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[Rupe]

I have only just discovered the 13/64 after years of using 7/32 on the larger saws. 13/64 is correct and better IMO. 7/32 for 088 only now.

[Peter]

dont fall for that old chestnut peter

 

I like using a smaller one, it fits in places a bigger one wouldn't!

[Canal Navvy]

A stihl chain in 3/8 is sharpened with a 13/64 file.

The Oregan equivalent is sharpened with a 7/32 file

i believe.

 

I was treated as an odd ball locally when I asked for the 'correct' file, went over the border to Cirencester to get a box of the right ones.

[alex_m]

we use the 7/32 for our 3/8 saws. i find using the smaller one gives too much of a hook when free handing.

and we use reels of stihl chain if that makes a difference

[chilli]

I agree with Canal Navvy. Stihl say 5.2mm(13/64") for 3/8" chain whereas Husqvarna/Oregon say 5.5mm(7/32").