Next best thing...
My husband had an earlier ("original") version of this same file when I met him 15 years ago.  He still has and uses it.  Every once in awhile I try replacing it.  Every time I end up with a new nail file.  And I have to agree - the original is still better than anything newer.  However, that's not to say these are no good.  Because they are.  And they're certainly easier to get!
Rating: 4 stars