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“Amazing product and great craftsmanship!”. Tristan N., California, USA.
“100 percent perfect. Will buy from again”. Eric M., Ontario, Canada.
“Quality oozes out of this item”. Andrew F., Highland, Scotland.
"Works superbly"., Peter J., Macclesfield, UK.
“Perfect!!”, Olmo B., Mercato Saraceno, Italy.
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“Everythings perfect!!! thank you”. Segheria C., Fidenza, Italy.
“Quality product,very pleased thanks”. Michel G., Dieppe, Canada
“I am most satisfied - it makes a lovely cut, thanks”. S.Close, Lancashire, UK.
“Excellent slotting jig - elegantly designed and well made. Thank you!”
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CONTENTS:
- 2 Fretboard Scale Templates / Fret Position Markers (24 Frets).
- 2 Parallel Fretsaw Side Guides.
- Guitar Scale Jig Base - 525mm x 70mm.
- Datum Fret Slot Locator.
- 0.023" Kerf (0.6mm) Fretboard Slotting Saw with 5x 32TPI Blades.
JIG BASE
The jig base is made from hardwood (Ash). This construction allows it to be firmly clamped in a bench vice without damage to the jig or the side guides. Threaded steel inserts are precisely positioned along each side for attachment of the guides. The hole positions are standardised and allow interchangeability of different scales. The base is finely sanded and waxed for protection against dryness and use. There is a rubber grip covering on the top face for supporting the fretboard and there are four rubber feet on the underside.
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JIG DIMENSIONS
Jig Dimensions: 525mm long x 70mm wide.
The jig accommodates guitar scales up to 27.5".
ADDITIONAL SCALES
The jig can be supplied with additional scale sizes. For further information and to confirm availability, please contact us if you would like additional scales to be included with the jig.
DESCRIPTION OF USE:
MARKING THE SLOT POSITIONS
The optimum mounting for stability and comfortable working is to clamp the jig in a vice.
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FRET POSITION MARKERS / TEMPLATES
The Fret Position Markers ensure the precise position and relationship of each fret slot. This is achieved with a few return strokes of the fretsaw at each position. As the photo below demonstrates the marker position for each fret slot is at the exact surface plane of the fretboard whereby it ensures maximum positional accuracy.
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The board should be a snug fit between the side guides to prevent any lateral movement. If the board is narrower than the jig then temporary packers should be fitted to restrict any side to side movement.
REMOVE THE FRET POSITION MARKERS
Remove the fret position markers from the cutting position after qualifying the slot positions.
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Illustration showing Fret Position Marker and Side Guide relationship when marking the slots.
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Illustration showing Fret Position Marker and Side Guide relationship when cutting the slots to depth.
CUT AN INITIAL / DATUM SLOT TO DEPTH
After removing the fret position markers, cut an initial slot to depth at a central position along the fretboard.
Fit the slot locator to this initial slot.
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CUTTING THE REMAINING SLOTS TO DEPTH
Cut the remaining slots to depth.
The side guides relocate the saw to each position and prevent accidental damage to the fretboard through saw misplacement and slippage.
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"I love the slot locator as I can remove the fingerboard and place it accurately straight back in the jig". Steve L. , Bristol, UK.
NUT SLOT WIDTH
The jig can also be used to cut the nut slot sides.
After cutting the fret slots, reposition the fingerboard so that the saw blade cuts the opposite side of the desired nut slot. (The board should be clamped in its temporary position). As shown below, the jig will ensure the slot sides are parallel.
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The material can then be carefully removed by working from each side of the board towards the centre.
(The jig base - with the guides removed, provides an ideal set up on which to clamp the board and perform this).
LOW PROFILE FRETSAW
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The saw has a comfortable genuine vintage (unused as new) hardwood handle with ferrule. The body is also designed to be used as an aid to controlling the depth of the fret slot (see photo further below).
Kerf Width 0.6mm. Cutting Depth 2.5mm. The blade can be orientated for either push sawing or pull sawing.
The saw blades are replaceable. 5x 32TPI blades are provided.
SAW BLADE
The saw blades are sourced from a single leading manufacturer only. This ensures the following criteria are met:
- Highest Manufacturing Quality.
- Efficient Cutting Performance.
- Consistent Kerf Width.
- Cost Effective Replacement.
- Compatibility with the Saw.
The manufacturers part code is included with the saw instructions and the blades can be easily obtained through retailers via eBay.
ADDITIONAL REPLACEMENT BLADE PACK
Replacement 5-off blade packs are available - additional cost 3.95GBP . Please specify when ordering if required and request invoice or total amount before finalising payment.
Saw Features:
LOW PROFILE DESIGN WITH FIRM CONTROL AT POINT OF USE.
PRECISE CONTROL OF SAW CUT DEPTH.
BLADE CAN BE ORIENTATED FOR PUSH OR PULL SAWING.
CAPTIVATED DESIGN ENSURES BLADE IS HELD RIGID.
ALSO IDEAL FOR CUTTING NUT SLOT SIDES.
SUPPLIED WITH 5X 32TPI HARDENED & TEMPERED CARBON STEEL BLADES.
USEFUL IN TIGHT SPACES WHEN CONVENTIONAL SAW ACCESS IS CONFINED/RESTRICTED.
KERF WIDTH 0.6mm / 0.023”.
COMFORTABLE GENUINE VINTAGE (UNUSED AS NEW) HARDWOOD HANDLE.
“I just received my fret saw today. Super I love it. You have a great product. A must have for the shop. Saving up to buy next size. Thank you!”. Dean W., Troy, USA.
“Lovely saw in design and construction - at a great price, very pleased”. Matthew H., West Yorkshire, UK.
“Great Luthier Saw - Top Class Service". Stephen C., Hampshire, UK.
“PERFECT ! Excellent product”. Marcello S., Cagliari, Italy.
“Grazie, sono molto soddisfatto”. Lucio D., Latina, Italy.
“Fantastic tool”. Jacob R., Svendborg, Denmark.
“Thought the saw I got from you was great, superb design, well made, works a treat". Nigel F., Leipzig, Germany
DEPTH OF SAW CUT
The depth of cut is fixed and maximum depth is controlled by the bottom of the saw which makes contact with the fretboard. The contact face of the saw is crowned. The saw itself is no wider than a fret so any marking of the wood is minimal and hidden beneath the fret when fitted. The saw supplied with the jig has a maximum cutting depth of 2.5mm.
ALTERNATIVE SAW DEPTH
Alternative saw depths are available. A 2.0mm depth saw can be supplied and is a suitable alternative where a flatter board is being cut.
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DISPATCH:
Current dispatch time is 3 working days from receipt of payment (excluding weekends).
All shipping is via TRACKED or SIGNED FOR courier service.
The purchaser will be responsible for any national and local import duties due in the country/region where the goods are received. These will normally be paid for by the delivery carrier on entering the country and will be invoiced separately to the recipient of the goods. If in doubt, please check with your local customs office to establish if any duty will be payable.
A full refund will be provided if you are not satisfied with your purchase - see details.