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CHAPTER 28 FILES
HOW TO CHOOSE AND USE THEM
The "Types and Uses" section provides you with a list of
some of the types of files. These pages should help you
select the right file to do the job.
The "Using" section tells you how to use the file to
perform the desired function. The "Care" procedures tell
you how to care for the items.
INDEX
Item
Page
TYPES AND USES ................................................ 28-2
American pattern file .............................................. 28-2
Mill file ................................................................... 28-2
Pillar file ................................................................. 28-2
Round file .............................................................. 28-2
Square file ............................................................. 28-2
Taper file ................................................................ 28-2
Three-square file .................................................... 28-2
Warding file ........................................................... 28-3
Curved-tooth file .................................................... 28-3
Swiss pattern file .................................................... 28-3
SAFETY ................................................................. 28-3
USING .................................................................... 28-4
CARE...................................................................... 28-5
Replacing the handle............................................... 28-6
28-1
