- Set of 9 American pattern hand files includes taper, flat, mill, half-round, and round cross-section files.
- For shaping, sharpening, and removing material in a range of applications.
- Half-round, flat, and mill files provided in two lengths for proper reach; strong, durable high-carbon steel construction for extended tool life.
- Rubber-coated ergonomic handles provide a comfortable and sure grip for increased control.
- Roll-up pouch with labelled compartments is included for tool identification and organization.
The Nicholson 22030HNN 9-piece American pattern hand file set
with ergonomic handles includes an assortment of file profiles,
cuts, and lengths for shaping, sharpening, and removing material
in both home and professional applications. The set includes a
6"/150 mm double extra slim taper, 6"/150 mm slim taper, 8"/200
mm half-round, 8"/200 mm flat, 10"/250 mm half-round, 10"/250 mm
flat, 10"/250 mm round, 10"/250 mm mill, and 12"/250 mm mill
file. The files have single-cut faces for use with light
pressure, except for the half-round and flat files which have
double-cut faces. All files, except the taper files, have a
bastard cut for heavy material removal when finish is not a
concern. The files are made from high-carbon steel for high
strength and durability. The ergonomically shaped handles are
rubber coated for comfort, grip, and increased control. The
handles also have a hanging hole for storage and organization.
The set comes in a red roll-up pouch with each compartment
labeled with the file length, shape, and coarseness.
Assortment Contents
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Double extra slim taper file * Length: 6"/150 mm
* Cross-section shape: Triangle
* Cut: Single cut on all faces
* Application: For deepening curved spaces between handsaw teeth
that are at a 60-degree angle and measure 8 teeth per inch
Slim taper file * Length: 6"/150 mm
* Cross-section shape: Triangle
* Cut: Single cut on all faces
* Application: For deepening curved spaces between handsaw teeth
that are at a 60-degree angle and measure 11 teeth per inch
Half-round files (2) * Lengths: 8"/200 mm and 10"/250 mm
* Cross-section shape: Half circle
* Cut: Double cut on round and flat side
* Coarseness: Bastard cut
* Application: For removing material from both curved and flat
surfaces
Flat files (2) * Lengths: 8"/200 mm and 10"/250 mm
* Cross-section shape: Rectangle
* Cut: Double cut on faces, single cut on edges
* Coarseness: Bastard cut
* Application: For rapidly removing material from metal
Round file * Length: 10"/250 mm
* Cross-section shape: 3/8"-diameter circle
* Cut: Single cut
* Coarseness: Bastard cut
* Application: For filing circular openings and concave surfaces
Mill files (2) * Length: 10"/250 mm and 12"/300 mm
* Cross-section shape: Rectangle
* Cut: Single cut on faces and edges
* Coarseness: Bastard cut
* Application: For sharpening mill or circular saws, and creating
fine finishes on metals
Files are toothed tools that offer a controlled way to remove
material from intricate shapes. The shape of the object being
filed establishes which file shape and length should be used. For
example, a round file is recommended when filing concave surfaces
or enlarging holes. File length measures the cutting face and
does not include the handle or tang. The cut and coarseness of
the file determines how much material will be removed with each
stroke. A single-cut file has parallel rows of teeth covering its
face, removing small as of material with light pressure to
create a fine finish. A double-cut file has similar teeth as a
single-cut file but is overlaid with a second set of parallel
teeth facing the site direction. This second set of teeth
increases the a of material removed with each pass,
generates a rougher finish, and requires heavier pressure than a
single-cut file. A rasp-cut file has individually formed teeth
that are raised above the tool's surface for removing large
as of material from wood, aluminum, lead, and other soft
materials. A curved-cut file has teeth arranged in parallel
semicircles across the face of the file and is most commonly used
for auto body projects. Most files are classified as American
pattern or Swiss pattern, and each has their own coarseness
rating system. American pattern files are rated bastard (coarse)
cut, second (semi-smooth) cut, and smooth cut. Swiss pattern
files are recommended for precision applications and have a
larger rating scale from coarse (00) to extra smooth (6).
Nicholson brand is manufactured by Apex Tool Group, maker of hand
and power tools. The company, founded in 2010, is headquartered
in Sparks, MD.
What’s in the Box?
* 6" double extra slim taper file
* 6" slim taper file
* 8" half-round file
* 8" flat file
* 10" half-round file
* 10" flat file
* 10" round file
* 10" mill file
* 12" mill file
* Roll-up pouch