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Glardon-Vallorbe Pippin Precision Files - LP1730

Part # LP1730-6-2 4 In Stock Weight <0.1 lb / <5 g
Current price $83.89
GV - Length & Cut (Precision): 6-2
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Description

Pippin precision files are tapered in both width and thickness, combining the cross-sections of a round file and a crossing file while incorporating the edge profile of a knife file. This distinctive geometry makes pippin files the ideal choice for finishing the junction between two different curved surfaces and for opening slots where a "V" shape is required. Measurements listed are taken at the thickest point of the file.

Glardon-Vallorbe Swiss Made Precision Files are manufactured to exacting production standards, using a combination of machine cutting and hand craftsmanship to produce highly accurate, long-lasting files. Made from finest heat-tempered chrome alloy steel, they deliver the right feel, action, and balance demanded by professional jewelers, metalsmiths, and watchmakers. These files perform superbly on all metals and represent the world standard for quality and performance. Formerly distributed under the Grobet Swiss name by Grobet USA.

Features

  • Tapered in both width and thickness — combines round and crossing file cross-sections with a knife-file edge
  • Ideal for finishing junctions between two different curved surfaces
  • Suited for opening slots requiring a "V" profile
  • Made from heat-tempered chrome alloy steel for durability and long life
  • Manufactured using precision machine cutting combined with hand craftsmanship
  • Superior performance on all metals
  • Swiss Made to the highest production standards

Specifications

Brand Glardon-Vallorbe
Origin Swiss Made
Material Heat-tempered chrome alloy steel
File Type Pippin
Available Lengths 6 inch (150 mm), 8 inch (200 mm)
Available Cuts Cut 2 Medium, Cut 4 Fine
Cut Grade Scale 00 (coarsest) – 6 (finest)
Length Measurement Tooth area only — does not include tang
Overall Length Note A 6" file measures approximately 8-1/2" tip to end of tang
Measurements Given at thickest point of file

Available Options

Part # Legacy Part #s Length Cut
LP1730-6-2 131.268 & 31.268 6" (150 mm) Cut 2 Medium
LP1730-6-4 131.269 & 31.269 6" (150 mm) Cut 4 Fine
LP1730-8-2 131.272 & 31.272 8" (200 mm) Cut 2 Medium

Notes

  • File lengths are measured from where the teeth begin to the end of the file — the tang is not included in the stated length.
  • Cut grades run from 00 (coarsest) to 6 (finest); higher numbers indicate a finer cut.
  • Formerly distributed by Grobet USA under the Grobet Swiss brand name.

Specifications

Brand
Glardon-Vallorbe
Part #
LP1730-6-2
Type
Files
Country of Origin
Switzerland
Dimensions
8 in x 1 in x 0.25 in
Material
Heat-tempered chrome alloy steel
File Type
Pippin
Available Lengths
6 inch (150 mm), 8 inch (200 mm)
Available Cuts
Cut 2 Medium, Cut 4 Fine
Cut Grade Scale
00 (coarsest) – 6 (finest)
Length Measurement
Tooth area only — does not include tang
Overall Length Note
A 6" file measures approximately 8-1/2" tip to end of tang
Measurements
Given at thickest point of file
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ATTN CHRIS OZOLINS
6-2
Unique and very versatile file!

I have so many files - didn't think I really needed or wanted any more, but this pippin design is such a handy one. I'm friends with a locksmith and I know he has a few of these but I'm not sure how they're used with locks exactly, and I never got to hold one in hand before ordering. It's not real apparent in photos but the sides of this file are not flat but rather slightly convex, which was a slight disappointment for me and my intended uses, but it works beautifully as all Vallorbe and Swiss files do. Knife edge and back are single cut, the back being fairly less aggressive. It's harder to find American mill files with the rounded edges these days but this is a better replacement for wide slots and transitions on work where needle files are just too small - easier to achieve nice edge transitions than with a round file and/or half round. I wish they made this one in an 8-0 or even a 00.