Grobet USA Swiss Pattern Precision 6" Regular Pillar File – Cut 00-6
Designed for precise filing of flat surfaces, these Grobet USA Swiss Pattern regular pillar files feature a rectangular profile that remains parallel in width while tapering in thickness. This design provides excellent control when creating, refining, and finishing flat surfaces, slots, shoulders, and other detailed areas.
The top and bottom working surfaces are double cut for efficient material removal, while both narrow edges are smooth, or safe. The safe edges allow you to file close to adjoining surfaces without cutting into them, making the file especially useful for precision work where maintaining clean edges and corners is important.
Choose from Cut 00, 0, 1, 2, 4, or 6 to match the amount of material removal and surface finish required. The available cuts range from extra-coarse for initial shaping to extra-fine for detailed finishing.
Features & Benefits
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Regular Pillar Profile: Provides a precise, flat working surface for filing slots, shoulders, edges, and flat areas.
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Parallel Width: Maintains a consistent width for accurate and controlled filing.
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Tapered Thickness: Gradually tapers in thickness for improved access and versatility.
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Double-Cut Faces: Top and bottom working surfaces provide efficient, controlled material removal.
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Two Safe Edges: Both narrow edges are smooth and uncut, helping protect adjoining surfaces.
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Multiple Cut Options: Choose from Cut 00, 0, 1, 2, 4, or 6 for different stages of shaping, refining, and finishing.
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Swiss Pattern Precision: Well suited for detailed bench work where accuracy and control are important.
Specifications
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Brand: Grobet USA
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File Type: Swiss Pattern Precision Regular Pillar File
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Length: 6" (150mm)
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Width: 33/64" (13mm)
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Thickness: 5/32" (4mm)
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Profile: Regular pillar
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Faces: Double cut
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Edges: Both safe
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Available Cuts: 00, 0, 1, 2, 4, and 6
Cut Options
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Cut 00 – 31.243: Extra coarse for aggressive material removal and initial shaping.
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Cut 0 – 31.244: Coarse for substantial material removal and shaping.
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Cut 1 – 31.245: Medium coarse for progressive shaping and refining.
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Cut 2 – 31.246: Medium for general-purpose precision filing and refining.
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Cut 4 – 31.248: Fine for detailed filing and finishing.
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Cut 6 – 31.249: Extra fine for precision finishing and very fine surface refinement.
Ideal For
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Precision filing of flat surfaces
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Filing slots and openings
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Working against shoulders
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Jewelry making and repair
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Precision metalworking
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Tool and die work
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Detailed fabrication
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Shaping and refining metal components
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Fine finishing and bench work
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a regular pillar file used for?
A pillar file is designed for precise filing of flat surfaces, slots, shoulders, and other areas where a narrow rectangular file provides better access and control.
What is the difference between the available cuts?
Lower cut numbers provide a coarser cutting action and remove material more quickly. Higher cut numbers provide progressively finer cutting action for refining and finishing.
Which cut is best for aggressive material removal?
Cut 00 is the extra-coarse option and provides the most aggressive material removal of the cuts offered on this page.
Which cut is best for fine finishing?
Cut 6 is the extra-fine option and is best suited for very controlled material removal and precision finishing.
Are both flat faces cut?
Yes. Both broad working surfaces are double cut.
Are the edges cut?
No. Both narrow edges are safe, meaning they are smooth and uncut.
Why are safe edges useful?
Safe edges allow you to file one surface while helping protect adjoining surfaces from accidental material removal. This is especially useful when filing slots, shoulders, and inside corners.
Does the file taper?
The width remains parallel while the thickness tapers, providing a consistent flat working surface with improved access.
Are all of the cut options included with one purchase?
No. Cut 00, 0, 1, 2, 4, and 6 are individual selectable variants. Choose the cut that best matches the amount of material removal and finish required.
