Nicholson 00024NN Flat File 8 Inches Bastard Cut

Product Description

The NICHOLSON 00024NN is an American-pattern flat file designed for material removal, deburring, and surface finishing on metal workpieces. It features a double-cut tooth pattern, which uses two intersecting rows of teeth to remove material faster than a single-cut file. The bastard cut coarseness sits between coarse and second cut, making it a practical choice for general-purpose stock removal before moving to finer finishing steps. At 8 inches in length of cut and 0.33 inches thick, this file delivers solid leverage and control on flat surfaces. A tang is included for use with a standard file handle, sold separately.

This flat file is suited for use in maintenance, repair, and fabrication environments where aluminum and ferrous metals require shaping, smoothing, or edge cleanup. It is a standard hand tool in metalworking shops, HVAC fabrication, plumbing rough-in, and general trade work where fitting and deburring tasks arise routinely. The double-cut pattern moves material efficiently on flat faces and broad surfaces where aggressive filing is needed before finish work begins.

Key Features

• Double-cut tooth pattern for faster material removal on flat surfaces
• Bastard cut coarseness for general-purpose stock removal
• 8-inch length of cut provides substantial working surface
• 0.33-inch overall thickness for rigidity and controlled strokes
• Tang design compatible with standard aftermarket file handles
• Non-flexible construction for consistent surface contact

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose American-pattern flat file suitable for use on aluminum and common metals in maintenance, fabrication, and trade applications.

Installation Notes

Always fit the tang into a properly sized file handle before use to prevent hand injury from the exposed tang. Wear appropriate eye protection and gloves when filing metal workpieces. Keep the file clean of metal filings using a file card or brush to maintain cutting efficiency and prevent pinning. Files should not be used on hardened steel surfaces beyond their rated hardness, as this will damage the teeth.