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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 05968N, Nicholson File #05968N 10 in. Hand Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05968N

    Nicholson File #05968N 10 in. Hand Bastard Cut
    As low as $90.07
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  2. Nicholson 06001NN, Nicholson File #06001NN 10 in. Hand Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06001NN

    Nicholson File #06001NN 10 in. Hand Second Cut
    As low as $98.90
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  3. Nicholson 06034N, Nicholson File #06034N 10 in. Hand Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06034N

    Nicholson File #06034N 10 in. Hand Smooth Cut
    As low as $106.59
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  4. Nicholson 06084N, Nicholson File #06084N 12 in. Hand Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06084N

    Nicholson File #06084N 12 in. Hand Bastard Cut
    As low as $120.18
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  5. Nicholson 06117N, Nicholson File #06117N 12 in. Hand Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06117N

    Nicholson File #06117N 12 in. Hand Second Cut
    As low as $129.45
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  6. Nicholson 06150N, Nicholson File #06150N 12 in. Hand Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-06150N

    Nicholson File #06150N 12 in. Hand Smooth Cut
    As low as $137.03
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  7. Nicholson 04795N, Nicholson File #04795N 6 in. Half Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-04795N

    Nicholson File #04795N 6 in. Half Round Bastard Cut
    As low as $148.52
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  8. Nicholson 04798HN, Nicholson File #04798HN 6 in. Half Round Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-04798HN

    Nicholson File #04798HN 6 in. Half Round Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle
    As low as $86.50
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  9. Nicholson 04828N, Nicholson File #04828N 6 in. Half Round Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-04828N

    Nicholson File #04828N 6 in. Half Round Second Cut
    As low as $159.68
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  10. Nicholson 04861N, Nicholson File #04861N 6 in. Half Round Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-04861N

    Nicholson File #04861N 6 in. Half Round Smooth Cut
    As low as $165.58
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  11. Nicholson 04896N, Nicholson File #04896N 8 in. Half Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-04896N

    Nicholson File #04896N 8 in. Half Round Bastard Cut
    As low as $179.69
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  12. Nicholson 04927N, Nicholson File #04927N 8 in. Half Round Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-04927N

    Nicholson File #04927N 8 in. Half Round Second Cut
    As low as $188.12
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  13. Nicholson 04960N, Nicholson File #04960N 8 in. Half Round Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-04960N

    Nicholson File #04960N 8 in. Half Round Smooth Cut
    As low as $201.60
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  14. Nicholson 21745N, Nicholson File #21745N 8 in. Half Round Bastard Cut-Red Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21745N

    Nicholson File #21745N 8 in. Half Round Bastard Cut-Red Handle
    As low as $103.54
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  15. Nicholson 21746HN, Nicholson File #21746HN 10 in. Half Round Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle

    Sku #: 3HN-21746HN

    Nicholson File #21746HN 10 in. Half Round Bastard Cut-Ergonomic Handle
    As low as $120.29
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  16. Nicholson 21881N, Nicholson File #21881N 6 in. Half Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-21881N

    Nicholson File #21881N 6 in. Half Round Bastard Cut
    As low as $82.27
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  17. Nicholson 04695N, Nicholson File #04695N 4 in. Half Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-04695N

    Nicholson File #04695N 4 in. Half Round Bastard Cut
    As low as $143.25
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  18. Nicholson 04729N, Nicholson File #04729N 4 in. Half Round Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-04729N

    Nicholson File #04729N 4 in. Half Round Second Cut
    As low as $159.05
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  19. Nicholson 04762N, Nicholson File #04762N 4 in. Half Round Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-04762N

    Nicholson File #04762N 4 in. Half Round Smooth Cut
    As low as $167.05
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  20. Nicholson 04995N, Nicholson File #04995N 10 in. Half Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-04995N

    Nicholson File #04995N 10 in. Half Round Bastard Cut
    As low as $111.97
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  21. Nicholson 05026N, Nicholson File #05026N 10 in. Half Round Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05026N

    Nicholson File #05026N 10 in. Half Round Second Cut
    As low as $121.66
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  22. Nicholson 05059N, Nicholson File #05059N 10 in. Half Round Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05059N

    Nicholson File #05059N 10 in. Half Round Smooth Cut
    As low as $127.66
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  23. Nicholson 05090N, Nicholson File #05090N 12 in. Half Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05090N

    Nicholson File #05090N 12 in. Half Round Bastard Cut
    As low as $151.04
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  24. Nicholson 05094N, Nicholson File #05094N 12 in. Half Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05094N

    Nicholson File #05094N 12 in. Half Round Bastard Cut
    As low as $143.99
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  25. Nicholson 05125N, Nicholson File #05125N 12 in. Half Round Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05125N

    Nicholson File #05125N 12 in. Half Round Second Cut
    As low as $156.42
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  26. Nicholson 05158N, Nicholson File #05158N 12 in. Half Round Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05158N

    Nicholson File #05158N 12 in. Half Round Smooth Cut
    As low as $164.74
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  27. Nicholson 05190N, Nicholson File #05190N 14 in. Half Round Pipeliner File

    Sku #: 3HN-05190N

    Nicholson File #05190N 14 in. Half Round Pipeliner File
    As low as $131.66
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  28. Nicholson 05194N, Nicholson File #05194N 14 in. Half Round Bastard Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05194N

    Nicholson File #05194N 14 in. Half Round Bastard Cut
    As low as $187.07
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  29. Nicholson 05225N, Nicholson File #05225N 14 in. Half Round Second Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05225N

    Nicholson File #05225N 14 in. Half Round Second Cut
    As low as $194.02
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  30. Nicholson 05258N, Nicholson File #05258N 14 in. Half Round Smooth Cut

    Sku #: 3HN-05258N

    Nicholson File #05258N 14 in. Half Round Smooth Cut
    As low as $218.03
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