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    I haven't gotten a definite answer to this question in the builder's section, so I'll try it here.

    Does anyone know the size of the wire used in the old Gibson torch and wire inlays? That is, how wide is the wire inlay that you see in the pegheads?
    Or, does anyone have one of those mandolins handy and a caliper to measure?

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    Quote Originally Posted by sunburst View Post
    I haven't gotten a definite answer to this question in the builder's section, so I'll try it here.

    Does anyone know the size of the wire used in the old Gibson torch and wire inlays? That is, how wide is the wire inlay that you see in the pegheads?
    Or, does anyone have one of those mandolins handy and a caliper to measure?
    Did you ever figure this out? I'm using either 22 gauge or 20 gauge. I don't remember purchased from the Santa Fe jewelers supply
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    Bob Altman did a Torch and Wire peghead for me, and it turned out great. You could get in touch with him, as I'm sure he'd be happy to share what he knows
    John D

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