Chainsaw file storage and filing kit, chainsaw file storage unit, and related methods

A chainsaw file storage unit for storing a plurality of chainsaw files, the chainsaw file storage unit comprising:

• a storage casing having opposite first and second ends;
• a first end closure detachable from and re-attachable to the first end of the storage casing, the first end closure having an opening configured to interchangeably receive and secure the chainsaw files to the first end closure;
• a handle associated with the first end closure to permit removal of the first end closure with one of the chainsaw files secured to the opening from the storage casing for performance of filing operations on chainsaw blades;
• a second end closure closing the second end of the storage casing;
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• a chainsaw file spacer fixed between the first and second end closures, the chainsaw file spacer comprising a plurality of apertures each sized to receive a corresponding chainsaw file of the plurality of chainsaw files while spacing the chainsaw files from one another, the plurality of apertures comprising a first aperture aligned with the opening of the first end closure when the first end closure is attached to the first end of the storage casing.

A method for storing chainsaw files and filing a chainsaw blade, the method comprising:

• storing a plurality of chainsaw files in a chainsaw file storage unit, the storage unit comprising a storage casing having opposite first and second ends, a first end closure detachable from and re-attachable to the first end of the storage casing and having an opening configured to interchangeably receive and secure the chainsaw files to the first end closure, a handle associated with the first end closure, a second end closure closing the second end of the storage casing, and a chainsaw file spacer fixed between the first and second end closures and comprising a plurality of apertures each sized to receive a corresponding chainsaw file of the plurality of chainsaw files while spacing the chainsaw files from one another, the plurality of apertures comprising a first aperture aligned with the opening of the first end closure when the first end closure is attached to the first end of the storage casing;
• removing the handle from the storage casing;
• securing a selected chainsaw file of the plurality of chainsaw files to the opening of the first end closure;
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• performing a filing operation on a chainsaw blade by manipulating the handle by hand while the selected chainsaw file is secured to the opening of the first end closure.