Originally Posted by: Carl KingThis is pretty common. I've used the pencil trick a lot.
You could also try Big Bends Nut Sauce.
Although be careful about how much you use -- it's messy and can get all over your guitar if you use too much.
-Carl.
Or you can save lots of money (and mess) by using ChapStick. It works really well and costs very little, although you do need to figure out how to apply it. I just put a little on the tip of a fingernail, then smooth some into the groove on the nut. For the bridge, I simply use 3in1 oil applied with a wooden cocktail stick.
Another great thing about ChapStick is that it doesn't stain the nut or the wood surrounding it.
I wish this forum had a "block user" feature. Possibly I'm not the only one......