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Main Boards => Hunting Knives and Crafters => Topic started by: gables on January 06, 2011, 08:33:00 PM
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I need a source for individual small files. I have gone through a couple of sets of the small Nicholson needle file sets but want to now buy a few of the same shape.
What kind of file do you use to file out guard slots?
Could I put a 4 flute end mill in my drill presto to bust out webbing in guard slots after drilling a series of holes? I know there should not be lateral pressure on a press but would an end mill grab and clean out the thin webbing if attacked straight down?
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Try 'Grobet Habilis' files medium teeth.
I cant address the drill question. I would use a mill or a file.
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Gables
I drill mine with my drill press, about 4 holes, then put it in a vice up and down. Take a 1/8" drill bit and work it on a angle until the center is gone. Then I take my needle files and file to fit, I've tried the mill bit and it seams to grab the sides, so until I get a milling machine, I'll just file them
hopes this helps
Dana
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Gables I have done it with drill press before getting a mill,it will work,its hard to keep end mill tight,also hard to get proper speed.
You might try two flute also,it worked better for me.