I have used sandpaper on beveled wood blocks for fret work, but would like to more seriously look at building some mandolins, so my mind is on luthiers tools worth investing in.
Just curious about Fret Files: is it absolutely necessary to pay the Stew Mac price for a decent Fret File, or are the markedly less expensive Amazon Facsimile's serviceable?
Stew Mac, $108+: https://www.stewmac.com/luthier-tool...ing-files.html
Amazon, $40: https://www.amazon.com/Hosco-Crown-T...%2C149&sr=8-49
or
Amazon, $13: https://www.amazon.com/iLuiz-Crownin...s%2C149&sr=8-7
... Theres also an Amazon choice for $8
Seriously not trying to knock the Stew Mac tool, just curious what makes it cost so markedly higher?... Is it worth the extra expense?... Is it worth even buying a fret file?
What are other luthier tools you feel are worth having in your arsenal?
Love to hear opinions.
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