Why do people use the ends of the fret cutters to cut? Shouldn't you be using the inner 90% to minimize tool breakage?

I think it depends what the excess length is. The area where the hinge of the cutter is, there isn’t enough depth to cut more than a few mm off. By shifting toward the ends of the jaws you can bypass the hinge and cut whatever length you need. I use the tool to cut fret wire to rough length snd to notch the tangs to fit between binding, as well as for final close trimming after the frets are installed. This is a very robust tool and, as long as you’re using it on fret wire, the chances of breaking off the ends of the cutter are very small.

Where are these made?

No info on origin but looks well made, possibly made in Taiwan. It’s still a very well finished tool.

Could these be used to pull frets in a pinch? Would the size of the jaws cause issues pulling frets above the 12th or so?

It could work, but I wouldn't recommend it if you're doing more than a few frets. The size will be an issue on the higher frets. If the frets are fairly low, then you may not have a problem, but you'd be better off getting the proper tool.

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StewMac Fret Cutter, Flush Cut Guitar Fretwork Cutters | Hardened Steel Fret Cutter for Clean Flush Cuts and Less Filing, Works on Stainless Frets, Rubber-Coated Long Handles

StewMac Fret Cutter, Flush Cut Guitar Fretwork Cutters | Hardened Steel Fret Cutter for Clean Flush Cuts and Less Filing, Works on Stainless Frets, Rubber-Coated Long Handles

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Brand
StewMac
Color
Red
Cutting Width
25.4
Grip Type
Rubber
Handle Material
Rubber
Material
Alloy Steel

🤲8-inch rubber-coated ergonomic handles

✂️25.4mm precision jaw width

🛠️Hardened alloy steel for durability

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✂️ Cut like a pro, finish like a legend.

ERGONOMIC GRIP - Rubber-coated long handles for comfort during extended use
FLUSH CUT MASTERY - Cuts fretwire cleanly close to the fretboard, slashing filing time
BUILT FOR LUTHIERS - Profiled, flush-ground jaws tailored for expert fretwork
LIFETIME PROMISE SUPPORT - Backed by StewMac’s lifetime guarantee and expert tech help
STEW MAC EXCLUSIVE PRECISION - Custom-designed jaws for flawless fret cuts

The StewMac Fret Cutter is a premium, custom-engineered tool crafted from hardened alloy steel with a 25.4mm jaw width and 8-inch rubber-coated handles. Designed exclusively for luthiers, it delivers clean, flush cuts on stainless frets, minimizing filing and ensuring precision. Backed by a lifetime promise and expert support, it’s the go-to cutter for professional-grade guitar fretwork.

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ASIN	B01HUDBUDK
Best Sellers Rank	#2,347 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #32 in Guitar Tools
Brand Name	StewMac
Color	Red
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (528)
Cutting width	25.4 millimeters
Grip Type	Rubber
Handle Material	Rubber
Item Dimensions L x W	8"L x 1"W
Manufacturer	StewMac
Manufacturer Part Number	0619
Material Type	Alloy Steel
Model Number	0619
Specific Uses For Product	Cutting, Trimming
UPC	840014701193
Unit Count	1 Count

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