I use these mini dremel grinders freehand – comes with a small tool that you can add on the end if you want to. x2 Grinders, x1 charger, x6 diamond stones as below. Selling as now want the smaller version of these.
Videos:
- How to accurately sharpen the chain and also reduce depth gauges to consistent heights
- A nice close up video found here with more explanations
- Wranglestar was suitably impressed here
- Finally an early video we made here – notice the chain grips are set a little too low – they should sit just above the rivets
‘So much better than filing freehand! Especially when filing a ripping chain, where you really want to be precise and get perfect sharpened teeth. This grinder will also help you get the filing done faster.’ Kim Etting
‘Fiddly, very noisy, terrible instructions. You will need some sort of power source – I had assumed it would plug into a 12V car socket, but it doesn’t. Maybe it draws too much current. Its more accurate than hand filing, but really don’t like it that much.’ Andrew Hockley
‘First sharpener had an eccentric shaft with several mm deviation. Replacement works well enough. The top rod benefits from a light coating of spray lube.’ Duncun Hoyle
‘Great wee gadget. Very easy to use and set up. Gives a good precise sharpen on the job. Fantastic!! Would highly recommend.’ Helen Macdonald
‘This is THE business for chain sharpening.’ Bob Saunders