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As I recall, the File-O-Plates were multi-function, beyond just depth gauge tools. Your photo reminds me of that. Like a skilled carpenter can use a framing square to draw circles & elipses, calculate stair and roofing angles, do algebra, predict sunset times and rainfall, etc. (OK, maybe not...

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Husqvarna and STIHL also have versions of ‘progressive depth gauge’ plates. Philbert

One issue, based on a short illustration in the ‘Carlton Complete Book of Saw Chain’ is the concept of ‘chain porposing’ Some people believe that each cutter repetitively, and continuously, undulates, through each pass, as a result. This would entail multiple cutters in a loop chaotically...

See link above. As with many files, they may be on multiple sites, and links may expire. If the one posted does not work, try searching for : Carlton Complete Guide to Saw Chain PDF Philbert

Carlton Complete Guide to Saw Chain https://gepkolcsonzo.eu/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/complete-book.pdf Another classic. After Carlton was acquired by Oregon, they replaced this with a version of their Maintenance and Safety Manual. Philbert

General Sawchain Knowledge and Terminology - or, How to Become a Chain Nerd. These references have likely been posted here before, but are worth repeating, especially, for newer folks. They contain valuable and authoritative, technical information that applies to ALL brands of saw chain. As...

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‘Taryl Fixes All’ is actually a very good series of chainsaw maintenance, and OPE topics on YouTube. I guess he might be an acquired taste, but he really knows his stuff, and tries to present it in an amusing way. I’d live to see him and Red Green paired in a video...

Lots of YouTube videos if you Google ‘Franzen Chainsaw Grinder’, or something similar. Here is one from ‘Taryl’, with a sales rep that also describes some of the features: Philbert

(Just sayin’. . . ) ‘Merry Christmas’ to those who celebrate! Philbert

Get out your wallet . . . https://fieldcompany.com https://smithey.com https://wagnercastiron.com That’s why people hunt for the old stuff. Philbert

Lodge is also competing against stuff like this. Philbert

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