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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 13727M, Nicholson File #13727M 4 in. Regular Taper File

    Sku #: 3HN-13727M-840

    Nicholson File #13727M 4 in. Regular Taper File (Case 840-Pack)
    Special Price $2,973.60 Regular Price $4,720.80
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  2. Nicholson 13772M, Nicholson File #13772M 5 in. Regular Taper File

    Sku #: 3HN-13772M-504

    Nicholson File #13772M 5 in. Regular Taper File (Case 504-Pack)
    Special Price $2,018.52 Regular Price $3,200.40
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  3. Nicholson 13807M, Nicholson File #13807M 6 in. Regular Taper File

    Sku #: 3HN-13807M-336

    Nicholson File #13807M 6 in. Regular Taper File (Case 336-Pack)
    Special Price $1,809.36 Regular Price $2,866.08
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  4. Nicholson 13875M, Nicholson File #13875M 8 in. Regular Taper File

    Sku #: 3HN-13875M-144

    Nicholson File #13875M 8 in. Regular Taper File (Case 144-Pack)
    Special Price $1,271.84 Regular Price $1,913.76
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  5. Nicholson 12790, Nicholson File #12790 4 in. Square Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-12790-600

    Nicholson File #12790 4 in. Square Bastard Cut (Case 600-Pack)
    Special Price $4,249.53 Regular Price $7,110.00
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  6. Nicholson 12857, Nicholson File #12857 4 in. Square Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-12857-1200

    Nicholson File #12857 4 in. Square Smooth Cut (Case 1200-Pack)
    Special Price $9,493.20 Regular Price $16,692.00
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  7. Nicholson 12967, Nicholson File #12967 6 in. Square Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-12967-432

    Nicholson File #12967 6 in. Square Bastard Cut (Case 432-Pack)
    Special Price $3,194.83 Regular Price $5,339.52
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  8. Nicholson 13033, Nicholson File #13033 6 in. Square Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-13033-432

    Nicholson File #13033 6 in. Square Smooth Cut (Case 432-Pack)
    Special Price $3,784.64 Regular Price $6,320.16
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  9. Nicholson 13081, Nicholson File #13081 8 in. Square Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-13081-336

    Nicholson File #13081 8 in. Square Bastard Cut (Case 336-Pack)
    Special Price $2,943.61 Regular Price $4,915.68
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  10. Nicholson 13147, Nicholson File #13147 8 in. Square Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-13147-336

    Nicholson File #13147 8 in. Square Smooth Cut (Case 336-Pack)
    Special Price $3,698.63 Regular Price $6,175.68
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  11. Nicholson 13262, Nicholson File #13262 10 in. Square Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-13262-120

    Nicholson File #13262 10 in. Square Smooth Cut (Case 120-Pack)
    Special Price $1,821.60 Regular Price $2,883.60
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  12. Nicholson 13310, Nicholson File #13310 12 in. Square Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-13310-48

    Nicholson File #13310 12 in. Square Bastard Cut (Case 48-Pack)
    Special Price $876.71 Regular Price $1,317.60
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  13. Nicholson 13376, Nicholson File #13376 12 in. Square Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-13376-48

    Nicholson File #13376 12 in. Square Smooth Cut (Case 48-Pack)
    Special Price $1,079.20 Regular Price $1,622.88
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  14. Nicholson 11526N, Nicholson File #11526N 4 in. Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-11526N-1200

    Nicholson File #11526N 4 in. Round Bastard Cut (Case 1200-Pack)
    Special Price $5,874.00 Regular Price $10,164.00
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  15. Nicholson 11592NN, Nicholson File #11592NN 4 in. Round Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-11592NN-1200

    Nicholson File #11592NN 4 in. Round Smooth Cut (Case 1200-Pack)
    Special Price $6,901.20 Regular Price $12,156.00
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  16. Nicholson 11716, Nicholson File #11716 6 in. Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-11716-432

    Nicholson File #11716 6 in. Round Bastard Cut (Case 432-Pack)
    Special Price $2,306.88 Regular Price $4,561.92
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  17. Nicholson 11748NN, Nicholson File #11748NN 6 in. Round Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-11748NN-432

    Nicholson File #11748NN 6 in. Round Second Cut (Case 432-Pack)
    Special Price $2,630.88 Regular Price $4,168.80
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  18. Nicholson 11781, Nicholson File #11781 6 in. Round Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-11781-432

    Nicholson File #11781 6 in. Round Smooth Cut (Case 432-Pack)
    Special Price $2,877.12 Regular Price $3,659.04
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  19. Nicholson 11904, Nicholson File #11904 8 in. Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-11904-336

    Nicholson File #11904 8 in. Round Bastard Cut (Case 336-Pack)
    Special Price $2,167.20 Regular Price $3,437.28
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  20. Nicholson 11936, Nicholson File #11936 8 in. Round Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-11936-336

    Nicholson File #11936 8 in. Round Second Cut (Case 336-Pack)
    Special Price $2,509.92 Regular Price $3,981.60
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  21. Nicholson 11969, Nicholson File #11969 8 in. Round Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-11969-336

    Nicholson File #11969 8 in. Round Smooth Cut (Case 336-Pack)
    Special Price $2,802.24 Regular Price $4,441.92
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  22. Nicholson 12019, Nicholson File #12019 10 in. Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-12019-120

    Nicholson File #12019 10 in. Round Bastard Cut (Case 120-Pack)
    Special Price $1,054.18 Regular Price $1,586.40
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  23. Nicholson 12051, Nicholson File #12051 10 in. Round Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-12051-120

    Nicholson File #12051 10 in. Round Second Cut (Case 120-Pack)
    Special Price $1,241.88 Regular Price $1,868.40
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  24. Nicholson 12084, Nicholson File #12084 10 in. Round Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-12084-120

    Nicholson File #12084 10 in. Round Smooth Cut (Case 120-Pack)
    Special Price $1,372.70 Regular Price $2,062.80
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  25. Nicholson 12131, Nicholson File #12131 12 in. Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-12131-72

    Nicholson File #12131 12 in. Round Bastard Cut (Case 72-Pack)
    Special Price $919.18 Regular Price $1,382.40
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  26. Nicholson 12134, Nicholson File #12134 12 in. Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-12134-48

    Nicholson File #12134 12 in. Round Bastard Cut (Case 48-Pack)
    Special Price $619.88 Regular Price $878.88
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  27. Nicholson 12166, Nicholson File #12166 12 in. Round Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-12166-48

    Nicholson File #12166 12 in. Round Second Cut (Case 48-Pack)
    Special Price $707.52 Regular Price $1,002.72
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  28. Nicholson 12199, Nicholson File #12199 12 in. Round Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-12199-48

    Nicholson File #12199 12 in. Round Smooth Cut (Case 48-Pack)
    Special Price $771.04 Regular Price $1,092.96
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  29. Nicholson 12248, Nicholson File #12248 14 in. Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-12248-36

    Nicholson File #12248 14 in. Round Bastard Cut (Case 36-Pack)
    Special Price $662.70 Regular Price $939.60
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  30. Nicholson 21708NN, Nicholson File #21708NN 6 in. Round Bastard Cut-Red Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21708NN-144

    Nicholson File #21708NN 6 in. Round Bastard Cut-Red Handle (Case 144-Pack)
    Special Price $966.96 Regular Price $1,455.84
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