Value Collection SC70573712 Mill File 14 in Bastard Cut

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION SC70573712 is a 14-inch American-pattern mill file designed for material removal, deburring, and surface finishing on metal workpieces. It features a single cut, bastard coarseness rating, and a tang end for use with a compatible file handle. The file measures 1-5/16 inches wide and 1/4 inch thick along the cutting length, providing a flat, rigid profile suited for draw-filing flat surfaces, sharpening saw blades, and general bench work. Machinists, toolmakers, maintenance technicians, and fabricators reach for this style of file when a controlled, moderate-cut rate is needed on steel, cast iron, or similar ferrous materials.

This mill file fits into a broad range of trade and industrial applications. Its bastard cut makes it appropriate for stock removal on rough edges and for initial surface preparation before finishing with a finer cut. The rigid, non-flexible construction keeps the file tracking straight across flat or slightly curved surfaces. It is well suited for shop bench use, on-site fabrication, and field maintenance tasks where a reliable general-purpose file is required.

Key Features

• 14-inch cutting length for reach on larger workpieces
• Bastard cut provides moderate stock removal rate
• Single cut pattern delivers smoother surface finish than double cut
• 1-5/16 inches wide by 1/4 inch thick flat profile for draw-filing and flat-surface work
• Tang end accepts a standard file handle for secure grip during use
• Non-flexible construction maintains consistent contact across flat surfaces

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style American-pattern mill file compatible with standard file handles sized for tang-style files in the 14-inch class.

Installation Notes

Always fit a properly sized handle onto the tang before use to prevent hand injury from the exposed tang point. Secure the workpiece in a vise before filing to maintain control and avoid movement. Keep the file moving in a consistent stroke direction and lift on the return stroke to extend file life. Inspect the file teeth before use and replace any file showing heavy clogging or broken teeth.