I like files - good ones, not crummy ones, and with appropriate handles.

Good technique in handling a file is vitally important. Having some way to hold the workpiece firmly (e.g., good bench/vise setup) can also make a world of difference in being able to use a file effectively.

yep, hard to find good files these days, when I was a toolmaker the Jorgensons were good, but they have dropped off a lot in quality IMO. dont even bother with the HF or Home Depot ones

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2001 Excursion Powerstroke (to go dependably)
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Are you thinking of Nicholson?

I have a few Grobet files that I really like. They make some "Habilis" files that are intermediate in size between needle files and full-sized files - very handy for some jobs.

I have some Nicholson files - thanks to my late Father.

I also have some diamond files - but they are tiny for some very detailed work... File may work - I've tried it, but, boy - it's slow going and it's not removing much of the material - it's pretty flat so it's hard ot get a good 'bite' into it.

I may get a drum sander attachement for the drill press - which I have... that maybe the way to go.

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120VAC (not battery-powered) Dremel with grinding stone. What's the problem?

The stones are generally less than an inch in diameter, but it runs at 10k RPM rather than 1k or so for a normal grinder.

The problem is that I don't have a Dremmel tool - but I may just need to get one... darn, twist my arm to shop for another tool... hehe

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1987 Mercedes 300SDL; SOLD
1985 Mercedes 300D; SOLD
2006 Honda Pilot - wife's ride; 122K;
1995 Toyota Land Cruiser - 3X locked; 182K

I recall picking one up (to cut off rusty sink hardware at my folks' house) for about $50 complete with bits, at Home Desperate.

I got one a couple years ago. Really handy tool.

yes that right, been away from the toolshop for a while

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1982 300CD Turbo (Otis, "ups & downs") parts for sale
2003 TJ with Hemi (to go anywhere, quickly) sold
2001 Excursion Powerstroke (to go dependably)
1970 Mustang 428SCJ (to go fast)
1962 Corvette LS1 (to go in style)
2001 Schwinn Grape Krate 10spd (if all else fails)