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Originally Posted by armorer951
Great photos and tips on this procedure.
Another useful tool for doing these inserts is an additional small triangle file with one "safe" side. (cutting teeth removed) This safe sided file allows you to have more control, and open the angle cuts at each end without removing material from the bottom of the dovetail....or work on the bottom cut without cutting the end angle.
The file also makes it much easier to cut the corners/angles at each end to a very sharp point.
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Armorer 951 is absolutely right as that is the best file for this job. Also I've used popcycle sticks for the fences with success on many occasions. A bit more clean up but easier to find than sheet brass. If clean up is an issue you could lacquer the sticks and let them set for a few days to have a perfectly smooth surface.