Fine-tooth comb
[fahyn-tooth] /ˈfaɪnˌtuθ/
noun
1.
a comb having narrow, closely set teeth.
Idioms
2.
go over / through with a fine-tooth comb, to examine in close detail; search thoroughly; fine-comb:
The police went over the apartment with a fine-tooth comb.
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