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Nicholson®10" Rectangular American Pattern Fine Lathe File with Safe edges (07842)10" Rectangular American Pattern Fine Lathe File with Safe edges (07842) by Nicholson®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level...American Pattern Hand Long Angle Lathe File, Fine CutSpecially Designed for Finishing Rapid Stock Removal on Lathe Work$18.23 - Nicholson®10" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Bastard Lathe File with Safe edges (07657)10" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Bastard Lathe File with Safe edges (07657) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson single-cut, bastard-cut angled lathe files are ideal for filing down significant amounts of wood or soft metals from a...American pattern, long-angle lathe file with a bastard cut for faster material removalRapid, free-cutting files designed for lathe filing on wood or soft metals$16.81
- Nicholson®10" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Mill File (08673N)10" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Mill File by Nicholson®. The Nicholson single-cut bastard mill files sharpen mill or circular saws and are ideal for draw filing and finishing metals. The rectangular shape lets you smooth and...Sharpens mill or circular sawsGreat for draw filing and finishing metals$14.92
- Nicholson®10" Round American Pattern Single Cut Bastard File (12019)10" Round American Pattern Single Cut Bastard File (12019) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson American pattern, round single-cut bastard files features a circular design with teeth all the way around. These files can be used to file circular...Bastard cut, American pattern round fileCan be used to file circular openings or concave surfaces$13.65
- Nicholson®10" Round American Pattern Single Cut Second File (12051)10" Round American Pattern Single Cut Second File (12051) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson American pattern, round single-cut bastard files features a circular design with teeth all the way around. These files can be used to file circular...Can be used to file circular openings or concave surfacesSingle cut construction provides light removal of material and slightly smoother edges$15.38
- Nicholson®10" Round American Pattern Single Cut Smooth File (12084)10" Round American Pattern Single Cut Smooth File (12084) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson American pattern, round single-cut bastard files features a circular design with teeth all the way around. These files can be used to file circular...Can be used to file circular openings or concave surfacesSingle cut construction provides light removal of material and slightly smoother edges$16.98
- Nicholson®12" Flat American Pattern Double Cut Second File (03797)12" Flat American Pattern Double Cut Second File (03797) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson flat double cut bastard files with an American pattern are ideal for machinists, machinery builders, ship and engine builders. The files can be used...Ideal for machinists, machinery builders, ship and engine buildersCan be used effectively by repairmen and others who require rapid removal of metal$21.97
- Nicholson®12" Half Round American Pattern Double Cut Bastard File (05094N)12" Half Round American Pattern Double Cut Bastard File (05094N) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson half-round double-cut bastard files are ideal for materials containing iron, mild steel, plastics, and wood. The coarse grade is perfect for...Bastard cut, American pattern half-round filePerfect for use on concave, convex, and flat surfaces$25.74
- Nicholson®12" Half Round American Pattern Double Cut Second File (05125N)12" Half Round American Pattern Double Cut Second File (05125N) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson half-round double-cut bastard files are ideal for materials containing iron, mild steel, plastics, and wood. The coarse grade is perfect for...Perfect for use on concave, convex, and flat surfacesTwo-sided file is rounded on 1 side and flat on the other, so you can round out holes with ease$27.95
- Nicholson®12" Rectangular American Pattern Double Cut Smooth File (06150N)12" Rectangular American Pattern Double Cut Smooth File (06150N) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson rectangular double-cut hand files provide efficient material removal for professionals or serious hobbyists. This files are double-cut for...Rectangular shape for efficient filing across a large surfaceDouble-cut abrasive surfaces perfect for widening holes or smoothing a plane$23.67
- Nicholson®12" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Milled Bastard File with 2 Square Edges (08737)12" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Milled Bastard File with 2 Square Edges (08737) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson single-cut bastard mill files sharpen mill or circular saws and are ideal for draw filing and finishing metals. The...Bastard cut, American pattern mill fileSharpens mill or circular saws$16.20
- Nicholson®12" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Smooth File (06117N)12" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Smooth File (06117N) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson rectangular double-cut hand files provide efficient material removal for professionals or serious hobbyists. This files are double-cut for...Rectangular shape for efficient filing across a large surfaceDouble-cut abrasive surfaces perfect for widening holes or smoothing a plane$22.37
- Nicholson®12" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Smooth Mill File (08799)12" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Smooth Mill File (08799) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson single-cut bastard mill files sharpen mill or circular saws and are ideal for draw filing and finishing metals. The rectangular shape lets...Sharpens mill or circular sawsGreat for draw filing and finishing metals$24.21
- Nicholson®12" Round American Pattern Single Cut Bastard File (12134)12" Round American Pattern Single Cut Bastard File (12134) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson American pattern, round single-cut bastard files features a circular design with teeth all the way around. These files can be used to file circular...Bastard cut, American pattern round fileCan be used to file circular openings or concave surfaces$16.01
- Nicholson®14" Flat American Pattern Single Cut Smooth File (08894NN)14" Flat American Pattern Single Cut Smooth File (08894NN) by Nicholson®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet...Great for draw filing and finishing metalsSingle-cut texture on the sides and edges for applying a smooth finish$25.51
