The MARU Iwasaki Carving File Crank Neck With Rubber Grip features a red handle, metal serrated edge, and a slightly bent shaft—ideal for removing loose fur or hair from animals. Shown against a plain white background.
The MARU Iwasaki Carving File Crank Neck With Rubber Grip features a flat, serrated rectangular blade and a red rubber-coated handle, ideal as a precision wood file for detailed shaping.
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The MARU Iwasaki Carving File Crank Neck With Rubber Grip features a flat, notched blade and a red crank neck handle, shown isolated on a white background.
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Iwasaki Carving File Crank Neck With Rubber Grip

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The Iwasaki Carving File Crank Neck solves the perpetual challenge of reaching into recessed areas through its innovative offset design that provides unimpeded access where straight files simply cannot go. Available in both Half Round and Flat profiles, this specialized Japanese file features chemically polished teeth and a unique crank neck configuration that transforms difficult recessed work into controlled, precise operations.

Key Features:

  • Crank neck design for accessing recessed areas
  • Chemically polished teeth for smooth cutting
  • Push-stroke cutting action for control
  • Available in Half Round or Flat profiles
  • Comfortable rubber grip handle
  • 8-inch overall length with 3-inch cutting surface
  • Teeth extend to tip on Flat profile
  • Safe edges protect adjacent surfaces
  • Made in Japan

Profile Specifications:

Half Round Profile:

  • Width: 7/8 inch
  • Radius: Approximately 7/8 inch
  • Ideal for mouldings and curved grooves
  • Versatile for various radius work

Flat Profile:

  • Width: 7/8 inch
  • Perfect for groove bottoms and rebates
  • Teeth to tip for stopped grooves
  • Suitable for sliding dovetail work

Ideal for:

  • Furniture makers working complex joinery
  • Luthiers shaping instrument channels
  • Moulding and millwork specialists
  • Carvers reaching recessed details
  • Pattern makers
  • Restoration professionals
  • Cabinet makers
  • Fine woodworking enthusiasts

Benefits:

  • Crank neck eliminates handle interference
  • Chemically polished teeth ensure smooth finish
  • Push stroke provides precise control
  • Reaches areas impossible for straight files
  • Multiple profiles match specific tasks
  • Reduces need for secondary finishing
  • Comfortable grip enables extended use
  • Teeth configuration resists clogging

Revolutionary Crank Neck Access: The offset crank neck design represents a breakthrough solution for the common frustration of handle interference when working long grooves or recessed areas. This thoughtful geometry positions your hand above and away from the work surface, allowing the cutting teeth to travel the full length of even deep channels without obstruction. The Half Round profile excels at creating and refining curved moulding profiles, working inside coves, and smoothing concave surfaces that would typically require multiple tools. Its 7/8-inch radius handles its own profile or wider curves with equal precision. The Flat profile transforms the tedious task of perfecting groove bottoms, housing dados, and rebate floors into smooth, controlled work. With teeth extending to the very tip, it reaches into stopped grooves that other files cannot access, while its width makes it ideal for fine-tuning sliding dovetails with minor modification.

Precision Through Chemistry: The chemically polished teeth represent advanced Japanese file technology, creating cutting surfaces that slice wood fibers cleanly rather than tearing them. This process produces teeth with optimal geometry and clearance angles that maintain their sharpness while resisting the clogging that plagues conventional files in resinous woods. The push-stroke cutting action provides superior control compared to pull-cut files, allowing you to see exactly where you're cutting and apply precise pressure where needed. The 3-inch cutting length offers enough surface for efficient work while maintaining the control necessary for delicate operations. Whether you're perfecting the bottom of a long dado, refining a moulding profile, or reaching into the recessed areas of carved work, these specialized files deliver the access and precision that turn impossible tasks into achievable excellence.

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In stock at 873 US-1, Woolwich, ME 04579 · Usually ready in 24 hours

In stock at 873 US-1, Woolwich, ME 04579

Iwasaki Carving File Crank Neck With Rubber Grip · Half Round Bastard

Available for pickup

873 US-1, Woolwich, ME 04579

Usually ready in 24 hours

873 U.S. 1
Woolwich ME 04579
United States

+12074427938

The Iwasaki Carving File Crank Neck solves the perpetual challenge of reaching into recessed areas through its innovative offset design that provides unimpeded access where straight files simply cannot go. Available in both Half Round and Flat profiles, this specialized Japanese file features chemically polished teeth and a unique crank neck configuration that transforms difficult recessed work into controlled, precise operations.

Key Features:

  • Crank neck design for accessing recessed areas
  • Chemically polished teeth for smooth cutting
  • Push-stroke cutting action for control
  • Available in Half Round or Flat profiles
  • Comfortable rubber grip handle
  • 8-inch overall length with 3-inch cutting surface
  • Teeth extend to tip on Flat profile
  • Safe edges protect adjacent surfaces
  • Made in Japan

Profile Specifications:

Half Round Profile:

  • Width: 7/8 inch
  • Radius: Approximately 7/8 inch
  • Ideal for mouldings and curved grooves
  • Versatile for various radius work

Flat Profile:

  • Width: 7/8 inch
  • Perfect for groove bottoms and rebates
  • Teeth to tip for stopped grooves
  • Suitable for sliding dovetail work

Ideal for:

  • Furniture makers working complex joinery
  • Luthiers shaping instrument channels
  • Moulding and millwork specialists
  • Carvers reaching recessed details
  • Pattern makers
  • Restoration professionals
  • Cabinet makers
  • Fine woodworking enthusiasts

Benefits:

  • Crank neck eliminates handle interference
  • Chemically polished teeth ensure smooth finish
  • Push stroke provides precise control
  • Reaches areas impossible for straight files
  • Multiple profiles match specific tasks
  • Reduces need for secondary finishing
  • Comfortable grip enables extended use
  • Teeth configuration resists clogging

Revolutionary Crank Neck Access: The offset crank neck design represents a breakthrough solution for the common frustration of handle interference when working long grooves or recessed areas. This thoughtful geometry positions your hand above and away from the work surface, allowing the cutting teeth to travel the full length of even deep channels without obstruction. The Half Round profile excels at creating and refining curved moulding profiles, working inside coves, and smoothing concave surfaces that would typically require multiple tools. Its 7/8-inch radius handles its own profile or wider curves with equal precision. The Flat profile transforms the tedious task of perfecting groove bottoms, housing dados, and rebate floors into smooth, controlled work. With teeth extending to the very tip, it reaches into stopped grooves that other files cannot access, while its width makes it ideal for fine-tuning sliding dovetails with minor modification.

Precision Through Chemistry: The chemically polished teeth represent advanced Japanese file technology, creating cutting surfaces that slice wood fibers cleanly rather than tearing them. This process produces teeth with optimal geometry and clearance angles that maintain their sharpness while resisting the clogging that plagues conventional files in resinous woods. The push-stroke cutting action provides superior control compared to pull-cut files, allowing you to see exactly where you're cutting and apply precise pressure where needed. The 3-inch cutting length offers enough surface for efficient work while maintaining the control necessary for delicate operations. Whether you're perfecting the bottom of a long dado, refining a moulding profile, or reaching into the recessed areas of carved work, these specialized files deliver the access and precision that turn impossible tasks into achievable excellence.

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