Am I the only one that touches up new chain before I use it?
Lately, I've noticed that chain from the factory has gotten sloppy. Most especially Oregon brand, but I've noticed it with Stihl as well. Mostly the rakers are off +/- .010, and the gullets look horrible. Wonder why the drop in quality?
Or am I weird?
Are you weird for wanting your tools in the best condition you can have them in when using them?
I say of course not.
Everyone should strive to keep their tools in XLNT shape, and no matter if a chain is new or not, if it is not sharp it presents more danger. Ok, a new change may not present too much danger, but there is nothing wrong with wanting your tools to be in tip-top shape.
I suspect the majority just use a new chain until they feel it's not sharp anymore and then buy another new one, never to touch them with a file.
Rep coming your way for at least grabbing the file. Good for you!
EDIT: oh well, it tells me to spread it around more before giving you more...
I have also sharpened new chains before I use them, and I agree, the Oregon chains seem to need it more than the Stihls, but both can use a touch-up as they come from the factory. My $0.02.