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Old 12-21-2017, 07:59 AM
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Default Slotting tuner buttons

I'd like to make my own tuner buttons, but I'm not sure how to cut the slots. Do I need a 1/8" chisel? Is it done with a rotary tool?
The only other method I can think is to make it in halves, but I'm concerned that it will take away from the look.
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Old 12-21-2017, 08:08 AM
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when making a D-shaped hole or a double-D shaped hole there are several ways to approach it.

A specialized tool (like a chassis punch) can do this but that doesn't really work in deep wood.

Another way is to use a very narrow mill and mill the profile of the D.

The easiest hand tool method will be to drill a small pilot hole (so wood has a place to move to. Then use a chisel to make a square slot (not centered but so the top edge is where the top of the D's flat will be). Then use a chisel to open the radius part a little then a small file to round that out.
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Old 12-21-2017, 08:11 AM
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I didn't realize there were different kinds of buttons. The specific ones I'm looking to replace are rectangular.

The pilot hole idea is a good one, I'll definitely use that
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Old 12-21-2017, 12:23 PM
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drill a pilot hole, then use a square needle file to finish it to a press fit.
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Old 12-23-2017, 09:53 AM
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drill a pilot hole, then use a square needle file to finish it to a press fit.
I think this is the best idea. Thanks!
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