How about this chain sharpener?

[jblood]

http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200446620_200446620

Anyone try this one? Looks pretty slick.

 

[oldspark]

Not for me, it uses a different type of chain similar to a system sears had back in the 70's and I had one and did not like it.

 

[jblood]

What didn't you like about it?

 

[firefighterjake]

There are some past threads on this topic . . . the general consensus was that for the home owner who may have a saw and needs to sharpen the saw very occasionally this would work . . . but for someone processing a lot of wood and cutting regularly this would not be the best pick . . . it uses a different type of chain specifically for the sharpener and many questioned how quickly the sharpener/chain might need replacing.

 

[oldspark]

What didn't you like about it?

Just did not seem like the chains cut as well as the regular ones and the sharpener did not help much.

 

[jblood]

Thanks for the feedback

 

[Fifelaker]

I think the chain is a safety chain also. I'll stick with hand filing for now but the timberline chain sharpener has my interest.

 

[MasterMech]

Gotta have specific bar & chain combo for that sharpener. I don't think it's available for bigger saws.

 

[smokinj]

These work for lawn work light duty stuff. 1/2 cord a year or less can be a good tool.