Hi Dan, I am very sorry to hear about the tax issue. It shows how much I know about these things. I feel I owe you some compensation. The larger saw may indeed need a bit of sharpening and maybe a fresh set for a better bite. I used it quite often. I myself have not attempted to sharpen or set a saw. Yet another skill to tackle. I don't want to stick you with something you do not like or want, thats not a good way to treat people. Please keep me informed on getting the saw fettled in. Snow already? We are having a really nice Indian summer here. Take care, Michael Hammers