Hosco TL-H-FSW057 Fret Slot Cutting Saw, Blade 0.57mm (0,0224")

Hosco Fret Slot Cutting Saw

The Hosco Fret Slot Cutting Saw is a high-grade tool designed for precise and efficient cutting of fret slots in guitar and bass necks. This Japanese fret saw is an essential tool for any luthier, ensuring that fret wire fits perfectly without being too loose or too tight. Whether you’re building or repairing stringed instruments, this saw offers unmatched performance.

Key Features:

• Blade Thickness: 0.57mm (0.0224")
• Blade Length: 120mm
• Tooth Spacing: 1.25mm (Universal cutting teeth)
• Material: Carbon Steel

A Major Aid for Cutting Fret Slots in the Fingerboard

A significant aid is the use of the jig developed by Hosco for this saw. It allows controlled guidance of the saw with anti-slip functionality, cutting depth control, and a magnetic right-angle guide for precise cuts.

What Kerf Thickness Should You Choose?

Choosing the correct blade thickness is critical when cutting fret slots. The fret slot must be properly sized for the fret wire to fit just right—not too loose nor too tight. Be sure to match the saw's kerf thickness to your fret wire for the best results.

What Makes the Japanese Saw Different?

The Japanese Fret Saw’s teeth are in a league of their own! Once you experience the effortless cutting with a Japanese saw, the difference becomes immediately clear. The "Ahhh... wow!" moment is real—cutting with it is superior, faster, and the teeth don’t clog like with traditional saws. The pull-stroke design gives you better control with less effort, whether working with hardwoods or softer materials.

Precision Cutting with Back Spine Support

Japanese saws come in two styles, either the blade is plain and flexible, or has Back Spine on its back making it more rigid.

Unlike flexible saws, which are great for flush cuts, fret saws require rigidity to ensure straight, consistent cuts without side curves. The Hosco saw is equipped with a back spine that adds reinforcement, ensuring every fret slot is perfectly straight.

Japanese Saw Cutting Technique

The Hosco saw features a sword-style handle that is easy to grip with one hand. When cutting, position yourself directly over the cutting line and use gentle pull strokes—no need to apply downward force. The saw’s precision design allows gravity and its sharp teeth to do the work for you.

Durability and Care

Crafted from hardened carbon steel, this saw is built to last but requires careful handling as the teeth cannot be resharpened. With proper care, the saw will provide long-lasting performance for countless fretboard projects.