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Cuts on the forward and backward stroke without chatter

Diamond Fret File


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Two cutting edges: medium & wide
Our diamond fret file has concave cutting edges, one for medium and one for wide 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.

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Diamond Fret File
 
Item# Description In stock Price Quantity
5050 150-grit Yes
$83.78

5051 300-grit Yes
$83.78

5052 Set of 2 SAVE $10.00 Yes
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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 one for wide 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 a professional 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.

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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Diamond Fret File
Diamond Fret File
 
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5 3-13-2013
diamond fret file

great tool!! simple and fast work, I love it!!!

Mauricio Olivares  Santiago, chile Read my reviews (4)
5 2-22-2013
Great File

I picked up the 300 grit file, It works fantastic. Cuts quick and smooth and I appreciate the added length of this file in addition to the more than satisfactory build quality. Great job Stew Mac, I don't think I will re crown with any other tool ever again! If you are on the fence about this one, make the move and you wont be sorry.

Shawn  Buffalo NY Read my reviews (3)
4 8-23-2012
Overall Great Tool

Bought the 300 grit file, works great. The only problem I see with it is that the filings get trapped in the file to often. Have to stop and brush them off every now and then. But overall great product.

chava  Del Rio, TEXAS Read my reviews (9)
5 7-17-2012
300 grit

I used the standard file for years, and when I started using SS frets, I upgraded to the 300 grit diamond file. This file is above and beyone the standard file. I couldn't believe how much easier fret leveling and crowning became when I started using this tool. Highly recommended!

Colt W. Knight  South Charleston, WV 25309 Read my reviews (43)
4 4-10-2012
Very good tool

The first time I leveled my frets I recoiled in horror at the flattened mess I made and I knew re-dressing them with a 3 edge file was going to take hours. I bought this tool last year and dressing is a snap. Even when I have to be aggressive with metal removing to get level frets, this tool quickly restores a perfect shape. i wish it were a bit longer and I wish the 2 radii were marked on the tool for fast reference...but other than those petty complaints, this is a must have tool.

cknob  Media, PA Read my reviews (17)
5 1-10-2012
A must for fret crowning!

decided to move onto these due to the sheer amount of fret dressing I do, what a time saver! Diamond files are an absolute MUST HAVE!

JMOGuitars  Cardiff, UK Read my reviews (5)
5 10-26-2011
Great Tool (but learn how to use with Stainless Frets)

If you slow down and ease up the pressure it will last alot longer on stainless frets - otherwise you'll wear the diamonds right off of it! No problem on regular nickel-steel frets though.

ddanze  arlington va Read my reviews (5)
4 9-05-2011
Diamond Fret File

From the first stroke I knew I was on a winner.+++++

Erics guitar and PA  Sydney
5 7-15-2011
Gets it going in no time!

Simple, this fret crowning file shaves metal quickly and also working time...fret work goes quick with this thing!! I started using it, but with time, i've become a triangle file lover...i use them both on my fretworks for the ultimate rounded fret top!!

David Bohorquez  Maracaibo, Venezuela Read my reviews (7)
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5 4-25-2011
Awesome fret file!

Wow! What a time saver! The only thing missing is several more sizes.

Wilmer Gingerich  Jamesport MO Read my reviews (77)
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