Handcut Rasp

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I've just bought two Iwasaki rasps, one 8" half round, medium cut and a 4" half round extra fine cut. I just carved my first neck with them and was truly impressed by the speed at which they cut and the finish they leave. The 'teeth' are 'chemically sharpened' and are like rows of micro plane blades. I paid around £29 each for them but I'm sure you guys across the pond will be able to get them for a lot less than I have to pay over here.