hand files

[Steven Hsieh]

I am wondering what people using these days? I'm looking at the nicholson files, the prices seem a bit steep.

http://www.amazon.com/Nicholson-Half-Round-Pattern-Cabinet-American/dp/B0036AWRPW/ref=pd_sbs_indust1/183-9908798-8541536

[Prashun Patel]

For a good rasp, I don't find that price to be expensive.

I've been using Dragon rasps and find them excellent users. They also taper to a point, and have a flat and convex side. It's very versatile and maneuverable. Best of all, it removes a good amount of material with great control.

[Steven Hsieh]

For a good rasp, I don't find that price to be expensive.
How good are the new Nicholson files compared the old ones?
I don't mind spending that much for a good file. But when its made in another country and if not the same.

[Steven Hart]

Some have been critical of the Brazilian-made Nicholsons.

http://www.toolsforworkingwood.com/Merchant/merchant.mvc?Screen=NEXT&StoreCode=toolstore&nextpage=/extra/blogpage.html&BlogID=181

[Rod Sheridan]

http://www.leevalley.com/en/wood/page.aspx?p=53823&cat=1,42524

Regards, Rod.