Overview

• A tang is the tapered end of the file that can either be used to hold the file or inserted it into an optional handle.; Double cut files consist of two sets of teeth crisscrossing each other at opposite angles. They are used for heavy stock removal.; Hand files are used for rapid metal removal on sharp corners, shoulders and flat surfaces. They are similar to the flat files, but without the taper.; Smooth cut files are finer files and have the most teeth per inch. They are used for detailing and fine finishing work.