Value Collection 79-0099-06 Mill File 12 in Single Cut

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 79-0099-06 is a 12-inch American-pattern mill file with a single-cut, smooth-cut tooth pattern. Mill files are flat hand files used to draw-file metal surfaces, deburr edges, sharpen tool edges such as lawn mower blades and lathe cutting tools, and finish soft metals. This file measures 1-5/32 inches wide and 7/32 inches thick with a tang end for use with a file handle. The single-cut pattern produces a smoother finish and less material removal per stroke compared to double-cut files. It is suited for machinists, maintenance technicians, and metalworking tradespeople who need controlled surface refinement.

This mill file is used in light metalworking, general maintenance, and sharpening applications across industrial, commercial, and residential service environments. Typical uses include dressing flat metal surfaces, removing burrs from cut stock, sharpening single-bevel edges, and finishing soft metals such as aluminum and brass. The smooth-cut grade makes it appropriate for finish work rather than aggressive stock removal. It is a standard bench-filing tool found in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical shops for field metal prep and hardware fitting.

Key Features

• Single-cut tooth pattern for smooth, controlled material removal
• Smooth-cut coarseness grade suited for finish filing and sharpening
• 12-inch file length provides full working surface for flat and draw filing
• 1-5/32 inch width covers broad flat surfaces in fewer strokes
• 7/32 inch thickness allows filing in shallow slots and recesses
• Tang end accepts standard file handles for secure grip during use

Compatibility

Designed as a standard American-pattern mill file compatible with any file handle sized for a 12-inch tang-style file.

Installation Notes

Always fit the tang into a properly sized file handle before use to prevent hand injury. File in one direction only, lifting the file on the return stroke to preserve tooth life. Keep the file clean with a file card or brush to prevent pinning and surface scratching. Store files separately or with blade guards to prevent teeth from contacting other metal tools.