Description
Escapement files — also called watchmakers' files — are narrower and thinner than standard needle files, purpose-built for the most delicate and precise filing work. Every escapement file features a square handle and measures 5½" (14 cm) in total length from tip to handle end. The millimeter measurement always refers to the cut length — the length of the toothed portion — not the overall tip-to-tip length.
This set brings together 12 Cut 4 (Fine) escapement files in a carefully selected assortment of shapes and cut lengths, giving watchmakers and precision metalworkers the variety needed to tackle intricate filing tasks across a range of profiles. Glardon-Vallorbe Swiss Made Precision Files are the world standard for quality and performance, manufactured using a combination of machine cutting and hand craftsmanship. Made from the finest heat-tempered chrome alloy steel, they deliver superior accuracy, exceptional cutting action, and long-lasting durability on all metals. Formerly distributed by Grobet USA under the Grobet Swiss brand name.
Grading note: Glardon-Vallorbe needle files are graded on a scale from 00 (coarsest) to 6 (finest). The higher the number, the finer the cut. This set is Cut 4 — Fine.
Features
- Designed for delicate, precise filing requirements in watchmaking and fine metalwork
- Square handles for controlled grip and consistent orientation
- Cut 4 (Fine) grade for refined material removal and smooth finishing
- Each file measures 5½" (14 cm) overall; millimeter designations indicate cut length only
- Made from heat-tempered chrome alloy steel for durability and cutting performance
- Swiss Made to precise production standards combining machine cutting and hand craftsmanship
- Delivers superior performance on all metals
Specifications
| Set Quantity | 12 files |
|---|---|
| Cut Grade | Cut 4 – Fine |
| Overall Length | 5½" (14 cm) tip to handle end |
| Handle Style | Square |
| Material | Heat-tempered chrome alloy steel |
| Origin | Swiss Made |
What's Included
The standard set of 12 Cut 4 Fine escapement files contains the following shapes and cut lengths. Substitutions may occur based on factory availability from an approved list of alternate shapes and sizes.
- LE3004-55-4 — Knife 55 mm
- LE3008-40-4 — Half Round 40 mm
- LE3008-55-4 — Half Round 55 mm
- LE3009-40-4 — Crossing 40 mm
- LE3009-55-4 — Crossing 55 mm
- LE3010-55-4 — Barrette 55 mm
- LE3011-48-4 — Barrette 48 mm
- LE3012-40-4 — Rounding-Off 48 mm
- LE3014-40-4 — Three-Square 40 mm
- LE3016-55-4 — Warding 55 mm
- LE3017-55-4 — Square 55 mm
- LE3020-55-4 — Square 55 mm
Notes
Substitutions occur based on factory availability. Alternate shapes and sizes that may be substituted include: LE3009-55-4, LE3010-55-4, LE3011-48-4, LE3012-65-4, LE3014-55-4, LE3017-55-4, and LE3026-35-4. Exact set contents may vary from the standard listing above.
Specifications
- Brand
- Glardon-Vallorbe
- Part #
- 131.771
- Type
- Files
- Dimensions
- 8 in x 5 in x 0.75 in
- Set Quantity
- 12 files
- Cut Grade
- Cut 4 – Fine
- Overall Length
- 5½" (14 cm) tip to handle end
- Handle Style
- Square
- Material
- Heat-tempered chrome alloy steel
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