I like your trick of bringing the tooth down over the nose. This is basically how the tooth comes into a grinding wheel, such as on a Simington grinder. I started falling timber in 1988 and round filed for the first year before being sold a grinder and actually learned how to square file after learning how to grind. I also found that if you got the right angle, you were hitting the side plate of the chain a tiny bit. I always liked grinding because it took away the variables, but I like your trick of bringing the tooth over the nose because like most people I always had trouble hand filing one side more than I did the other. The wheel of a Simington grinder is virtually perpendicular, and the tooth comes into it just like it does when you bring it over the nose, and I never thought of trying that way. But now that I’m seeing it, after grinding hundreds of chains, and watching the tooth go into the grinding wheel, I’m wondering why I never thought of this. I will definitely give it a try the next time I square file my chain by hand.
I can tell you are a pleasure to work with. I'm 55, been doing this my whole adult life. I love the technique and especially love the thought process. Fantastic!
That's a great way to square file, it looks like much less strain on your upper body's joints and shoulders, wrists, much more relaxing / ergonomic method. Thank you, I am going to definately try your method.
Lock your chain with the brake if chain movement is an issue. Thanks for your video; I may give this a try. Buckin Billy (among others) recommends giving square filing a go.
Locking and unlocking multiple times per tooth over a year is only wearing, other components out, then one day the brake jams closed, or the chain spins under idle. This Guy obviously knows his Trade.
I’m new to this line of work and have basically been using TH-cam to teach myself to climb and I am pursuing my arborist certification. Are you going to make a video on that XCU08 Makita I’ve been seeing you use? I would like to get a battery too handle saw and I like Stihl but idk if I like that 161T that they have. Definitely interested in your thoughts on the Makita. Thanks for the videos man they are great!
How do you plan to get certified if you don't work for a company full time for 2 years? My understanding is that is the requirement at least from TCIA.
A file lasts a long time IF and only IF it is kept away from other hard metals. Most files get ruined quickly by bouncing around up against other files.
I’ve always wanted to create some kind of leather gauntlet to go around my file handles.. I hate sharpening with gloves on but kinda funny that In a job this dangerous the only times I’ve actually cut myself is during sharpening
George Smith you are exactly right. Files are designed to file out of a cut, not into a cut. Files will and do last longer when used correctly. These guys that dont use them correctly just dont want to train themselves how to use them right.
@@Stridertrees I cant square file? Really? How would you know young man? You dont even know me. Are you but hurt because somebody didnt agree with you?
You said you shouldn't wait until your chain is that dull you need to take 15-20 strokes,yet you took 17 strokes on the first demo cutter! Bit contradictory dont you think?
I like your trick of bringing the tooth down over the nose. This is basically how the tooth comes into a grinding wheel, such as on a Simington grinder. I started falling timber in 1988 and round filed for the first year before being sold a grinder and actually learned how to square file after learning how to grind. I also found that if you got the right angle, you were hitting the side plate of the chain a tiny bit. I always liked grinding because it took away the variables, but I like your trick of bringing the tooth over the nose because like most people I always had trouble hand filing one side more than I did the other. The wheel of a Simington grinder is virtually perpendicular, and the tooth comes into it just like it does when you bring it over the nose, and I never thought of trying that way. But now that I’m seeing it, after grinding hundreds of chains, and watching the tooth go into the grinding wheel, I’m wondering why I never thought of this. I will definitely give it a try the next time I square file my chain by hand.
I can tell you are a pleasure to work with. I'm 55, been doing this my whole adult life. I love the technique and especially love the thought process. Fantastic!
Awesome tip. Makes it more comfortable and intern more accurate of a filing.
Wow, sharpening on the nose of the bar is what helped me in this video! Thank you!
Finally! A chisel tooth filing system I can actually do. I do set the chain brake for each tooth to provide stability. Thank you. ...Joe
This is pretty cool. Very clever! Ive been struggling with the typical method, I hope this way is easier for me.
Thank you - this is one of the best and detailed explanations of how to square file. Many other videos don't focus enough on the angles.
That's a great way to square file, it looks like much less strain on your upper body's joints and shoulders, wrists, much more relaxing / ergonomic method. Thank you, I am going to definately try your method.
That’s exactly what I’ve found :) it takes some practice but it’s much easier on my body, and it’s fast!
Awesome job Pal! I just started square filing. This will definitely help.
Love the end of the bar file trick! Gonna use it today!!
Careful! It really take some practice :) but if you can master it. It’s quick and fairly easy on the hands
Awesome attention to detail, thanks for this one
I like your trick method for filing in the field. I started Square filing also and like how they cut.
Thanks! Nice trick! I'm going to give this a try. Nice explanation also!
Are you able to get vallorbe files..... If so where are you getting them from thanks....
Thanks for sharing your sharpening techniques...
Great info. Thanks.
Lock your chain with the brake if chain movement is an issue. Thanks for your video; I may give this a try. Buckin Billy (among others) recommends giving square filing a go.
Locking and unlocking multiple times per tooth over a year is only wearing, other components out, then one day the brake jams closed, or the chain spins under idle. This Guy obviously knows his Trade.
I’m new to this line of work and have basically been using TH-cam to teach myself to climb and I am pursuing my arborist certification. Are you going to make a video on that XCU08 Makita I’ve been seeing you use? I would like to get a battery too handle saw and I like Stihl but idk if I like that 161T that they have. Definitely interested in your thoughts on the Makita. Thanks for the videos man they are great!
How do you plan to get certified if you don't work for a company full time for 2 years? My understanding is that is the requirement at least from TCIA.
Great job!
Where do you get your square files
I get them from my local saw shop mainly but here is a link to the same type : amzn.to/3cmb0nB
Thank you!
Is that a 28" or 32" bar?
Curious how long a file lasts you, how many times can you sharpen?
A file lasts a long time IF and only IF it is kept away from other hard metals. Most files get ruined quickly by bouncing around up against other files.
I’ve always wanted to create some kind of leather gauntlet to go around my file handles.. I hate sharpening with gloves on but kinda funny that In a job this dangerous the only times I’ve actually cut myself is during sharpening
Seriously… so many cuts while handling the chain
What company do you use to receive bids?
Use the chain brake. You are a smart young man.
Someone told me that reprofile is needed to use square files.i use round files. Would like to try the square file
Are you going from round file to square file on this chain?
Mount a vice high and you can square file in to out you get heaps more life out if file
why do you think you get more file life filing in the other direction?
George Smith you are exactly right. Files are designed to file out of a cut, not into a cut. Files will and do last longer when used correctly. These guys that dont use them correctly just dont want to train themselves how to use them right.
@@ramoutdoors6415 lol 😂 strong words from a guy who can’t square file a chain
@@Stridertrees I cant square file? Really? How would you know young man? You dont even know me. Are you but hurt because somebody didnt agree with you?
@@ramoutdoors6415 exactly…
You're the third person I've seen with a detailed explanation of how to square file. None mentioned a name or source for the files.
Thanks for the heads up I put the link in the description!
amzn.to/3cmb0nB
BRILLIANT
You said you shouldn't wait until your chain is that dull you need to take 15-20 strokes,yet you took 17 strokes on the first demo cutter! Bit contradictory dont you think?
For those of us who know NOTHING of this....do you need to have a special chain or can you file the regular chain on a saw this way??
you can switch any chain on the market to square or round file
I was always told not to touch the file either.
If you use the file a lot it dos not hurt but if you don't use it a lot it will rust when you touch it
its a BAR not a Blade Lol
You have a chain brake, just saying.