How to Make a Guitar Nut from a Blank

Dan Erlewine and Elyse show you step-by-step how to make the perfect custom guitar nut from a blank. Elyse decided to make a guitar nut out of bone because it's light, durable and easy to work with. Elyse walks you through every detail you need to know to make your own perfect guitar nut from a blank. From removing the old nut, cleaning the nut slot, cutting and sanding, identifying and marking string spacing, proper slotting techniques, polishing the nut to get a jewel-like finish and finally installing the nut. Check out Elliot's guide to using the StewMac Safe Slot Nut Guard! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Fipr5XMlRw Unbleached Bone Nuts https://www.stewmac.com/item/6000-v Feeler Gauges https://www.stewmac.com/item/1811 Luthier's Digital Caliper https://www.stewmac.com/item/0447 String Spacing Rule https://www.stewmac.com/item/0673 Gauged Nut Slotting Files https://www.stewmac.com/item/0821 Nut and Saddle Vise https://www.stewmac.com/item/1816 Luthier's File Set https://www.stewmac.com/item/0842 Micro-Mesh Touch Up Stick https://www.stewmac.com/item/3707 Titebond Original Wood Glue https://www.stewmac.com/item/0622 - - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars. Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping. Shop StewMac: https://www.stewmac.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StewMac Instagram: @StewMac_Guitar