Files and Sharpening Stones

Files and sharpening stones are tools used for shaping, smoothing, and sharpening materials. Files are typically used to remove material and refine surfaces, while sharpening stones are used to hone and maintain cutting edges. Motion provides a collection of files and sharpening stones for abrasive applications. Products are categorized by shape, cut, coarseness, brand, and more. Files are used to remove burrs from a workpiece and to shape and finish holes and grooves. American pattern files, also known as simply hand files, can remove material. These, along with Swiss pattern files, are available in a range of shapes and file patterns. Rasps are used primarily on wood and have raised teeth for rapid stock removal.