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Screw Slot Fixture
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SKU: 080000082
Overview
For gunsmithing work that calls for clean, centered screw slots, this fixture provides a controlled way to hold and guide the cut. It is suited to fitting new screws on a custom gun or recutting and repairing slots on a classic firearm, where a precise, consistent result matters. The clamping thumb screw secures the screw in position, while the roller pins help guide a saw or slotting file during cutting. Built from heat-treated steel with a black oxide finish, it is intended for use with .025" thick files and blades.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Helps Cut
Screw slots precisely in the
Useful Fitting
New screws on custom guns
Can Aid
Recutting or repairing screws on
Clamping Thumb
Screw secures the gun screw
Roller Pins
Guide saws or slotting files
Key Features
- Heat-treated steel fixture for cutting screw slots precisely in the center of the head.
- Helps fit new screws to a custom gun or recut and repair screws on a classic.
- Clamping thumb screw locks the gun screw in the desired position.
- Two sets of roller pins guide a saw or slotting file during cutting.
- Designed for use with .025-inch thick files and blades.
- Black oxide finish; Brownells manufactured.
Best Used For
- For gunsmiths fitting new screws to custom firearms and wanting centered screw slots
- For restoring classic guns and recutting damaged screw slots with controlled alignment
- For detail-oriented builders using .025-inch files or blades during screw-slot work
- For shop users who need a fixture that locks screw position before cutting
Specifications
| Blade Finish | Black oxide finish |
|---|---|
| Clamping Thumb Screw | Present |
| Compatible Fileblade Thickness | .025 in |
| Height | 7/8 in (22.2 mm) |
| Length | 2 in (5.1 cm) |
| Material | Heat-treated steel |
| Roller Pins | Two sets |
| Use | Cutting screw slots in gun screws |
| Width | 1 1/4 in (3.2 cm) |
Pros
- Helps cut screw slots precisely in the center of the screw head
- Useful for fitting new screws on custom guns
- Can aid recutting or repairing screws on classic firearms
- Clamping thumb screw secures the gun screw in position
- Roller pins guide saws or slotting files during cutting
- Heat-treated steel fixture with black oxide finish
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for screw-slot work only, so it is a specialized fixture rather than a general-purpose gun-smithing tool.
- Use is limited to .025" thick files and blades, which narrows compatibility with other cutting tools.
- The fixture helps position and guide the cut, but final results still depend on careful setup and hand technique.
- Its compact size is practical for bench work, but it is intended for individual screw heads rather than high-volume use.
Suggested Comparisons
- Gun screw fitting tools
- Screw slotting fixtures
- Gunsmithing files and saw blades
- Custom gun maintenance tools
Suggested Accessories
- Screw slotting file
- Small precision saw blades
- Gun vise
- Bench block
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this fixture used for?
It is used to help cut screw slots precisely in the center of a screw head. The description says it simplifies fitting new screws to a custom gun or recutting/repairing screws on a classic firearm.
What tools does it work with?
The product is specified for use with .025" thick files and blades.
What material and finish are listed for the fixture?
The provided specifications list heat-treated steel with a black oxide finish.
How does it hold the screw in place during cutting?
The description says a clamping thumb screw locks the gun screw in the exact position you want, while two sets of roller pins guide the saw or slotting file during cutting.
What are the listed dimensions?
The listed dimensions are 2" long, 1 1/4" wide, and 7/8" high.