Vallorbe 55mm/2.1" Escapement Square File, Cut 6

Ideal for filing tight angles and welds Swiss made 1.7mm at widest point 4 flat profiles that taper to a point Designed, developed and manufactured in Switzerland, these high-quality Vallorbe files undergo rigorous checks to ensure they stand the test of time. Made from high carbon steel and suitable for use on all metals, they deliver a superior performance time and again. This Vallorbe Escapement Pillar File measures 55mm in length, 1.7mm in width and 1.7mm thickness and features 4 flat profiles, tapered to a point making it ideal for flat surfaces and widening or shaping holes. Jewellers may wish to use a separate set of needle files for gold work to avoid cross-contamination of metal. Although it is not necessary to use a handle with needle files, specific needle file handles are available 999 493. Care should be taken when using these files due to their thickness. This file has a very fine cut 6 finish. The coarser the file, the more metal is removed. Files are graded as below; Cut 00 - Very coarse Cut 0 - Coarse Cut 1 - Coarse/Medium Cut 2 - Medium Cut 3 - Medium/Fine Cut 4 - Fine Other square needle files are available: 140mm, Diamond Cut: 999 VD3 160mm, Cut 0: 976 190 160mm, Cut 2: 976 200 160mm, Cut 4: 976 210 200mm, Cut 2: 999 676

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