--- product_id: 17642347 title: "FretGuru Ultimate Fret End File 2 - Fix Sharp Fret Ends, Fret Sprout, Fret End Dressing File Pro Luthier Tool Guitar Tech [FINALLY AVAILABLE AGAIN - ADVANCED NEW DESIGN SHIPPING NOW]" brand: "fretguru" price: "VT12280" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 category: "Fret Guru" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/17642347-fretguru-ultimate-fret-end-file-2-fix-sharp-fret-ends store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Diamond Honed Precision Design USA Made Handle FretGuru Ultimate Fret End File 2 - Fix Sharp Fret Ends, Fret Sprout, Fret End Dressing File Pro Luthier Tool Guitar Tech [FINALLY AVAILABLE AGAIN - ADVANCED NEW DESIGN SHIPPING NOW] **Brand:** fretguru **Price:** VT12280 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Elevate Your Fret Game - Play Like a Pro! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** FretGuru Ultimate Fret End File 2 - Fix Sharp Fret Ends, Fret Sprout, Fret End Dressing File Pro Luthier Tool Guitar Tech [FINALLY AVAILABLE AGAIN - ADVANCED NEW DESIGN SHIPPING NOW] by fretguru - **How much does it cost?** VT12280 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/17642347-fretguru-ultimate-fret-end-file-2-fix-sharp-fret-ends) ## Best For - fretguru enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted fretguru brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Smooth Operation:** Glides effortlessly without damaging your guitar. - β€’ **Ergonomic Comfort:** Designed for prolonged use without discomfort. - β€’ **Ultimate Precision:** Crafted for flawless fret end dressing. - β€’ **Innovative Protection:** Double Ski-Tip design prevents scratches. - β€’ **Quality Craftsmanship:** Collaborated with Europe's finest file makers. ## Overview The FretGuru Ultimate Fret End File 2 is a precision tool designed specifically for luthiers and guitar techs, featuring a diamond-honed finish for smooth operation, an ergonomic hardwood handle, and an innovative design that protects your instrument while ensuring optimal fret end dressing. ## Description For years many of the world's top luthiers have been hounding us to make more of these.The original Ultimate Fret End File was just something I developed for my personal workbench many years ago, as there was nothing else available that was capable of the detail and accuracy I was looking for. The "problems" all started when I decided to make an extra one for a luthier friend - who was blown away by how well it worked, and could no longer do fretwork without it.He then shared it with another luthier - who immediately asked me if I could make 5 of them for the guys in his shop... and it just snowballed from there. Since then I've made and shipped thousands of the original Ultimate Fret End file all over the world - personally modifying each file by hand... until it became physically impossible to do it anymore... my hands ache just thinking about it. Over the past 5 years we've tried and tried to find a file manufacturer who was capable (and willing) to create a file like this for us and our fellow guitar geeks. China was out of the question. We actually tried, and their attempts to create a Swiss quality file were... laughable. The only way to make this happen was to go to the source. The only challenge? Two of them actually: The first was the expense of having a custom file made by old-world craftsman. The second was, one look at the level of detail and precision in our file design, and they passed on it. We even got as far as prototype samples, but they were just too complicated and costly to make. But we finally stumbled upon a craftsman from one of Europe's oldest and most respected file makers who was willing to take on the challenge.The design and prototype process has taken years and many revisions. They tell me these are the most detailed and complicated files they've ever made. Review: Perfect tool for smoothing fret ends - I've always been a "do it yourself" type of person but this was the first time I had done fret filing on my Martin tenor ukulele. It went very well. The following comments may be helpful. (1) I watched a demo video online and used the technique shown there. Of course one of the flat sides of the file rests against the fretboard as you move the cutting side of the file against the "corner" of the fret end. As you push the file, also rotate it over the top of the fret end (emphasis on "end". Don't file away the top of the fret where the strings touch!). (2) As a precaution, when filing the frets on the part of the fretboard on the front of the body, with my other hand I held a piece of heavy stock paper over the front of the body to protect the wood in case I accidentally touched the body front with the file. Although the end of the file is rounded, it would probably leave a mark on the wood if it contacted the wood. This isn't a concern as you move down the fretboard away from the body. (3) I have a jeweler's loupe (a band that fits around my head with two magnifying glasses in front) and I found that using this was a great help in seeing exactly how much metal I had filed away and precisely where. If you have great vision then maybe you don't need this aid but I found it to be very helpful.... This is a nice tool and did a good job. My fret ends were actually in pretty good shape (as shipped from the factory) but they were a little rough I thought. I am very pleased with the way they turned out; very smooth to the touch now as I slide my finger along the side of the fretboard. This fret end file is well worth the cost and using a custom tool like this is so much better than trying to improvise with a general purpose file. Review: Nice product - Works well. I don't know how "ultimate" it is, but it works. ## Features - The most advanced and precision fret end dressing file available - designed from the ground up specifically for fret ends - this is your most effective weapon in the battle against sharp fret ends, " fret sprout ", and a must-have for a smoother, faster playing guitar that inspires you to play more often. - Precision flat ground, diamond honed and polished bottom - so the file glides across your fingerboard without scuffing the wood, finish or binding. We've teamed up with one of Europe's oldest and most respected file makers to help us create this finely crafted file, then we put the finishing touches and final diamond hone and polish here in our shop. Definitely NOT made in China. - Top of file has a smooth, safe ground edge, and the upper corners and tip are completely rounded and beveled to prevent damage to your fretboard and guitar. Also comes with a top quality, made in USA hardwood handle that feels comfortable in your hand, and takes the pain out of working on your frets. - Innovative Double Ski-Tip design, to protect your guitar top from scratches and dings. