Originally Posted by
Craig Ryan
I don't go nuts on files, but you need a few. Big rat tail for bridges. Big half rounds for miters. Big flat warding for crowns. For little ones I like round and square. I could easily get rid of half my file collection. Of course I use a dyna-file a lot. I don't spend a lot and get exotic, but now and then you get a hold of some that don't work worth ****. Don't overlook the lowly chainsaw file, it can be your best friend.
Craig- This just goes to show how different the pursuit of building can be. I started out doing hand miters with a big 14" corse round file. Now I avoid it if at all possible. These days i rough cut with a saw, grind down close to the line and fine tune with a half round. Andy.