--- product_id: 565237330 title: "Tungsten Carbide File Guide for knife maker GEN 2 by Derraco Engineering" brand: "generic" price: "€ 166.45" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Generic" url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/565237330-tungsten-carbide-file-guide-for-knife-maker-gen-2-by store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # 100% surface ground matching platens 420 stainless steel base bodies 5mm thick tungsten carbide platens Tungsten Carbide File Guide for knife maker GEN 2 by Derraco Engineering **Brand:** generic **Price:** € 166.45 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ”§ Elevate your knife-making game with precision that demands respect! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Tungsten Carbide File Guide for knife maker GEN 2 by Derraco Engineering by generic - **How much does it cost?** € 166.45 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/565237330-tungsten-carbide-file-guide-for-knife-maker-gen-2-by) ## Best For - generic enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted generic brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Built to Last:** Robust 420 stainless steel base and 416 stainless steel gliding rods deliver ultra durability and strength. - β€’ **Secure & Stable:** Innovative dovetail + clamping design with position-limiting C-Clips keeps platens rock solid during use. - β€’ **Sleek & Portable:** Comes in a stylish, durable tin boxβ€”carry your precision tool with pride and never miss a beat. - β€’ **Enhanced Usability:** Includes long & short 12.9 class high tensile bolts plus hex keys for effortless setup and adjustment. - β€’ **Precision Perfected:** Surface-ground tungsten platens and base ensure flawless flatness and alignment for unmatched accuracy. ## Overview The Tungsten Carbide File Guide GEN 2 by Derraco Engineering is a premium manual tool designed for knife makers seeking ultimate precision and durability. Featuring 5mm thick tungsten carbide platens with perfectly matched surface grinding, a solid 420 stainless steel base, and innovative clamping mechanisms, this guide ensures flawless file alignment and long-lasting performance. Packaged with high tensile bolts, hex keys, and a sleek tin box, it’s engineered for professionals who refuse to compromise on quality. ## Description Model 2, we have made significant enhancements over our previous Model 1. We have introduced a new design that prioritizes the secure placement of the tungsten platen, ensuring it remains perfectly straight without any curvature. To achieve this, we have meticulously surface ground the platen sitting surfaces of the 420 main bodies, ensuring a precise fit and alignment. Additionally, both the top and bottom surfaces of the tungsten platens have undergone surface grinding to guarantee an impeccable flatness that matches with 100% accuracy. These improvements are aimed at providing you with a file guide that not only delivers exceptional durability and wear-resistance but also guarantees unmatched precision in every application. Review: Carbide inserts that go above and beyond(Literally) - So I make too many purchases on desertcart to review them all so I reserve this activity for products that I feel something must be said to guide or ward off potential buyers. That being said please let me Guide you in your search for carbide file guide to this one the Derraco Tungsten Carbide File Guide! Do not let the inexpensive nature of this product influence your opinion of it's quality as a matter of fact I don't know how they are producing a product at this high of level of materials, packaging, fit and finish, and overall greatness at this price. The absolute highlight standout feature for me as a knife maker are the raised Tungsten Carbide Inserts. While still being completely flat and square they stand proud of the stainless steel body (to which they are half dovetailed into for retention) approximately 1.5-2.0mm. thereby reducing the contact between your abrasive material and the much more abradable stainless steel. This is extremely helpful when using a belt grinder to grind in bevels and plunge lines. IDK if this is commonplace with newer file guides but my previous one did not have this feature which can be seen from the gouged areas near the ends of the inserts and that file guide was 3x's as expensive. I guess only time will tell the difference the elevated inserts will have in reduced gouges to the main body of the tool but from my limited experience with this brand new item just seeing how the grinding belt rides by comparison leads me to believe it is a very exciting and smart piece of ingenuity to enhance the longevity of this tool. A+++++ Review: Fantastic file guide, is really made from Tungsten carbide! - I was initially a little apprehensive this would be what it claims as its at such a reasonable price, but It is exactly what they state. the jaws are lined with a very thick and well made chunk of Carbide which will not wear down. I use this mainly for filing down watch and clock gears, which it works