are standard round files okay to use for this? It seems the cutting links on the chain are hardened and the file I used couldn't bite into them very well. I did succeed and the results were good, but are there better files available, such as diamond grit and carbide? How critical is file diameter?

@curtisdoss2469 2 года назад

@@beingsentient I always use a chain saw file. You have to use the right size file also. There are several different sizes of files. Which one depends on what kind of chain you use. Most saw manuals tell you which size to use for your chain type. Also the person who sold you the saw/chain should be able to point you to the right size.

@harvestvillage695 Год назад

If it hardens the chain isn't that a good thing? As in stays sharp longer while you are cutting?

@curtisdoss2469 Год назад

@@harvestvillage695 makes it nearly impossible to field sharpen with a file though. Didn't seem to last as long as with a file either.

@johnburakowski61 Год назад

An electric grinder does put on a good edge, but I've found that the edge doesn't last as long as using a file. My theory is that the grinder doesn't take the temper out of the whole tooth but does take it out of the fine cutting edge, as the edge is so thin. It's the only thing I can think of that would cause this to happen. I'm a retired tree climber and have sharpened saws thousands of times in the field.

@ryurc3033 Год назад

I've been cutting firewood for 20 years, and completely agree. Even if a grinder can get it just as sharp, it just doesn't last

@TulaneAve Год назад

I have noticed this but still use my HF grinder about every 3rd sharpen and then lightly. I still manually field sharpen when needed.

$@fractuss$

@fractuss Год назад

Seems like any electric sharpener is bound to shorten the chain life.

@gravityalwayswins1434 Год назад

I find hand filing is plenty good enough, and definitely the way to go in the field. I touch up while taking a break gassing and oiling the saw. 'Machine grade accuracy' disappears fast while cutting. Touch it up and get back to work.

@tatertots-n-soup Год назад

It is all in the mechanics of how youre holding the grinder. If your pass has a wobble or canter then you have a weaker rounded more dull edge. Every rig is going to have different results. How precise is your rig/jig? The alignment of your arm grinder body is very importantant not to have a cross action working against your angle of a perfect inline stroke..

@OmegaGamingNetwork 3 года назад

"One of my least favorite things to do is chain sharpening" A Fricking Men...The only thing I hate more than sharpening chains is cutting with a dull one.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@landscapingspecialist 3 года назад

Gives us something to do when it’s raining/too wet out.

@josephbucko 3 года назад

Can you do one on digital torque wrenches? I seen the other day harbor freight has one and I would like to see how it held up to a snap on. Like if you agree 👍🤙🤙

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Great suggestion!

@editre011774 3 года назад

@@ProjectFarm I was wandering the same thing. I need to buy a torque wrench and was wandering if the one at Harbor freight was worth buying. PS, Your channel is the best on RU-vid!

@libertystuffnthingsreviews829 3 года назад

My manual Craftsman and Wright Tool torque wrenches are growing tired. Costs a lot to calibrate them. Seen digital ones at dealerships and there seems to be a big range in the green light and beep.

@colemanbonner 3 года назад

I seconds this, I use the cornwell CTG5000ANG, because at the time I bought it 3 years ago it was half the price of the snap-on equivalent and I like the weekly warranty service. From what I understand the cornwell is identical to the Eastwood digital wrench. The head was very cheap feeling and coarse-tooth, but I swapped a snap-on 1/2 ratchet head into it with a tiny bit of filing the opening. Would love to see how accurate it is compared to others, both in Torque and angle measurements. Your channel is excellent, please keep up the great work!

@coreyg7255 3 года назад

I agree, this would be a good one. And please include the digital adapter style like the AC Delco one that you use in the videos, and the Quinn digital adapter style from HF.

@WeighedWilson Год назад

I think adding "filed by hand with a round file" would have been a good control group.

@ikesquirrel Год назад

That would have put even more variables into the test. Understanding the sharpener and using it correctly is #1.

@SurfMonkeyCoconut Год назад

The “Oregon field sharpener” was basically a round file by hand. It had that angle jig clipped on to assist the angle, but that doesn’t really help as much as just allowing the chain tooth to guide the angle. I’m glad to see the old fashioned low tech way is about equal with all those power sharpeners and even a new chain. The slow and steady process probably gets more life out of the chain too; instead of hogging it down with abrasive disks or rods.

