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American Pattern

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
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      • 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
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        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
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        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
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        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
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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 07894N, Nicholson File #07894N 8 in. Flat Magicut

    Sku #: 3HN-07894N

    Nicholson File #07894N 8 in. Flat Magicut
    As low as $135.67
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  2. Nicholson 07917N, Nicholson File #07917N 10 in. Flat Magicut

    Sku #: 3HN-07917N

    Nicholson File #07917N 10 in. Flat Magicut
    As low as $92.63
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  3. Nicholson 07941N, Nicholson File #07941N 12 in. Flat Magicut

    Sku #: 3HN-07941N

    Nicholson File #07941N 12 in. Flat Magicut
    As low as $117.13
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  4. Nicholson 03367N, Nicholson File #03367N 4 in. Flat Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03367N

    Nicholson File #03367N 4 in. Flat Bastard Cut
    As low as $94.38
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  5. Nicholson 03434N, Nicholson File #03434N 4 in. Flat Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03434N

    Nicholson File #03434N 4 in. Flat Smooth Cut
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  6. Nicholson 03467N, Nicholson File #03467N 6 in. Flat Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03467N

    Nicholson File #03467N 6 in. Flat Bastard Cut
    As low as $99.01
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  7. Nicholson 03500N, Nicholson File #03500N 6 in. Flat Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03500N

    Nicholson File #03500N 6 in. Flat Second Cut
    As low as $104.91
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  8. Nicholson 03533N, Nicholson File #03533N 6 in. Flat Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03533N

    Nicholson File #03533N 6 in. Flat Smooth Cut
    As low as $124.92
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  9. Nicholson 03534N, Nicholson File #03534N 6 in. Flat Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03534N

    Nicholson File #03534N 6 in. Flat Smooth Cut
    As low as $69.25
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  10. Nicholson 03566N, Nicholson File #03566N 8 in. Flat Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03566N

    Nicholson File #03566N 8 in. Flat Bastard Cut
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  11. Nicholson 03599N, Nicholson File #03599N 8 in. Flat Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03599N

    Nicholson File #03599N 8 in. Flat Second Cut
    As low as $135.67
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  12. Nicholson 03632N, Nicholson File #03632N 8 in. Flat Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03632N

    Nicholson File #03632N 8 in. Flat Smooth Cut
    As low as $144.93
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  13. Nicholson 03633N, Nicholson File #03633N 8 in. Flat Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03633N

    Nicholson File #03633N 8 in. Flat Smooth Cut
    As low as $80.27
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  14. Nicholson 03665N, Nicholson File #03665N 10 in. Flat Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03665N

    Nicholson File #03665N 10 in. Flat Bastard Cut
    As low as $80.60
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  15. Nicholson 03698N, Nicholson File #03698N 10 in. Flat Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03698N

    Nicholson File #03698N 10 in. Flat Second Cut
    As low as $92.63
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  16. Nicholson 03731N, Nicholson File #03731N 10 in. Flat Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03731N

    Nicholson File #03731N 10 in. Flat Smooth Cut
    As low as $96.69
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  17. Nicholson 03732N, Nicholson File #03732N 10 in. Flat Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03732N

    Nicholson File #03732N 10 in. Flat Smooth Cut
    As low as $102.49
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  18. Nicholson 03762N, Nicholson File #03762N 12 in. Flat Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03762N

    Nicholson File #03762N 12 in. Flat Bastard Cut
    As low as $109.54
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  19. Nicholson 03764N, Nicholson File #03764N 12 in. Flat Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03764N

    Nicholson File #03764N 12 in. Flat Bastard Cut
    As low as $104.38
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  20. Nicholson 03797N, Nicholson File #03797N 12 in. Flat Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03797N

    Nicholson File #03797N 12 in. Flat Second Cut
    As low as $118.07
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  21. Nicholson 03830N, Nicholson File #03830N 12 in. Flat Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03830N

    Nicholson File #03830N 12 in. Flat Smooth Cut
    As low as $130.82
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  22. Nicholson 03863N, Nicholson File #03863N 14 in. Flat Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03863N

    Nicholson File #03863N 14 in. Flat Bastard Cut
    As low as $143.99
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  23. Nicholson 03929N, Nicholson File #03929N 14 in. Flat Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03929N

    Nicholson File #03929N 14 in. Flat Smooth Cut
    As low as $181.17
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  24. Nicholson 03980N, Nicholson File #03980N 16 in. Flat Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-03980N

    Nicholson File #03980N 16 in. Flat Bastard Cut
    As low as $189.59
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  25. Nicholson 21748HN, Nicholson File #21748HN 8 in. Flat Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21748HN

    Nicholson File #21748HN 8 in. Flat Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle
    As low as $75.15
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  26. Nicholson 21862N, Nicholson File #21862N 8 in. Flat Bastard Cut without Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21862N

    Nicholson File #21862N 8 in. Flat Bastard Cut without Handle
    As low as $36.42
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  27. Nicholson 21867N, Nicholson File #21867N 6 in. Flat Bastard Cut without Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21867N

    Nicholson File #21867N 6 in. Flat Bastard Cut without Handle
    As low as $28.50
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  28. Nicholson 21868HN, Nicholson File #21868HN 10 in. Flat Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21868HN

    Nicholson File #21868HN 10 in. Flat Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle
    As low as $43.53
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  29. Nicholson 21868N, Nicholson File #21868N 10 in. Flat Bastard Cut without Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21868N

    Nicholson File #21868N 10 in. Flat Bastard Cut without Handle
    As low as $40.52
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  30. Nicholson 08922N, Nicholson File #08922N 8 in. Single Cut Farmers Own Flat File

    Sku #: 3HN-08922N

    Nicholson File #08922N 8 in. Single Cut Farmers Own Flat File
    As low as $69.02
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