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testore replied to a thread Damage to Loar A5??? in Vintage Instruments

I’m making one....... mid 2020

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Dec-03-2019, 10:28pm

testore replied to a thread Ivoroid picguard material in Builders and Repair

Thanks everyone. Great help!!

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Dec-02-2019, 9:57pm

testore replied to a thread Ivoroid picguard material in Builders and Repair

I spoke to Bill today, he’s going to check but not very hopeful. I have found the other places in the UK. Hoping not to have to pay the shipping....

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Dec-02-2019, 8:22pm

testore started a thread Ivoroid picguard material in Builders and Repair

Looking for a piece big enough for 1 picguard for an octave mandolin. Axiom (James Tailpiece) sells it but only in 64” lengths, way more than I need....

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Nov-28-2019, 12:03pm

Joey Anchors replied to a thread Best Armrest in Equipment

Bob, may I say Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family! Also does the CA armrest take away any of the tone on your CF?

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Nov-28-2019, 11:06am

Joey Anchors replied to a thread Best Armrest in Equipment

I just placed an order for my first armrest from Cumberland Acoustics to use on a Crystal Forest A/N I just acquired. Normally I’m not a fan of...

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Nov-26-2019, 9:28pm

Joey Anchors replied to a thread First pickguard Attempt in Builders and Repair

So here’s a quick mock-up with the hardware. What do you all think?

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Nov-25-2019, 7:28pm

Joey Anchors replied to a thread First pickguard Attempt in Builders and Repair

Say no more. Terry I can’t thank you enough for offering me this mandolin.. I have a feeling it’s going to be a good one and with me as my...

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Nov-24-2019, 10:00pm

Joey Anchors replied to a thread First pickguard Attempt in Builders and Repair

Anytime glad I could help! Love your work and post pictures of that flattop project.

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Nov-24-2019, 9:49pm

Joey Anchors replied to a thread First pickguard Attempt in Builders and Repair

This is the product I used. Easy to use. https://www.stewmac.com/Materials_and_Supplies/Pickguard_Materials/3M_Pickguard_Adhesive_Sheet.html

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Nov-24-2019, 8:11pm

Joey Anchors replied to a thread Tonegard alternatives in Equipment

Looks great! Now just need to find someone to make one for me.

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Nov-24-2019, 6:25pm

Joey Anchors replied to a thread First pickguard Attempt in Builders and Repair

So do I and thank you!

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Nov-24-2019, 3:11pm

Joey Anchors replied to a thread First pickguard Attempt in Builders and Repair

Bernie I bought the material from Stewmac. Warmed it up in warm water for a bit, cut it with scissors, sanding the edges with 600 grit (or a file...

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Nov-24-2019, 3:07pm

Joey Anchors replied to a thread First pickguard Attempt in Builders and Repair

Thanks! I did it freehand and got lucky haha.

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Nov-23-2019, 11:49pm

Joey Anchors started a thread First pickguard Attempt in Builders and Repair

I wanted a pickguard for the new Crystal Forest mandolin I just bought and decided to make one. This was my first time shaping a guard so please be...

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Nov-23-2019, 7:14pm

Joey Anchors replied to a thread Gibson Ricky Skaggs Distressed Master Model - My New Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

A work of art!!

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Nov-22-2019, 10:26pm

Joey Anchors replied to a thread Tonegard alternatives in Equipment

Now this is something I could use on my mando!

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