Here is an old trick for you to try whe filing soct metals is to run the file over a pice of chalk before you use them helps greatly to reduce loading

just for you to know, that file at @4:28 is called a barrette file, and it is supposed to be smooth on two faces, that was not a mistake.

My first set of needle files were Husky brand from Home Depot. So-so quality-wise, but they came in a nice plastic case and included a handle with a threaded locking collar. I now keep my expensive diamond files in that case along with the handle for when I need it. It may be beneficial to some of you to buy this kit if they still sell it solely for the case and handle for your higher quality files.

Always enjoy your vids keep up the good work.

I learned a lot from this! thanks for sharing!

I like my Nicholsons. From large to small overall great files. Industry standard

Bought a set of BAHCO needle files that are made in Switzerland. The best $70 spent. Literally removes metal twice as fast and lasts many times longer

Try the german or swiss made files they are called Swiss pattern files

Those 12 PC needle nose pliers in the red pack from harbor freight are extremely rough and often not cut well or at all on all sides, but they're so cheap that it's worth it since you do get 12 of them. It's really hard to find a good file these days with Nicholson and Simonds being made in the USA and more.

glardon vallorbe swiss files are the absolute best, For electronics rework or jewelry. Expensive. like $90 for a set, but they are the best.

could you sharpen nail clippers with these?

Diamond files need lubed. Use water and go lightly to break them in. Having said that you get what you pay for. All my diamond files cost $40.00 and up.

I have a collection of these. Nicholsons are the only ones to deal with. The rest are one use throw away.

4:50 is BS, it is supposed to be so !

As soon as you said they don’t have a handle on them (at about 1min) I stopped. Needle files historically do not have handles although you easily can fit your own if you want. Some people get mixed up with warding files, generally used by locksmiths; these are a little larger and do have handles.

In my own experience the handles are irrelevant. I prefer the Nicholson's which are only surpassed by an old set of Craftsmans I bought in 1992.

Opl

Get what you pay for generally speaking.

You have nail and hand fungus

This is all well and good but the important question is, what's a Radio Shack?