Tools

Fretting and Fingerboard Tools

Fret saws, slotting tools, fret hammers, presses, leveling files, crowning files and all fingerboard tools.

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Fret saws and slotting tools
In luthiery, fret saws and slotting tools are essential for accurately cutting fret slots, ensuring that frets fit...
Fret Press or Fret Hammer
Installing frets correctly is a crucial step in building or repairing stringed instruments. The method used for seating...
Fret Leveling & Dressing Files
Fret leveling and dressing are crucial steps in ensuring that a stringed instrument plays smoothly without buzzing. Over...
Nut & Saddle Files
In luthiery, the nut and saddle of a stringed instrument are crucial components that directly influence the instrument’s...

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