That portable saw sharpening rack is great. It’s one of those things that inspires the “why didn’t I think of that”

We use a vise that ratchet straps to a tree. My dad invented it and you can file your chain at eye level. Clamps the bar like the chain meister. The saw hangs vertical on the tree. It works really well for us and we have used it for several years. Are you going to Paul Bunyon Show in Ohio this October? Bring Chris too if you come. Thanks for the great videos.

You know my favorite one is the homemade one Tony

I prefer using a grinder to sharpen my chains. Glad to see you’re a Stihl man too Tony.

Great stuff Tony Alot of good ideas Thanks for sharing 👍

Hi Tony, thanks for sharing. The rotating machinist vise was great to see - very useful. And good variety of clamps, ty. Since experiencing the Stihl File Guide #2 and in particular it's firm quick clamping of each tooth for filing, I have not even attempted to sharpen a chain without going beyond the clamping of the bar to the clamping of the actual tooth being sharpened. I have noticed some very experienced hand filers actually finger clamping each tooth as they file it or using other means to give more stability when filing. I'm thinking of a chain clamping setup that is height and angle adjustable which would be quicker and simpler than my Stihl File Guide #2. It gives me great sharpness and I love it but I'm thinking of going to a tooth clamp/vise combined with something like a round file holder that will set the 'C' in each tooth consistently. (If I was to add in an adjustable angle device like the FG2 and a depth gauge setter that works from new to the witness marks, well that makes for a hand filing setup that will do each tooth, with gauge defined accuracy, from out of the box to the witness mark. Thanks again for sharing and the opportunity to think and respond, it's been very helpful to me. Cheers sincerely d

I made a saw vise almost the same way yours is....that's my traveling one I use in the field on my tailgate! Then I have a regular vise in my shop! I typically sharpen my saw every other tank unless I hit dirt or cut through dirty wood!! I like a sharp chain! Stay safe my friend

Great video Tony. I just picked up a few deep throat 2x3-1/2 C clamps- I am gonna build a couple of them this weekend. Thx for the video!!

Great Video and good Tips TONY.

Great idea for a video! I am an Oregon chain sharpener guy but for someone that doesn’t cut wood for sale, these vices are a great choice.

Hey Tony great video brother that stump vise has saved me more than one time 👍👍🇺🇸

Hi Tony, what a great selection of chainsaw vices. I had the stump vice and the standard bench vice. I only ever use the hand file to sharpen, little and often. Love the idea of the magnifying glass with the built in light.

Great video Tony - Thanks for showing us how you secure your saws in the shop and in the field - enjoy the journey - cheers

I didn't realize there were so many available.. In my case I lean over the saw on the tailgate and sharpen that way.. Thanka for posting Tony..😁👍

Great tips!

Thanks Tony, after watching this video I had to do some tinkering and make the c clamp version. I ended up drilling and tapping (8mm-1.25) the stationary jaw of the clamp and inserting a rubber hammer head from a Harbor Freight multi head hammer. It keeps from marring the bar and adds the spacer you talked about. I also added a plastic clamp pad to the movable jaw. I wish I could add a pic but it works great. Thx for the idea.

Great Info as usual.

Awesome video Tony! I just picked up my 4th stihl saw, the 500i, what a cutting machine! Have the light bar on order. Awesome bar vice choices you have there! I bet you got an "in the woodyard" bar vice as well! Liked,subscribed

All good ad..vise Tony👍🏻👍🏻

Try the PFERD CS-X ( copied by Stihl 2in1 ). No power, does the raker WITH each pass. For all standard size chains. Better than sliced bread 😁.

hi there another good demo thanks john

Good one Tony ! I always carry the stump vise when cutting. Otherwise just use a regular tool bench vise. I like some of the other options you presented also….thanks for sharing the knowledge 👍⛓🪚👏 Rick

Nice ways to sharpen your chainsaws, having the right equipment helps especially when your not home.

Nice video. Years ago I purchased an aluminum vice similar to the stump vice, you make a cut in a log or pole and then push the vice into the cut and attach the bar. It is super light and fits in your pocket and is great for traveling. I also used a bench vice in a mount I welded up for a reciever hitch. Since I mostly run run square grind I sharpen all my chains in my shop now, it's been over 10 years since I sharped a chain in the woods. One will want to be very careful clamping on the Stihl ES light bars as they have hollow grooves milled into them that when clamped on will cause them to dimple. It will be interesting to see if once the folks using the dremel and round file to sharpen try the Hexa file and profile chain switch to the Hexa. Stihl offers a grinding wheel profiled for it as well. I have been using it for some time now and it definitely cuts faster and stays sharper longer than round grind, especially in dirty wood. Plus its easier to master. Looking forward to it becoming more readily available here in the U.S. Regardless of what method and profile one uses the most important thing is to run a sharp chain.

