dented frets

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What do you guys do when your frets start to get dented?

One thing that I've seen ppl do is something like sanding the frets down. But I dont want to do this because it changes the 'feel' and playability of the guitar. I'm not too fond of flat fretted guitars. I like 'em big and fat.

Is it possible to get the frets replaced without screwing up the fretboard? I once had a fret-job done to one of my guitars and when I got it back the fretboard was all messed up.
 
I've had a number of fret dressings done to my guitars with no noticeable loss of fret area. If it's done professionally the shape and feel of the fret shouldn't change; it only goes a tiny bit lower. Most guitars can handle several fret dressings before the playability starts to suffer. At least that's been my experience. But I would stress, have it done professionally. You might be surprised what an improvement it can make.
 
Tapehead's right. Most guitars can have several fret filings done before they need to be replaced. It depends on how deep the dents are though. If they're to badly worn, you'll need a re-fret.
If this is the case, find a pro that you can trust. Ask around and find out who the "go to guy" is in your area. DON'T HAVE THIS DONE BY THE TECHS AT YOUR LOCAL "MUSIC SUPERSTORE". Find a real Luthier.
 
I'll 2nd 3rd and 4th that advice, my older brother took a 63 strat to the local music store tech to get a re-fret job and the guy fucked his neck up beyond repair, so really know who your dealing with on re-fret jobs, the only good thing that come out of it..it was'nt mine :D but I still curse that bastard!
 
Try this website...
www.frets.com

If you look around, you'll find some usefull info there.
Also, if you click on the index and then the "Luthier Q & A", there's a luthier there from Bangkok who could do a re-fret and crowning for you. At least he's local. You might want to track him down for a quote. :)
 
I second all these posts, particularly Buck62's suggestion to check out Frets.com. Frank Ford is one of the premier repairpersons in the country. This guy know what he's talking about. Don't just check out his site - memorize it!
 
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