When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. So why bother sharpening your chainsaw? If you fail to keep up with this task, the blades ...

A chainsaw with a dull chain is a safety hazard, and won't cut cleanly or effectively. This guide will help keep your tool in good working order.

An expert's advice for getting a sharp chain in just 10 minutes.

Sharpening your chainsaw is easier than most imagine, and you should know you can sharpen your saw yourself. I go through the steps of sharpening your chainsaw with a round file, taking down the ...

Keeping your chainsaw sharp is an important part of its care and upkeep, but there are some common mistakes you'll want to avoid when using a sharpening file.

I’ve relied on a chainsaw to keep warm since 1988, and until 10 years ago I sharpened by hand with a file and a guide. The process worked and all that practice made me good at it.

After sharpening my own saws for 25 years with a file and guide, I graduated to using an electric chain sharpener a couple of years ago, and I certainly can recommend the Oregon unit I use.

You can sharpen a dull chainsaw blade using a variety of hand files and attachments that serve as angle guides. This process is time consuming, but inexpensive. You can grab a chainsaw sharpening ...

Or, as we discovered in Consumer Reports recent tests of chain saws, you can buy a $60 kit that's compatible with most major-brand chain saws and lets you sharpen the saw yourself in seconds.

If you suspect your saw needs sharpening, make sure to take some timeand file the cutters on the chain before making your next cut. How to Tell When It’s Time to Sharpen Your Chainsaw We ...