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Hi Steven, Craig,
Assuming you have sharpened a larger saw before, the process is pretty much the same.
Firstly, just incase you have missed it, Paul does have a video on sharpening a gents saw: https://youtu.be/u0jAlXmfquo
I seem to remember Paul recommending that finer saws should always just be a rip cut, as it makes less of a difference the finer you go. I agree entirely! I own a gents saw myself (8 or 9” I think) which is 25ppi too.
Use a smaller file. I believe Paul has a list of recommended files and file sizes for different PPI. I think this is on his blog.
In terms of set, you might find that it cuts perfectly fine without set. I use mine without set, and it cuts just fine, granted a little wax/rag-in-a-can oil on the saw helps a bit. If you find that your saw needs a little set, use Paul’s “hammer and punch” method. Search “setting saws with a hammer & punch” on youtube.
Good luck! Don’t hesitate to ask If you need more help!