File for Fret Ends?

Dr. Cheese · #1 01-31-2009, 07:31 PM

I tracked down a really nice MTD Kingston that I once owned and I will be taking it home in about two weeks. It is great except for some sharp fret ends. I think I can get this myself, what size file should I use?

lonote · #2 01-31-2009, 08:11 PM

I use a lawnmower blade file. Dan Erlewine had an article in Bass Player a few years back and that's what he recommended. It has worked finr for me.

Dr. Cheese · #3 01-31-2009, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by lonote

I use a lawnmower blade file. Dan Erlewine had an article in Bass Player a few years back and that's what he recommended. It has worked finr for me.

Thanks, I'll get one tomorrow.

seanm · #4 01-31-2009, 10:05 PM

This is what I use:

http://www.stewmac.com/shop/Fretting...sing_File.html

Dr. Cheese · #5 01-31-2009, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by seanm

This is what I use:

http://www.stewmac.com/shop/Fretting...sing_File.html

I think I'll order that tonight.

seanm · #6 01-31-2009, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Cheese

I think I'll order that tonight.

I like it because part of it is smooth, so it is easier to use without gouging in where you don't want to

RMay · #7 01-31-2009, 10:42 PM

^ I now prefer to use this file. It offers more control with lesser chance of damaging the finish than my 3 corner file. IMO, it s worth every cent paid.

Dr. Cheese · #8 02-02-2009, 12:52 AM

I ended up getting a set of small files from Home Depot. I did a pretty good job of smoothing out the frets, but I did get a bit of finish. The bass feels better, but Roger Sadowsky's day job is very safe!

I don't think I will ever do extensive file work, but it was nice trying it out of an inexpensive bass like my Kingston.