@kevinmaas3229 Год назад

Thank you for your attention to detail and explanation of the process. This serves to make the video credible. Keep up the good work.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks, will do!

@LSWH 3 года назад

I find myself sitting here rooting for my tools, and today I was not disappointed. I love my Stihl 2-in-1!!!

@davidreynolds731 3 года назад

Same, and fits in your back pocket!

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@silencz1 3 года назад

Agreed no hassle does a great job use it in the woods. Can change out the files when worn out. There is no better file in my opinion.

@patrickcorbett8361 3 года назад

Grat job...its nice to see a real product comparison ( some are so bias ) Thanks.....I'll be back! pc

@paultaylor7691 3 года назад

Certainly is advantageous in being a 2-in-1 sharpener over my HF Grinder which, overall, scores highly on value-for-money & ease of use. Thanks for a neat comparison video.

@Heroo01 3 года назад

My only goal in life is to be called "Very impressive" by Project Farm

@crackedemerald4930 3 года назад

"we have twenty commenters here and we're going to see who comments the best"

@uiopuiop3472 3 года назад

thakita vs stihl

@DiscoFang 3 года назад

You do NOT want to know how he's going to test you to get that rating.

@ihdieselman 3 года назад

@@DiscoFang this is the most underrated comment on RU-vid.

@vincenti9580 10 месяцев назад

With a chuckle to boot 😂

@titusm9837 Год назад

i think that there is a very important variable here: the angle that you use the chainsaw to cut -- is not the same all the time. A steeper angle means greater cutting area - this can influence the time a lot. thank you for your test. it is always nice to watch your videos

@edwintamasese9176 Год назад

In a world where you can trust so few, you make up the few. Amazing work. Thanks for all you do.

@MADHIKER777 2 года назад

I love my Stihl 2 in 1. Not only is it fast, portable and requires no power, but it does a great job with both the teeth and the rakes. The testing times obviously don't include removing and replacing the chain with some units, a fact that eliminates those from consideration for me. Plus, there's something satisfying about hand sharpening a chain, that can't be quantified.

@ProjectFarm 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing.

@hannahsmovies5612 3 года назад

I personally love the Stihl 2 in 1, we always take it with us to the forest, takes me max 3 minutes to sharpen the chain.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing.

@dagrote1 3 года назад

Yep. You can't go back to the shop and run your power grinder if you're out working. Lowering the depth gauge at the same time is a big plus, too.

@txmuddigger 3 года назад

Hands down the best for the money.

@bing12345678901 3 года назад

You got it right Hannah. I do the same. Files rakers(depth gauges) at the same time. Great sharpener

@markbrisec3972 3 года назад

I've tried many sharpening tools and failed miserably. I haven't used the Stihl. Is it easy to use by a layman?

@redsite001 2 года назад

I love his videos and how he finds ways to get consistent results but I think the reason some tested slower was because the depth gauges weren’t changed. if you ground the teeth back and not the rakers, you would have a slower cut because the teeth aren’t removing as much material per pass. (Depending on the torque) there is a ratio, Cut time is a direct result of chain speed, torque, cutter depth and cutter efficiency. The Stihl 661 magnum I use has decent torque, the chain from the factory has rakers that are set to .025” which does no good when the saw is hitting the rev limiter. after some testing I now run .050”. (This can vary depending on the hardness of the wood) A saw with more torque will cut faster running a more aggressive chain. A saw with less torque would benefit using less aggressive rakers and more chain speed. There are other variables including cutter grinds like semi chisel and full chisel, semi skip and full skip, square and round file, hardwood vs soft wood, diameter of wood and the length of the bar. All in all it is the ratio of chain speed, cutter depth and cutter efficiency.

@Axel_Andersen 2 года назад

The thing is that adjusting the depth gauges is an other chore. Looks to be that the Stihl 2.ín 1does that ...