- Nicholson®14" Half Round American Pattern Single Cut Bastard File for Pipeliner (05190N)14" Half Round American Pattern Single Cut Bastard File for Pipeliner by Nicholson®. The Nicholson half-round double-cut bastard files are ideal for materials containing iron, mild steel, plastics, and wood. The coarse grade is perfect...Bastard cut, American pattern half-round filePerfect for use on concave, convex, and flat surfaces$23.82
- Nicholson®14" Rectangular American Pattern Fine Lathe File (07863N)14" Rectangular American Pattern Fine Lathe File (07863N) by Nicholson®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of...American Pattern Hand Long Angle Lathe File, Fine CutSpecially Designed for Finishing Rapid Stock Removal on Lathe Work$33.87
- Nicholson®14" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Milled Bastard File (08832)14" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Milled Bastard File (08832) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson single-cut bastard mill files sharpen mill or circular saws and are ideal for draw filing and finishing metals. The rectangular shape...Bastard cut, American pattern mill fileSharpens mill or circular saws$20.85
- Nicholson®14" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Smooth Mill File (08894N)14" Rectangular American Pattern Single Cut Smooth Mill File (08894N) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson single-cut bastard mill files sharpen mill or circular saws and are ideal for draw filing and finishing metals. The rectangular shape...Sharpens mill or circular sawsGreat for draw filing and finishing metals$24.68
- Nicholson®14" Round American Pattern Single Cut Bastard File (12248)14" Round American Pattern Single Cut Bastard File (12248) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson American pattern, round single-cut bastard files features a circular design with teeth all the way around. These files can be used to file circular...Bastard cut, American pattern round fileCan be used to file circular openings or concave surfaces$27.68
- Nicholson®4-1/2" Ergonomic Handle with Inserts for File (21474H)4-1/2" Ergonomic Handle with Inserts for File by Nicholson®. The Crescent Nicholson 21474H 4-1/2" long ergonomic handle fits onto most popular files, providing a rubber-coated grip for improved comfort and control. The dual material...Comes with two interchangeable cushion inserts designed to fit most popular filesRubber-coated, ergonomic grip shape for better comfort and control$7.56
- Nicholson®4-1/8" Half Round PH5 Screw-on Handle for File (21513)4-1/8" Half Round PH5 Screw-on Handle for File (21513) by Nicholson®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship....Screw-On Design Fits Most Popular FilesFor Professional or Home Handymen$7.05
- Nicholson®4-3/4" Half Round PH6 Screw-on Handle for File (21514)4-3/4" Half Round PH6 Screw-on Handle for File (21514) by Nicholson®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship....Screw-On Design Fits Most Popular FilesFor Professional or Home Handymen$7.27
- Nicholson®4-7/8" Wooden Handle with Metal Ferruled for File (21485N)4-7/8" Wooden Handle with Metal Ferruled for File (21485N) by Nicholson®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of...Made From Close Grain Hardwood with Wax FinishHandles Have Strong Nickel-Plated Metal Ferrules$4.66
- Nicholson®4-in-Hand™ 8" Half Round Formerly Shoe Rasp and File (18924)4-in-Hand™ 8" Half Round Formerly Shoe Rasp and File (18924) by Nicholson®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of...For the Homeowner, Home Craftsman, Boat Builder And MechanicHalf-Round Shape$13.65
- Nicholson®5-1/2" Swiss Pattern #2 Assortment Needle File Set, 12 Pieces (37398)5-1/2" Swiss Pattern #2 Assortment Needle File Set, 12 Pieces (37398) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson is a 12-piece collection of files for a range of filing jobs. This set includes files in the barrette, equaling, flat, half round, joint,...Swiss pattern files, made to more exacting measurements than American pattern filesUsed primarily by jewelers, diemakers, watchmakers, fine toolmakers, and other trades professionals$188.65
- Nicholson®5-1/4" Wooden Handle with Metal Ferruled for File (21476N)5-1/4" Wooden Handle with Metal Ferruled for File (21476N) by Nicholson®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of...Made From Close Grain Hardwood with Wax FinishHandles Have Strong Nickel-Plated Metal Ferrules$5.80
- Nicholson®6" Flat American Pattern Single Cut Smooth File (08416N)6" Flat American Pattern Single Cut Smooth File (08416N) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson single-cut bastard mill files sharpen mill or circular saws and are ideal for draw filing and finishing metals. The rectangular shape lets you smooth...Sharpens mill or circular sawsGreat for draw filing and finishing metals$11.15
- Nicholson®6" Half Round American Pattern Double Cut Smooth File (04861N)6" Half Round American Pattern Double Cut Smooth File (04861N) by Nicholson®. The Nicholson half-round double-cut bastard files are ideal for materials containing iron, mild steel, plastics, and wood. The coarse grade is perfect for use...Perfect for use on concave, convex, and flat surfacesTwo-sided file is rounded on 1 side and flat on the other, so you can round out holes with ease$15.41
- Nicholson®6" Rectangular American Pattern Double Cut Bastard File (03467)6" Rectangular American Pattern Double Cut Bastard File (03467) by Nicholson®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will...American pattern flat file and bastard cutUsed by machinists, machinery builders, ship and engine builders$9.99
Files are mostly hand tools widely used in woodworking and metalworking to smooth out rough edges and remove fine amounts of material to shape a work piece. The majority of files are made of high carbon case-hardened steel. They can have a form of a short bar of square, rectangular, triangular, half-round, or round cross-section, with parallel sharp teeth cut on their surface. A pointed tang at one end allows to fit a handle to the tool or mount a file in a chuck. Files can be tapered or blunt, rough or smooth, which depends on the coarseness of their teeth.
Single-cut files are the best choice for leaving a fine-surface finish, and on the other hand, double-cut files are most suitable for removing large amounts of material. Diamond files feature fine particles embedded in their working surface instead of teeth. Such industrial diamond-impregnated files can be effectively used for shaping extremely hard materials such as glass, stone, carbide, or hardened steel. This type of a file cannot be damaged with a back-and-forth motion unlike files with teeth designed to be pushed only on a work piece. If the file is pulled, its teeth become dull quickly. Needle files have fine teeth for smaller work pieces where finish smoothness is prioritized over the amount of removed material.