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About Files

Files, also known as American-pattern and machinists' files, are used to remove material quickly.

Precision files, also known as Swiss-pattern files, are made to exacting measurements to ensure smoothness and are useful for finishing delicate and intricate parts.

File Sets

Keep multiple files on hand for workpieces of different shapes and sizes.

Precision File Sets

Made to exacting measurements, the files in these sets give you precise control over how much material you remove. Also known as Swiss-pattern files, they create more consistent finishes than American-pattern files.

Half-Round Files

Remove material quickly. Also known as American-pattern and machinists’ files.

Precision Half-Round Files

Made to exacting measurements to ensure smoothness, these files are used for finishing delicate and intricate parts. Also known as Swiss-pattern files.

Integrated-Handle Half-Round Files

No separate handle needed—these files shape concave, convex, and flat surfaces right out of the box.

Half-Round Diamond Files

Use these files on concave, convex, and flat surfaces.

Half-Round Carbide Files

Use on concave, convex, and flat surfaces.

Half-Round Files for Stainless Steel

Remove material quickly. Also known as American-pattern and machinists’ files.

Precision Half-Round Files for Stainless Steel

Made to exacting measurements to ensure smoothness, these files are used for finishing delicate and intricate parts. Also known as Swiss-pattern files.

Half-Round Files for Aluminum and Soft Metals

Use on concave, convex, and flat surfaces.

Half-Round Rasps

Use on concave, convex, and flat surfaces.

Needle and Detail Files

Needle Files

The small tip allows precise work in tight spots.

Bend-and-Stay Needle Files

Bend these files to conform to your workpiece and they will hold the shape until you bend them again. They can be bent more than 100 times without breaking.

Diamond Needle Files

These narrow files are the hardest available, and are strong enough to file hard materials in small holes, grooves, and slots.

Needle Files for Stainless Steel

Remove material from stainless steel with little to no clogging.

Files for Air-Powered Filers

Smoothing and Polishing Stones

Maintain tools, molds, and dies. These stones can be used by hand or in power tools with a compatible holder.