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The Nicholson hand file has a square shape with double-cut American pattern teeth for filing slots, corners, and keyways. The file tapers slightly toward the point to ease access into slots. It has double-cut American pattern teeth on all sides for rapid material removal. The tang can be used with an optional handle for secure gripping (sold separately).
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.
Metals Geek
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2025
The paperwork that came with this file said that the signature on it indicated the product was shipped or delivered in perfect condition, but I beg to differ. It had significant rust, though not enough to take any remedial action. The seller should spray such things with a light preservative oil. Great file though...!
Laurence of Vancouver
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2020
I received a three-sided (triangular) file rather than what is described a square (four sided) but I'm not returning it because of too much trouble. I have to send it across the border.
Thomas M
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2019
Not as Described: Ad says 0.4" x 0.4" width, Only 0.36" x 0.36"
arkine
Reviewed in Canada on April 29, 2019
Feels solid and does what it is supposed to.
frank w.
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2018
This file is very quality but it is not what I needed, I am using it for wood work and it would been better to courser teeth,
Dale Bitterman
Reviewed in Canada on August 15, 2018
I needed to to make square steel bumper holes bigger. This file did the job quickly. This file type is not easy to find locally.
GordL
Reviewed in Canada on May 29, 2017
good quality, fast delivery
Raceral
Reviewed in Canada on December 7, 2017
Four sided file, nice taper. Not made in Canada anymore but that should not affect the quality, fine cut so good for small material control.For the price it is very good.
knifemaker
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2016
Good files!
tell it as it is ! till the truth!
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2016
over priced
Chris in Ottawa
Reviewed in Canada on July 23, 2016
Good file; unfortunately incomplete description. Here are the details that you might want:The tool is 32cm long with a 24cm cutting section on each of the four surfaces. The top half of the file is tapered from 5mm at the tip to 9mm where the width remains constant for the bottom half, closest to the handle.The tool performs well and cuts through steel at a fairly slow rate but consistent with a fine tooth pattern.
Lucas
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2016
Good files that cut fast in steel and start sharp for a long time. Unfortunately they are very rust prone but that's normal and avoidable with a little wd40.
Scott
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2014
Just what you would expect from Nicholson, a great high quality file.
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