Files, Floats and Rasps are all toothed steel cutting tools, but the way they work is quite different.
Our Plane maker's and Joinery Floats made in USA by Lie-Nielsen Toolworks have teeth which are identical in design and function - only the shape of the tools differ. They leave a very smooth finish and are easily sharpened with a triangular file.
Auriou rasps from France offer unique properties found only in hand made tools. They cut quickly and very smoothly due to the hand-stiched teeth and superior forging and polishing involved in the process. These tools are not inexpensive due to the amount of hand work involved in each tool, but they are certainly an eye-opener in terms of performance.
We also offer files and rasps are made by Nicholson, a company which has been in business since 1864. We have a complete selection of "Saw Files" designed specifically for saw sharpening, and an auger file suitable for sharpening auger drills. You will also find the venerable Nicholson 49 and 50 Patternmakers rasps and an interesting Super Shear Curved Tooth File which leaves a very fine finish
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