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Swiss Pattern

Choosing an Swiss 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

  • Swiss pattern files are available in seven cuts: No. 00, 0,1, 2, 3, 4, and 6
  • The degree of coarseness is greater in longer files, but differences between bastard, second and smooth are proportionate
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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 41018, Nicholson File #41018 7 1/2 in. Silversmith’s Rifflers-Style 3-Cut No. 2

    Sku #: 3HN-41018

    Nicholson File #41018 7 1/2 in. Silversmiths Rifflers-Style 3-Cut No. 2
    As low as $577.47
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  2. Nicholson 41102, Nicholson File #41102 7 1/2 in. Silversmith’s Rifflers-Style 10-Cut No. 2

    Sku #: 3HN-41102

    Nicholson File #41102 7 1/2 in. Silversmiths Rifflers-Style 10-Cut No. 2
    As low as $577.47
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  3. Nicholson 36018N, Nicholson File #36018N 6 1/2 in. Die Sinker’s File-Style 5-Cut No. 2

    Sku #: 3HN-36018N

    Nicholson File #36018N 6 1/2 in. Die Sinkers File-Style 5-Cut No. 2
    As low as $428.48
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  4. Nicholson 37752, Nicholson File #37752 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle Barrette Hot Die File-Cut No. 0

    Sku #: 3HN-37752

    Nicholson File #37752 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle Barrette Hot Die File-Cut No. 0
    As low as $309.67
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  5. Nicholson 37060, Nicholson File #37060 4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Round

    Sku #: 3HN-37060

    Nicholson File #37060 4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Round
    As low as $182.01
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  6. Nicholson 37081, Nicholson File #37081 4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Half Round

    Sku #: 3HN-37081

    Nicholson File #37081 4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Half Round
    As low as $185.38
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  7. Nicholson 37116, Nicholson File #37116 4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Flat

    Sku #: 3HN-37116

    Nicholson File #37116 4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Flat
    As low as $182.01
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  8. Nicholson 37200, Nicholson File #37200 4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Square

    Sku #: 3HN-37200

    Nicholson File #37200 4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Square
    As low as $182.01
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  9. Nicholson 37228, Nicholson File #37228 4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Three Square

    Sku #: 3HN-37228

    Nicholson File #37228 4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Three Square
    As low as $182.01
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  10. Nicholson 37256, Nicholson File #37256 4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Equaling

    Sku #: 3HN-37256

    Nicholson File #37256 4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Equaling
    As low as $182.01
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  11. Nicholson 37416, Nicholson File #37416 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Round

    Sku #: 3HN-37416

    Nicholson File #37416 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Round
    As low as $185.80
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  12. Nicholson 37430, Nicholson File #37430 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 4-Round

    Sku #: 3HN-37430

    Nicholson File #37430 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 4-Round
    As low as $185.80
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  13. Nicholson 37486, Nicholson File #37486 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 4-Flat

    Sku #: 3HN-37486

    Nicholson File #37486 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 4-Flat
    As low as $185.80
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  14. Nicholson 37500, Nicholson File #37500 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Crossing

    Sku #: 3HN-37500

    Nicholson File #37500 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Crossing
    As low as $185.80
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  15. Nicholson 37591, Nicholson File #37591 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Three Square

    Sku #: 3HN-37591

    Nicholson File #37591 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Three Square
    As low as $185.80
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  16. Nicholson 37612, Nicholson File #37612 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Equaling

    Sku #: 3HN-37612

    Nicholson File #37612 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Equaling
    As low as $185.80
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  17. Nicholson 37619, Nicholson File #37619 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Equaling

    Sku #: 3HN-37619

    Nicholson File #37619 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Equaling
    As low as $185.80
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  18. Nicholson 37640, Nicholson File #37640 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Barrette

    Sku #: 3HN-37640

    Nicholson File #37640 5 1/2 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Barrette
    As low as $185.80
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  19. Nicholson 37779, Nicholson File #37779 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Round

    Sku #: 3HN-37779

    Nicholson File #37779 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Round
    As low as $202.87
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  20. Nicholson 37793, Nicholson File #37793 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 4-Round

    Sku #: 3HN-37793

    Nicholson File #37793 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 4-Round
    As low as $202.87
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  21. Nicholson 37828, Nicholson File #37828 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 6-Half Round

    Sku #: 3HN-37828

    Nicholson File #37828 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 6-Half Round
    As low as $204.34
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  22. Nicholson 37842, Nicholson File #37842 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Flat

    Sku #: 3HN-37842

    Nicholson File #37842 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Flat
    As low as $202.87
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  23. Nicholson 37849, Nicholson File #37849 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 4-Flat

    Sku #: 3HN-37849

    Nicholson File #37849 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 4-Flat
    As low as $202.87
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  24. Nicholson 37863, Nicholson File #37863 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Crossing

    Sku #: 3HN-37863

    Nicholson File #37863 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Crossing
    As low as $202.87
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  25. Nicholson 37891, Nicholson File #37891 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Knife (safe back)

    Sku #: 3HN-37891

    Nicholson File #37891 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Knife (safe back)
    As low as $202.87
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  26. Nicholson 37898, Nicholson File #37898 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Knife (safe back)

    Sku #: 3HN-37898

    Nicholson File #37898 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Knife (safe back)
    As low as $202.87
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  27. Nicholson 37926, Nicholson File #37926 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Square

    Sku #: 3HN-37926

    Nicholson File #37926 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 2-Square
    As low as $202.87
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  28. Nicholson 37947, Nicholson File #37947 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Three Square

    Sku #: 3HN-37947

    Nicholson File #37947 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Three Square
    As low as $202.87
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  29. Nicholson 38059, Nicholson File #38059 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Slitting

    Sku #: 3HN-38059

    Nicholson File #38059 6 1/4 in. Round Handle Needle File-Cut No. 0-Slitting
    As low as $202.87
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  30. Nicholson 36219N, Nicholson File #36219N 4 in. Equaling File-Cut No. 0

    Sku #: 3HN-36219N

    Nicholson File #36219N 4 in. Equaling File-Cut No. 0
    As low as $261.85
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