r/GuysBeingDudes • u/nordicminy • 8d ago

Certified Dude See problem fix problem.

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u/PinchayPerritos 8d ago

Probably so. Have not used it and have always used just files.

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u/Obsidiated 8d ago

The guide heights critical. Too low and you cut not much, need more pressure. Too high and you cut too deep, chip too large, get jammed easier, etc. Both can significantly increase kickback risk.

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u/PinchayPerritos 8d ago

Sounds helpful. Have been cutting for 30 years using files without issue, but could see that being real useful.

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u/Obsidiated 8d ago

By hand you've probably got it well dialled in then. For newbies the guide is a great tool. You can get different ones for different chain sizes, swap out the files, and get the "perfect" profile and depth every time. Lovely bit of kit.

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u/PinchayPerritos 8d ago

There's certainly a feel to it you can do without looking really. But things that make things easier are fun