@sycamorebendfarm4969 5 месяцев назад

Yes, I came to the comments to say the same thing. Cut time and depth will also be relate to pressure on the chainsaw and the chainsaw's power reserve (e.g., gas vs. electric)

@DrJohn493 Год назад

Good comparison of the chain sharpeners. In the woods, I've been using the Sthil 2-in-1 and stump vise with good results. I resharpen ever two to three gas refills depending on the wood being cut. Back at the workbench, I'll sometimes use a Dremel tool with their proprietary chain sharpening kit. Good results with the Dremel but since I keep the chains resharpened in the woods (and I usually end the day dressing up the chain) I rarely use the Dremel.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for sharing!

@therealdojj 3 года назад

Now that I've seen the entire video, I'm really impressed that you have everyone a second chance "because I'm not very good at sharpening chains" I didn't think you could get fairer than a Project Farm test, but it seems that you can 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks for watching.

@Blacklistwar 3 года назад

This is the absolute most unbiased channel about tools I have ever seen, I love it

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks!

@Blacklistwar 3 года назад

@@ProjectFarm I only stumbled upon your channel 2 days ago I'm curious why the Kobalt chainsaw was not featured in chainsaw videos?

@willrogers1023 2 года назад

Great job! Thank you! I enjoy your channel!

@ericmann1781 2 года назад

@@Blacklistwar Because it's not a chainsaw comparison, it's a chainsaw sharpener comparison......

@mountainmanmike8383 2 года назад

The grandberg is amazing for milling. Mainly because you don’t have to take the saw off the mill or take the chain off the bar and disassemble everything. I can put my 7 foot mill/220 link chain razor sharp in 15 min

@kevindumas1743 Год назад

Thank you very much for the time & effort you put in to this video. not sure if anyone else has ever gone to this extent to explain chainsaw sharpening…great job!!

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks and you are welcome!

@BL-yj2wp 3 года назад

I love how the second Granberg is just the previous two combined.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@Mr.Everything___ 3 года назад

when you don't even own a chainsaw, but click because you love Project Farm videos!!

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks for watching!

@koraysivrikaya223 3 года назад

Absolutely!!!

@jeromeduffy9270 3 года назад

Grab one at yard sale. Fuel lines likely bad. 10 bucks like new

@Mr.Everything___ 3 года назад

@@jeromeduffy9270 I would but I dont have a need for one yet

@jeromeduffy9270 3 года назад

@@Mr.Everything___ fun to have.

@tangowiskey4740 Год назад

Your fairly scientific videos are the best maybe the only reviews that I trust. Keep up the great reviews USN Retired

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for your service! Thanks and you are welcome!

@m4rvinmartian Год назад

regarding reviews... you don't know the half of it. Some places have you sign a non-disparagement agreement before they send out review products (early release stuff). There's a certain industry that is having a trade show this month that is pretty bad for "soft reviews".

@barbwelch8556 Год назад

Great test! And I'm pleased to see that the Granberg faired well, since that's the style sharpener I've used for the past 45 years! ONE NOTE: Stihl makes (or made) a heavy duty, made in Germany look-alike of the Granberg hand sharpener. I picked mine up about 10 years ago and like it better than the Granberg just for its larger size and stout, cast aluminum frame

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

@jimmyyounger618 3 года назад

I bought 2 of the Stihl 2 in 1 sharpeners last year and love them! You're getting the depth gauge work done without even thinking about it, and they're small, portable and don't need a power source.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing.

@ILruffian 3 года назад

Agreed.

@velvirek 3 года назад

I used to hate to sharpen my chains until I bought this stihl 2 in 1 sharpener, it is a game changer for me...

@beaugoodgine5057 3 года назад

My dad has it and loves it

@MTnumber11 3 года назад

I use a stump vice with my 2&1. It's fast, reliable and simple. Just keep sharp files in it and you cant go wrong.

@richd5749 2 года назад

Like most of our early learning from educated people who were not liking kids very much but the money comes in whether we learned what they put on the board. Just in case we had a question on subject matter.🤔

@med1pilot1956 2 дня назад

The best nonbiased test I've seen. Thank you.

@ProjectFarm 2 дня назад

Thanks and you are welcome!

