What 2 in 1 sharpener for this chain?

[Hunter8282]

55 Rancher using this chain.

What 2 in 1 sharpener do I need? Very confused by the 3/8 vs 404 pitch and 7/32 vs 13/64 file size.

I found this one with a 3/8" pitch with 13/64 file size, but the chain says it's a 7/32 file size. And the 7/32 file says it's for a 404 chain.

 

[ericm979]

Many 3/8 chains use 7/32 files. Or you can use a 7/32 file on a 3/8 chain that calls for 13/64.

 

[Doublebogey]

Yep. 7/32. My 359 uses that exact size chain.

The husqvarna guide tool is very nice. It makes sharpening idiot proof.

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[Eman85]

I looked at the knockoffs and instead went with the Pferd 2 in one sharpeners for my saws, just the quality of the files makes the price difference worth it. Price replacement files and you'll see what I mean, the Pferd files will last. Common confusion on the file size and if you do the math it's 1/64 difference, both work OK. I like the 2 in 1 just because it's easier on my arthritic hands and wrists.
What is stamped on the bar of your saw for chain size? Some Husky's used a different chain than .050.

 

[Hunter8282]

I'd have to look, but it's a replacement Oregon bar.

 

[JRHAWK9]

I bought the 3/8 one and just fitted 7/32 files into it. The .404 will not work with a 3/8 chain due to the different chain pitch.

These were originally made for Stihls, and Stihl's 3/8 chain uses a 13/64" file.

 

[CincyBurner]

If you have 3/8” pitch chain, use the 7/32” file, unless the 3/8” pitch is Stihl chain. Stihl makes their 3/8” pitch chains just a smidge smaller/ tighter (1/64”) than the rest of the industry. This is why Stihl recommends the 13/64” size file.