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from SOUTH CAROLINA on 5/6/2008
Used this rasp along with the #50 to complete the shaping of some queen anne side chairs. Made easy quick work of it. Thanks for a great product at an amazing price.
If you've never used a patternmakers rasp, then run, do not walk to get one. This site consistently has the best prices on this item and you should not be without this tool.
You can spend a small fortune getting a "hand cut" rasp, but unless you are a novelty tool collector there is no reason to go elsewhere.
The (mostly) random location of the cutting teeth is the key to controlling this tool--it won't pull itself into or away from the work, but allows you to guide it where YOU want.
Get the #49 and the #50. You won't be sorry.
Like all files and rasps, should be used with a handle, cleaned properly and stored not in contact with other cutting edges.
from Philadelphia, PA on 3/6/2008
Similar to the Nicholson #49, the #50 is a pleasure to use and was very effective in stock removal as well as leaving a fine finish. The differences between the #49 and #50 are small...only very close inspection reveals the slightly smoother finish left by the #50.
I have become very dependent on this tool for final shaping as a wood scultor...so much so that I bought a back-up replacement.
from Philadelphia, PA on 3/6/2008
The Nicholson #49 Rasp is aggressive in stock removal but leaves a relatively finer finish...minimizing the sanding necessary.[...]
from Vienna, West Virgina on 3/6/2008
Nicholson rasp have a good name for a reason. These pattern makers are a necessity to any woodworking shop. Patternmakers teeth are offset for a smooth cut. Unless you really enjoy sanding file marks then you need these.