Value Collection SC70589213 Slim Taper File 6 in Single Cut

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION SC70589213 is a 6-inch American-pattern slim taper file designed for sharpening and dressing tapered saw teeth. It features a single-cut tooth pattern, which produces a smoother finish and is well suited for draw-filing and finishing work on metal edges and saw gullets. The file measures 11/32 inches in width at its widest point, tapering toward the tip, and includes a tang for use with a standard file handle. At 0.16 pounds, it is lightweight and easy to control during close-tolerance hand filing. This is a general-purpose hand tool used by trade professionals and skilled tradespeople working with hand saws, crosscut saws, and similar toothed tooling.

This slim taper file is primarily used for maintaining and sharpening tapered saw teeth, including crosscut and rip hand saws. The slim taper profile allows the file to seat properly in the gullet of a saw tooth without rounding the cutting edge. It is a standard choice for saw sharpening in woodworking shops, millwright applications, and general maintenance environments where hand saws require periodic touch-up. The single-cut design is appropriate where controlled material removal and a clean finish are needed rather than aggressive stock removal.

Key Features

• Single-cut tooth pattern for smooth, controlled material removal and finish filing
• Slim taper profile seats accurately in saw tooth gullets for precise sharpening
• 6-inch cut length suits standard hand saw tooth geometry
• 11/32-inch width tapers toward the tip for access to narrow gullets
• Tang end accepts standard file handles for a secure grip during use
• Non-flexible construction maintains consistent filing angle across the stroke

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard-use hand file compatible with typical tapered-saw sharpening applications requiring a 6-inch single-cut slim taper profile.

Installation Notes

This file is a hand tool and does not require installation, but safe use practices apply. Always mount a file handle onto the tang before use to prevent injury from the exposed tang point. Secure the workpiece in a vise before filing to maintain control and consistent stroke angle. Never use a file as a pry bar or striking tool, as the hardened steel is brittle and can fracture under lateral stress.