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Gauged nut files

Check the marked width of every file against the string and task.

9 items

MusicNomad

MusicNomad MN668 Light Electric Guitar Nut File Set

Widths: .010, .013, .017, .028, .036 and .046 inchCount: 6 files

Six diamond-coated files from .010 to .046 inch for a matching electric string set.

$99.99Nov 8, 26, 09:30 AM · New York
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StewMac

StewMac Acoustic Light/Medium Nut File Set 0884

Widths: .013, .016, .024, .032, .042 and .056 inchCount: 6 files

Six acoustic nut files with widths from .013 to .056 inch.

$137.03Nov 8, 26, 09:31 AM · New York
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MusicNomad

MusicNomad MN670 Acoustic Light/Medium Nut File Set

Widths: .013, .017, .024, .032, .042 and .056 inchCount: 6 files

Six diamond-coated acoustic nut files from .013 to .056 inch.

$99.99Nov 8, 26, 09:32 AM · New York
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StewMac

StewMac Electric Nut Slotting File Set 0882

Widths: .010, .013, .016, .028, .035 and .046 inchCount: 6 files

Six electric guitar slotting files from .010 to .046 inch at the stated widths.

$137.03Nov 8, 26, 09:34 AM · New York
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MusicNomad

MusicNomad MN673 Bass Guitar Nut File Set

Widths: .046, .065, .085, .105 and .130 inchCount: 5 files

Five diamond-coated files in .046, .065, .085, .105 and .130 inch for matching bass slots.

$89.99Nov 8, 26, 09:35 AM · New York
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MusicNomad

MusicNomad MN667 Super Light Electric Nut File Set

Widths: .010, .013, .017, .024, .032 and .042 inchCount: 6 files

Six diamond-coated files from .010 to .042 inch for the exact stated electric gauges.

$99.99Nov 8, 26, 09:36 AM · New York
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StewMac

StewMac 0888 Five-String Bass Nut File Set

Widths: .046, .065, .085, .105 and .125 inchCount: 5 files

Five chrome-alloy steel slot files from .046 to .125 inch for the exact stated bass widths.

$122.70Nov 8, 26, 09:37 AM · New York
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StewMac

StewMac Classical Guitar Nut Slotting File Set 0886

Widths: .028, .032, .035 and .042 inchCount: 4 files

Four classical guitar nut files at .028, .032, .035 and .042 inch.

$112.23Nov 8, 26, 09:38 AM · New York
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StewMac

StewMac 2367 Nut File Backer for Wide Files

Variant: For wide filesModel: 2367

A separate rigid backer for compatible wide nut slotting files.

$24.49Nov 8, 26, 09:39 AM · New York
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Choosing gauged nut files

Compare every marked cutting width

Check each file against the intended string gauge and the maker's instructions. A six-piece set may cover light electric strings but leave out widths needed for a different acoustic or bass set.

Measure before cutting

Check the starting clearance and make sure the planned work requires cutting. A file removes material from the slot. If the target depth, shape or direction is unclear, get the instrument checked before proceeding.

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Department questions

Does a file kit include a measuring gauge?

Check the contents. A file width marking identifies the tool's size, while a separate gauge measures the actual instrument.

Can I pick by string count?

Read the exact widths. Sets for instruments with the same string count can use different gauges.

Does a label such as light establish the width?

Check the numerical list of widths. The intended string set varies by maker and kit.

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