I'm new here and relatively new to knife making. I've been collecting files to make my knives out of. Recently I got a couple of Nicholson files that were made in Mexico. I know the USA ones are excellent steel for the knives I have been making. But I'm unsure about the Mexican ones. Does anyone on here have any experience with these. And how can I test them for steel quality for knife making.
Also, I have a couple that have a picture of a horse jumping through a hoop and below that it says Made In Germany. Any information on either the Mexican Nicholson or the German files would sure be appreciated. Thanks so much!
Also, I have a couple that have a picture of a horse jumping through a hoop and below that it says Made In Germany. Any information on either the Mexican Nicholson or the German files would sure be appreciated. Thanks so much!