@danielhaglund244 Год назад

Thank you! For taking the time to do this and do it well. No nonsense, fact filled and professional! The only option I missed was a hand filed chain using only files and a depth gauge. That is what I use, or the bench grinder. All depending the chain and its state.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks and you are welcome!

@pablopicaro7649 3 года назад

Used a Dremel with Sharpening stone for many many years, do it by eye. Always works fine. Maybe not optimal, but plenty sharp. Sharpening done ON the bar. easy to see what already done because layer of oil removed from blade done. (done most like the Stihl version)

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing.

@motomartin 3 года назад

Yep - same here - takes 2 mins for whole chain..

@SP-wk1en 3 года назад

I file mine, but I was kinda thinking the same.

@hanwagu9967 3 года назад

if you have bad eyes, you can just buy the dremel chain saw sharpening attachment.

@SVMSICE 3 года назад

Ohhh man! I’ll say it again, “ Most useful channel on RU-vid” 😄

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Appreciate that!

@blacksheepboyz Месяц назад

I always need to look through your old videos to understand how a specific product and technique works. Thanks again.

@andrewtucker274 Год назад

Hi I have been sharpening my chainsaw for the last 50 years on watching your video I bought a Granberg sharpener I’m converted I personally think it’s sharper than when it was new many thanks for your video

@andrewtucker274 Год назад

Forgot to say it’s the rotary Granberg

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for sharing.

@brayan_m 3 года назад

You should do a “best hydraulic car jack”

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thank you for the video idea!

@isaacvoeller3208 3 года назад

Yes I would like to see that.

@goatmeet12 3 года назад

Just bought the big daytona from HF. I hope I picked a good one lol

@7kyro 3 года назад

This!

@EricGrain 3 года назад

That would be a great idea, I've bought a few that have really let me down for their durability

@Pwner123able 3 года назад

I love to see that both you and, speaking for myself others weren't gonna be satisfied with the first round of results. Thank you for the dedication of going back over the products and taking the time to produce accurate tests! We appreciate your hard work and dedication!

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Awesome! Thank you!

@tyjones5019 3 года назад

I second that! Thank you!

@ozzyvanhalenrox Год назад

I really like that Stihl 2-1. Also convenient to not have to remove the chain from the saw just to sharpen it.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@joepaullawncare7222 Год назад

Need more than 1 chain. Wear 1 out swap them out. Sharpen all at once

@redfish-vg9dj Год назад

I always appreciate the inventive ways you come up with, to produce tests that are equal across the board, for each product!!!

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks!

@redfish-vg9dj Год назад

@@ProjectFarm thank you!! I use your reviews to guide me in what products to use all the time, you never steer me wrong.

@heybird5660 2 года назад

I found the stihl 2in1 to be pretty good. Here in australia we cut alot hardwood & have lots of termites so the wood often has dirt in it so chai wear is really bad so not only does the cutting edge go blunt quickly the height of the tooth wears also. The 2in1 not only sharpens but also reduces the height of the rakers. Alot of people have trouble sharpening chains because they dont realise the height of the rakers is important.

@ProjectFarm 2 года назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@49100CHP 8 месяцев назад

As a professional woodcutter in Australia I agree completely. The Stihl 2 in 1 is easy to use and does need power. That means you can sharpen in the forest / bush every refuel which for me can be every hour or 30 min if really going hard on a Stihl 500i.

@49100CHP 8 месяцев назад

That does not need power.

@jpen5599 7 месяцев назад

@@49100CHPAmen.

@theseandowney 3 года назад

I've been using the Stihl 2 in 1 for about 2 years now and I'm so glad you were able to confirm my biases! Thank you as always!

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

You are welcome!

@shanemas8838 3 года назад

My thoughts exactly. I've always loved using it and "felt" it to be sharper than factory. It's my #1 for in that it doesn't need voltage to run. Thank You!

@LemonySnicket-EUC 3 года назад

I use one in the field and touch up my chains regularly rather than let them get dull before I sharpen. Great sharpener.

@natehill8069 8 месяцев назад

I use the Dremel saw sharpening kit, which comes with 3 stones and costs about $15 (of course you have to have a Dremel already). It seems to do good enough, it looks similar to the Oregon or the Stihl 12V units.