Great options Tony. I also hate the discomfort bending over for tasks . My solution was a 5 gallon bucket. You can sit on the top or bottom. Empty out the small tools/accessories you want to carry instead of 4,5,or6 loose items. Perfect height for tailgate, sawhorse , etc. I also carry a padded throwable floatation device to cushion my backside to set on hard plastic bucket. Keeps me smooth as a babies bottom .👍😁😁😁

This is a good video tony having back up saws are important, when you are in the Woods Cutting trees, Have a Dremel of a Round File to Sharpen you saws is important, when cutting trees your saw can dull very Quickly, A butchers Steel is Required when your in the Meat or Fish Industry,

I just use a quick grip and a homemade wooden riser on a short 2x6. I like your magnifying light.

Tony, great selection of vices! I have a bench vice, a stump vice, and also a stihl electric sharpener i happened to stumble upon. I bought an Oregon stand and just put it together tonight. I like your portable vice. I often thought about welding some square tubing to fit in my 2" receiver, but that would be heavy and expensive.

Well I'll be damned Tony. That C clamp idea is great and I think ill copy it. Thanks for the video!

Hello Tony, good video, Take Care My Fellow Retired Woodhound!🪵👍🏼🇺🇸

I believe Tony, they make a special attachment or plate for the Jawhorse to hold the bar as well as any firewood.

I’m cheap and it works on the quad. C clap on the handle. If I was not cheap all of those are great options

Great job on the chainsaw vices. The welded "C" clamp idea looks good, I may have to weld one of those up. I noticed on the different devices the saw bar sits at different angles, I prefer to get the saw level when I sharpen. Have you experienced any differences in the chain from sharpening at different angles? Thanks for sharing.

Tony, did I hear that correctly, Chris your former best friend😢

I have always wanted a good bench vise. I do have a stump vise but never use it. A good portable vise would be beneficial.

No tips on how to get the Stihl angled bar feature to work ;) I use a vice on the back of my truck for in the field sharpening but I have got a stump vice just in case I need it and haven't got the other vice bolted on.

I have a chain saw vice, I want more chain saws, does that count?

Like the vidios and all of the tools and terminology. You have alot of tool knowledge. When referring to the chainsaw correct terms for chainsaws are bar and chain not blade. Everything else you seem to take great care in being correct. Thought you might like to know.

great video. In the 1970s I made my own vise and on the bottom I welded on a lag bolt, so out in the woods I would just pound it into a stump and never worried about the saw moving around on me. You have a great channel

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That's funny timing , just made a vice out of a strong magnet and angle iron . It works well on the tailgate or trailer . Just sit it on anything metal . Break it loose and store it on its side .

I can't find that Mister Clamp anywhere !

Good advise to use a vise instead of doing things unsafely.

Aha! I gotta nuther one. Now that you’ve gotten better with your camera, maybe demo your sharpening station for the rest of us. I’d like to see you use the cordless Dremel to touch up those teeth.

The Chainmeister Bar Vises are no longer in stock. time to go with the welded version.

Tony, you need longer videos like different device add-ons types saws best for the money on all your videos

Hi, my brother has me looking all over creation chain meister vise system! Please help me find this. Thanks. I tried your link etc. i just sm not sure. Have a pleasant day. I wait hear from you.

Good video but, you left out the cheapest one. Your scrench a 1/4" bolt and a couple of washers. Brent

Tony: I like all the topics you cover. Can I make a small suggestion? Pick up the pace. Speak clearly and more rapidly. Add some inflection to your voice. If you were teaching you would be putting your students to sleep. Get all the important info you have outa lot faster. Practice in front of a mirror. Do you watch your vids after you edit? No matter what I will be your sub.

Your videos are great but starting to cost me 👍!!

Why cant i find meister

I gotten used to holding the saw between my legs on the ground n can have it sharp in a couple minutes if I don’t lower the rakers.

Why is Chris your "former best friend"?

$28 is pricey but $1,500+ for a saw is nothing. No wonder Chris abandoned you as a friend LOL

I was thinking $28 was a great price and I'm a cheap ass

nice mess of saws