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Our best-selling fret crowning file!

Double-edge Fret File


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Precision-cut teeth for accurate fret shaping
Each of our popular traditional 7-3/8" x 5/8" tool-steel files has two different 4" hollow-ground cutting edges, for recrowning a variety of fretwire sizes. These files were designed by luthiers for luthiers and are an economical way to get your fretting kit started. The handle is rubber-coated for comfort.

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Double-edge Fret File
 
Item# Description In stock Price Quantity
4490 Narrow/Medium Yes
$38.79

4491 Medium/Wide Yes
$38.79

4492 Set of both files SAVE $10.00 Yes
$67.58


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Essential for fretting
The #4491 Double-edge Fret File is one of seven tools included in our Essential Fretting Tool Kit, a compilation of tools you'll need for the fundamentals of fret work. Kit also includes our book, Fretwork Step By Step by Erick Coleman with Dan Erlewine.

Works on stainless frets, too!
All of our tools are suitable for use on stainless-steel fretwire, with the exception of our Fret Tang Nippers and Fret Cutters. Modern stainless-steel fretwire is known to be harder than the traditional nickel-silver blends, but our own shop experience indicates the wire does not cause premature wear of files or sandpapers.
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Double-edge Fret File
Double-edge Fret File
 
4.5 out of 5 stars
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5 7-15-2012
Very handy tool

I had one fret that was a tad higher than the rest and wrestled with the thought of getting it level with the rest. Nothing ventured, nothing gained, I thought. Carefully & slowly worked with it & my idea came to fruition thanks to this tool.

Ancient Picker  Tucson, Az Read my reviews (5)
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5 6-01-2012
Does the job

Very easy to use and does the job perfectly.

Little Crow  Atlanta, GA Read my reviews (29)
5 5-25-2012
Double-edge Fret File Review

Made short order of the crowning, very smooth. Just keep a file brush handy and keep it clean while you work and you will be pleased.

Keith Upton  Louisiana Read my reviews (3)
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5 5-21-2012
Precise work

I'm earning big money with grinding frets!

Rodrigo Gomes  Brazil Read my reviews (44)
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5 5-14-2012
Nice!

This tool worked much better than I thought it would. It's a must have tool!

Robmase  Charlotte, NC Read my reviews (6)
5 5-09-2012
Works like a charm

No issues. Very rugged and does what it should.
I recommend it.

Nick Knirk  McKinney, TX Read my reviews (4)
5 4-19-2012
Double-edge Fret File

Very good tools for save time and making a really good work.
Thanks a lot for a very professional team also.
Charly/Nîmes South of France

charly  splendid Read my reviews (4)
5 4-13-2012
Double-edge Fret File

Effective, fast, and reliable!

FritzMaster  Ontario
5 4-06-2012
Worth it

This is a very useful tool. While pricey as far as files go, they are a specialty item. They work beautifully and if you want accurate clean looking results, these are worth it.

Dulcimer Maker  Rockville, MD
5 3-19-2012
Good tool

I'm Just starting doing dressing, i did it once with a 3 sides file and never again... Its a lot easier And faster with this file...does a Great job...

Thanks Stew!!!

Martin (Beaud)  Gatineau,quebec,canada Read my reviews (3)
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