Shintosaw file rasp L

I received this rasp file today. (March 20, 2025). I don't yet know how well it will work for me.However, it looks to be both a beast is a beautifully made piece of kit.I am an amateur who makes things from salvaged wood, (pallets and skip-diving etc.). This file looks like the tool I need to get into places where I can't go with a planer, (or don't want to risk wrecking the blade on one).Getting the first fix on a project is often a bit tricky with random timber. (Carving-off a warped edge etc.).The tool comes with instructions on how to use it. (..what to do and what to avoid). They are very clear, (I would imagine), to all the people who understand Japanese.I don't...But it still looks like a nice tool.Best Wishes and Good Luck,PatUpdate...A month on... and this is a very nice rasp tool. For me, it gets rid of the mis-match of edges a lot quicker than any other rasp I've used. I think it is well worth the £20 (roughly) it cost. The teeth on both sides (3mm and 1mm) are very sharp so wearing gloves is a good idea.The tool is highly recommended.Best Wishes.Pat

Nice tool I got the l model not sure what the l/s means on the rasp

I needed a tool to shave off a few millimetres of wood from the top of my back door, which had been jamming against the upper frame for a few years. Before purchasing this rasp, I tried using a metal file, drill attachments (including flap wheel sandpaper), various grinding heads, and even a brand-new surform from a well-known brand, all with minimal success. It felt like attempting to trim the edge of a steel girder with a nail file. Then I found this…It arrived the day after I ordered it, packaged simply. Upon opening it, I noticed the unique cross-pattern structure, resembling several hacksaw blades crossing each other diagonally. One side has smaller teeth than the other, providing the option to use either a rough or a smoother side based on the job at hand.I tested it on the top of my wooden door and quickly realised this tool was a game changer. The wood removal speed using the rough side first was instantly impressive. Sawdust was coming off what felt like ten times faster than with the previous tools. It felt like a knife slicing through butter—completely different from the earlier attempts. I had almost removed enough material from the top of the door, so I switched to the smoother side to finish off. For the first time in years, the door cleared the frame easily. It was pleasing to finally have a tool that performed with the efficiency I had hoped for. All good so far.Pros:• Well-made, solid and strong build quality; expect it to last for many years.• Features a rough side and a smoother side for different needs.• Good size; larger than your average metal file.• Easy grip with a comfortable handle.Cons:• Significantly more expensive than basic rasps and files.• Does not come with a storage or carrying case.• Only has a handle at one end.Overall, I highly recommend this rasp to anyone needing to shave, trim, or smooth wood. You really get what you pay for, and I think the price is value for money in this case, not just for completing one task, but as a sound investment for future use, so I have no hesitation in giving it five stars.I hope this review was helpful

I didn't even know these existed til I saw someone using one on YouTube. And then I knew I needed to get one. It goes nicely with my growing collection of Japanese pull saws—for which I also blame YouTube.Structurally it's like a row of hacksaw blades side-by-side. With one face having more aggressive teeth than the other. Looking at it you think it's just going to score loads of parrallel lines in your piece of wood. But it actually works and leaves a surprisingly smooth finish. It also removes a lot of material—especially if you use the rougher side. So essentially it's like a Surform on steroids.

I am an old retired engineer and well used to tools. This tool is beautifully made and it works extremely well. My garage door had swollen with the rain and was sticking badly. I needed to remove about 4mm and this tool just literally ripped it off and the job was done in about 2 minutes. Impressive!

I tend to be wary of online reviews, especially when they lavish praise on a thing I've never heard of, so when I saw people raving about this Shinto file/rasp/saw, I had my doubts. I'm currently making a medieval-style harp from a block of Oak that is very hard and needs a lot of shaping, including in areas where it's hard to reach with most tools. I'd tried whittling knives, rasps, files, draw knives and all sorts with limited success. Then I read about this thing and thought I'd give it a try. So glad I did.The secret is that it weaves together high quality steel saw-blades into a rigid shape like a long, quite broad file. One side has bigger teeth that produce a fairly rough finish but remove wood at an incredible rate and, thanks to the well-shaped, non-slip grip, it's really easy to control how much you're removing and where from. When you've achieved the shape you want, just flip over to the other side and it has much smaller teeth that produce a finish as smooth as a moderately coarse sandpaper. Absolutely brilliant! I just wish I'd had one years ago as it would have made previous craft projects SO much easier. VERY highly recommended.