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RE: Wooden Handles for Files? - thauburger - 03-04-2017
Thanks for the great tips, all!
RE: Wooden Handles for Files? - atgcpaul - 03-04-2017
You could also use dowels.
RE: Wooden Handles for Files? - Admiral - 03-05-2017
Can't say enough about the cast iron ones, great for maintaining consistent filing angles as you repetitively file something because it allows you to register your grip on the holes in the file holder; it's the only kind I use for filing saws where consistent rake and fleam angles are very important.
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RE: Wooden Handles for Files? - Anak - 03-05-2017
(03-04-2017, 03:09 PM)Bill_Houghton Wrote: Not the season for this solution, but I've heard of folks who use corn cobs - cleaned of the corn, of course.
But do not do not DO NOT use a file or rasp without a handle. If it jams, the tang can injure your hand.
Your local hardware store should have them, unless you're unlucky enough to have a useless hardware store.
Even a cork is an improvement over nothing.
RE: Wooden Handles for Files? - Stwood_ - 03-05-2017
Chainsaw repair shops
Chainsaw section at the hardware store
RE: Wooden Handles for Files? - highpi - 03-06-2017
I bought some years ago from either Lee Valley or Rockler. I'm not sure if they still carry them.
RE: Wooden Handles for Files? - Sawdustd - 03-07-2017
Use dowel stock or an old broom handle.
RE: Wooden Handles for Files? - Steve Evans - 03-07-2017
These are my favourites.
The Best Things
RE: Wooden Handles for Files? - KSMike - 03-08-2017
Another vote for Skrooz-on (or however it's spelled). I treated all mine with BLO, they feel great in the hand.
RE: Wooden Handles for Files? - opticsguy - 03-10-2017
We are woodworkers, making a wooden handle is easy.
Find a tree branch that fits your hand, cut to length (4").
Drill a hole smaller than the tang.
Tap file into handle,,,,,,,,,,,,,done!