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Torch tip cleaners

Posted by Dan Sleep on January 17, 2011 at 2:19pm in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion

I kept seeing posts about people who suggested using torch tip cleaners to cut the notches in nuts and bridges. I had check my local home improvement store, but couldn't find anyone who knew what I was talking about. I had never seen them, so I was not much help.

 

But, I found a guy who knew what I was looking for.

 

This was $3.99 at Home Depot.

 

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  • Josh Gayou (SmokehouseGuitars) January 17, 2011 at 8:23pm
    Like David said, they do okay on one or two guitars but after that they really can't take the abuse.  I bought a custom set from a guy who sells on ebay from time to time for about $30 or $40.  It's not cheap but it's a damned sight cheaper than the specialized nut files they sell at StewMac or Luth. Merc.  Anyway it was a really good investment for the money and my nut slots have been picture perfect ever after.
  • David L. January 17, 2011 at 2:31pm
    They are okay for the price but I find the thinner ones start to get a bit bent quite quickly.  Another cheap alternative are feeler gauges which you score one side several times with a file (you can do the whole set in one go).  This was discussed recently here (pictures about halfway down).http://www.cigarboxnation.com/group/thebritsarecoming/forum/topics/...
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