VizEx Zevo VZ-035-Black Pearl Celluloid Purfling Strips, 2-Piece, 1650 x 3 x 1.5 mm

Strips Piece: VizEx Zevo VZ-035-Black Pearl is a two-strip celluloid purfling set for decorative guitar detailing. Each strip is listed as 1650 mm long, 3 mm wide and 1.5 mm thick. The listing specifically cautions that the 3 mm width is for decorative accents, not primary body binding on standard guitars.

At a glance

Listed for decorative inlay on acoustic and classical guitars, including rosette lines, layered binding accents and neck-joint trim.
The maker describes the celluloid as flexible enough to cut, bend and shape with standard lutherie tools, with gentle heating suggested for tighter curves.
The listing claims smooth, burr-free edges that need minimal preparation.

Price

$3.49Save 50%

Reference price: ~~$6.99~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Two 1650 mm strips provide material for multiple small detailing jobs or a decorative run.
The 3 mm width is explicitly positioned for fine decorative accents, helping distinguish this from wider primary-binding stock.
The listed material and black-pearl finish suit buyers seeking a celluloid decorative detail.

Cons

At 3 mm wide, the strips are not intended as primary body binding on standard guitars.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Material and appearance
Material	Celluloid
Color	Black Pearl

Strip dimensions and quantity
Strip length	1650mm
Width	3mm
Thickness	1.5mm
Package quantity	2 individual purfling strips

Weight and model
Weight listed	1.12 ounces
Model	VZ-035-Black Pearl

What to know before buying

The maker recommends this 3 mm strip for decorative use only, not primary body binding. It says gentle heating with a heat gun or warm water can increase pliability for tighter curves.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Guitar builders or repairers adding narrow decorative lines, rosette details or neck-joint trim.
DIY luthiers who need two celluloid strips for smaller restoration or custom-build detailing.

Less suited to

Buyers seeking a strip for primary body binding on a standard guitar.
Projects requiring a different color, material or width.

VizEx Zevo VZ-035-Black Pearl Celluloid Purfling Strips, 2-Piece, 1650 x 3 x 1.5 mm · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 11 ratings

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The supplied evidence contains aggregate ratings but no customer-comment summary, so it does not establish specific customer-reported strengths or concerns. The rating distribution is favorable within a small sample, but it cannot show how the strips perform in use. Buyers should assess fit against the listed 3 mm decorative-only purpose and their intended guitar work.

Frequently asked questions

Can these strips be used as primary guitar body binding?

The listing says the 3 mm width is intended for decorative purposes and is not suitable as primary body binding on standard guitars.

What are the dimensions and how many strips are listed?

The package is described as two individual strips, each 1650mm long, 3mm wide and 1.5mm thick.

What kinds of guitar work are they intended for?

The listing names decorative accents such as soundhole rosette lines, multi-layer binding details, neck-joint trim and fine edge detailing on acoustic and classical guitars.

Can the material be shaped around curves?

The maker describes it as workable and flexible, and says gentle heating with a heat gun or warm water can make it more pliable for tighter curves.