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I prefer them without the nail pulling groove.
Same, although I can't quite put my finger on why that is.
While I'm falling down the Rutlands hole, I can't recommend these enough:
https://www.rutlands.com/sp+hand-tools-files-rasps-japanese-rasp-with-dual-handle-rutlands+jp1224Mine is a Shinto one, but looks identical to that.
Nef
Airhead
They do look similar. I might have linked to a different one because I prefer them without the nail pulling groove.
On durability, I had another forged type snap when I was trying to get a skirting board off. Was a proud moment.