Hand tool for saw maintenance that speeds up reshaping and finishing teeth, SHINTO Saw File. Save time and avoid fiddly filings with cleaner, quicker results. Is it the right choice for anyone needing a durable, low-clog sharpening tool?
⚡ At a Glance
- • Cutting Quality: Coarse 10 tpi side for rapid material removal, medium 24 tpi side for smooth finishing
- • Best for: DIYers and carpenters who reshape and sharpen hand saw teeth
- • Not ideal for: Very fine precision metalwork that requires finer-than-24 tpi surfaces
Dual-grade file measures 200 mm with a coarse 10 tpi side and a medium 24 tpi side. SK material blade and a plastic elastomer handle support durability and grip.
Faster shaping - thanks to coarse 10 tpi side
Coarse side has 10 teeth per inch, creating larger gullets and more aggressive cutting action for rapid material removal. Larger tooth spacing clears metal quickly during initial profiling.
Quicker restoration of damaged or worn teeth means fewer passes and shorter job times for rough shaping tasks.
Smooth finishing - with medium 24 tpi side
Medium side at 24 teeth per inch increases tooth contact and reduces remaining burrs after rough filing. Finer tooth spacing produces a closer, neater edge on each tooth.
Cleaner tooth faces and reduced need for extra rasping deliver a more consistent cut straight away.
Consistent cutting performance - with SK material and tooth spacing
SK material gives a hard wearing cutting edge while the combination of 10 tpi and 24 tpi tooth spacing helps resist packing of shavings. Reviewers report that the teeth stay unclogged, maintaining efficient cutting.
Maintains cutting efficiency during extended use, cutting down on cleaning intervals and keeping work moving.
✨ The 4 Key Reasons for SHINTO Saw File
- 7.9-inch Length - Reach deeper kerfs and maintain control on longer blades
- Coarse 10 tpi Side - Remove metal quickly for rapid reshaping of saw teeth
- Medium 24 tpi Side - Produce a finer edge, reducing burrs and finishing time
- Elastomer Handle - Comfortable grip reduces hand fatigue during extended filing sessions
📋 Technical Details at a Glance
- Category: Hand file
- Length: 7.9 inches (200 mm)
- Coarse teeth per inch: 10 tpi
- Medium teeth per inch: 24 tpi
- Material: SK material
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long is the file?
A: The file measures 7.9 inches, which is 200 mm in length.
Q: What grits are on each side of the file?
A: One side is coarse at 10 teeth per inch and the other is medium at 24 teeth per inch.
Q: What are the blade and handle made from?
A: Blade is made from SK material and the handle is plastic with an elastomer overmould for grip.
🏆 Our Verdict
Suitable for DIY enthusiasts and carpenters who need to restore and refine hand saw teeth quickly. Dual-grade sides combined with SK material and an elastomer handle deliver a balance of aggressive shaping, finer finishing, and low-clog performance. Durable construction and efficient cutting behaviour make it a useful long-term addition to a workshop, offering solid value through longevity and reduced maintenance.
