Tools and Tool Buying

[tkiovino]

For where to buy saw sharpening files?  I just got a few hand saws (won 'em on eBay) that need to be sharpened, and I have to find a good source for files....

First up is a 5 tpi Disston No. 7 Rip Saw...

[Dave in Md]

I would suggest that you look here http://www.leevalley.com/wood/page.aspx?c=2&p=32952&cat=1,43072,43089&ap=1 in Lee Valley  They rate the files by the tpi of the saw to be sharpened

[handyman john · Accepted solution]

I've just always gotten files at Sears. Most Sears hardware departments still carry a great selection of files in all cuts, sizes, and geometry (flat, curved, triangle, etc.)

[tkiovino]

Super Cool!  Gotta try my hand at saw sharpening soon....

[My Old Tools]

Rob Lee at Lee Valley is always my first place to look.  This is still a family owned and operated business and they listen to our needs.  This a link that might help you get started.

http://www.vintagesaws.com/library/primer/sharp.html