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B013ZHK4DM | | Best Sellers Rank | #10,112 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #240 in Guitar Tools | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,286) | | Date First Available | August 16, 2015 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 1.44 ounces | | Item model number | Fre-7943 | | Material Type | Hardened tool steel | | Product Dimensions | 8 x 1 x 1 inches | ## Images ![FretGuru Ultimate Fret End File 2 - Fix Sharp Fret Ends, Fret Sprout, Fret End Dressing File Pro Luthier Tool Guitar Tech [FINALLY AVAILABLE AGAIN - ADVANCED NEW DESIGN SHIPPING NOW] - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81q0POTITgL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this effective with stainless steel frets?** A: Yes totally! **Q: Can this be used on a ukulele?** A: Hello W3,Sure, the file can be used on any fret end - be it a ukulele or a bass.Let me know if you have any other questions.Thanks!Bernie / FretGuru **Q: I just ordered and is on backorder...any idea when more will be available?** A: Hello DGore, I just took a look, and though Amazon is showing these files as out of stock, they're getting more of them moved around to their various warehouses as we speak. We just sent a few more files to Amazon last week so it should only be a few days. They often overstate the back in stock date by a few days, but you can come back the next day (or later that day) and they'll show as "In Stock". Worst case you can check the other listing that we fulfill (the one that says "Sold by and ships from FretGuru") and I can send it out within a few days. Thanks again, Bernie / FretGuru **Q: Why this over the StewMac version?** A: The main advantage is the FretGuru fret end file has a bottom that is 2x as wide, the advantage being it stays stable and planted on fingerboard, and doesn't topple over dig into your fingerboard like the narrow SM file. The bottom is also diamond honed and polished by hand here at our shop, so it's extra smooth to prevent damage to your fingerboard. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect tool for smoothing fret ends *by A***R on December 6, 2022* I've always been a "do it yourself" type of person but this was the first time I had done fret filing on my Martin tenor ukulele. It went very well. The following comments may be helpful. (1) I watched a demo video online and used the technique shown there. Of course one of the flat sides of the file rests against the fretboard as you move the cutting side of the file against the "corner" of the fret end. As you push the file, also rotate it over the top of the fret end (emphasis on "end". Don't file away the top of the fret where the strings touch!). (2) As a precaution, when filing the frets on the part of the fretboard on the front of the body, with my other hand I held a piece of heavy stock paper over the front of the body to protect the wood in case I accidentally touched the body front with the file. Although the end of the file is rounded, it would probably leave a mark on the wood if it contacted the wood. This isn't a concern as you move down the fretboard away from the body. (3) I have a jeweler's loupe (a band that fits around my head with two magnifying glasses in front) and I found that using this was a great help in seeing exactly how much metal I had filed away and precisely where. If you have great vision then maybe you don't need this aid but I found it to be very helpful.... This is a nice tool and did a good job. My fret ends were actually in pretty good shape (as shipped from the factory) but they were a little rough I thought. I am very pleased with the way they turned out; very smooth to the touch now as I slide my finger along the side of the fretboard. This fret end file is well worth the cost and using a custom tool like this is so much better than trying to improvise with a general purpose file. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice product *by V***T on April 3, 2026* Works well. I don't know how "ultimate" it is, but it works. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ All you need to fix frets ends *by P***H on December 26, 2024* This product is better than I imagined. I had some sharp frets on my new guitar, and this fixed them quickly and easily. There is a video that shows you how to use the tool, and it is very easy to get pro results. I cannot recommend this item enough. It is easy to get results with no damage to your fret board! Worth every penny I paid. Quality made, and you will be glad it’s in your kit. ## Frequently Bought Together - FretGuru Ultimate Fret End File 2 - Fix Sharp Fret Ends, Fret Sprout, Fret End Dressing File Pro Luthier Tool Guitar Tech [FINALLY AVAILABLE AGAIN - ADVANCED NEW DESIGN SHIPPING NOW] - FretGuru Fret Crowning File – Diamond Dagger 2.0 Fret File Crowning Tool – The Guitar Luthier Tool for Ultra Precise Frets on Electric, Acoustic, and Bass Guitars - MD, LG, XL Frets - FretGuru Leveling Beam Replacement Sandpaper - 400 Grit 5 - Pack Advanced Ceramic Film - Backed Self - Adhesive Strips for All Sanding Beam Fret Leveler 16” 400mm P400 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/17642347-fretguru-ultimate-fret-end-file-2-fix-sharp-fret-ends](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/17642347-fretguru-ultimate-fret-end-file-2-fix-sharp-fret-ends) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-03*