File guides

[Wwallace52590]

Just wondering is the basic file guides are universal or are they size specific? Just got one and it’s says 3/16 on it. Might be a dumb question but hey don’t know unless you ask. Btw I’m talking about the metal ones that you put a file in and tighten it down.

 

[CurSedVoyce]

Grandberg

https://www.granberg.com/product/g106b-file-n-joint-low-profile/

 

[SeanKroll]

Pictures always help

 

[CurSedVoyce]

File size is chain dependant for sizing.

 

[Marc-Antoine]

I use this one or the like. A bunch of them actually, because the holder is specific for the file's size, which is specific to the chain's size. The main factor is the % of the file's diameter kept over the cutting edge, so the main cutting angle is set automatically, no need to adjust.

Porte-lime OREGON® 5,5 mm

Disponibles en diamètres 4.5 mm, 4.8 mm ou 5.5 mm

www.kox24.fr

 

[pigwot]

I think I might have one of those file guides in a box somewhere that someone left at a worksite. I have always hand sharpened. Back when I had my business I bought a grinder and would have my main groundie sharpen beat chains on rain days. In retirement it’s just gathering dust… I ought to sell it!