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by akajohn on March 26th, 2007

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Origin from the "bastard file" which is for metal filing

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  • by audiogal on March 27th, 2007

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    See previous question:

    http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/3816

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  • by Dog_Star on March 26th, 2007

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    The oldest Bastard file was originally used for filing "Bastard Ashlar" (a rough square block of stone) the file was used to file the rough stone to a smooth square block called Ashlar, hence the term "Bastard File".

    On a lighter note, one can imagine the stonemasons who did this work calling the quarrymen who cut the rock Bastards, particularly if they were given a very rough piece to work on.

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