Guitar String Retainers

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Guitar String Retainers, Chrome, set of 2
Chrome, set of 2 Item # 0171 In stock, ready to ship!
$8.64
Guitar String Retainers, Relic Nickel, set of 2
Relic Nickel, set of 2 Item # 0171-RN In stock, ready to ship!
$14.76
Guitar String Retainers, Black, set of 2
Black, set of 2 Item # 0171-B
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$12.61
Guitar String Retainers, Gold, set of 2
Gold, set of 2 Item # 0171-G In stock, ready to ship!
$13.56
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Guitar String Retainers

These metal string trees screw into a Fender or similar peghead to maintain the string angle at the nut. Each holds down two strings.

Same style string retainers that were used on a post '57 Strat®, Tele® and similar instruments.

A better match on vintage guitars: the Relic Nickel plating has an aged look, perfect for repairing old guitars, when shiny hardware looks out of place.

Set of 2 includes: 2 string retainers with mounting screws, and spacers (short and tall). Use the short spacer for the E and B strings (many early instruments only used one string retainer for the E and B strings).

Pilot holes required: Installing delicate screws such as these into hard maple requires great care and accuracy. We highly recommend using a No.44 bit for the pilot hole before installing these screws. Lubricate the screw threads with cutting lubricant (also wax or a bar of soap) to reduce friction and help them thread properly.

Stratocaster®, Strat®, and Squier® are registered trademarks of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation.
Telecaster®, Tele®, and Esquire® are registered trademarks of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation.
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