10" Mill Bastard Cut, 2 Round Edge (RE) - Nicholson, Cooper Tools

The Nicholson, Cooper Tools 9469 is a professional-grade 10" Mill Bastard Cut file, uniquely designed with two round edges for specialized filing and shaping tasks. This American pattern mill file provides efficient material removal and precise contouring, making it an indispensable tool for automotive technicians, industrial mechanics, and metalworking professionals. Its distinctive design allows for detailed work where standard files with sharp corners may be unsuitable.

Key Features

• Manufacturer & Model: Nicholson, Cooper Tools 9469
• Optimal Length: 10-inch length provides excellent control and reach for a variety of applications.
• Bastard Cut: Features a bastard cut coarseness, ideal for rapid yet controlled material removal, striking a balance between aggressive shaping and a smoother finish.
• Single-Cut Design: Equipped with a single-cut tooth pattern on its sides and edges, facilitating precision filing and producing a smooth surface finish.
• Two Round Edges: Engineered with two round edges, specifically for rounding gullets on saw blades and other applications requiring curved profiles.
• Durable Construction: Built to withstand the rigors of professional use in demanding automotive and industrial environments.

Applications

The Nicholson 9469 Mill Bastard Cut file is highly versatile, excelling in tasks that demand precision and the ability to work with curved surfaces. It is particularly effective for sharpening circular, felling, and band saws, where its round edges are perfectly suited for accurately shaping and deepening gullets.

Beyond saw sharpening, this file is invaluable for general metalworking, including draw filing and finishing metals to achieve smooth surfaces. Its rectangular profile with two round edges makes it ideal for deburring, creating consistent rounded profiles, and working on concave or convex surfaces. Professional technicians will find it suitable for various industrial applications, including lathe filing and refining components made from ferrous metals, stainless steel, plastics, and wood. The rounded edges also contribute to improved coating adhesion and prevent damage from sharp edges on finished parts.