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Fretting Hammer

Our well-balanced dual-face hammer has become a standard tool for fretwork. The aluminum head is threaded for two replaceable striking surfaces: a low-dent plastic flat face with smooth edges, and a brass convex face that's radiused for installing frets. Sturdy hardwood handle.

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Fretting Hammer
Item# Description In stock Price Quantity
4895 Hammer with plastic and brass faces Yes $19.60
4896 7/8" Replacement plastic face Yes $1.79
4897 7/8" Replacement brass face Yes $7.83

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Head striking surface diameter 7/8" (22.23mm)
Overall length of the head 2-3/4" (69.85mm)
Handle length 9-1/2" (241.30mm)

Essential for fretting
The Fretting Hammer 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 Dan Erlewine.
How to use a Fret Hammer
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In this issue:
A fret hammer was one of the first lutherie tools Erick Coleman ever bought, and it's still an essential in his shop. In this issue of Trade Secrets, he shows how to use it.
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