
StewMac Fret Cutter, Specially Hardened Steel Jaws, Custom Designed for Guitar Fret Work, Profiled & Flush-Ground, Cuts Wire Clo
$68.27
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main use of the StewMac Fret Cutter? A: The StewMac Fret Cutter is designed primarily for trimming the ends off fretwire, providing a cleaner cut that requires less filing.
- Q: What materials are the jaws of the StewMac Fret Cutter made from? A: The jaws of the StewMac Fret Cutter are made from specially hardened steel, ensuring durability and effectiveness for fret work.
- Q: Can the StewMac Fret Cutter be used on stainless steel frets? A: Yes, the StewMac Fret Cutter is suitable for use on stainless-steel fretwire, which is known to be harder than traditional nickel-silver blends.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the StewMac Fret Cutter? A: The StewMac Fret Cutter features a 1" (25.4mm) jaw width and is 8" (203.20mm) long.
- Q: How does the design of the StewMac Fret Cutter improve its performance? A: The cutter's jaws are profiled and flush-ground to cut wire close to the fretboard, resulting in a cleaner cut without pulling the wire.
- Q: What benefits does the rubber-coated handle provide? A: The longer rubber-coated handles of the StewMac Fret Cutter allow for better access to the frets over a guitar body, enhancing usability.
- Q: Is the StewMac Fret Cutter suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the StewMac Fret Cutter is user-friendly and can be effectively used by beginners for trimming fret ends.
- Q: How does this fret cutter compare to traditional hardware store nippers? A: Unlike traditional hardware store nippers, the StewMac Fret Cutter has improved features specifically designed for fret work, resulting in better performance.
- Q: What should I consider when maintaining my StewMac Fret Cutter? A: To maintain your StewMac Fret Cutter, keep it clean and avoid using it on materials other than fretwire to prevent dulling the blades.
- Q: Where can I purchase the StewMac Fret Cutter? A: The StewMac Fret Cutter is available for purchase from the Stewart-MacDonald website and various authorized retailers.