Most metal files can be sharpened with a file card, which is a tool that looks like a wire brush. The card is used to clean the teeth of the file and remove any metal filings that may be stuck in them. To sharpen the file, you will need to hold it at a slight angle to the card and move it back and forth.
If you need to file metal without using a file, there are a few methods you can try. One is to use a Dremel tool with a grinding attachment. Another is to use a rotary tool with a grinding bit. You can also use a belt sander or a disc sander.
There are a few things to consider when selecting a hand file. The first is the material you will be working with. Soft materials like wood will require a different file than harder materials like metal. The second is the size of the file. You will want to select a file that is the appropriate size for the job at hand. The third is the type of file. There are many different types of files, each designed for a specific purpose. Select the file that best suits your needs.
4.8/5
Used to clean debris and material build-up from metal files and rasp teeth
Steel fill material
Wood handle with hole for easy storage
$234
Your outdated files may be cleaned up quite easily with this device. My father left me a ton of documents. Due to their extended use, they were all clogged with dust and debris. My old files now function like new thanks to this tiny cleaning brush, which I used carefully and at the same angle as the file cuts. I like utilizing my dad's old tools, and this brush helped revive all the files.By chance, I came upon this on Amazon. I had never before seen one. I was looking for files, but by reviving my old ones, I ended up saving a ton of money.Regards, Amazon. fantastic bargain, excellent toolA happy DIY season to all!
4.8/5
Bastard Teeth Spacing For General-Purpose Tool Sharpening And Material Smoothing
Single-Cut Mill Pattern For Light Removal Of Material
Bi-material handle reduces vibrations and is slip-resistant
Bastard teeth spacing for general-purpose tool sharpening and material smoothing
Flat File Tapered In Width And Thickness For General Material Removal
Single Cut Mill Pattern For Light Removal Of Material
Flat File Tapered In Width And Thickness For General Material Removal
$234
After contrasting this file with a few others I frequently use, I believe it to be a good all-purpose tool that can quickly sharpen lawn mower blades, rusty antique axes, and any other metal that requires filing or tuning. Files are available with a variety of tooth patterns, including rough, medium, bastard, second cut, smooth, and dead smooth. As the bastardd file, this one is in the middle of the pack and may be used for the majority of tasks.This file is comfortable to work with, as I describe in my film, in part because of the handle but also because it is smaller than certain files and therefore relatively agile. Of course, you can use the file's sides, but I only do so when I need to make a square notch in something. The flat face of this file, which is highly "sharp" and aggressively files on other metals, is what I use 99% of the time.I've been using Stanley tools for more than 20 years and value the high caliber of their offerings. This file is incredibly cheap, but unlike those I've fallen for at my neighborhood budget tool store, it's not of poor quality.I anticipate using it for many years to come because it is a nice file at a decent price. This file most definitely fits the description of a good tool that should last a person their entire lifetime.A NOTE ON SHARPENING: When I'm sharpening a blade, I only often use this file as a first pass if the blade has burs or dents. You could use a grind stone for this, but in my experience, a file is a little bit more exact. All you need is a file to sharpen a mower blade. Knives typically require a stone to really sharpen their blades..................I DID NOT receive this item as part of a promotion. This review is completely the result of my own opinions and use of the product, which I made after conducting some comparison shopping before making my purchase.
4.5/5
Metric rethread file in mm: 0.75, 1.00, 1.25, 1.50, 1.75, 2.00, 2.50, 3.00
Pitches include: SAE rethread files: 9,10,11,12,13,14,16,18,20,24,27,28 and 30; Metric Rethread file (Millimeters per thread): 0.75, 1.00, 1.25, 1.50, 1.75, 2.00, 2.50, and 3.00
Made in the USA
$234
I wondered whether to purchase this collection of files or ones produced by another business. I had already purchased a file from the other manufacturer, so I was familiar with their quality, and I had never even heard of Lang Tools. These were truly created in the US (as opposed to the other firm, who used to manufacture in the US but no longer does), and they were less priced than the other set, which is what convinced me to make the buy. But I wasn't sure what kind of quality to anticipate given the pricing range.I must admit that the quality pleasantly surprised and astonished me. Having worked as a jet engine mechanic in the past and performing the majority of my own motorbike maintenance, I have experience using tools. And I am aware of which tools are worth investing in for high quality and how to distinguish between them. The phrase "invest the money for quality" definitely applies to files because a poor file will destroy whatever it is used for. Are these files as effective at repairing threads as a tap and die set? Okay, no. However, a good tap and die set will also allow you to remove a lot more money from your wallet. Are these files valuable to keep on hand in case you come upon tangled threads that only require a little tidying up? Absolutely.
