As is often my wont to search the Lee Valley site for specials and such, an item appeared that seemed worth taking a chance:

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The write up didn't mention the country of origin. At that price it was surely not going to be from the well known makers in France. My guess was right, Pakistan does make a lot of tools. They can also make quality tools.

Gave one of these a quick try out today before having to run in to town.

Didn't have time to compare it to my other rasps but it could be coaxed in to leaving a very smooth finish. It is all in the skewing. My guess is they are about a 13 grain.

My only regret is not buying two sets to send one to my grandson, though he got a boat load of tools just last month.

jtk