Value Collection 73-31500- Half Round File 4in Bastard Cut

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 73-31500- is a 4-inch American-pattern half round file designed for material removal, deburring, and shaping tasks in trade and industrial settings. The double cut pattern features two sets of parallel teeth crossing at opposing angles, which increases cutting speed and chip clearance compared to single cut files. At 1/8 inch thick and 7/16 inch wide, this file is well suited for working in confined spaces, tight radii, and curved surfaces. The tang end accepts a standard file handle for secure grip during use. Licensed trades and general fabricators alike rely on this profile for fitting, finishing, and refining metal components.

This half round file is used in metalworking, pipefitting, HVAC fabrication, and general mechanical trades where both flat and curved filing surfaces are needed in one tool. The flat face works sheet metal edges, slots, and flat stock. The curved face conforms to inside radii and pipe notches. The bastard cut coarseness makes it effective for fast stock removal on mild steel, cast iron, aluminum, and similar materials before moving to a finer finishing file.

Key Features

• Half round profile provides both a flat and a curved filing face in one tool
• Double cut tooth pattern accelerates material removal and clears chips efficiently
• Bastard cut coarseness optimized for rapid stock removal on common metals
• 4-inch file length suits close-quarters and detailed fitting work
• Tang end compatible with standard aftermarket file handles
• American-pattern geometry conforms to traditional trade file standards

Compatibility

Designed as a standard American-pattern half round file compatible with any standard file handle sized for tang-style files.

Installation Notes

File installation requires fitting the tang into a properly sized handle before use — operating a tang file without a handle risks puncture injury. Secure the workpiece in a vise before filing to prevent movement. File in the forward stroke only; lifting on the return stroke extends tooth life. Keep files stored separately to prevent tooth-to-tooth contact and dulling.