Bmth Builder Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 Hey I was wondering if there was any where in the UK (or Europe at a push) that stocks and distributes Stew Mac tools. I am looking in to getting some for a build I want to start but am very wary of shipping from the US (plus costs get high) The Tools I want to get hold of are, Fret slotting miter box and templates (at least 25.5" to get started with) It might even be worth getting the full arbor press fret system? (I figure its worth getting everything right even if its only for one or two builds) Fret press caul and inserts (at least 12" to start with) Plus things like truss rod router bits, radius blocks etc. Also if any one can recommend any of the Stew Mac (or other wise) tools, and where to get them that would be great! Or any one doesent need their tools any more and could sell second hand? Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Setch Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 Buy them from Stew Mac. Even if you get stung for customs, it'll be cheaper than buying in the UK, and it's extremely likely the stuff will arrive faster too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattia Posted March 5, 2008 Report Share Posted March 5, 2008 What setch said; even with customs charges, the price is very reasonable, particularly if you place a fairly large order - the DHL processing fee is something you only pay once. I usually receive my stuff (in the Netherlands, from Ohio) within 3 working days. Rarely ever longer, sometimes shorter, and shipping is extremely reasonable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aidlook Posted March 5, 2008 Report Share Posted March 5, 2008 +1 There's a company that sells their stuff in Sweden, although ridicolously expensive, and I doubt that they can compete with the 1½ day shipping I usually get from StewMac. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnRossitter Posted March 5, 2008 Report Share Posted March 5, 2008 I can't remember the name of the place, but there is a small luthiery shop in downtown Copenhagen too. They sell some tools, but by no means what you would get from StewMac. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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