@manandatractor Год назад

I asked my buddy, who is a professional tree guy, how he sharpened his chain out in the field. Keep in mind that this was years ago before many of the products used here were even in existence. He used a round file for the tooth and a flat file for the rakers, if needed, no guides or anything else of that sort. I followed suit and with some practice got fairly proficient with this method. Fast forward years later when the Stihl 2-in-1 was introduced and it changed everything with the ability to sharpen chains consistently and accurately. I love that tool! I've been working some white oak this week and the chain is most definitely throwing some chips.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@timothkeyyprice 3 года назад

Appreciate learning that my Dremel tool with the proper stone is just fine; experience helps.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks!

@stephenkilpatrick7199 3 года назад

@TimothyPrice: exactly! I use my Dremel with a lawnmower blade guide every year, and it gives a nice, sharp cut.

@timothkeyyprice 3 года назад

Project Farm shows how the commercial products stack up against each other, but often I find none of the products are worth having😉

@ILruffian 3 года назад

Are you sharpening the rakers as well, or just the cutters? I was a Dremel guy for years until I recently learned what I was doing. Dremel is great for cutters. Using it for rakers is dangerous unless you hand depth gauge each one. The Stihl 2 in 1 is definitely worth having. The 2/1=cutters and rakers. It automatically hits both while maintaining the proper ratio of cutter/raker. Way faster than depth gauging each raker. Worth having if you don't want to lose fingers.

@timothkeyyprice 3 года назад

Your warning seems a bit over the top. Been doing this for years and fingers are fine.

@MichaelMacGyver 3 года назад

Project Farm: "When it comes to using a chainsaw, one of my least favorite things to do, is chain sharpening!" Also Project Farm: *makes a video sharpening 9 chains all at once

@MichaelMacGyver 3 года назад

Also Project Farm: "I hate getting punched in the face, so next video I'll be testing 12 different types of brass knuckles on my own face"

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks for watching.

@picax8398 3 года назад

@@MichaelMacGyver the fuck lol

@SportbikerNZ 3 года назад

Ah the sacrifice he's willing to make is most valued.

@falfas55bgas 3 года назад

The Stihl 2 in 1 will make sharpening easy and no longer a chore. I have a Triton SuperJaws in my shop and I clamp a 5 inch C- Clamp in it and use that to clamp my bar and sharpen my chain on the saw with the 2 in 1. It's quick to clamp my saw and a good height to sharpen at. Takes about 5 mins to sharpen. In the field I just set the saw on the back of my truck, put the tip of the bar in my stomach (usually wearing a sweatshirt), sharpen all the top teeth, then rotate the chain. 3-4 times and I'm done. Probably 7 minutes that way.

@small-town-southern-man3573 Год назад

I hand file exclusively. Pferd files are the best I’ve found. I’ve had to sharpen my chain while up a tree. Difficult to do that with a sharpener.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for sharing.

@kreech68 Месяц назад

I'm always impressed by your attention to detail, and I LOVE the rapid delivery!!

@ProjectFarm Месяц назад

Thanks!

@Diogo328a 3 года назад

I never held a chainsaw in my life and honestly don't see myself in a situation where I will need a chain sharpener but I can't stop watching, that's how great and well made this man's videos are

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks so much!

@saschaschneider6355 3 года назад

Fun fact: I was listening to an album named Grinding Stone when the notification came up. Great test, the effort you put into every single video remains astonishing and I thoroughly enjoy your methodology! Thanks for this high quality content!

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thank you!

@MCMinerHQ Год назад

Even when there are scientific or methodical errors in your videos your collection is the best resource for learning about tools. Thank you !

@mattd8411 Год назад

Best reviews I've ever seen. Unbiased and short to the point. Have you ever done one on the best water fittings? Shark bites, crimp rings, solder or compression.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks so much!

@KrazyMitchAdventures 3 года назад

I love it when Project Farm recommends tools I already own. Thanks Todd, another awesome video.. I have an old (really old) Homelite. I have been using Granberg sharpeners for ever.. I'm going to get a Granberg 12v just cause the older I get, the less time I want to spend sharpening my saw every season.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks so much! Thanks for sharing.

