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Author:  Chris aka Sniggly [ Thu May 27, 2010 7:07 am ]
Post subject:  Which of these bridge pin hole slotting tools?
Stewmac has a new (or atleast new to me) bridge pin hole slotting tool. I want to order it (them) but waffle on which files to purchase. I use light gauge strings.

Thanks!
Chris
Author:  Tom West [ Thu May 27, 2010 10:16 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Which of these bridge pin hole slotting tools?
I use home made ones from saber saw blades.
Tom
Author:  Daniel Minard [ Thu May 27, 2010 11:39 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Which of these bridge pin hole slotting tools?
+1 on the sabre saws blades with 1/2" dowel for handles. I have a couple made from hacksaw blades too. I adjusted the kerf by grinding the sides of the teeth as necessary.
If you're gonna do this, make 'em so they cut on the push stroke. Less chipout on the top surface of the bridge.
Anyone tried the abrasive cord sold by SM & Lee Valley? It looks like it'd work great!
I have often wished for a good set of files... Maybe they'll go on the "someday" list.
Author:  Mike Collins [ Thu May 27, 2010 1:55 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Which of these bridge pin hole slotting tools?
I use a dremel with a # 113 bit .
It leaves a half round slot that the string seats into and I can do all 6 in
1 minute.
Mc
Author:  Chris Oliver [ Thu May 27, 2010 3:41 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Which of these bridge pin hole slotting tools?
Mike Collins wrote:
I use a dremel with a # 113 bit .
It leaves a half round slot that the string seats into and I can do all 6 in
1 minute.
Mc


+1 on the rotary tool. I have switched from files and now use a pencil die grinder with small burr bit. I do have to finish file the 5th and 6th... because I don't want to go too wide with the burr(it cuts fast). I think I saw it being done on Charles Fox's website and that is when I tried it.
Author:  Mike Collins [ Thu May 27, 2010 4:16 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Which of these bridge pin hole slotting tools?
Been doing it for over 20 years !
Threw the file away !

Love the way the slots come out ! ;)
Mike
Author:  Chris aka Sniggly [ Thu May 27, 2010 8:05 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Which of these bridge pin hole slotting tools?
WOW....Mr. Collins.....the force must be strong with you!! laughing6-hehe

Not I have the guts to try it that way but I'm going to look into it.

Thanks to everyone!

Chris
Author:  Steve Walden [ Thu May 27, 2010 8:21 pm ]
Post subject:  Which of these bridge pin hole slotting tools?
Wow! For those who use the Dremel, how do you keep the bit from wandering?

Thanks
Author:  Daniel Minard [ Thu May 27, 2010 9:58 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Which of these bridge pin hole slotting tools?
Hey Steve;
I was wondering the same thing. I tried using a rotary tool early on, but it tended to climb up one side of the slot.
Gotta find me a #113 bit & do some practisin'!
Thanks for the tip guys.
Author:  Colin North [ Fri May 28, 2010 3:22 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Which of these bridge pin hole slotting tools?
Steve Walden wrote:
Wow! For those who use the Dremel, how do you keep the bit from wandering?

Thanks

I had a problem with wandering when using the dremel only.
Recently I tried starting the slots with a modified jigsaw blade in a handle.
Then I went with the dremel tool - tendency to wander was much reduced, although I still had to apply some pressure to the left to maintain alignment.
Author:  Mike Collins [ Fri May 28, 2010 1:40 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Which of these bridge pin hole slotting tools?
The #113 bit is not a router type bit.
But a burr-many tiny burrs that do not grab the wood.

Mike ;)
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