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Four interchangeable 2-1/2" grooved brass inserts match standard fretwire radii (7. com, your #1 source for luthier tools and supplies, guitar parts, and instrument hardware. Five-Star Flathead Banjo Tone Ring. Soprano Item # 5351 In stock, ready to ship! $25 OFF! Concert Item # 5352 In stock, ready to ship! $25 OFF! Tenor Item # 5354 In stock, ready to ship! $25 OFF! Baritone Item # 5368 In stock, ready to ship! $25 OFF! Prucha Mastertone Style Banjo Flange. Micro-Mesh Touch Up Stick Also sold separately. (74) Nickel, set of 4 Item # 3290. Now a leading guitar builder and repairman, Dan's creations include Albert King's famous inlaid "Flying V" guitar, and a custom model for Jerry Garcia. * This calculator is meant for Imperial measurements (Inches). 125" x 6", with 3" cutting surfaces. Attach a 1. Fret/Fingerboard Levelers. Height: 14" (355. 99. 14-fret neck block for Dreadnought or other acoustic guitar with 14th fret at the body. 70mm) thick and 2-7/8" (73mm) wide. 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