8" MILL BASTARD FILE EA - Century Drill & Tool

The Century Drill & Tool 8" Mill Bastard File (Model 04052) is a professional-grade tool designed for efficient material removal and precise finishing in automotive and industrial applications. This versatile hand tool is engineered for durability and performance, making it an essential addition to any technician's toolkit for a range of metalworking tasks.

Key Features

• 8-Inch Length: Provides ample working surface for various tasks while maintaining maneuverability.
• Bastard Cut: Features a tooth coarseness ideal for rapid material removal, positioned between coarse and second cut, while still leaving a relatively smooth finish.
• Mill File Profile: Designed with parallel sides and a slight taper in thickness towards the tip, optimized for sharpening, draw filing, and smoothing applications.
• Single-Cut Teeth: Delivers a consistent and smooth finish, making it effective for producing a fine edge on blades.
• Durable Construction: Crafted from high-quality carbon steel for extended life and consistent performance in demanding professional environments.
• Professional Grade: Manufactured by Century Drill & Tool, known for producing tools engineered for strength, precision, and the demands of professionals.

Applications

This 8" Mill Bastard File is suitable for a wide array of tasks for professional technicians and mechanics. It excels at sharpening various tools such as circular saws, hand saws, chainsaw teeth, knives, axes, hoes, and lawnmower blades. It is also highly effective for deburring rough edges on metal components in automotive repair, shaping and smoothing metal parts in industrial environments, and removing excess material from castings or welds. The file can be used on a variety of materials including ferrous metals, mild steel, iron bar, plastics, stainless steel, and wood. Its design also makes it ideal for lathe work and general shop finishing where a smooth surface is desired.