{"product_id":"glardon-vallorbe-round-precision-files-lp1680","title":"Glardon-Vallorbe Round Seconds Hole Precision Files - LP1680","description":"\u003cp\u003eKnown in the workshop as a rat tail file, the Glardon-Vallorbe LP1680 Round Seconds Hole Precision File is purpose-built for finishing small holes with precision and control. Though categorized as a Precision file, these small round files are comparable in size and delicacy to Needle files and Escapement files — making them ideal for the refined work demanded by jewelers, watchmakers, and metalsmiths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured in Switzerland to exacting production standards, Glardon-Vallorbe Precision Files combine machine cutting with hand craftsmanship to deliver superior accuracy, cutting performance, and longevity. They are made from the finest heat-tempered chrome alloy steel and offer the balanced feel and action sought by skilled craftsmen. These files deliver outstanding performance across all metals. Formerly distributed by Grobet USA under the Grobet Swiss brand name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound profile designed specifically for finishing small holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwiss Made to precise production standards using machine cutting and hand craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstructed from heat-tempered chrome alloy steel for durability and long file life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced feel and action suited to professional bench work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerforms on all metals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut grades follow the Glardon-Vallorbe numbering system: 00 (coarsest) through 6 (finest) — higher number equals finer cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFile length is measured from where the teeth begin to the end of the file; overall length including tang is longer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\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\u003eFile Shape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound (Rat Tail)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFile Category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrecision Files\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\u003eCut Available\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut 2 (Medium), Cut 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength Measurement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToothed section only; does not include tang\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\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCut\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLP1680-1.5-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5\" \/ 38mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut 2 – Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLP1680-2-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" \/ 50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut 2 – Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLP1680-2-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" \/ 50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLP1680-2.5-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5\" \/ 63mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut 2 – Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStated file length refers to the toothed cutting section only and does not include the tang (handle section). For example, a 6\" Precision file measures approximately 8.5\" overall from tip to tang end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut grades range from 00 (coarsest) to 6 (finest). 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