Refretting a Vintage Tele.

The frets have been pulled out from the side(old maple board Fenders had the frets pushed in from the side instead of from the top).

Trimming fresh frets.

Taping off the board to level, crown and polish the frets.

After all the hand shaping and buffing, the frets are looking good.

A fresh bone nut completes the job.

After applying the tinted lacquer and cleaning up, here she is!