There are 3 aspects to files.
- Shape – e.g. Round.
- Grade – e.g. Rough.
- Cut – e.g. Single.
Parts of the File.
Grades.
File Grades – click on the image to enlarge.
Cuts.
Single & Cross/Double Cuts
Other types of file cuts often used for cutting soft materials are;
Dreadnought.
Millenicut.
Rasp.
File Handle.
← Wooden Handle.
↑ Metal Ferrule – to stop the handle splitting.
File Card.
The file card is used to clean the debris from the teeth of the file to ensure the file cuts efficiently.
