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NO. 131 CHECKERING RIFFLER

NO. 131 CHECKERING RIFFLER Reviews & Ratings

Checkering Rifflers are used by many professional checkerers and stockmakers instead of bent needle files for pointing-up checkering, cleaning up damaged or old checkering, and border work. The No. 131 we recommend and carry has a full 3-square shape, cutting a perfect 60° angle. File teeth meet exactly square on corners, will cut finest hairline cut at bottom of diamond grooves. Has approximately 35° up-bend at tip. Exceedingly nice to work with.


SPECS: 6" (12.7cm) long. "V" is 60°. Approx. 1" (2.5cm) edge.


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Reviews Summary
The NO. 131 Checkering Riffler is highly praised for its precision, sharpness, and ease of use, making checkering touch-ups much simpler. While many commend its quality, some note the higher price and thin handle as drawbacks. Overall, users find it invaluable for detailed work and appreciate its consistent performance.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Product Quality
80%
Many reviewers highlight the exceptional quality of the NO. 131 Checkering Riffler, noting its precise construction and sharp edges that outperform other tools. Consistent high standards among products are particularly appreciated, signaling a reliable choice for detailed work.
Ease of Use
70%
Reviewers frequently comment on the ease of use and control the riffler provides during checkering. The intuitive design allows for precise adjustments, making it effective for cleaning up existing checkering on firearm stocks.
Price Point
40%
While many agree on the product's high quality, some express concern about its relatively high price. They acknowledge the worth of precision tools but are still hesitant about the expense, with some suggesting that alternatives could be more affordable.
Handle Design
30%
Several users point out that the thin handle may be difficult to hold for extended periods, suggesting it could be improved for better ergonomics. This feedback indicates a need for a more comfortable grip while using the tool.
5
Makes life easier!!
Brownell files make touching up checkering so much easier than using the regular checkering tools.
Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend
5
Very Nice File
Very Nice File
5
Best Quality Yet
I've used variations of these rifflers for 40 plus years. The ones I purchased recently are by far the most precisely made I've ever seen or used regardless of price. The cutting face comes out to a true knife edge that is uniform throughout the radius. I bought 3 and they are all of the same high quality. Refreshing to see the quality in a product go up now days! Thank you Brownell's for stocking this fine product.. Steve Heilmann
5
Good purchase
Very pleased with how it cleaned up old checkering on a Remington 700 stock I recently refinished. Easy to control and stayed sharp.
5
Very nice tool
This riffler is easy to control - use the curved portion of the needle file in the middle of the checkering and use the tip near the boarders. Watch the amount of pressure you apply, take it slow, and keep the file angle correct and it'll clean up the checkering nicely!
4
Wicked Sharp!
Very sharp and precision made. The teeth are so fine I had to use a magnifying glass to see them and sharp enough to slice paper. This riffler compared to the die maker one comes to a sharp edge while the die maker's one has a flat on the V edge. If you only had one checkering tool for touching up checkering this would be it. The only reasons not a 5 is because it's rather expensive but precision tools are. I keep it put away so no one uses it other than for checkering. The handle part is thin too and hard to hold. Perhaps there's a handle they make.