10" Boxed Half Round File Bastard Cut - Nicholson, Cooper Tools

The Nicholson 04995N Boxed Half Round File, 10-inch Bastard Cut, is an indispensable tool for professional automotive, industrial, and metalworking applications. Manufactured by Nicholson, a trusted Cooper Tools brand, this file features a versatile half-round profile with an aggressive bastard cut, specifically engineered for efficient material removal and precise shaping across diverse surfaces. Its robust construction ensures reliable performance and exceptional durability in demanding work environments.

Key Features

• Dual-Purpose Profile: Offers both a flat side for planar surfaces and a curved side for contours, expanding hole openings, and deburring rounded edges, reducing the need for multiple specialized tools.
• Efficient Bastard Cut: The medium-coarse teeth are designed for rapid stock removal and initial shaping of workpieces, significantly accelerating tasks like deburring and rough shaping.
• Durable High-Carbon Steel: Constructed from high-carbon steel, this file maintains consistent cutting performance and offers an extended tool life even with frequent professional use.
• Optimized 10-Inch Length: The 10-inch (250 mm) length provides a balanced blend of reach and control, making it suitable for a wide range of hand filing applications requiring both aggressive material removal and precise shaping.
• Professional-Grade Nicholson Quality: Backed by Nicholson's reputation for manufacturing high-quality, reliable hand files that meet the demands of professional technicians and mechanics.

Applications

• Metalworking: Ideal for shaping, deburring, and smoothing various metals including steel, aluminum, brass, and copper components in fabrication and repair.
• Automotive Repair: Effective for deburring metal components, preparing surfaces, and shaping minor parts in engine work, chassis maintenance, and body repair.
• Industrial Fabrication: An essential hand tool for fabricators, machinists, and tool and die makers requiring versatile material removal and shaping capabilities on castings and machined parts.
• Woodworking: Useful for shaping wooden parts, enlarging holes, or creating smooth, rounded edges on timber in professional carpentry and joinery.

Specifications

• Model Number: 04995N
• File Type: Half Round, Bastard Cut
• Length: 10 inches (250 mm)
• Weight: 0.6 lbs (272 grams)
• Material: High-carbon steel