wonderfully for. Its very sturdy and the tolerances are much nicer than I would have expected for its price point. If you need a very well built and accurate file guide but at a decent price point then this is definitely a fantastic product. ## Features - Platens made of 5mm thick tungsten carbide, top & bottom faces surface ground 100% matching surfaces - Base bodies made of 420 stainless steel. Solid, Strong and Ultra durable - Gliding rods made of 416 stainless steel and with position-limiting C-Clips - Innovative dovetail + clamping design to secure platens, Yes improved from Gen 1 - Package comes with long and short 12.9 class high tensile bolts, hex keys and a cool tin box ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Manufacturer | DERRACO PTY LTD, AUSTRALIA | | Item Weight | 1.63 pounds | | Package Dimensions | 7.52 x 6.14 x 1.65 inches | | Item model number | MOD 2 DERRACO TUNGSTEN FILE GUIDE | | Power Source | manual | | Included Components | 1 SET OF EXTRA LONG HIGH TENSILE BOLTS | | Batteries Included? | No | | Batteries Required? | No | ## Images ![Tungsten Carbide File Guide for knife maker GEN 2 by Derraco Engineering - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81EIYeo-RCL.jpg) ![Tungsten Carbide File Guide for knife maker GEN 2 by Derraco Engineering - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71O8+X31cjL.jpg) ![Tungsten Carbide File Guide for knife maker GEN 2 by Derraco Engineering - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71k4UPWCXsL.jpg) ![Tungsten Carbide File Guide for knife maker GEN 2 by Derraco Engineering - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81J8yHT4vQL.jpg) ![Tungsten Carbide File Guide for knife maker GEN 2 by Derraco Engineering - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Y451oYDYL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Carbide inserts that go above and beyond(Literally) *by T***K on May 23, 2024* So I make too many purchases on Amazon to review them all so I reserve this activity for products that I feel something must be said to guide or ward off potential buyers. That being said please let me Guide you in your search for carbide file guide to this one the Derraco Tungsten Carbide File Guide! Do not let the inexpensive nature of this product influence your opinion of it's quality as a matter of fact I don't know how they are producing a product at this high of level of materials, packaging, fit and finish, and overall greatness at this price. The absolute highlight standout feature for me as a knife maker are the raised Tungsten Carbide Inserts. While still being completely flat and square they stand proud of the stainless steel body (to which they are half dovetailed into for retention) approximately 1.5-2.0mm. thereby reducing the contact between your abrasive material and the much more abradable stainless steel. This is extremely helpful when using a belt grinder to grind in bevels and plunge lines. IDK if this is commonplace with newer file guides but my previous one did not have this feature which can be seen from the gouged areas near the ends of the inserts and that file guide was 3x's as expensive. I guess only time will tell the difference the elevated inserts will have in reduced gouges to the main body of the tool but from my limited experience with this brand new item just seeing how the grinding belt rides by comparison leads me to believe it is a very exciting and smart piece of ingenuity to enhance the longevity of this tool. A+++++ ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic file guide, is really made from Tungsten carbide! *by T***Y on March 18, 2024* I was initially a little apprehensive this would be what it claims as its at such a reasonable price, but It is exactly what they state. the jaws are lined with a very thick and well made chunk of Carbide which will not wear down. I use this mainly for filing down watch and clock gears, which it works wonderfully for. Its very sturdy and the tolerances are much nicer than I would have expected for its price point. If you need a very well built and accurate file guide but at a decent price point then this is definitely a fantastic product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid well made work piece. *by O***E on December 16, 2025* This is a very well made piece, there's no wiggle or slop. Threads are clean and straight. Has worked with hand files and on my 2x72, the carbide held us against ceramic belts without damage. The carbide sections are replaceable, but I imagine it's going to take a lot of w ar before that's necessary. ## Frequently Bought Together - Tungsten Carbide File Guide for knife maker GEN 2 by Derraco Engineering - Grobet USA Pillar Checkering File 6 Inch Cut 00 20 lines per inch - WEST SYSTEM G/flex Epoxy (2- 4oz) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/565237330-tungsten-carbide-file-guide-for-knife-maker-gen-2-by](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/565237330-tungsten-carbide-file-guide-for-knife-maker-gen-2-by) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-06-07*