AMERICAN PATTERN HAND FILES 05835N

Tackle everyday metal shaping, gun work, and shop fitting with the Apex Tool Group American Pattern Hand File – 05835N. Part of Apex’s proven American Pattern Hand Files line, this flat, double-cut file is a go-to tool for gunsmiths, armorers, machinists, and metalworkers who need fast, controlled material removal and a clean finish on flats, corners, and shoulders. KTS Tooling Supply Inc.+4Brownells+4Brownells UK+4

Whether you’re fitting 1911 slides, dressing sear surfaces, blending scope bases, or squaring up small parts, the 05835N American Pattern Hand File delivers the balance, feel, and cut quality you want in a primary shop file.

All-Purpose Flat Hand File for Gunsmithing & Metalwork

The AMERICAN PATTERN HAND FILES 05835N is designed as a true shop staple:

• Ideal for dressing, striking off, shaping, and metal removal on a wide variety of steels and alloys Brownells+2Brownells UK+2

• Commonly used as one of the basic gun work files in professional gunsmith benches Brownells UK+1

• Perfect for refining sharp corners, shoulders, flats, and mating surfaces where accuracy matters

With its balanced size and aggressive yet controlled cut, the 05835N is equally at home in a full-time gunsmith shop or a serious hobbyist’s toolbox.

Classic American Pattern Design – Double-Cut Faces, Safe Edge

Apex’s American Pattern hand files follow a time-tested geometry optimized for precision hand work:

• Flat, parallel in width, tapering slightly in thickness toward the point for access and control Brownells UK+1

• Double-cut top and bottom faces for fast, uniform stock removal

• One edge single-cut, the other “safe” (uncut) – ideal when filing up to a corner or shoulder without damaging adjacent surfaces Brownells UK+1

This combination allows you to remove metal quickly on the faces while using the safe edge to protect workpieces during close-in fitting operations.

Uniform Cut for Fast, Smooth Material Removal

Apex Tool Group’s American Pattern files are manufactured for consistent, uniform cut across the entire surface:

• Cross-cut / double-cut pattern delivers efficient, even metal removal with each stroke ishor.com+1

• Scientifically balanced and heat-treated for long life and accurate shape KTS Tooling Supply Inc.

• Designed to resist glazing so the file continues to bite cleanly instead of “skating” on the work

That means fewer passes to get the same result—and less chance of uneven spots that can throw off precise fits.

Gunsmith-Friendly Size Range & Versatility

American pattern hand files from Apex are offered in the most-used shop lengths, making the 05835N suitable for typical firearms and machine work:

• Product line includes popular 8" and 10" American hand files, sized for detailed gun work and general bench fitting Brownells UK+1

• Dimensions in this family typically fall around:

  • 8" files: approx. 25/32" wide x 7/32" thick

  • 10" files: approx. 31/32" wide x 1/4" thick Brownells UK

This size class strikes a sweet spot—large enough for real leverage and draw filing, yet compact enough for careful work on receivers, slides, and small parts.

Ideal Uses for the AMERICAN PATTERN HAND FILES 05835N

The 05835N American Pattern Hand File excels in tasks such as:

• Gunsmithing:

  • Fitting 1911 rails and locking lugs

  • Squaring and de-burring trigger and hammer surfaces

  • Blending scope bases and action screws

• Metal fabrication & machine work:

  • Dressing welds and plasma-cut edges

  • Truing flats on fixtures or jigs

  • Fitting keys, bushings, and bearing blocks

• General shop use:

  • Sharpening and shaping tools

  • Cleaning up corners on brackets and small plates

If you keep only one “do-everything” file near your vise, the AMERICAN PATTERN HAND FILES 05835N is a strong candidate.

Built by Apex Tool Group – Trusted Shop Quality

Apex Tool Group (Nicholson/Crescent heritage) has a long tradition of making professional-grade files and material removal tools: Brownells+2Crescent Tools+2

• Files are heat-treated to exacting standards for durability and wear resistance

• Produced with careful control of shape, size, and tooth geometry to maintain accuracy over their service life

• Widely used in gunsmith, industrial, automotive, and fabrication environments

When you buy the 05835N, you’re getting a shop-proven pattern and cut style backed by one of the most recognized names in hand files.

Key Features – AMERICAN PATTERN HAND FILES 05835N

Based on Apex’s American Pattern file specifications: KTS Tooling Supply Inc.+4Brownells+4Brownells UK+4

• Manufacturer: Apex Tool Group

• Model: American Pattern Hand File

• Part Number: 05835N

• Style: Flat hand file, American pattern

• Cut: Double-cut faces with single-cut / safe-edge design (family spec)

• Uses: Dressing, striking off, shaping, and general metal removal

• Typical Applications: Gunsmithing, metal fabrication, machine shops, maintenance and repair

Why Add the 05835N American Pattern Hand File to Your Bench?

• A true all-purpose shop file for both precision fitting and heavier metal removal

• Classic American pattern geometry with double-cut faces and a safe edge for controlled work

• Built by Apex Tool Group, with a long track record in professional files and material removal tools

• Equally useful for gunsmiths, machinists, armorers, and fabricators who rely on quality hand tools

If you want a dependable, go-to gunsmith and metalworking file that earns its permanent spot next to your vise, the AMERICAN PATTERN HAND FILES 05835N delivers the performance, feel, and durability you need.

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