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Merv-Griffin t1_j6aay96 wrote

Reply to comment by DeadEyeMetal in [QUESTION] What type of glue should I use to repair this guitar nut? Imgur included below. by [deleted]

Does each guitar model have their own nut, or all they all the same?

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pauliewotsit t1_j6aenr1 wrote

They're pretty much very similar, but search for "[brand name/model] guitar nut" which should get you the right size

I know when I broke my mandolin nut getting the right size was hit and miss...on a totally different topic, does anyone need any mandolin nuts? Various sizes...

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daniil_ivanov_92 t1_j6aebyk wrote

For some guitars you can get a particular nut, depends on a brand, otherwise there are more or less standard ones, as well as templates (basically a block), that you service yourself - sand however you like, and cut string pits where they should be.

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DeadEyeMetal t1_j6aj8vb wrote

There are two most common ones. The Gibson style that goes right at the end of the fretboard and the Fender style that is kind of embedded in the fretboard (like yours).

Nuts of the same type are usually a similar enough size to work with. Sandpaper is the main tool for fitting a new nut. a slightly oversized nut can be sanded to size with a bit of patience.

Nuts are so cheap I'd buy two or three in case you mess up. Watch a few YouTube videos for guidance (there are many) like this one by Dan at Stewmac which is a pretty good introduction...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pi7LtmdOrFw

Fitting a new nut is a great DIY skill for any guitar player to learn.

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