I REALLY like the set that Stewmac sells.
Nut Files
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| Author: | Daniel M [ Fri Dec 23, 2005 7:08 am ] |
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A repairman friend recently loaned me a set of nut files & they have simplified the process so much, I've decided to buy a set. I'll have to give the loaners back soon, and I'm looking for recommendations of which ones to buy. Anyone got a suggestion? Thanks, Daniel |
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| Author: | LanceK [ Fri Dec 23, 2005 7:11 am ] |
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I REALLY like the set that Stewmac sells. Nut Files
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| Author: | Dave-SKG [ Fri Dec 23, 2005 7:38 am ] |
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Those are nice but Allied sells the three file set (two sizes to each file)and I like them even more... they are tapered...I don't know...I just keep grabbing for them ... I have both...  
 
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| Author: | DennisR [ Fri Dec 23, 2005 8:40 am ] |
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ABout how much does allied set go for and where can I get them? Thx Dennis |
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| Author: | Rod True [ Fri Dec 23, 2005 8:57 am ] |
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Dennis, at the top of the page is a list of the OLF sponsors, you can click on the Allied Lutherie link and it will take you to the site. I also have the Allied set (made by ibanez) and I like the tappered end (I havn't used any other set mind you) and the price is $70 but the site says they are out of stock. |
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| Author: | John How [ Fri Dec 23, 2005 9:11 am ] |
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I have the stew mac set shown above but they cut a tapered slot at least on the smaller ones and I have have trouble with strings binding in them. I have the individualy sized files from stew mac and i much prefer them because they cut a nice round bottom slot.. |
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| Author: | RCoates [ Fri Dec 23, 2005 4:48 pm ] |
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I have the Ibanez set from LMI. I have no complaints. Ibanez files at LMI |
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| Author: | Colin S [ Fri Dec 23, 2005 8:59 pm ] |
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Small tip (probably teaching grandma to suck eggs) but after the nut files, to slightly undersize the slot, I use an old piece of the right sized guitar string, held in a jewellers saw, with grinding compound on it to smooth and fit the string to the slot. Gives a nice round bottom (am I allowed to say that Lance?) and ensures a nice smooth correct fit. Sweet as a nut! Colin |
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| Author: | Daniel M [ Sat Dec 24, 2005 9:31 am ] |
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Thanks Guys. I really appreciate your input. Colin... do you use the waterborne valve lapping compound? Best wishes to all for a peaceful & fulfilling holiday season. Dan'l |
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| Author: | David Collins [ Sun Dec 25, 2005 3:24 pm ] |
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The Stew Mac files Lance posted are good, but they thinnest one cracks very easy, and seems pretty inconsistant from file to file. Some of them I've used have had no detectable difference between the .012" and .016" sides. I've gone through three sets and a few individual replacements in the last four years because they dull rather quickly. This last set will probably be the last one I invest in. I use to use the Ibanez files that Dave posted and I liked them much better. They were unavailable for quite a while, but were reintroduced a few years ago. I prefer the joint round edge files like Hesh posted, but the ones that Stew Mac now carries don't seem nearly as good as the Grobet files they used to sell. I believe Luthiers Merc and Allied Lutherie still sell the Grobets. These are certainly my favorites, but unfortunately this style of file is a larger overall investment if you want a full set. I've used them all at some point or another, and I guess my suggestion for you would be the Ibanez combination files. I haven't tried them since they came back on the market, but judging by Dave's photos they look identical to the old ones in every little detail. |
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