Nicholson 05738N Flat File 6 in Bastard Cut Double Cut

Product Description

The NICHOLSON 05738N is a 6-inch American-pattern flat file designed for general-purpose metal shaping, deburring, and surface finishing in trade and industrial environments. It features a double cut pattern with a bastard coarseness rating, making it effective for aggressive stock removal on ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The file measures 39/64 inches wide and 5/32 inches thick, with the full 6 inches serving as the cutting length. A tang end is included for use with a separately sourced file handle. Machinists, pipefitters, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and general maintenance trades reach for this style of file when fitting metal components or cleaning up threads and edges in the field.

This file is suited for flat surface work, edge dressing, and fitting tasks across residential and commercial maintenance, light fabrication, and mechanical trade applications. The double cut configuration removes material faster than a single cut and leaves a reasonably smooth finish suitable for follow-up work with a finer file or abrasive. It is a standard hand tool carried by plumbers trimming pipe ends, HVAC techs fitting sheet metal, and electricians dressing conduit ends.

Key Features

• Double cut pattern for fast, aggressive stock removal
• Bastard coarseness rating balances speed and surface finish
• Full 6-inch cutting length across the flat face
• 39/64-inch width provides a practical working surface for flat stock
• Tang end accepts a standard file handle for safe grip
• Non-flexible construction for controlled, consistent strokes

Compatibility

Designed as a standard American-pattern flat file suitable for general hand-filing of metals in trade and maintenance applications.

Installation Notes

File handles are not included and should be fitted to the tang before use to prevent hand injury. Always secure the workpiece in a vise or clamp before filing. Wear appropriate eye protection and gloves when filing metal. Inspect the file for cracks or damaged teeth before each use and do not use a file as a pry bar or hammer.