Nicholson 12"" Mill Single Cut Bastard File - Carded - 21842NN", multi

I was using files handed down to me from my dead relatives! The problem was, they just didn't work anymore. (I didn't realize it) I Ordered this file, and OMG! What a difference! In just one minute, my lawn mower blade was sharp!I highly recommend it.

Hard steel and not a chip or dull edge in sight after heavy use.Pay attention because it cuts/shaves metal fast! ...especially if your contouring or shaping a metal project. Enjoy!

Having already owned one, I purchased this one as a gift for son-in-law to sharpen his lawn mower blade and anything else he comes across. For that task, I like this long 12 inch with over 1 inch width. For the mower blade, you grab the file's ends with two hands and go 'sideways' across the surfaces of the blade in more of a scrubbing motion. Nicely maintains the original bevel. Nicholson is a long-time maker of quality files. I still remember all the different cuts (surface styles) of files 50 years later after learning the differences and applications in Junior High Metal Shop Class.

Very large flat bastard file, I bought for small tools, this is more for large things like shovels, lawnmower blades.

Made in USA

I ordered a 12” file thinking that would be the total length. It’s actually the cutting length so it’s a much bigger file than I intended to order.

Do yourself a favor and always buy Nicholson files. Avoid the cheap Made in China files. The single cut 12" Bastard is a real file and works like a file should. I have been using Nicholson files for over 50 years.

I’m often in need of my Bastard. Rat tail & half round files. Problem is it’s difficult to get the 10” ones out of the bottom my toolbag. I replaced all the 10” with 8” & couldn’t be happier about it. Nicholson is a well made product.