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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 21708NN, Nicholson File #21708NN 6 in. Round Bastard Cut-Red Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21708NN-6

    Nicholson File #21708NN 6 in. Round Bastard Cut-Red Handle (Shelf 6-Pack)
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  2. Nicholson 21715, Nicholson File #21715 8 in. Round Bastard Cut-Red Handle

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    Nicholson File #21715 8 in. Round Bastard Cut-Red Handle (Shelf 6-Pack)
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  3. Nicholson 21846NN, Nicholson File #21846NN 6 in. Round Bastard Cut without Handle

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    Nicholson File #21846NN 6 in. Round Bastard Cut without Handle (Shelf 3-Pack)
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  4. Nicholson 21853, Nicholson File #21853 8 in. Round Bastard Cut without Handle

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    Nicholson File #21853 8 in. Round Bastard Cut without Handle (Shelf 6-Pack)
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  5. Nicholson 21854, Nicholson File #21854 10 in. Round Bastard Cut without Handle

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    Nicholson File #21854 10 in. Round Bastard Cut without Handle (Shelf 6-Pack)
    Special Price $65.35 Regular Price $92.00
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  6. Nicholson 09227N, Nicholson File #09227N 12 in. Mill Bastard Cut-1 Round Edge (RE)

    Sku #: 3HN-09227N-6

    Nicholson File #09227N 12 in. Mill Bastard Cut-1 Round Edge (RE) (Shelf 6-Pack)
    Special Price $92.06 Regular Price $137.02
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  7. Nicholson 09099N, Nicholson File #09099N 8 in. Mill Bastard Cut-1 Round Edge (RE)

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    Nicholson File #09099N 8 in. Mill Bastard Cut-1 Round Edge (RE) (Shelf 12-Pack)
    Special Price $115.86 Regular Price $172.52
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  8. Nicholson 08243N, Nicholson File #08243N 4 in. Mill Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-08243N-12

    Nicholson File #08243N 4 in. Mill Bastard Cut (Shelf 12-Pack)
    Special Price $70.81 Regular Price $99.92
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  9. Nicholson 08306N, Nicholson File #08306N 4 in. Mill Smooth Cut

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    Nicholson File #08306N 4 in. Mill Smooth Cut (Shelf 12-Pack)
    Special Price $102.38 Regular Price $152.33
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  10. Nicholson 08354N, Nicholson File #08354N 6 in. Mill Bastard Cut

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    Nicholson File #08354N 6 in. Mill Bastard Cut (Shelf 12-Pack)
    Special Price $70.81 Regular Price $99.92
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  11. Nicholson 08385N, Nicholson File #08385N 6 in. Mill Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-08385N-12

    Nicholson File #08385N 6 in. Mill Second Cut (Shelf 12-Pack)
    Special Price $97.54 Regular Price $145.33
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  12. Nicholson 08416N, Nicholson File #08416N 6 in. Mill Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-08416N-12

    Nicholson File #08416N 6 in. Mill Smooth Cut (Shelf 12-Pack)
    Special Price $103.64 Regular Price $154.31
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  13. Nicholson 08497N, Nicholson File #08497N 8 in. Mill Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-08497N-12

    Nicholson File #08497N 8 in. Mill Bastard Cut (Shelf 12-Pack)
    Special Price $85.28 Regular Price $120.38
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  14. Nicholson 08529N, Nicholson File #08529N 8 in. Mill Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-08529N-12

    Nicholson File #08529N 8 in. Mill Second Cut (Shelf 12-Pack)
    Special Price $109.54 Regular Price $163.15
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  15. Nicholson 08559N, Nicholson File #08559N 8 in. Mill Smooth Cut without Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-08559N-6

    Nicholson File #08559N 8 in. Mill Smooth Cut without Handle (Shelf 6-Pack)
    Special Price $64.35 Regular Price $90.68
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  16. Nicholson 08560N, Nicholson File #08560N 8 in. Mill Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-08560N-12

    Nicholson File #08560N 8 in. Mill Smooth Cut (Shelf 12-Pack)
    Special Price $121.76 Regular Price $181.37
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  17. Nicholson 08642N, Nicholson File #08642N 10 in. Mill Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-08642N-12

    Nicholson File #08642N 10 in. Mill Bastard Cut (Shelf 12-Pack)
    Special Price $103.64 Regular Price $154.31
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  18. Nicholson 08673N, Nicholson File #08673N 10 in. Mill Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-08673N-12

    Nicholson File #08673N 10 in. Mill Second Cut (Shelf 12-Pack)
    Special Price $140.09 Regular Price $208.56
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  19. Nicholson 08702N, Nicholson File #08702N 10 in. Mill Smooth without Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-08702N-6

    Nicholson File #08702N 10 in. Mill Smooth without Handle (Shelf 6-Pack)
    Special Price $79.16 Regular Price $111.54
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  20. Nicholson 08704N, Nicholson File #08704N 10 in. Mill Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-08704N-12

    Nicholson File #08704N 10 in. Mill Smooth Cut (Shelf 12-Pack)
    Special Price $149.15 Regular Price $222.16
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  21. Nicholson 08737N, Nicholson File #08737N 12 in. Mill Bastard Cut

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    Nicholson File #08737N 12 in. Mill Bastard Cut (Shelf 6-Pack)
    Special Price $89.40 Regular Price $125.86
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  22. Nicholson 08768N, Nicholson File #08768N 12 in. Mill Second Cut

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    Nicholson File #08768N 12 in. Mill Second Cut (Shelf 6-Pack)
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  23. Nicholson 08799N, Nicholson File #08799N 12 in. Mill Smooth Cut

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    Nicholson File #08799N 12 in. Mill Smooth Cut (Shelf 6-Pack)
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  24. Nicholson 08832N, Nicholson File #08832N 14 in. Mill Bastard Cut

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    Nicholson File #08832N 14 in. Mill Bastard Cut (Shelf 6-Pack)
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  25. Nicholson 08894N, Nicholson File #08894N 14 in. Mill Smooth Cut

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    Nicholson File #08894N 14 in. Mill Smooth Cut (Shelf 6-Pack)
    Special Price $139.98 Regular Price $208.30
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  26. Nicholson 21687HN, Nicholson File #21687HN 6 in. Mill Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21687HN-6

    Nicholson File #21687HN 6 in. Mill Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle (Shelf 6-Pack)
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  27. Nicholson 21687N, Nicholson File #21687N 6 in. Mill Bastard Cut-Red Handle

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    Nicholson File #21687N 6 in. Mill Bastard Cut-Red Handle (Shelf 6-Pack)
    Special Price $43.08 Regular Price $60.72
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  28. Nicholson 21694HN, Nicholson File #21694HN 8 in. Mill Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21694HN-6

    Nicholson File #21694HN 8 in. Mill Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle (Shelf 6-Pack)
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  29. Nicholson 21694N, Nicholson File #21694N 8 in. Mill Bastard Cut-Red Handle

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    Nicholson File #21694N 8 in. Mill Bastard Cut-Red Handle (Shelf 6-Pack)
    Special Price $49.54 Regular Price $69.89
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  30. Nicholson 21701HN, Nicholson File #21701HN 10 in. Mill Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21701HN-6

    Nicholson File #21701HN 10 in. Mill Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle (Shelf 6-Pack)
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