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Cut on the forward and backward stroke without chatter

Diamond Fret File

Our diamond fret file has concave cutting edges, one for medium and one for jumbo fretwire. The file measures 9-3/8" x 5/8" x 5/32", with 5-3/4" filing edges, and has a comfortable rubber-coated handle. Available in either 150-grit or 300-grit.

Sold individually or SAVE $10.00 when you buy the set of both files.

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Fretting_supplies : Shaping and crowning : Diamond Fret File : The best fret crowning files available.
 Item#  Description   In stock   Price   Quantity   
 5050  150-grit  Yes   $79.79 
 5051  300-grit  Yes   $79.79 
 5052  Set of 2 SAVE $10.00  Yes   $149.58 

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Also: Diamond Fret File | Offset Diamond Fret File | Dual-grit Diamond Fret File

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Diamond fret files are the best way to recrown your frets! Unlike traditional fret files, diamond files cut in both directions, they don't chatter or leave chatter marks, and the fret is smoother after crowning. These files are being used by repair shops and major manufacturers all around the world.

Our diamond fret files have concave cutting edges, one for medium and small fret wires and one for jumbo fretwire. Each edge is electro-coated with micro industrial diamonds. These super-tough abrasive surfaces round the frets more smoothly than standard toothed files, for cleaner filing without chatter marks. Because the diamond particles cut on the forward and backward strokes, you get better control over your work and the job goes much faster.

We offer three designs of diamond fret crowning files, each in two different grits. Diamond fret files are available in the traditional Diamond Fret File, the curved Offset Diamond Fret File, and the unique Dual-grit Diamond Fret File.

What grit do I need? If you're just starting out in fretting, we recommend the 300-grit files, as they don't remove too much material too soon — a mistake that many beginning fretters make. Even "seasoned pros" will find the 300-grit file allows them to quickly get the fret properly crowned after only a few strokes.

Use the 150-grit when you need to mill-off lots of material in a hurry.


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