@jacobbblockland8544 3 года назад

Even when you review products I will most likely never use, I still love to watch your videos. As always thank you for the content and keep up the good work! Can't wait for the next Video!

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

You are so welcome, will do!

@dagglock7615 Год назад

Grandberg (Not the 12V) is what I have. It was a Christmas gift from my wife a few years ago. Made in the USA and it shows!! Works like a dream.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for sharing.

@henrybelada3811 Год назад

I have a Oregon one like this one. I been using it for over 30 years or more. Never use anything else. I cut firewood for myself and some friends. Not everyday, just a few times a year.

@glennllewellyn7369 3 месяца назад

Interesting. Ta mate!

@svgalene465 Год назад

I used to work in a chainsaw repair shop. We had a heavy duty commercial quality bench mounted sharpener but I always touched up each cutter by hand with a few light strokes of a file afterwards. It made a big difference.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for sharing.

@528Circle 3 года назад

Project Farm spares no expense of his time or money to make these videos. Another stellar video!

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks so much!

@528Circle 3 года назад

@@ProjectFarm while i have you - I saw that you did a video on oscillating tool blades. have you done one on the best oscillating tool? I've been thinking about getting one

@Wittyusername82 3 года назад

Another great test! I’ve used the Stihl 2in1 for a while yet and it’s hard to beat, especially in the woods away from a work bench.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Great point!

@phi376 3 года назад

Totally agree! I bought one for each of the three chain sizes I use. Great tool! You can buy them directly from Pferd who makes them for Stihl.

@RaleysSmallEngines 3 года назад

Great video as always. I appreciate the time, effort and detail you put into each of your videos.

@joeresch8772 Год назад

I'm fairly new to chainsaws, only been using them a couple years now. I bought Stihl chainsaws and the 2 in 1 sharpener with them. Being a beginner, the sharpener works great and easy to use in the field when I accidentally hit dirt and dull the chains.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for sharing.

@billmoran3812 Год назад

I tried all kinds of sharpeners and found the Oregon bench grinder maintained the chain in like new sharpness over the life of the chain. I manually filed the depth gauges as needed, using a flat file free handed. I always kept a couple fresh sharpened chains with me when cutting so it was easy to quickly swap them when one got dull.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for sharing.

@davs2628 3 года назад

Never used chainsaw in my life yet watched whole vdo. Love from Asia.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks for watching!

@endutubecensorship 3 года назад

Best chain sharpener: - Eyeball, Mk 1 - New file - Years of practice & experience

@--SD-- 3 года назад

You ain't wrong there friend!

@quikscopez102 3 года назад

True that brother.

@deweywallace6314 Год назад

I learned to sharpen chains with a file in the 60s and always considered it the best way. Your excellent video did nothing to change my mind.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@ronkay1573 5 месяцев назад

Hand filing only. Can’t bring all those gadgets in the woods.

@OldsXCool 3 года назад

"We're gonna test that" needs to be on on a shirt and a hat..........and possibly on my underwear.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Go to project-farm.com to view new merchandise "We're gonna test that".

@doritos6548 3 года назад

Kinky.

@RenaxTM91 3 года назад

@@ProjectFarm I clicked the link but sadly didn't find any underwear. I feel this needs attention.

@electronicsNmore 3 года назад

"It was so bad that I had to make sure the chain wasn't on backwards" LOL. I learned something new about cleaning up the chains using lye. You must have a massive inventory of power tools. Loved the video!

@replynotificationsdisabled 3 года назад

Doubt the lye helps any. Sure wouldn't use it on a motorcycle chain.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks!

@Sun-ut9gr 3 года назад

@@replynotificationsdisabled Well no shit you wouldn't use it on a motorcycle chain. Lye is used to remove the dead tree bits from the chain before sharpening. Unless your motorcycle eats dead trees, don't use lye on it lol

@trollmcclure1884 3 года назад

@@replynotificationsdisabled It only reacts with aluminium or zinc. I'd stick with gasoline or diesel too tho because I dont know the alloy

@replynotificationsdisabled 3 года назад

@@Sun-ut9gr but you'd use it on a chain with blades, literally in front of your face?

