TWO FINE CHAIN SAW SHARPENERS

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Though the two sharpeners that we've described here are very different in design, both are capable of doing an excellent job. Still, it's a good idea to take your chain to the pros about once in every five sharpenings. Their very precise motorized equipment will quickly rectify any errors you might have been making with your mechanical device . . . and— while you're there—you can have your depth gauges adjusted as well. Furthermore, on about every third visit to the saw shop (or approximately once in 15 sharpenings), request that the proprietor inspect the drive links to insure that they're still properly profiled to fit snugly around your saw's primary sprocket.

If you follow a maintenance schedule similar to the one we've described, you'll find that your saw, and all of its various subsystems (such as the bar), will last for years . . . and that your work will go as quickly and pleasantly as possible. Just keep reminding yourself of the first time that you made a cut with your still brand—new saw. There's absolutely no reason why it shouldn't perform that well year after year!

EDITOR'S NOTE: The Oregon Fit( Guide can be purchased from any dealers who carry Oregon Products (they're numerous). The Gamn' Sharpener con be ordered directly (be sure to specify the bur size you need) from the manufacturer, Gamn' Enterprises, Inc., Dept. TMEN, RR 5, Box 39A Darmstadt Road, Evansville, Indiana 47711, or (with a charge cord) by calling the firm's tollfree number, 800/457-3392 (dial 812/8676469 in Indiana).

You might also find Barnacle Parp's Chain Saw Guide by Walter Hall to be helpful. Just about every subject having to do with the use and care of chain sows is covered in its 257 pages You can order the book by sending $7.0—Plus 95¢ shipping and handling—to Mother's Book—P.O. Box 70, Hendersonville North Carolina 28791.

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