Guitar Fret File & Fingerboard Protection Gasket Kit
Guitar Fret File & Fingerboard Protection Gasket Kit
Guitar Fret Filing & Fingerboard Protection Kit
Keep your guitar or bass in perfect playing condition with this professional-grade fret filing and fingerboard protection kit. Whether you're a seasoned luthier or a dedicated DIY musician, this set gives you the precision tools needed to dress, level, and polish fret wire without damaging the surrounding fingerboard wood.
What's in the Kit?
- Fret File (185 × 7 mm): A slim, precise file designed to crown and smooth fret wire ends with control and accuracy.
- Large Fingerboard Gasket (81 × 22 mm): Slips snugly over frets to shield the fingerboard surface while you file or sand adjacent frets.
- Small Fingerboard Gasket (81 × 13 mm): Perfect for narrower fret areas or tighter neck profiles.
Available as individual pieces or as a complete set — choose the option that fits your needs.
Key Features
- Fingerboard Protection: The gaskets act as a protective barrier, preventing accidental wood chip removal or scratches when extracting or filing fret wire — so you can work faster and with greater confidence.
- Secure Elastic Strap Design: Built-in strap loops allow you to attach an elastic cord, keeping gaskets firmly in place during use — no slipping, no fumbling.
- Wide Instrument Compatibility: Suitable for guitars, bass guitars, ukuleles, mandolins, and other fretted string instruments with similar fingerboard profiles.
- Durable Metal Construction: Made from quality metal materials for long-lasting use across many repair and setup sessions.
Specifications
- Material: Metal
- File Size: 185 × 7 mm
- Large Gasket Size: 81 × 22 mm
- Small Gasket Size: 81 × 13 mm
- Available Quantities: 1 pc (file only), 2 pcs (gaskets only), or 1 set (file + 2 gaskets)
- Batteries Required: No
- Made in Mainland China
Package Includes
Choose from: 1× Fret File, 2× Fingerboard Protection Gaskets, or 1× Full Set (File + 2 Gaskets)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What instruments are compatible with this guitar fret filing and fingerboard protection kit?
A: This kit is designed for most fretted string instruments, including electric and acoustic guitars, bass guitars, ukuleles, mandolins, and similar instruments. As long as the fret profile is compatible with the gasket dimensions (81 × 22 mm or 81 × 13 mm), it should work effectively.
Q: How do the fingerboard gaskets protect the wood during fret work?
A: The gaskets slide over adjacent frets and sit flat against the fingerboard surface, creating a physical barrier between your file and the wood. This prevents accidental scratches, gouges, or wood chip removal — letting you file or dress frets with precision and confidence.
Q: Is this kit suitable for beginners doing their first guitar setup?
A: Absolutely. The gaskets are specifically designed to make fret work more forgiving, reducing the risk of fingerboard damage from improper technique. This makes the kit a great choice for beginners and experienced technicians alike.
Production & Packaging Notice
To maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. While the core quality, materials, and product specifications remain identical, you may notice slight variations in the packaging design, manufacturing origin, or the wording of the printed instructions.