Rectangular shape for smoothing and shaping straight surfaces
American pattern file for non-precision material removal
Double-cut teeth on one side for rapid removal of material
Single-cut teeth on the reverse side for finishing, sharpening, and deburring
Forged handle for grip
Nicholson 8'' handy file
American pattern handy file is dual sided
One side is for sharpening and smoothing while opposite side is for filing and rapid stock removal

Technical Details

Product Details

Product Dimensions

Package Dimensions
Width : 2.6 inch
Height : 0.4 inch
Length : 14 inch

Item Weight: 6.4 ounce (View shipping rates and policies)
Shipping Weight: 6.56 ounce (View shipping rates and policies)

ASIN : B001R1QCN0

Product Description

The Nicholson rectangular hand file is 8'' long, has a handle, and has one side with double-cut American pattern teeth and one side with single-cut American pattern teeth for smoothing and shaping straight surfaces. The double-cut teeth are for rapid material removal, and the single-cut teeth on the reverse side are for finishing, sharpening, and deburring. A handle is forged on the end of the file for secure gripping.
Hand files are used to remove material and smooth and shape workpieces. They have forward-facing cutting teeth and cut when pushed over either a stationary or rotating workpiece. Single-cut teeth have single rows cut diagonally across the width of the file. Double-cut teeth have two sets of rows cut in opposite directions. American pattern files have three coarseness grades. Coarse, also known as bastard cut, is suitable for efficient, heavy material removal where finish is not a concern. Medium, also known as second cut, offers average material removal and finish quality. Fine, also known as smooth cut, provides the smoothest finish. Swiss pattern files have eight coarseness grades, from 00 (coarse), 0 (medium), and 1 to 6 (fine to finest), offering a smoother, more precise finish than equivalent American pattern files.
Nicholson manufactures hand tools and power tool accessories. The company is headquartered in Sparks, MD.