Thank you for the reply. That's the only conclusion I came to as well. I will check the bar tip.
Can a newbie accurately file a chain? I am assuming "eyeballing with a correct file is nothing but inaccurate. File guide and depth guage needed for this? How do you know when a chain is toast?
Thirdly, what is the safest way to cut up a PILE of 8 foot trees for firewood. This pile is Maple with some lengths of logs exceeding 14 inches diameter.
Lots of questions.
Barrm... Make a pot of coffee, roll'em if ya got'em, and get ready to read a lot! LOL
Use the sites 'search feature', and type in words like, chain sharpening, bar sizes, sharpening, etc.
All your questions can be answered within the sites old threads and posts.
Ready? Now read! Go-go-go-go-!