Bendable stainless steel fretboard protectors designed for luthiers, guitarists, technicians, and DIY instrument work Key benefits Protects the fretboard from scratches and tool damage during fret filing, crowning, and polishing. Flexible stainless steel bends to match the neck radius, providing a snug shield over the fretboard without shifting. Includes 2pcs: one wide protector and one narrow protector to fit different neck widths and access needs. Durable and reusable for repeated setups and repairs. Simple to fit and remove, making fret work faster and more precise. Product attributes Function: Shields the fretboard surface while you file, level, crown, or polish frets. Material: Bendable stainless steel for strength and flexibility. Compatibility: Suitable for guitars and basses and other fretted string instruments with comparable neck widths. Size: Supplied as a pair with one wide and one narrow protector to cover a range of neck sizes and working areas. Performance: Holds position during detailed fret work, reducing the risk of cosmetic damage to the fretboard. Practical use scenarios Luthier refret job: Use the wide protector to cover the fretboard when leveling frets and installing ones, maintaining a clean playing surface. Home maintenance: A guitarist polishing frets can slip the narrow protector between frets to access individual frets without marking the wood. work: A bass technician can protect longscale necks while filing or dressing frets, speeding up service and reducing rework. How to use Select the wide or narrow protector based on neck width and the area you need to cover. Gently bend the protector to match the fretboard radius and lay it across the frets to shield the wood. Perform filing, crowning, or polishing on the exposed fret edges. Remove and clean the protector after use. This practical set of two stainless steel fretboard protectors helps preserve the condition of instrument necks while improving accuracy and efficiency during fret maintenance.