6" Flat Double Cut Second File by NICHOLSON

The Crescent Nicholson flat double cut bastard files with an American pattern are ideal for machinists, machinery builders, ship and engine builders. The files can be used effectively by repairmen and others who require rapid removal of metal. The rectangular cross section allows you to smooth and sharpen straight surfaces, while slight taper in width towards the file's point creates ease of access in slots.

FEATURES:

• Rectangular shape for smoothing and shaping straight surfaces, with tapered width to ease access in slots
• American pattern file for non-precision material removal
• Double-cut teeth on both sides for rapid removal of material
• Single-cut teeth on both edges for finishing, sharpening, and deburring
• Flat files, which are of rectangular cross section and have double cut teeth
• Used wherever metal must be removed rapidly and finish is of secondary importance
• Flat files are slightly tapered toward the points in both width and thickness and are cut on both sides
• American pattern
• Flat files are used for rapid material removal and general purpose applications.
• Second cut files have a medium coarseness.
• They are used for intermediate smoothing and finishing work.

• Double cut files consist of two sets of teeth crisscrossing each other at opposite angles. They are used for heavy stock removal.