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Choosing an American Pattern File

Selecting the proper file for your application is essential if your going to achieve the desired result for your job. When selecting the proper file you most consider its shape, size, tooth type, and coarseness. The size and the coarseness of the file are directly related. Larger files will remove more stock but will also leave your project with a coarse finish, while smaller files will remove less stock, but will leave a finer, smoother finish.

Parts of the File
Coarseness
Kinds of Teeth
Shape

Parts of the File

  • Length is measured exclusive of tang, from point to heel,unless specified otherwise
  • Desired stroke length, type of material and size will determine length required
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Kinds of Teeth

    SINGLE-CUT

  • Single set of parallel, diagonal rows of teeth
  • Single-cut files are often used with light pressure to produce a smooth surface finish or to put a keen edge on knives, shears or saws
ClassicPlain

    MAGICUT

  • Single cut teeth divided by angular serrations into shorter cutting edges, which free themselves readily from chips and perform roughing and smoothing at the same time
ClassicPlain

      • DOUBLE-CUT

      • 2 sets of diagonal rows of teeth
      • Second set of teeth cut in opposite diagonal direction and on top of the first set
      • First set of teeth is known as the overcut, second is known as upcut
      • Upcut is finer than overcut
      • Double-cut file is used with heavier pressure than the single-cut and removes material faster from the workpiece
      ClassicPlain

        CURVED-CUT

      • Teeth arranged in curved contours across the file face
      • Curved-cut file is normally used in automotive body shops for smoothing body panels
      ClassicPlain

        RASP-CUT

      • Series of individual teeth which are formed by a single-pointed tool
      • Produces a rough cut that is used primarily on wood, hooves, aluminum and lead
      ClassicPlain

Coarseness

  • Work to be accomplished, whether roughing or finishing, will determine type of teeth and coarseness for each application
  • Most American pattern files are available with 3 grades of cut: bastard-cut, second-cut and smooth-cut
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Shape

  • Area to be filed will determine specific cross-section (round, square, flat, etc.) to be used
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  1. Nicholson File #33016 No. 8 Metric Bolt Thread Restoring File-Bagged

    Sku #: 3HN-33016

    Nicholson File #33016 No. 8 Metric Bolt Thread Restoring File-Bagged
    Special Price $24.23 Regular Price $33.67
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  2. Nicholson File #33007 No. 2 Extra Fine/Extra Coarse Thread Restoring File-Bagged

    Sku #: 3HN-33007

    Nicholson File #33007 No. 2 Extra Fine/Extra Coarse Thread Restoring File-Bagged
    Special Price $24.23 Regular Price $33.67
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  3. Nicholson File #33001 No. 1 Regular Bolt Thread Restoring File-Bagged

    Sku #: 3HN-33001

    Nicholson File #33001 No. 1 Regular Bolt Thread Restoring File-Bagged
    Special Price $24.23 Regular Price $33.67
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  4. Nicholson File #21455 8 in. File Cleaner

    Sku #: 3HN-21455

    Nicholson File #21455 8 in. File Cleaner
    Special Price $14.69 Regular Price $20.42
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  5. Nicholson File #21458 10 in. File and Rasp Cleaner

    Sku #: 3HN-21458

    Nicholson File #21458 10 in. File and Rasp Cleaner
    Special Price $20.68 Regular Price $28.74
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  6. Nicholson File #21470N Size 000 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21470N

    Nicholson File #21470N Size 000 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle
    Special Price $7.65 Regular Price $10.63
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  7. Nicholson File #21471N Size 00 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21471N

    Nicholson File #21471N Size 00 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle
    Special Price $7.65 Regular Price $10.63
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  8. Nicholson File #21476N Size 0 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21476N

    Nicholson File #21476N Size 0 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle
    Special Price $5.89 Regular Price $8.19
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  9. Nicholson File #21485N Size 1 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21485N

    Nicholson File #21485N Size 1 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle
    Special Price $4.84 Regular Price $6.72
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  10. Nicholson File #21494N Size 2 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21494N

    Nicholson File #21494N Size 2 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle
    Special Price $4.35 Regular Price $6.05
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  11. Nicholson File #21503N Size 3 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21503N

    Nicholson File #21503N Size 3 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle
    Special Price $4.10 Regular Price $5.69
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  12. Nicholson File #21511N Size 4 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21511N

    Nicholson File #21511N Size 4 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle
    Special Price $3.67 Regular Price $5.10
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  13. Nicholson File #21520N Size 4 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle Type E

    Sku #: 3HN-21520N

    Nicholson File #21520N Size 4 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle Type E
    Special Price $3.69 Regular Price $5.12
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  14. Nicholson File #21522N Size 3 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle Type E

    Sku #: 3HN-21522N

    Nicholson File #21522N Size 3 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle Type E
    Special Price $4.19 Regular Price $5.83
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  15. Nicholson File #21524N Size 2 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle Type E

    Sku #: 3HN-21524N

    Nicholson File #21524N Size 2 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle Type E
    Special Price $4.27 Regular Price $5.94
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  16. Nicholson File #21526N Size 1 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle Type E

    Sku #: 3HN-21526N

    Nicholson File #21526N Size 1 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle Type E
    Special Price $4.86 Regular Price $6.75
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  17. Nicholson File #21528N Size 0 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle Type E

    Sku #: 3HN-21528N

    Nicholson File #21528N Size 0 Metal Ferruled Wooden Handle Type E
    Special Price $5.89 Regular Price $8.19
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  18. Nicholson File #21474NN File Handle with Inserts

    Sku #: 3HN-21474NN

    Nicholson File #21474NN File Handle with Inserts
    Special Price $6.48 Regular Price $9.00
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  19. Nicholson File #21474H Ergonomic File Handle with Inserts

    Sku #: 3HN-21474H

    Nicholson File #21474H Ergonomic File Handle with Inserts
    Special Price $7.82 Regular Price $10.87
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  20. Nicholson File #21502 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH3

    Sku #: 3HN-21502

    Nicholson File #21502 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH3
    Special Price $6.89 Regular Price $9.57
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  21. Nicholson File #21484 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH1

    Sku #: 3HN-21484

    Nicholson File #21484 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH1
    Special Price $6.89 Regular Price $9.57
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  22. Nicholson File #21516 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH8

    Sku #: 3HN-21516

    Nicholson File #21516 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH8
    Special Price $7.69 Regular Price $10.68
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  23. Nicholson File #21515 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH7

    Sku #: 3HN-21515

    Nicholson File #21515 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH7
    Special Price $7.53 Regular Price $10.47
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  24. Nicholson File #21514 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH6

    Sku #: 3HN-21514

    Nicholson File #21514 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH6
    Special Price $7.37 Regular Price $10.25
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  25. Nicholson File #21513 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH5

    Sku #: 3HN-21513

    Nicholson File #21513 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH5
    Special Price $7.14 Regular Price $9.92
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  26. Nicholson File #21512 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH4

    Sku #: 3HN-21512

    Nicholson File #21512 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH4
    Special Price $7.06 Regular Price $9.81
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  27. Nicholson File #21493 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH2

    Sku #: 3HN-21493

    Nicholson File #21493 Screw-on Plastic File Handle-No. PH2
    Special Price $6.89 Regular Price $9.57
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