Nicholson 17615N Half Round Rasp Second Cut 8 Inches

Product Description

The NICHOLSON 17615N is a half round cabinet rasp designed for shaping and smoothing wood in cabinetmaking and general woodworking applications. This second cut rasp measures 8 inches in length, 29/32 inches wide, and 1/4 inch thick, with a standard handle style. The half round profile gives the user two working surfaces: a flat face for broad stock removal and a curved face for shaping concave contours. Second cut tooth geometry sits between bastard and smooth cut, offering a balance of material removal speed and surface finish quality. It is a common hand tool in the kits of finish carpenters, cabinetmakers, and woodworking tradespeople.

This rasp is suited for residential and commercial cabinetmaking, furniture work, and general wood shaping tasks where precise hand filing is required. The half round cabinet pattern makes it well matched for fitting joints, shaping door and drawer edges, and refining curved profiles in solid wood or wood composites. Its compact 8-inch length gives good control in tight or detailed work areas. Woodworkers and finish carpenters reach for this tool when power tools are impractical or when fine hand control is needed to hit a precise fit.

Key Features

• Second cut tooth pattern balances stock removal speed with surface smoothness
• Half round profile provides both a flat face and a curved face in one tool
• 8-inch length suits detailed and close-quarters wood shaping work
• 29/32-inch width and 1/4-inch thickness suit cabinet and furniture profiles
• Standard handle style for conventional grip and control
• Designed for wood material applications including solid wood and wood composites

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style hand rasp for use in wood shaping applications by cabinetmakers and woodworkers requiring a standard half round cabinet profile.

Installation Notes

This rasp is a hand tool requiring no power source or installation. Woodworkers and finish carpenters should secure the workpiece firmly before filing to maintain control and avoid injury. Keep the rasp clean of wood debris using a file card brush to maintain cutting efficiency. Inspect the handle for tightness before each use and replace if loose or damaged.