{"product_id":"glardon-vallorbe-knife-escapement-files-le3004-55mm","title":"Glardon-Vallorbe Knife Escapement Files - LE3004","description":"\u003cp\u003eGlardon-Vallorbe Knife Escapement Files (LE3004) are precision Swiss-made watchmaker's files designed for working in slots, wedge-shaped openings, and other restricted areas. The knife profile is tapered in both width and thickness, while the curved knife edge maintains a consistent thickness from point to shoulder. Both sides are cut, making these files effective for refining tight internal geometries with control and accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEscapement file length is measured from the tip to the end of the cut — the tang and handle are \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e included in this measurement. These files feature square handles and are graded on a numeric scale from 0 (coarsest) to 8 (finest); the higher the number, the finer the cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlardon-Vallorbe Swiss Made Files are manufactured to precise production standards using a combination of machine cutting and hand craftsmanship. Produced from the finest heat-tempered chrome alloy steel, they deliver superior performance on all metals and are recognized worldwide as the standard for quality and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife profile tapered in width and thickness; knife edge is uniform in thickness from point to shoulder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut on both sides for versatile use in slots and wedge-shaped openings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurved knife edge designed for filing in restricted or hard-to-reach areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquare handle for secure grip and control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from heat-tempered chrome alloy steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraded cut system: higher number indicates finer cut (scale 0–8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength measurement covers cut area only — tang and handle excluded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwiss Made to precise production standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE3004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife Escapement File (Watchmaker's File)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength of Cut\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55 mm (2.2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth × Thickness (at thickest point)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0 mm × 1.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Style\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSquare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat-tempered chrome alloy steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwiss Made\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable Cuts\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 (Medium), 4 (Fine), 6 (Extra Fine)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength \u0026amp; Cut Code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCut Grade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE3004-55-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE3004-55-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE3004-55-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtra Fine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Glardon-Vallorbe","offers":[{"title":"55-2","offer_id":43578799554774,"sku":"LE3004-55-2","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"55-4","offer_id":47807111889110,"sku":"LE3004-55-4","price":26.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"55-6","offer_id":47807111921878,"sku":"LE3004-55-6","price":37.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9832\/0342\/files\/glardon-vallorbe-knife-escapement-files-le3004-otto-frei-1.jpg?v=1719958772","url":"https:\/\/www.ottofrei.com\/products\/glardon-vallorbe-knife-escapement-files-le3004-55mm","provider":"Otto Frei","version":"1.0","type":"link"}