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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 21839N, Nicholson File #21839N 10 in. Mill Bastard Cut without Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21839N

    Nicholson File #21839N 10 in. Mill Bastard Cut without Handle
    As low as $57.56
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  2. Nicholson 21842HN, Nicholson File #21842HN 12 in. Mill Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21842HN

    Nicholson File #21842HN 12 in. Mill Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle
    As low as $307.56
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  3. Nicholson 21842N, Nicholson File #21842N 12 in. Mill Bastard Cut without Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21842N

    Nicholson File #21842N 12 in. Mill Bastard Cut without Handle
    As low as $47.43
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  4. Nicholson 07835N, Nicholson File #07835N 8 in. Hand Long Angle Lathe (LAL) Fine

    Sku #: 3HN-07835N

    Nicholson File #07835N 8 in. Hand Long Angle Lathe (LAL) Fine
    As low as $158.42
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  5. Nicholson 07842N, Nicholson File #07842N 10 in. Hand Long Angle Lathe (LAL) Fine

    Sku #: 3HN-07842N

    Nicholson File #07842N 10 in. Hand Long Angle Lathe (LAL) Fine
    As low as $107.44
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  6. Nicholson 07851N, Nicholson File #07851N 12 in. Hand Long Angle Lathe (LAL) Fine

    Sku #: 3HN-07851N

    Nicholson File #07851N 12 in. Hand Long Angle Lathe (LAL) Fine
    As low as $144.09
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  7. Nicholson 07863N, Nicholson File #07863N 14 in. Hand Long Angle Lathe (LAL) Fine

    Sku #: 3HN-07863N

    Nicholson File #07863N 14 in. Hand Long Angle Lathe (LAL) Fine
    As low as $189.59
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  8. Nicholson 07657N, Nicholson File #07657N 10 in. Flat Long Angle Lathe (LAL)

    Sku #: 3HN-07657N

    Nicholson File #07657N 10 in. Flat Long Angle Lathe (LAL)
    As low as $100.48
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  9. Nicholson 07688N, Nicholson File #07688N 12 in. Flat Long Angle Lathe (LAL)

    Sku #: 3HN-07688N

    Nicholson File #07688N 12 in. Flat Long Angle Lathe (LAL)
    As low as $135.45
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  10. Nicholson 07719N, Nicholson File #07719N 14 in. Flat Long Angle Lathe (LAL)

    Sku #: 3HN-07719N

    Nicholson File #07719N 14 in. Flat Long Angle Lathe (LAL)
    As low as $182.75
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  11. Nicholson 06711N, Nicholson File #06711N 4 in. Knife Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06711N

    Nicholson File #06711N 4 in. Knife Bastard Cut
    As low as $178.22
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  12. Nicholson 06773N, Nicholson File #06773N 4 in. Knife Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06773N

    Nicholson File #06773N 4 in. Knife Smooth Cut
    As low as $195.07
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  13. Nicholson 06804N, Nicholson File #06804N 6 in. Knife Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06804N

    Nicholson File #06804N 6 in. Knife Bastard Cut
    As low as $203.71
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  14. Nicholson 06836N, Nicholson File #06836N 6 in. Knife Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06836N

    Nicholson File #06836N 6 in. Knife Second Cut
    As low as $225.62
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  15. Nicholson 06867N, Nicholson File #06867N 6 in. Knife Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06867N

    Nicholson File #06867N 6 in. Knife Smooth Cut
    As low as $251.32
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  16. Nicholson 06898N, Nicholson File #06898N 8 in. Knife Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06898N

    Nicholson File #06898N 8 in. Knife Bastard Cut
    As low as $242.89
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  17. Nicholson 06930N, Nicholson File #06930N 8 in. Knife Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06930N

    Nicholson File #06930N 8 in. Knife Second Cut
    As low as $263.11
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  18. Nicholson 06961N, Nicholson File #06961N 8 in. Knife Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06961N

    Nicholson File #06961N 8 in. Knife Smooth Cut
    As low as $273.44
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  19. Nicholson 06992N, Nicholson File #06992N 10 in. Knife Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06992N

    Nicholson File #06992N 10 in. Knife Bastard Cut
    As low as $143.46
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  20. Nicholson 07054N, Nicholson File #07054N 10 in. Knife Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-07054N

    Nicholson File #07054N 10 in. Knife Smooth Cut
    As low as $349.70
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  21. Nicholson 07085N, Nicholson File #07085N 12 in. Knife Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-07085N

    Nicholson File #07085N 12 in. Knife Bastard Cut
    As low as $177.27
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  22. Nicholson 06601N, Nicholson File #06601N 8 in. Handy File

    Sku #: 3HN-06601N

    Nicholson File #06601N 8 in. Handy File
    As low as $80.05
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  23. Nicholson 06602N, Nicholson File #06602N 8 in. Handy File

    Sku #: 3HN-06602N

    Nicholson File #06602N 8 in. Handy File
    As low as $147.67
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  24. Nicholson 06686N, Nicholson File #06686N 12 in. Handy File

    Sku #: 3HN-06686N

    Nicholson File #06686N 12 in. Handy File
    As low as $115.55
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  25. Nicholson 05738N, Nicholson File #05738N 6 in. Hand Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05738N

    Nicholson File #05738N 6 in. Hand Bastard Cut
    As low as $109.54
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  26. Nicholson 05771N, Nicholson File #05771N 6 in. Hand Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05771N

    Nicholson File #05771N 6 in. Hand Second Cut
    As low as $118.39
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  27. Nicholson 05804N, Nicholson File #05804N 6 in. Hand Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05804N

    Nicholson File #05804N 6 in. Hand Smooth Cut
    As low as $124.92
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  28. Nicholson 05853N, Nicholson File #05853N 8 in. Hand Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05853N

    Nicholson File #05853N 8 in. Hand Bastard Cut
    As low as $121.76
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  29. Nicholson 05886N, Nicholson File #05886N 8 in. Hand Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05886N

    Nicholson File #05886N 8 in. Hand Second Cut
    As low as $146.20
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  30. Nicholson 05919N, Nicholson File #05919N 8 in. Hand Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05919N

    Nicholson File #05919N 8 in. Hand Smooth Cut
    As low as $149.15
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