Fret size Q

[gigslut]

What would be the vintage correct fret wire (Dunlop gauges) for a '57-'59 P-bass? I am having a neck built and my choices are; 6230, 6150, 6130, 6105, 6100

I looked on thier site to see what Fender uses on their reissues and all they say is "Vintage size frets"

I found this chart and I'm leaning towards 6150, though it may not be exactly period correct. I like the vintage small fret feel, but these may last a little longer and have little more meat to work with for leveling/crowning etc, without completely losing the feel of a early Fender.

http://www.lutherie.net/fret.chart.html

TIA

 

[Dave W]

I just saw a thread that mentioned the fret size on the AVRI's, but I can't find it fight now.

EDIT: Found it
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f8/6105-vs-6150-frets-877753/

 

[gigslut]

Thanks! In that thread John K says they are using the 6230 mandolin wire.
ASUCG is now offering a "6125" @ .095 x .047 which may be a good compromise between vintage and modern jumbo.