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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this file for its exceptional sharpness, durability, and precision performance. Most highlight its ability to deliver smooth, professional results on steel, aluminum, and other materials with minimal effort, particularly for sharpening blades and refining edges. The 6-inch length offers ideal control for tight spaces, while the dual-faced design allows quick transitions between coarse and fine filing. Reviewers consistently note the teeth retain sharpness even after extensive use on tough materials, with many citing the lifetime warranty as reinforcing confidence in longevity. The compact, portable design is valued for reaching awkward areas and fitting easily in toolbags. A few report isolated quality issues or wish for wider surfaces, but these concerns rarely impact overall satisfaction.
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Would RecommendVerified Purchaser
file
worked lije it was supposed to
It was wrapped in a secure plaice cover.
Would RecommendIt was easy to use and the right size.
Hi Ninfa, thanks for your feedback!
Needs to be wider
Needs to be wider
Worked for me
It works just like a real file; I used it to remove metal I would have rather milled out - but I don't have a mill.
Good for Horror Movie villans
Sharpened a hatchet blade and machete. It's so sharp, Michael Myers is jealous
Chainsaws
Would RecommendBought these for use with my chainsaws. They are perfect for what I needed.
Verified Purchaser
Hi Billy, thank you for your positive feedback and continued support of the Kobalt brand!
Have only used it for a small job so far.
Would RecommendBought this for a job that required sanding/scrapping in a tight location. Did a wonderful job, professionally looking results.
Verified Purchaser
No teeth on one side
Would Not RecommendCheck the file before you buy. The second one of these files I bought in a year had no real teeth on one side. The file would not cut at all on that side. Poor quality control.
Hi Hivoltage, we appreciate your feedback and will look into this. The file is covered by Kobalt's lifetime guarantee and can be exchanged at yo...
Nice file for smoothing edges
Would RecommendThe file is a nice size and easy to use. I sharpened my pocket knife with it and got a very sharp, clean edge very quickly. It is great to use it to file sharp edges down to make them smooth.
Hi geek, thank you for your feedback and 5-star review!