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product_id: 37066595
title: "Crescent Nicholson Universal Handle | 21474U"
brand: "nicholson"
price: "€ 25.87"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Nicholson"
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# Fits multiple file sizes & tool types Quick-adjust knob for fast tool changes Adjustable steel jaws clamp entire tool tang Crescent Nicholson Universal Handle | 21474U

**Brand:** nicholson
**Price:** € 25.87
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛠️ Upgrade your grip, speed, and precision—handle every job like a pro!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Crescent Nicholson Universal Handle | 21474U by nicholson
- **How much does it cost?** € 25.87 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- nicholson enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nicholson brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ergonomic Grip:** Dual-material handle with grippy black accents ensures comfort and control during extended use.
- • **High Visibility:** Bright orange handle reduces tool loss and keeps your workspace efficient and organized.
- • **Rapid Tool Swaps:** Large knurled knob enables fast, no-fuss adjustments—ditch the hassle of traditional handles.
- • **Durable Construction:** Robust polypropylene and alloy steel build designed to withstand heavy-duty tasks without wear.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Clamps securely to files, reamers, hacksaw blades & more for ultimate versatility.

## Overview

The Crescent Nicholson Universal Handle 21474U is a heavy-duty, adjustable file handle designed for professionals who demand versatility and durability. Featuring steel jaws that clamp the entire tool tang and a large quick-adjust knob, it accommodates a wide range of file sizes and tool types without inserts. Its ergonomic, dual-material handle offers superior grip and comfort, while the bright orange color enhances visibility on busy job sites. Trusted by thousands with a 4.4-star rating, this handle delivers fast tool changes and secure hold, making it a top choice for efficient, professional-grade tool handling.

## Description

The Nicholson Universal handle is an adjustable file handle that requires no inserts and allows the user to work with a full line of hand files

Review: Good, strong, file handle. Fits a variety of files and is easily assembled/removed if necessary. - These handles are big, beefy, and intuitive to use on longer/larger files. Because these are mechanically tightened by hand to secure the file to the handle, files can be swapped out easily if need be. Avoids tapping, whacking, heating the file tang up with a torch and other common methods used to firmly attach a file handle to the tang of a file. They are a bright orange with black accents which makes them harder to lose. Yes, they do not have the look of an "heirloom" tool but they are durable, fit the hand well, and can be easily removed if desired. When properly tightened the files I used them on stayed put. The "fuss factor" is minimal and the desired result of mounting a handle to a file is accomplished. Take care to center your file tang in the jaws and make sure you tighten enough to eliminate any freeplay between the handle and the file. Easy peasy!
Review: Big upgrade over wood for handles - Was looking for another wood handle for a rat tail file of mine, saw this and decided to give it a try. Not only does it hold my rat tail file nice and tight and give a good grip.. I can also put a sawzall blade in this thing and use it as a keyhole saw on sheetrock or whatever else I need to cut by hand. I see no quality issues with this handle, the orange part is hard plastic and the black is more grippy plastic and the tightening handle is knurled metal. All of which feels good in my hand and feels like it's going to stay together just fine for along time.

## Features

- For holding files, reamers, hacksaw blades and other tools
- Adjustable, steel jaws clamp to entire length of tool tang
- Large, quick adjusting knob offers fast tool changes
- Can accommodate a number of file sizes

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B014IWD3OA |
| Additional Features | Easy to Install, Sturdy |
| Best Sellers Rank | #17,994 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #1 in File Handles |
| Brand | Nicholson |
| Brand Name | Nicholson |
| Color | No Color |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,584 Reviews |
| Exterior Finish | Unfinished |
| Finish Types | Oil Rubbed |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00037103283924 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Attachment Mechanism | Clamping |
| Handle Material | Polypropylene |
| Handle Type | Knob |
| Included Components | 1 Nicholson Branded Product |
| Item Depth | 3 inches |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 9.2"L x 3"W |
| Item Type Name | Tools |
| Manufacturer | Apex Tool Group |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Standard Limited Lifetime |
| Material | Plastic |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Metal Type | Alloy Steel |
| Model Number | 21474U |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 9.2"L x 3"W |
| Shape | Round |
| Specific Uses For Product | Tool Handling |
| Style | Adjustable |
| Style Name | Adjustable |
| UPC | 037103283924 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Material:** Plastic
- **Brand:** Nicholson
- **Color:** No Color
- **Product Dimensions:** 9.2"L x 3"W
- **Exterior Finish:** Unfinished

## Images

![Crescent Nicholson Universal Handle | 21474U - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81LmKpVXfmL.jpg)
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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good, strong, file handle. Fits a variety of files and is easily assembled/removed if necessary.
*by L***N on November 2, 2025*

These handles are big, beefy, and intuitive to use on longer/larger files. Because these are mechanically tightened by hand to secure the file to the handle, files can be swapped out easily if need be. Avoids tapping, whacking, heating the file tang up with a torch and other common methods used to firmly attach a file handle to the tang of a file. They are a bright orange with black accents which makes them harder to lose. Yes, they do not have the look of an "heirloom" tool but they are durable, fit the hand well, and can be easily removed if desired. When properly tightened the files I used them on stayed put. The "fuss factor" is minimal and the desired result of mounting a handle to a file is accomplished. Take care to center your file tang in the jaws and make sure you tighten enough to eliminate any freeplay between the handle and the file. Easy peasy!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Big upgrade over wood for handles
*by M***S on December 21, 2025*

Was looking for another wood handle for a rat tail file of mine, saw this and decided to give it a try. Not only does it hold my rat tail file nice and tight and give a good grip.. I can also put a sawzall blade in this thing and use it as a keyhole saw on sheetrock or whatever else I need to cut by hand. I see no quality issues with this handle, the orange part is hard plastic and the black is more grippy plastic and the tightening handle is knurled metal. All of which feels good in my hand and feels like it's going to stay together just fine for along time.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good design, but too small for larger files.
*by S***E on January 18, 2026*

Good design, but too small for larger files. The file I specifically purchased it for was way too thick for this handle. Works well with thinner files.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Crescent Nicholson Universal Handle | 21474U
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*Store origin: FR*
*Last updated: 2026-02-23*