Was cleaning out the shop & came across a few good quality chop saw blades that need sharpening & tuning, brought them to 2 places & both said they could only offer sharpening & couldn’t even think of where to have then tuned.
I know we’ve become a disposable society but…
Has this also become a lost trade?
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I have had many blades sharpened at RONA in Toronto, and have decided to stop, it doesn't
cost that much (10-15 a blade) but it seems I only get a few good cuts out of them and
then right back to where I started. These aren't forrest blades however they are good Freud
ones. I am in love with the red Diablos, I use them on my Skilsaw, and Chopsaw. Seem to
be the best quality/price compromise.
You can check with this place. They have extensive sharpening services, but I don't know about tuning.
http://www.ballewsaw.com/thecompany.htm
Also, Forrest will sharpen blades from most manufacturers.
What do you mean,"tuning"? Carbide saw blades shouldn't need any other work than sharpening and perhaps replacing a tooth now and then. It's not like the old days with steel blades that would have to be jointed after a few hand filings. Large old saw mill steel blades might have to be hammered if they warp but this is ancient history with todays (30 yrs. or more) blanks.
Beat it to fit / Paint it to match
I won't let anyone sharpen my saw blades unless they will swage the rakers! :o)
Why would you use Rona, try BC Saw and Tool on Evans Ave. Great service there.
I used to do alot of work for a client right around the corner just off south service road, I don't get out there much. But I always carry dull blades so next time I am out there I will drop some off. thanks!