4.4/5
Made in Japan
Approximate weight: 0.28 lbs
Package dimensions: 6" x 6.25" x 0.75"
$234
For me, these worked out fairly nicely. With the exception of the G string, which was somewhat different from the other widths I was using, everything performed as it should have. The thin width files must be handled carefully because they are quite delicate, but that is true of anything that thin.It can be a little challenging to start the filing process, but once you get the file to cut into the material, they work nicely. You just need to be careful not to snap the file if it becomes snagged.They arrive in a classy box and have a classy plastic carrying case. They appear to be a good set of tools. They all produced good results with the nuts I slotted with them. They are quite pricey, but hey, it's a speciality tool produced to exacting standards. Just be cautious because they are brittle.
4.4/5
Each thread restoring file will work with 8 different thread sizes
Available in 3 sizes and in a convenient 4-piece set
Files are made in U.S.A.
Used to restore damage or worn external threads on bolts, pipes, etc.
Used to restore damaged or worn external threads on bolts, pipes
Each thread restoring file will work with 8 different thread sizes
Caps are color coded: 1=Black, 2=Red, 8=Blue
$234
My DW625 DeWALT plunge router's collet shaft was cross-threaded, and I was facing a costly repair or replacement until someone on routerforums.com suggested using these files to tidy up threads. I used Prime's next day delivery to receive the files quickly because just the startup thread was harmed, and in less than 30 minutes, I got my network operational. It was simple for me to choose the right file because I was aware of the thread pitch (metric 1.0). I quickly repaired it by simply rotating the shaft through the damaged thread while starting with the healthy threads. I don't expect there to be any safety concerns because the tightened collet still uses roughly six intact threads.An excellent addition to any handyman's toolkit are these files.
4.3/5
Set of 5 files fit easily and securely into rugged, compact pouch
Set of 5 files in a variety of shapes for a range of home or shop uses
10-Inch /250mm mill bastard file
Comes in a plastic pouch for storage
American pattern files for non-precision material removal
Attached rubber-coated ergonomic handles for grip
10-Inch /250mm half-round bastard file
$234
Morrison, Jim Yes, I am strange. Anyway, I have a tonne of little files left over from my time as a machinist. For sharpening tractor blades, axes, shovels, and primarily that sort of thing, I need some larger sizes. Good set. manufactured in Mexico For some reason, leather and filing cabinets seem to be two of the products that come out of Mexico the best. outstanding craftsmanship As wonderful as anything I've seen, if not nicer. Excellent edges, laser-straight lines, and extremely cosy handles. Apparently properly heat-treated good steel. came in a pouch that was fairly good. It really impresses me. Highly advised.
4.2/5
Roll-up pouch with labeled compartments is included for tool identification and organization
Rubber-coated ergonomic handles provide a comfortable and sure grip for increased control
For shaping, sharpening, and removing material in a range of applications
Set of 9 American pattern hand files includes taper, flat, mill, half-round, and round cross-section files
Half-round, flat, and mill files provided in two lengths for proper reach; strong, durable high-carbon steel construction for extended tool life
$234
I absolutely enjoy these files overall. Compared to other items in this price bracket that I have seen, these seem to be machined fairly nicely.The grips finally slipping off after some heavy use is my only minor gripe. If you don't want that to happen, you can re-seat the handle after adding a drop of Gorilla glue (or another less permanent glue) to the handle.I find it amusing that several of the files in my set, which was created in Mexico, are branded with "Bastard" file.
4/5
American Pattern Flat File, Bastard Cut
Double Cut on Sides, Single Cut on Edges
Used By Machinists, Machinery Builders, Ship and Engine Builders
Rectangular in Cross Section and Taper Slightly Towards Point in Width
Also By Repairman and Others Who Require Rapid Removal of Metal
$234
Apart from rasps, this is pretty much the best mass-produced file on the market for removing coarse metal stock. Even though I've used it in programs that would probably be regarded as file abuse since I acquired it approximately three years ago, this particular file still retains its crispness. As of now, teeth only fracture at the very edges. It is always my "go-to" file and I've used it mostly on mild steel, but also occasionally on copper and aluminum.
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There are three types of metal files: rough, second cut, and smooth. Rough files are used to remove material quickly and are not meant for finishing work. Second cut files are for general purpose filing and are used to remove medium to light amounts of material. Smooth files are for finishing work and are used to remove small amounts of material.
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