This was the exact process I wanted to see in practice. I'm currently working on my first ever refret and so far the process has went well taking my time but I'm to the stage of pressing frets in (with the nibs cut off for binding) and I mainly wanted to see the board waxing and gluing process. Thank you so much for showing us your process and detailing what was used! This is the first video I've seen of yours and I will definitely subscribe for more!
Once again, a fascinating and well done video. I'm a bit surprised at how interesting this kind of thing really is..at least to me. Probably others too I'm guessing, whether they post or not...😄 This is going to be an amazing instrument by the time you're finished. I LOVE watching true craftsmen at work! Well done Dave!
I’m fascinated by your craftsmanship & teaching spirit. To that end , and I realize this may too much to ask , (but we’re banjo players not many laud our sensitivity) would you consider compiling a list or video of tools necessary for a novice looking to do their first refretting?
It's a wire I got from Jescar. It was the closest match to the original which was an odd size. Stainless is great, nothing bad to say except it's very hard to work with and very hard on tools. It's not bad for a flat fretboard but it's harder to cut, file and bend if radiused. I think it's usually not necessary.
This was the exact process I wanted to see in practice. I'm currently working on my first ever refret and so far the process has went well taking my time but I'm to the stage of pressing frets in (with the nibs cut off for binding) and I mainly wanted to see the board waxing and gluing process. Thank you so much for showing us your process and detailing what was used! This is the first video I've seen of yours and I will definitely subscribe for more!
Once again, a fascinating and well done video. I'm a bit surprised at how interesting this kind of thing really is..at least to me. Probably others too I'm guessing, whether they post or not...😄
This is going to be an amazing instrument by the time you're finished. I LOVE watching true craftsmen at work!
Well done Dave!
Glad you enjoyed it
I’m fascinated by your craftsmanship & teaching spirit. To that end , and I realize this may too much to ask , (but we’re banjo players not many laud our sensitivity) would you consider compiling a list or video of tools necessary for a novice looking to do their first refretting?
Practically mesmerizing 😳🎉
What fret wire (material) are you using?
And what’s your thoughts on stainless steel fret wire?
It's a wire I got from Jescar. It was the closest match to the original which was an odd size. Stainless is great, nothing bad to say except it's very hard to work with and very hard on tools. It's not bad for a flat fretboard but it's harder to cut, file and bend if radiused. I think it's usually not necessary.
You are very meticulous. But that takes a lot of time. But a fret job of that quality would be worth more than my banjo.
But maybe you can do it yourself if needed!