Abstract: A removable handle for a tool, for example, for a cylindrical file, a method for attaching the handle to a tool, and a method of using the handle are provided. The handle includes a cylindrical body having a threaded hole extending at least partially through the cylindrical body and at least one radial hole in the body, and a threaded cylindrical rod adapted to engage the threaded hole in the body, wherein the radial hole is adapted to receive a projection of a tool and the threaded rod engages the projection when the threaded rod is rotated into contact with the projection. The handle may be mounted to any tool projection, but may be particularly useful when mounted to a cylindrical file used for sharpening chain saw cutters.