6" American Pattern Square Bastard File

Take your metalworking projects to the next level with the American Pattern Square Bastard File. Crafted from high-quality chromium alloy steel and hardened to 65Rc, this file combines durability with precision. Its triangular cross section and double-cut design make it ideal for filing internal angles sharper than 90°, as well as enlarging keyways, slots, and square holes. Featuring a unique ductile core to minimize breakage and a rust-resistant lacquer coating, this file is built to handle aggressive material removal and shaping, ensuring you achieve accurate results every time.
• For safety reasons and to prevent possible OSHA violations, a tanged file should never be used without a tight-fitting handle.
• A handle will not only help prevent accidents, it helps make the job easier and more enjoyable.
• Measured from the base of the tang to the tip.