New nut for a Fender Jazz

[FRANK]

Hey guys how is everyone doing I am sending good vibes now $$$$$: )

My question is a simple one here I have a newer American Fender J Bass ,Maple finger board with finish , it gives the appearance that the nut slot has been painted over in black and top coat over that and this nut needs to be replaced . So the question is do I score with a razor or have you found a better way of pulling this one out : ) Thanks and I am look forward to new ideas 

[FRANK]

its an illusion Paul V 

[Paul Verticchio]

It's a good one too (:

Again, beautiful work FRANK (-: