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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✂️ Cut clean, file less — the luthier’s secret weapon!

ERGONOMIC POWER GRIP - Longer rubber-coated handles for superior control and access over guitar bodies.
STAINLESS STEEL READY - Handles modern, harder stainless fretwire without premature wear on your files.
CUSTOM BUILT FOR LUTHIERS - Engineered exclusively for fretwork, not your average hardware store cutter.
PRECISION FLUSH CUT MASTERY - Cuts fretwire cleanly and close to the fretboard, slashing filing time.
LIFETIME PROMISE EXPERT SUPPORT - Backed by StewMac’s lifetime guarantee and industry-leading customer care.

The StewMac Fret Cutter is a precision-engineered, custom steel tool designed exclusively for fretwork. Featuring specially hardened, flush-ground jaws and an ergonomic 8" handle, it delivers clean, close cuts on both traditional and stainless steel fretwire, minimizing filing time. Backed by a lifetime promise and expert support, it’s the ultimate cutter for professional and passionate guitar builders.

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Colour	Red
Brand	StewMac
Material	Steel
Number of Cable Strands	1
No. of wires	1
Manufacturer	StewMac
UPC	840014701193
Country of Origin	USA
Model number	0619
Item Weight	358 g
Package Dimensions	30.48 x 10.16 x 2.69 cm; 358.34 g
Item model number	0619

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