@daviddejong187 Год назад

I use the Stihl 2 in 1 and have been very impressed with it. Very easy to use so right now I see no reason to try anything else. Great review

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Great feedback on the Stihl

@ReneC77 2 года назад

As always, great intel! I’ll be going with the Sthil 2 in 1 myself. Thanks for all your time and effort!

@Whigu 3 года назад

I don't own chainsaw but for some weird reason I still find this video interesting :-) Just like all Project Farm videos I just like to watch them because they are really well done and interesting and I will always learn something new from them =)

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thank you very much!

@SH-di8im 3 года назад

I don’t use a chainsaw every day maybe once a week or sometimes maybe once a month but I like chainsaws and I got two of them

@johnw1178 3 года назад

You should get a chainsaw. They’re fun tools 🤪 and now you know which sharpener to get 😉

@SH-di8im 3 года назад

@@johnw1178 And if there something in your way just cut it

@cycle4lifeac 3 года назад

The timberline chain sharpener would have been an ideal addition to this list. It's a unique system. Personally I like to hand file and find that with practice you can get much sharper than factory and faster cutting which is usually determined by raker height adjustment.

@advance9572 3 года назад

Definitely!

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Great point!

@lewiemcneely9143 3 года назад

NICK has the secret. The raker/drags height!

@WOODDIGDIY 3 года назад

I like to hand file as well. I use the oregon 12v infield for dirty logs sense it's so fast. You can definitely implement hand sharping skills in to the portable 12 v sharpeners.

@lewiemcneely9143 3 года назад

@@WOODDIGDIY I think about getting a grinder but just don't. Asa long as I can file one there's really no need and as far as taking the drags down it's too much trouble to swap stones just for that and having to take the chain off the saw too. And I might have a spare chain but most of the time I don't. And I run Stihl chains because of holding an edge so well. I used to run Oregon till I tried a Stihl. I'll pay the extra for the extra cutting and most of mine is firewood that's been skidded so dirt is a regular deal. And I always clean, file and gas and oil after I get done so I'm ready to go when needed. And am using Tru-fuel and don't ever have to worry IF a saw will start. BLESSINGS 2 U!

@roncharbonneau797 Год назад

The Stihl 2 an 1 is the only one that touchs up your rakes at the same time with the same tool. another big plus.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@arubanjames 7 месяцев назад

I am now rewatching videos from 2 years ago to see what I should buy again. Love this channel!

@ProjectFarm 7 месяцев назад

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

@sapolefrog1736 3 года назад

“We’re going to test that” has become your trade mark.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thanks!

@ILruffian 3 года назад

He should registered it. I used a DC attorney named Josh Gerben for mine. #2 attorney in the US for number of trademarks filed. Prices were *insanely* reasonable.

@dieselbronco9247 3 года назад

We need a t-shirt with the project farm logo that says " we're going to test that"

@billmaxwell640 3 года назад

As usual, great information. I have used chain saws for over 50 years and have hated filing chain saws for decades. About 20 years ago I picked up grinding bits for my Dremel tool and my chainsaw sharpening miseries were over. No special jigs or holders were needed....just maintaining the correct angle by eye and grinding until stone nicks were gone has produced excellent results. Plus my Dremel can be used for all kinds of tasks. Keep up the good work. Great testing protocols, great subjects. Your wood glue testing deserves a national science award.

@chastblind7606 3 года назад

That self sharpening tool didn't have a chain come with it? That one requires a special chain

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

It did not come with a chain. Thank you

@dngendron 3 года назад

Yup but still junk 🤷🏼🤡

@mikemead2315 3 года назад

The real Oregon one needs a special chain, bar, and sharpener. The real one has a chain with cutting edges on top like chisels, which is why it works. The spoof versions play off the idea trying to get people to think it can sharpen any chain. It cant.

@Deere2154D 3 года назад

Yup special chain required for them.

@MDalton10 3 года назад

@@ProjectFarm maybe a bonus video of using the self sharpener until chain failure or if it will eventually create a new cutting edge like the proprietary chain.

