Standard Pillar Files - Swiss Pattern - Standard Swiss Pattern Pillar File #2 Cut 8'''' Steel

Name: Standard Pillar Files - Swiss Pattern - Standard Swiss Pattern Pillar File #2 Cut 8'''' Steel
Brand: Apex Tool Group
SKU: 191399470
Price: 33.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Overview

Built for precise final filing, this Swiss pattern pillar file is suited to careful metalwork where control matters more than aggressive material removal. Its narrower profile, compared with standard hand files, makes it a practical choice for finishing and refining tighter areas while maintaining a safe edge design. The double-cut sides support efficient filing action, and the #2 cut offers a balanced option for detailed finishing work. For hunters and outdoorsmen who maintain gear, it fits the kind of shop task that calls for accuracy and a clean result.

AI Recommendation

Built for precise final filing, this Swiss pattern pillar file is suited to careful metalwork where control matters more than aggressive material removal.

Why Hunters Choose the Apex Tool Group

Swiss Pattern

Design supports precise final filing

Double-cut Sides

Efficient material removal

Safe Edges

Help reduce unintended contact during

Narrower Profile

Than hand files suits detailed

Available 8-inch

#2 cut size for controlled

Key Features

Swiss Pattern pillar file for precise final filing
Similar in shape to hand files, but about two-thirds as wide
Double-cut sides for controlled material removal
Safe edges for cleaner handling during use
8-inch #2 cut size with 39/64-inch width and 13/64-inch thickness
Made by Apex Tool Group

Best Used For

Final filing on small metal parts where precise material removal is needed
Users who want a narrower file profile than standard hand files
Bench work requiring safe edges and controlled side filing
Shop tasks calling for Swiss pattern files with a #2 cut
Hunters maintaining gear components that need careful, measured finishing

Specifications

Cut	#2
Double Cut Sides	Yes
File Type	Pillar File
Length	8 in
Length Cm	20.3 cm
Material	Steel
Pattern	Swiss Pattern
Safe Edges	Yes
Thickness	13/64 in
Thickness Mm	5.2 mm
Width	39/64 in
Width Mm	15.5 mm

Pros

Swiss Pattern design supports precise final filing work
Double-cut sides provide efficient material removal
Safe edges help reduce unintended contact during use
Narrower profile than hand files suits detailed work
Available in 8-inch #2 cut size for controlled finishing

Considerations & Trade-offs

Swiss Pattern pillar files are narrower than hand files, so they’re suited to more precise finishing work rather than faster material removal.
The #2 cut version is a finishing-oriented cut, which means it’s not intended for aggressive stock removal.
Only the sides are double-cut; that shape supports controlled filing, but it may feel less versatile than a broader general-purpose file.
The listed size options differ in width and thickness, so selecting the right one depends on the level of access and the amount of material you need to refine.

Suggested Comparisons

Hand files
Needle files
Precision filing tools
Metalworking files

Suggested Accessories

File handle
Tool storage case
Bench vise
Honing stone

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this file designed for?

It is described as a standard pillar file for precise final filing.

How is a pillar file different from a hand file?

According to the description, it is similar in shape to hand files but is only about two-thirds as wide.

Are the edges safe to use near finished surfaces?

The product description states that the edges are safe.

What cut and size is this specific version?

This version is listed as an 8" #2 cut file, with dimensions of 39/64" wide x 13/64" thick.

Who makes this file?

The manufacturer listed is Apex Tool Group.