Best sharpening guide?

[I Fell]

What is the best saw sharpening guide) *best also meaning best bang-for-the-buck).

18" Stihl 028 AV

 

[Blowdown1]

many discussions about this. Do a search. Here is one thread. Remember, everyone has an opinion.

http://www.arboristsite.com/showthread.php?t=20759&highlight=sharpening+guide

I use the Husqvarna roller guide and love it. Small, raker guide built in, angles are set up for you. Pretty much a no-brainer and I get good results from the first time I used it. I think it does a good job of teaching you how to do it freehand.

 

[Molecule]

I haven't tried it, but the Carlton "File-o-Plate" looks simple and efficient ... plus they didn't try the compromizes of a "one size fits all" solution.

I've lost the url, so uploaded my file copy of the pdf from the Carlton website ...

Otherwise the Husky file guide with the plasitc rollers is pretty good.

The Oregon fileguide blocks your vision ... makes you feel like you're trying to sharpen a cutter with a blindfolder on--in which case you're better off with just a naked file.

 

[Mange]

Oregon roller guide.
Just make sure it is the correct one and use it correct.

 

[Lawn Masters]

The best guide, is the one that works for well for you.

 

[fwf]

The best guide, is the one that works for well for you.

The voice of experience! I agree.

Joe