how long does a new chain last? how many 5 second sharpenings will it take?
993129
I have found this chain/bar combination to be perfect to my needs. A sharp chain lasts much longer, like twice a long, as normal sharp chains and sharpening takes only a couple of 5 second runs on stone, less is more in fact.
993130
I bought two chains and have not opened my second chain yet. I have sharpened the first one at least 8 times now and there is no sign that I will have to changer it anytime soon. This chain works excellently, although they only make the chain and bar up to 18 inches. I wish they would offer larger ones. Of course, I told the Stihl dealer about it and he did his best to disparage it, but this Oregon chain is well worth the price and saves so much time and aggravation in the field.
465561
My son is the chef and he says the knife holds it's edge well. Can't say you won't have to sharpen for two or three months because it depends on what you are cutting.
74894
I've had Buck knives since 1976. They take more time to sharpen than some of the other knives I've had but hold an edge much longer. I used to to a lot of trapping and rawhide braiding so I used lots of different knives at first looking for ones that would hold an edge the longest. I've never found anything better than the Buck knives--but they do take the longest to sharpen. I still use a stone. Nothing else.
1994570
My chain has not yet gotten dull enough to have to sharpen it. There is a chainsaw sharpening tool made by Timberline that is somewhat expensive at $124.95 (http://timberlinesharpener.com/). It looks to be very easy to operate and seems to do an expert job even by a novice. It would be totally up to the consumer as to whether or not you would benefit by purchasing this tool or simply purchasing a new chain every time it gets dull. The timberline sharpener would pay for itself after purchasing 10 -- 10" chains. Less if you sharpen larger chains. You might also want to consider that this sharpener would sharpen all size chains with the purchase of different size carbide cutters in case you purchase other chain saws in the future. Hope this helps.
1537374
Call Oregon, they'll be glad to help. That's what I did to make sure I got the right one for my saw. It's a great system, although initially a little expensive. I've been using it for a few weeks and it's worth the money. A 5 or 10 second touch up and the chain stays sharp. And that's cutting really well seasoned (standing dead) oak which can dull a chain fast.
469888
You go to Oregon's website and they say they offer a lifetime warranty. Go to some retail sites that sell the sharpener and they say it has a 12 month warranty. However, when I received my sharpener, there was a warranty card with it stating the sharpener had a 30-day warranty (from the date of purchase).....which would give you about three weeks since it takes about a week to ship. So I have no idea what the warranty actually is. All I can say is that the hydraulic assist sharpener is built like an M-1 tank....superb quality. Seems like it would last a lifetime. Once you set it up, it is very easy to use and the hydraulic assist helps speed up the chore of sharpening a chain quite a bit. Would recommend it to a friend.
1994567
Sharpen them, and learn how to do it. It is much easier than changing a chain. I use my dremel with the correct sharpening bit. Ask at hardware store.
2052441
slide on the back side of the knife. lay the guide and the edge of the knife to be sharpened on the stone surface. Sharpen the knife by pressing with a slight pressure on the knife edge and push towards the stone surface as if you are cutting a thin slice of cheese. Be sure to flip the knife over after one or two times to insure an even sharpening of the blade. You may have to work this for several minutes switching back and forth on both sides of the blade to get a good edge. It's not uncommon to have to work the edge of a knife blade for 20 minutes or more the first time you sharpen the knife. After you get a good edge on the knife and can slice a piece of paper in half without tearing then you have a good sharp blade. If you hone the blade by stropping (polishing with a leather strap and jewelers rouge) the sharpened edge will stay sharp for quite a long time before needing to use the stones again.
7495
I never thought about ordering a replacement chain from SnoJoe. I just go down to my local saw shop (or hardware store) and they make one up for me for about $15.00 - they will sharpen the existing chain for about $8
246502
Any chain can be sharpened however I find the degree angle are guides and not absolutes. For longer periods between sharpening increase the tooth undercut angle.
919125
I soaked it for about 5 minutes before starting to sharpen. Also while sharpening if the stone looked dry I soaked it for another 5 minutes.
1730779
It's a standard 12' chain so Amazon, Lowes and Home Depot all have them. I've never bothered sharpening a chain because they are too easy to just replace.
665821
If youre only grooming one dog or your own dog it will last a forever, oil the blade and take it to get sharpened when It gets dull cost like 5$. But if ur a groomer doing mass amounts of dogs it can last maybe 1 or 2 years. This is if ur purchasing a good quality blade as well
589347
I use a Dremel with grinding bit the size needed for the chain. At one point, perhaps 3 sharpenings, I have it done professionally to have it back to perfect. It's quick and I can do a reasonable job.
1881866
Mine last a good while before they need sharpening. May depend on how often you are using them & what type/condition of coats you are using them on. These are #1 in my opinion �
1472327
Not for a long while if you use it as it is intended. The sharpener itself is for quick touch ups in the field. If you're at home then you should use an actual sharpening stone.
1642310
I have no idea. If there's a Home Depot or Lowe's near you, though, they'll have a selection of chains. They can help you, or the packages may have a profile of the chain, showing the teeth and the cogs or whatever they're called that engage the drive gear on the saw. Take the old chain with you...Chains also aren't that difficult to sharpen, and you don't need expensive tools.