StewMac Gauged Nut Slotting File Set for Electric Guitar

This convenient set of 6 nut slotting files will provide you with the right gauges for cutting and shaping string slots on electric guitars. And, you’ll save 10% by purchasing the set! Our tempered edge-cut nut files produce round-bottom slots for nuts and saddles. They’ll help ensure your strings seat properly in the nut without buzzing! Each chrome-alloy steel file has twin 4 inch cutting edges.Among our most popular tools, these professional files help you get the job done quickly and correctly.StewMac tech advisors specify this set of 6 files to match Light Gauge electric guitar strings (one file each in the following cutting widths: 0.010 inch, 0.013 inch, 0.016 inch, 0.024 inch, 0.032 inch, and 0.042 inch). Match the file to the string gauge. Choose a file of the same size as the string, or no more than a few thousandths wider. By rocking the file side to side, you can widen the slot to fit a slightly wider string.TIP: Nut slotting files work great for metal Tune-o-matic bridge saddles. After filing, polish the slot with abrasive cord to remove file marks.Just want one? Each file is also sold individually. Gender: male.