Shinto Saw File S E1101

This is the funnest tool I've used in a while. I got a bunch of hickory from tree that we took down a few years ago and I've been using this on a few different projects. Course side is super aggressive and fine side is much easier to be careful with removing too much material. So far I've used it on an electric ukulele neck, some knife scales, and shaping the top of a lap steel guitar. It cuts through hard hickory like butter. Too much pressure or too steep an angle will cause more noticeable scratches. It takes a little practice to find the right groove.

If you have a wood rasping need this is a must-have tool. It is nothing short of amazing. The rough side removes wood unbelievably fast to give you the desired shape. The fine side quickly gets you to the point where 120 grit sandpaper is a good starting point for finish sanding. It is inexpensive, and should last for a long time. Highly recommend.

If you're scrolling through the reviews to make a decision on this Shinto Rasp... I would highly recommend you to just buy it, you won't be disappointed. It's built durable , and works great. I use it to hang my restored axes. It's incredibly sharp, and allows me to shave off enough material with ease for a precision fit. Just like the other reviews, it's definitely a tool every wood worker should have. It's great even for beginners just doing a DIY project. The Shinto Rasp is great for all kinds of projects, and I definitely would recommend it to anyone! Hope this helps!

Over the years, as a hobby/pastime I make wooden spoons. Cut out on a band saw, I shape the spoon with rasps. My two rasps: a 10" 4-way shoe rasp and a large "horse hoof" rasp, and I have made many spoons together. I have a high-stress, clock-driven career and sculpting wood is the kind of activity where time disappears. So, these rasps have become like two old friends.The Shinto saw/rasp is my new friend. Rougher one one side than the other, the teeth hog into the hardest woods almost too easily, (I have to be careful, the saw edges can dig in, esp. on concave corners.) This rasp doesn't gouge and tear the grain like my horse rasp. It glides over the wood, rasping uniformly. The serrated saw edges require a deft touch, but this tool is light, has a good handle and I don't have to muscle up on it to get results. Choking up on the tapered tip allows for finer work. I basically rough out a spoon with the raspier side, then finish it smooth(er) with the other side, and in the end the wood is at about 80-grit smooth before I even begin sanding. Plus, no deep gouges to sand out. Nice.This tool sculpts wood - spoon, gun stock, wooden samurai sword, kids toy, foot stool, hiking staff, walking cane, whatever - with ease, and for me, makes time...irrelevant for awhile.

I use it for so many things, beyond what i thought, a must have

Item received was as described. Solid construction and seems to be good tool. One side is aggressive and the other has finer grit. Open design keeps the tool clean from wood filings. Five stars would be possible is first impressions are backed by longevity.

Hands down the most underrated woodworking tool out there. If you want to shape wood into handles for axes or other tools, this is a must have. Exceptional Japanese quality. Worth every penny.

Excellent for my woodworking needs. Thank You!