Thank you Sir, for your excellent objective review. I appreciate your candor, and the inclusion of a rather gracious address of "knock-offs"; I can spot their overt lack of quality just looking at the photos. Best wishes! From Orlando...
This was an informative review. I would offer my opinion that the best thing to do is learn how to hand sharpen with a file . It does take time to learn this skill but its worth the effort.
If other countries can copy the basic design and sell them for under twenty bucks and I know the quality control isn't as good but never the less timberline imo is double charging at the very least. nice video presentation very directional
Timberline is too pricey, I definitely agree. But the real key is in the carbides and they have the good ones. The $20 kits have trash carbides and are nearly useless. It would be nice to have a $50 option that works
Would the use of some sort of cutting fluid, such as cutting fluid used for tapping screws, help in sharpening and/or prolong the life of the file? Considering getting one of these tools for my father-in-law.
Glad it helped. They are a bit expensive, but if you can't quite get the hang of 'freehand' sharpening, this definitely keeps it sharp. Thanks for the kind comment.
I like mine b/c it will straighten out a screwed up chain. I didn't realize the carbide cutter was quite as brittle as it is, it took some practice to avoid damaging it. Mine's got chipped edges now, from being too aggressive.
What happens when you need the guides lowered, would really be a good tool if it could do that? You will either take it to a professional, or buy a bench mounted chainsaw sharpener.
Not sure if all chains are like the Oregon chains but after marking my chain with by marking they I realized that on every chain has 2 teeth in the same directs.
This tool hurts my brain. I own one. Wish I had just spent the 150 bucks towards a nice bench top grinder, sharpener. Going into the tooth is ok...going across the tooth is odf to me. Doesn't really get the gullet of the tooth
You did an excellent job demonstrating the tool as well as explaining who the right consumer profile would be. Thank you very much.
You’re most welcome
I’ve had this sharpener for years and love it. Easy to use and works great
Good to know!
Im about to buy one and a spare cutter. Thanks for the review.
I really appreciate the instruction and the advice. so clear and honest.
Glad it’s helpful
Thank you Sir, for your excellent objective review. I appreciate your candor, and the inclusion of a rather gracious address of "knock-offs"; I can spot their overt lack of quality just looking at the photos. Best wishes! From Orlando...
You are most welcome. Thanks and have an excellent week!
This was an informative review. I would offer my opinion that the best thing to do is learn how to hand sharpen with a file . It does take time to learn this skill but its worth the effort.
I would agree. This is for those who don’t really “get the knack” and/or for polishing up
Thank you so much 👍 been thinking about buying one, your video really helped 🤗🏋️♀️
It’s an investment for sure, but if you know what you’re getting into, it’s worth it. I would definitely buy that little channel luck though.
If other countries can copy the basic design and sell them for under twenty bucks and I know the quality control isn't as good but never the less timberline imo is double charging at the very least. nice video presentation very directional
Timberline is too pricey, I definitely agree. But the real key is in the carbides and they have the good ones. The $20 kits have trash carbides and are nearly useless. It would be nice to have a $50 option that works
Yea, buy from China, dont support USA! thanks!
Nice video! Simple and right to the point. Are you the Table Rock Tea Company that Jon from Upstate Brush Control does work for?
Thanks,
Sam
John is a good friend - been working with him for a long time :).
Would the use of some sort of cutting fluid, such as cutting fluid used for tapping screws, help in sharpening and/or prolong the life of the file? Considering getting one of these tools for my father-in-law.
I don’t think you could ever go wrong using cutting fluid (tap magic). :).
Excellent and professional presentation. It is my intention to purchase. Thank you very much
Glad it helped. They are a bit expensive, but if you can't quite get the hang of 'freehand' sharpening, this definitely keeps it sharp. Thanks for the kind comment.
I like mine b/c it will straighten out a screwed up chain. I didn't realize the carbide cutter was quite as brittle as it is, it took some practice to avoid damaging it. Mine's got chipped edges now, from being too aggressive.
Definitely a good application for it
What happens when you need the guides lowered, would really be a good tool if it could do that? You will either take it to a professional, or buy a bench mounted chainsaw sharpener.
Do you mean the rakes? I just hit them every few sharpenings with a flat file
Yes, some call it a depth gauge.
Not sure if all chains are like the Oregon chains but after marking my chain with by marking they I realized that on every chain has 2 teeth in the same directs.
Not sure on that one - I usually end up with several different types of chains depending on what's available at my local shop.
My Echo chain is the same, two teeth in a row going in the same direction.
Great pliers, they will grab anything but they marr up stuff pretty badly
True
The video help me know to stay away from this sharpener. Wow talk about fiddle factor.
Glad it helped you either way. Good luck with whatever you choose.
I used one and the chain did not cut straight. I’m assuming one side was sharper than the other. Tried several times and gave up.
This tool hurts my brain. I own one. Wish I had just spent the 150 bucks towards a nice bench top grinder, sharpener. Going into the tooth is ok...going across the tooth is odf to me. Doesn't really get the gullet of the tooth
To each his own. Hope you find what you’re looking for
@@tablerockteacompany ordered an Oregon bench top electric sharpener. Hopefully it works.
Absolutely do not need channel locks to sharpen your chain. Go too
tight and you'll snap your 30 dollar carbide bit off
Timberline does not sell on Amazon. Phone the company
That’s correct
@@tablerockteacompany phone number would be nice to have
waste of time!
@@michaelmcphee4010 to each his own, I suppose.