Head-to-head comparison of woodworking rasps

A comparison of woodworking rasps including Iwasaki, Liogier, Shinto and Narex.

[PikkaBird]

That joke about Japanese hammers was A+!

[randallrogers]

Thank you. I’m now an expert on rasps for all practical utilization.

[davidclark]

A well made and super informative video.

[gregorymacneil]

I really like Farrier’s rasps because they have a good weight and are a great length. I'm particularly fond of the new Cody James Dymondback Rasp. I highly recommend trying the Cody James Rasp, even if you're not a fan of Farrier’s rasps in general, the handles for Farrier’s rasps are superb!

[wadepatton]

I've used most all of them on hardwood. One I like but you didn't include is a farriers rasp--the big one. It's SUPER coarse on one side and medium coarse on the other. They'll hog off wood quickly, but be mindful of the ruts being cut. Another favorite of mine is a soft-materials file -like your Iwasaki shown. I don't know where I got it or what the specs are, but it's fantastic for wood, horn, and plastic. It cuts smoother than any rasp. I also use rasps and the Shinto. I have one machine-made rasp and also a hand-stitched rasp (mia-but I'll find it someday).

Also I'm a fan of the draw-knife and spoke shave. More tools, more options for what the grain is doing today.

[michaelsaxman]

I use the shinto for large sculpture. I got the offset handle version so that I can use it like a plane. Mostly I just use it without the handle at all now, works good sideways like a spokeshave, too.

[richardcook]

I paid stupid money for a rounded jam up with wood immediately. Very hard to clean. Tried chalking it, but no help. Love the Shinto.

[ericerf]

Nice overview. Thanks. Would you mind spelling out the Japanese and French names. Shinto I know. Appreciate

[Alex_Rafa]

Great video! You use the Iwasaki for end grain, but Iwasaki is designed to work with the grain. Don't you have issues with Iwasaki on end grain?

[jerryolson]

I love my French rasps….the Shinto collects dust on the shelf.

[kz.irudimen]

Why is this video vertical, WTF. Am I supposed to turn my monitor or TV around ?