I have a bad handsaw problem and am always looking for quality saw files. I would like to think I've tried just about everything, but haven't found any currently manufactured files that are anything close to the old American-made Nicholson and Simonds files.
Typically I use Swiss made Grobet saw files most often because I've had the best luck with them re: price/quality/availability. Recently I've had difficulty obtaining the Grobets as some sizes have been on backorder for several months, which has led me to look for alternatives.
Does anyone have any experience or knowledge about Pferd files, particularly their tapered saw files? All I know about them is that according to their rep their saw files are made in Germany and they are one of the largest file manufacturers in the world. The cost is about the same as the Swiss made Grobets and at least they're available.
I know there are lots of Creekers who know a lot more about metal working tools than I do and I would appreciate any feedback or opinions.
Thanks, Mike