Nicholson 00047NN Flat File 10 Inches Bastard Cut

Product Description

The NICHOLSON 00047NN is a 10-inch American-pattern flat file designed for material removal and surface finishing on aluminum and similar non-ferrous metals. It features a double-cut tooth pattern with a bastard cut coarseness grade, making it well-suited for fast stock removal on softer materials. The file measures 10 inches in overall length, 0.82 inches in width, and 0.15 inches in thickness. It is a rigid, non-flexible file with a tang end, intended for use with a separately sourced handle. Machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians commonly reach for this tool when deburring, shaping, or smoothing aluminum components.

This file is a standard bench-file format used in machine shops, metal fabrication facilities, and general maintenance applications. The flat profile and double-cut bastard configuration work well for rapid material removal across flat and slightly contoured surfaces. It is a single-piece, tang-style file sold individually and sized for comfortable use in a standard hand-file handle. Its primary material application is aluminum, though it performs across a range of non-ferrous workpieces.

Key Features

• 10-inch overall length with a 10-inch cutting surface for full-length filing strokes
• Double-cut tooth pattern for faster material removal compared to single-cut
• Bastard cut coarseness grade — aggressive enough for rough shaping, suitable for intermediate finishing
• Flat file profile for use on flat surfaces and inside angles
• Rigid construction — non-flexible for controlled, consistent stroke pressure
• Tang end compatible with standard replacement file handles

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard addition to any tool inventory requiring a 10-inch American-pattern flat bastard-cut double-cut file. Fits any standard tang-style file handle sized for a 10-inch file.

Installation Notes

Files are hand tools installed into a separate tang-style handle before use — never operate a tang file without a properly fitted handle, as the exposed tang presents a laceration hazard. Secure the handle firmly before applying stroke pressure. When filing aluminum, use a file card or brush regularly to clear clogged teeth and maintain cutting efficiency. No power tools, fasteners, or trade licensing are required for standard bench-file use.