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Video compilation 21: Wilf Davies, Filemaker

Wilf Davies was recorded demonstrating hand file cutting at the age of 80 in the Lock Museum, Willenhall in July 1987. Wilf has been involved in the cutting and making of files since he was 14 years old. Today, files are machine-made, but hand made files are still highly prized by the skilled metal-worker.

This tape follows the complete process of file cutting, including hardening of the finished file in salt water. 		Wilf Davies
Cutting file teeth Made with the help of The Lock Museum
& Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council.

NGR: (139) SO 961 984
Recorded July 1987

This compilation has no commentary.
  • Running Time: 22 mins.
  • £ 9.87 VHS, or DVD-R (copied from master tape)

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