🔨 Stanley 21-106 8-Inch Mill Bastard File Review

Well I've never sharpened a lawn mower blade in my life (I'm in my 50's). In fact, after my last lawn mowing, I could tell there was a problem with the blades, so check out YouTube to learn how to properly sharpen your blades. I bought a drill to sharpen blades but after more research it seemed to me that a good file was crucial so I got these and WOW I was always impressed. The blades on my Honda mower were in terrible condition when I pulled them, very dull and with lots of nicks. This file…

Failed to load media. After comparing this file to some of the others I typically use I have come to the conclusion that this is a good all round file that will definitely work up lawn mower blades, old rusty axes and any metal that needs sharpening/tuning quickly. There are files with different tooth patterns, which are divided into the following groups: coarse, medium, bastard, second cut, smooth and completely smooth. It's a bastard file that fits right in the middle of the package and means

We live in hot and humid Southwest Florida where summer is almost eternal and plants and trees grow year round. I do all my gardening myself which includes mowing 3 acres of lawn and cutting, trimming and thinning out various plants and trees. In addition, we have another acre of wetlands that require mangrove pruning twice a year and constant vigilance to eradicate Brazilian pepper trees and other invasive plants. Proper maintenance of all my gear is important to prevent rust and to keep a…