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Performax 16-32 thickness sander, Jet Drill press, other tools...NYC area

I'm between shops right now and have a bunch of lutherie tools in a U-haul storage facility on 4th ave in Brooklyn. Here are a few of my local craigslist posts. I've also got a bunch of wood I'll be listing in some form or another. Let me know if anyone would like to come by and have a look. Use the "more ads from this user" link in CL posting to see updated and additional listings. thanks! https://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/tls/d/brookly…

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ISO Late 40s/Early 50s J-45 neck

I have a 46' J-45 in need of a new neck. I figured I would scour the interwebs for a possible replacement before I go commando and build one to spec. Let me know if anyone has anything in this vein!

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Violin Tools for Free

I have what appear to be violin tools. Free to a good home. Three items. If you know of a Violin maker/repair person who might need these please let them or me know.

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A Looth has spoken for these. Glad to see they'll be put to good use.
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LMII Side Bender - $600

Side bender machine in great condition. Includes spring steel, heating blankets, and thermocouple. No bending forms included, just the machine itself. Asking $600 for local pickup in Chicago area.

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Fretting table saw setup

This is a simple but effective setup for cutting fret slots quickly and accurately. Ryobi table saw with a crosscut sled and saw blade with a kerf to match fret slot thickness. The sled has an indexing pin for using fret scale templates with notches. The blade alone sells for $163 on Stew Mac. I also have another blade for sale.

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Neck Jig For Sale

Stew Mac Erlewine Neck Jig for sale, purchased new in May of 2023. Very light use in excellent condition. More photos upon request. Comes with angle vise, shipping based on location. Available for pickup in Fairfield County, CT. $550.00 Erlewine Neck Jig Workstation - StewMac

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blades for sale

Two Starret Pro-Die IPD Bandsaw blades: 6'10-1/2" 14 T.P.I. Unopened/uncoiled Cost me 45. each sell for 35. plus shipping

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Untangler Pro, approaching first production batch

Hi everyone, I am getting closer to finalising the specs for the first production run of the Untangler Pro. The Untangler Pro is made of stainless steel, and it is designed to clean up the underside of fret?s overhangs after clipping away the tang. It works with a Dremel or similar tool and a cutting wheel. The order for the parts needed for the first run will most likely go out next week, so if you want one, now is the time. You can mess…

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Hi, sorry, I had not seen this message. here is a brief demo: https://youtu.be/qcySjEVoDWQ
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ISO Empty Fret Tubes

I ordered some sections of 2ft length fret wire that were being closed out. I’m looking for a few empty tubes, with caps that allow you to hang them on the wall. Only need 2 or 3 if any of you guys have some extra laying around. Happy to pay for them and shipping costs. I appreciate you guys!

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ISO Spoke wheel truss rod tools

Does anyone have a line on quality steel bars to adjust a spoke wheel ?

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From square to round.....
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Airbrush Compressors for Sale Brand New

I have some inventory that is brand new and just taking up space. I brought these small airbrush compressors in a few years ago from my Taiwan supplier. 1/8 hp with Filter, Regulator and airbrush air hose. Also included in an adapter that converts the airbrush fitting to a standard 14"NPS thread. 2 are available. $95.00 each plus whatever it costs to ship UPS. Other specs 110V .7 CFM Max pressure 95 psi Dimensions: 26 x 14 x 17 cm Weight: 4.0…

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Hey Jeff! I will send you a dm with my contact info. I would love to try one of these. Thanks!
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WTB: Jescar EVO fret wire

I am looking for some Jescar EVO fretwire to buy if anyone has some they'd part with. Preferably sizes 47095, 43080, 37080, or 55090. thanks, Jackson

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I just wrote Jescar about EVO gold. They said they still have some limited stock available for sale. I would give them a call as the website may not show availability. I used SM gold on my last bui…
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$250 Dynabrade Air polisher

Dynabrade Air polisher. Buffing pads included. Used once.

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Walrus Tusks for Sale $350 Each

I have had these two Walrus Tusks since 1966. It is not wet, it is not fossilized, it is great ivory. I don't see myself using it and would sell it to the right buyer, and would like $350 ea. Reach out to me at [email withheld] . Thank you.

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ISO Stingray Bass pickup

Hello! I’m looking for any used Stingray bass pickup in any condition so long as it works. Thanks!

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Nut files and fretting tools

Doing some workshop organization and found some tools I don't use. All are in excellent shape with very minimal use. Each item linked to the relevant product page: Japanese nut files. Mine have a bit of surface rust but they were used for maybe 2 guitars. $80 new, selling for $40 StewMac Gauged Nut Slotting File Set for Electric Guitar (for medium strings) and one of each nut file backer. Used on one guitar. $113 new for the files and $19…

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Everything is sold except the fret cutting saw blade!