Equalling needle files are parallel in both width and thickness, making them an excellent choice for filing slots, corners, and precision flat surfaces. Measurements are taken at the thickest point of the file. Also called flat files or pillar files.
Starting in 2015, Grobet needle files transitioned from Swiss to Italian manufacture. If you are looking for the original Swiss-made equivalent, Otto Frei carries an extensive stock of genuine Glardon-Vallorbe Swiss Made Equalling (Pillar) Needle Files LA2401 / LAV2401 and Equalling (Pillar) Escapement Files LE3017, available in a wide variety of cuts and sizes. Glardon-Vallorbe is the original manufacturer of Swiss needle files if your file is marked Swiss Made, it was made by Glardon-Vallorbe of Switzerland.
Needle file lengths are measured tip to tip, including the handle section (tang).
Features
- Parallel width and thickness throughout the working length
- Ideal for filing slots, corners, and flat interior surfaces
- Also known as flat files or pillar files
- Italian made by Grobet USA (manufactured in Italy since 2015)
- Available in three lengths: 100mm (4″), 140mm (5-1/2″), and 160mm (6-1/4″)
- Available in cuts ranging from Extra Coarse (00) to Extra Fine (6)
- Not all cuts are available in all lengths
Specifications
| Type | Equalling (Flat / Pillar) Needle File |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Italy (Grobet USA, since 2015) |
| Available Lengths | 100mm (4″), 140mm (5-1/2″), 160mm (6-1/4″) |
| Available Cuts | 00 Extra Coarse, 0 Coarse, 2 Medium, 4 Fine, 6 Extra Fine |
| Length Measurement | Tip to tip, including tang |
Available Options
| Part | Length (mm) | Cut | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31.498 | 100mm | 0 | Coarse |
| 31.499 | 100mm | 2 | Medium |
| 31.500 | 100mm | 4 | Fine |
| 31.501 | 140mm | 0 | Coarse |
| 31.502 | 140mm | 2 | Medium |
| 31.505 | 160mm | 00 | Extra Coarse |
| 31.506 | 160mm | 0 | Coarse |
| 31.508 | 160mm | 2 | Medium |
| 31.510 | 160mm | 4 | Fine |
| 31.511 | 160mm | 6 | Extra Fine |
Notes
- Not all cuts are available in all lengths refer to the options table above for available combinations.
- These are Italian-made Grobet USA files. For Swiss-made equivalents, see Glardon-Vallorbe LA2401, LAV2401, and LE3017 listings.
- California Proposition 65 Warning: This product may contain nickel, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm.