@matthewcrist1012 Год назад

I watched this video a year ago and I’m rewatching it after a year with that hobo freight bench grinder. Honestly I love it. It works good enough and is easy to use.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks for the feedback.

@glennllewellyn7369 3 месяца назад

Yep. Similar here.

@Mr.Martin4500 Год назад

I've had the Stihl 2 in 1 sharper for a few years now, it's spot on every time. It's definitely helped cut my sharpening time in half, and most importantly it's significantly shortened how long I'm cutting with my STIHL MS 462... I'll not look for another kind unless I have to. Thank you Sir.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.

@patrickcronin6829 3 года назад

The most interesting part was cleaning them. That’s probably the first thing I need to do from now on. I’ve always used the basic Oregon kit. I think I’m going to get the Stihl 2 in 1. It looks like the most versatile. Thanks for this video.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thank you!

@b.p.3743 3 года назад

The stihl 2in1 is awesome.. I own several of the others and will never use them again... 2in1 is the bomb

@jef4130 3 года назад

The Stihl 2n1 is worth every penny. Grab a chainsaw stump vice as well and you can keep your saw sharp out in the field quickly.

@mcarthur692 3 года назад

Just remember that the 2n1 is only used on full chains such as what he was using. If you have a skip tooth for faster cutting of large wood you would want the other one.

@jdisdetermined 3 года назад

Again, with perfect timing! Just had a nasty ice storm here in Oregon. I was lucky, power was only out for 24 hours. Some friends went over a week! But lots of oak limbs and some dead trees fell around the house so I have a couple very dull chains now. Thanks! 😁👍

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

You bet! Good luck!

@splattered2929 Год назад

As some one that grew up in the UP of Michigan, I am fairly well versed on the cross saw or as we called them a 'misery wipe' It would be interesting to see how a modern cross saw holds up. Great videos. Thank you.

@stevejones4958 Год назад

I bought the Chicago Tools a few years ago. There is some side play but if you’re consistent how you bring down the grinder it seems to work well. I like the tip about marking the chain where you start sharpening.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks!

@janecasper846 3 года назад

I showed my dad this channel. We all love it. This channel has the best practicality measuring between brands that I've ever seen. Your advice and experiments have genuinely changed our lives. Thank you, and keep up the good work.

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Wow, thank you, will do!

@thiccyboi24 3 года назад

I never even knew there were sharpeners for chainsaws

@ProjectFarm 3 года назад

Thank you and hope you enjoy the video!

@mermaidmuncher2708 3 года назад

Watch PF videos, we all have lots to learn.

@pootie3181 3 года назад

did u just throw away the chains or nvr use one?

@thiccyboi24 3 года назад

@@ProjectFarm I sure did, your videos never disappoint me

@thiccyboi24 3 года назад

@@pootie3181 I don’t use them much

@ZENO357 Год назад

There is alot to be said for not having to remove the chain from the chainsaw. I went from using a simple file to a dremmel, then to the Stihl 2 in 1 - works well.

@MrPDGee Год назад

I think the file based Granberg system USED to be painted yellow and orange and sold by Oregon (back in the 1980s when I bought mine). The thing is 40 years old and still works great (there's a conical black plastic centering point that I thought would wear out quickly, but it's held up!). I use it to field sharpen chains (I sort of have to, my so-so consistency in free-hand filing has not improved with arthritis). If I hit something and really damage a tooth, or when I want to really bring the saw back into form, I used a Harbor Freight bench grinder, that's a step above the Chicago Electric he checked out, and a step below the Oregon. It does an outstanding job and produces a sharpen that cuts at least as fast and easy as my chains when new. The "changed geometry" which is due to the shape of the grinding disk and way the grinding wheel disc is brought into the cutting plane for the saw tooth (and which affects all disc-based bench grinders) slightly decreases the cutting angle - which leaves more "meat" as part of the cutting edge. I find this really helps the saw maintain sharpness better when cutting older/drier wood. So, for me a plus. I love these hands-on head-to-head comparisons. I USUALLY find them after I've bought tools (I've got really bad timing), but so far his demos have me buying the "winner" in all but a couple cases.

@ProjectFarm Год назад

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.