J Edwards Bladed Fractal Fret Press – Self-Adjusting Precision Fret Press for Luthiers – Eliminates Cauls & Ensures Perfect Fret Seating

"Every once in a while, a tool comes along that completely changes the game. The Fractal Fret Press is one of these tools." – Dan ErlewineThe J Edwards Fractal Fret Press is a revolutionary leap forward in fret installation. Designed by luthier Jerame Edwards and precision-machined by James Roadman, this tool completely eliminates the flaws of traditional caul-based pressing while making fretwork faster, easier, and more precise.Why Luthiers Are Calling It a Game-Changer:Perfect Fit on Any Fingerboard: Self-adjusting brass shoes conform to any fretboard radius from 6" to flat, including compound-radius and vintage fretboardsNo More Swapping Cauls: Replaces an entire box of fret cauls—one tool does it allLess Force, More Precision: Tight grouping of contact points distributes pressure evenly, ensuring proper seating with only 10-15 pounds of pressureReduces Fretwork After Installation: Seats frets without excessive springback, minimizing fret leveling and crowning workGentle Yet Powerful: The wider shoe ensures every fret is pressed securely with minimal effort, making the job easier on your arms and jointsPremium Construction: Made of high-quality brass and steel for exceptional durability and precisionDesigned for Maximum Compatibility:Original Fractal Fret Press: Seamlessly integrates with drill presses, 3/8" arbor presses, and StewMac Jaws 1 & Jaws 2Bladed Fractal Fret Press: Designed to fit a standard fret press caul, making it easy to swap between traditional inserts and the FractalFret End Overbending Made EasyThe articulating design ensures that frets seat properly without springing back—no extra hammering or adjustments required.Built by Luthiers, for LuthiersEach tool is handcrafted in San Antonio, Texas, ensuring the highest level of quality. Exclusively available from StewMac and backed by our Unconditional Lifetime Promise."I made this tool for my shop, and I'm honored that it's now indispensable for so many luthiers worldwide." – Jerame EdwardsBUILT TO LAST A LIFETIME – All StewMac tools are backed by our Lifetime Promise and our on-staff expert tech support is there when you need some help.

• REVOLUTIONARY SELF-ADJUSTING DESIGN: Revolutionizes fret installation with a self-adjusting design for perfect pressure distribution
• BLADED FRACTAL FRET PRESS: Designed to fit a standard fret press caul, allowing easy swapping between traditional inserts and the Fractal for maximum flexibility with your existing tools
• PERFECT FIT ON ANY FRETBOARD: Adapts to any radius from 6" to flat, including compound-radius and vintage fretboards
• NO MORE CAUL SWAPPING: Eliminates the need for multiple cauls—one tool does it all, reducing setup time and errors
• LESS FORCE, BETTER RESULTS: Requires minimal pressure for full fret seating, reducing fatigue and improving efficiency
• BUILT TO LAST: Handcrafted with premium brass and steel, backed by StewMac’s Lifetime Promise for guaranteed durability