Good Sawset for an absolute beginner

I love collecting saws, but have never sharpened one. I want to try it out, but am not sure which sawset is the best. I've done some reading on the Internet and it appears that a Stanley 42X is the most recommended piece. I've checked out eBay and they are a bit more than I was hoping to spend. Any other good ones for a decent price out there?



Also, there seems to be a difference of opinion on whether to sharpen and then set, or vice versa.



What size saw file would work well for most saws?



Any advice would be greatly appreciated.



Dave