Get that chainsaw sharp and cutting well (and keep it that way!) by following Field & Stream's simple guide on how to sharpen a chainsaw.

If you want to speed up the process of maintaining your cutter and depth gauge, brands like Stihl make a 2-in-1 Filing Guide that file down both at the same time. How to Sharpen a Chainsaw It ...

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.

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.

Follow the advice of Canada's Handiest Man to learn how to maintain your chainsaw blade properly with a file and guide.

There are multiple ways to sharpen chainsaw blades: you could sharpen them the manual way, with a file, a depth gauge, and the appropriate PPE, or you could use an electric tool.