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Round American Pattern Files - Round American Pattern File 1/8'''' (0.1250) Steel
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SKU: 191000003
Overview
This round file is built for precise metal removal where controlled shaping matters most, especially in cylindrical spaces and other tight contours. It suits gunsmiths and metalworkers who need to enlarge or smooth holes, refine curves, or make careful adjustments to firearm components such as screw and pin holes or scope mount apertures. The chisel-cut teeth are intended to support efficient cutting while still allowing detailed work. For tasks that call for accuracy over speed, it offers a focused, purpose-driven option.
Why Hunters Choose the Apex Tool Group
Precision-engineered Accurate
Material removal in cylindrical spaces
Suitable Enlarging
Controlled detail work
Useful Refining
Curves on firearm components and
Chisel-cut Teeth
Support efficient metal removal
Adjusting Screw
Pin holes, scope mount apertures
Key Features
- Round American pattern round file for precise metal removal
- Designed for gunsmiths and metalworkers needing accurate material removal
- Useful for enlarging or smoothing holes in cylindrical spaces
- Suitable for refining curves and detailed firearm component work
- Chisel-cut teeth support efficient metal removal
- #2 cut for fine cuts on tightly curved parts
Best Used For
- Gunsmiths needing precise material removal in cylindrical spaces and tight curved areas
- Metalworkers refining holes, curves, and detailed component fitment work
- Users adjusting screw and pin holes or scope mount apertures
- Those performing fine cuts on tightly curved firearm parts
Specifications
| Applications | Enlarging or smoothing holes; refining curves; detailed work on firearm components; adjusting screw and pin holes; scope mount apertures; fine cuts on tightly curved parts |
|---|---|
| Cut | #2 |
| File Diameter | 1/8 in (0.1250) |
| File Type | Round American Pattern File |
| Intended Use | Precision metal removal in cylindrical spaces |
| Material | Steel |
| Tooth Pattern | Chisel-cut teeth |
Pros
- Precision-engineered for accurate material removal in cylindrical spaces
- Suitable for enlarging or smoothing holes with controlled detail work
- Useful for refining curves on firearm components and metal parts
- Chisel-cut teeth support efficient metal removal
- Designed for adjusting screw and pin holes, scope mount apertures
- #2 cut supports fine cuts on tightly curved parts
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for precise metal removal in cylindrical and curved areas, so it is more specialized than a general-purpose file.
- The #2 cut is geared toward efficient material removal, which may be less suited to the finest finishing work.
- Best used for specific gunsmithing and metalworking tasks such as hole adjustment and contour refinement, rather than broad surface shaping.
Suggested Comparisons
- Flat files
- Half-round files
- Needle files
- Gunsmithing tools
Suggested Accessories
- File handle
- File card
- Protective file sleeve
- Bench vise
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this round file intended for?
It is designed for accurate material removal in cylindrical spaces, including enlarging or smoothing holes, refining curves, and doing detailed work on firearm components.
What kind of work is it useful for on firearms?
The product description specifically mentions adjusting screw and pin holes, scope mount apertures, and making fine cuts on tightly curved parts.
What cut does this file have?
The description states that it has a #2 cut.
What tooth style does it use?
It features chisel-cut teeth, which are described as helping with efficient metal removal.
Is this a general-purpose file or a precision tool?
It is presented as a precision-engineered tool for gunsmiths and metalworkers who need accurate material removal.