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Need fine flat rasp non-crosshatched

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#1 · (Edited by Moderator)
I need a smoothing rasp with a flat side that has non-cross-hatched teeth, approximately 15 to 20 per inch. I found one years ago that's worn out that says "Made in USA" but no other inscription. It is 3/4ths in wide and 8 inches long. I use it for smoothing very hard bois d'arc (osage orange) wood for bows and arrows. Have checked Nicholson but they don't make such. Must be non-cross-hatched!!
 
#4 · (Edited by Moderator)
Do you want a file or a rasp?

Look at Iwasaki files. Even the coarser ones deliver a finer cut
than most rasps and there are some very fine models available.

I think if you try one you will love it.

In terms of the specialized file you prefer, it may be for a
specific trade like jewelry or cutting bone. Nicholson
used to make a lot of models they don't make anymore.
 
#8 ·
Depending on your task, I would think you could adapt either plane maker's floats or a flat needle rasp to your job. If you're doing coarser work or large curves, I would think the Auriou rasps (and others) could be adapted to your job.

Hope this helps.
 
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