{"product_id":"stewmac-deluxe-fret-tang-nipper","title":"StewMac Deluxe Fret Tang Nipper","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"block freetextblock col-lg-12 col-md-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleanly nip off the fret tang, ideal for bound fingerboards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Deluxe Fret Tang Nipper works with any size fretwire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUndercutting the fret tangs is essential for fret work: it makes the job faster for bound necks where the fret ends go over the binding, and it helps save the lacquer finish at the edges of unbound fretboards. Our Deluxe Fret Tang Nipper does this job in a snap, just squeeze the handle and the fret tang is cut quickly and cleanly without bending or crimping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA heavy-duty workhorse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned to adjust to any size\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stewmac.com\/luthier-tools-and-supplies\/materials\/fretwire\/\"\u003efretwire\u003c\/a\u003e, from narrow to extra-wide jumbo, all in one tool. The hardened steel cutters cut through nickel-silver fretwire like butter, and they're tough enough to cut harder materials like stainless too. They're built to stay sharp for a lifetime on your bench. From guitar to bass to mandolin, these nippers handle any job or instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSave time AND your hands!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe adjustable depth stop gives you accurate, repeatable cuts, making even complex fret jobs a breeze. No more time wasted adjusting the tool after every fret. The extended extra-thick rubber grips are built to absorb shock—a big relief for your hands on those back-to-back refrets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur original\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stewmac.com\/luthier-tools-and-supplies\/tools-by-job\/tools-for-fretting\/pullers-nippers-sizing\/stewmac-fret-tang-nipper\/\"\u003eFret Tang Nipper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a great option for occasional fret jobs, but if you're in a busy shop or getting serious about building—our Deluxe Fret Tang Nipper has the versatility, cutting power, and comfort you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 interchangeable inserts with 4 cutting settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts any size wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable depth stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended rubber-molded grips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardened steel cutting jaws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts through harder fretwire—even stainless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 9\" (228mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComes with 2-sided interchangeable tables for various widths of fretwire:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNarrow side for widths 0.053\" to 0.080\" (1.35mm to 2.03mm)\u003cbr\u003eMedium side for widths 0.084\" to 0.095\" (2.13mm to 2.41mm)\u003cbr\u003eLarge side for widths 0.100\" to 0.106\" (2.54mm to 2.69mm)\u003cbr\u003eExtra-large side for widths 0.106\" to 0.110\" (2.69mm to 2.79mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter nipping the tang, we recommend filing the cut surface smooth with our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stewmac.com\/luthier-tools-and-supplies\/types-of-tools\/files\/fret-end-dressing-file\/\"\u003eFret End Dressing File\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stewmac.com\/luthier-tools-and-supplies\/types-of-tools\/files\/nut-and-saddle-shaping-files-set-of-2\/\"\u003eNut and Saddle Shaping Files\u003c\/a\u003e. This makes sure the frets will seat perfectly over the binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block freetextblock col-lg-12 col-md-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorks on stainless frets, too!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll of our tools are suitable for use on stainless-steel fretwire*. Modern stainless-steel fretwire is known to be harder than the traditional nickel-silver blends, but our own shop experience indicates the wire does not cause premature wear of files or sandpapers.\u003cbr\u003e*Excludes our original Fret Tang Nippers. We recommend our Deluxe Fret Tang Nippers for stainless-steel fretwire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"StewMac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59339549245785,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/5001\/0457\/files\/E0EB51B9-D084-4DCF-A377-533FED59369F_1_201_a.jpg?v=1788880124","url":"https:\/\/codysguitars.co.uk\/products\/stewmac-deluxe-fret-tang-nipper","provider":"Cody's Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}