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I'm completely new to this - and on my first build. I was bending my sides and test fitting - and then little imperfections in my jig (outside mold) started to bother me. I became more aware of them...

Also . quick addition - that "technique" requires me pushing down pretty hard on my thumb - so the mandolin has to be extremely well supported. Just doesn't seem like a good solution.

Ok - I'm too obsessed to just let this go. I'm going to do my best to use pictures to explain my issue.

These are pictures of me holding F#,G,A on the first string in Angeline the Baker. With the...

Well I'm still behind whatever mental block i'm experiencing in performing a proper grip/technique. My index finger is hurting, but once it feels a bit better I'll post some pictures of what I'm...

Also - since people have been so helpful - maybe I can upload some pics or a little video clip if I don't find success after tomorrow's consult with an actual experienced player instead of just me...

The pain seems to be in the knuckle closest to my hand, and on the palm side of the finger between the two knuckles.

That video of Reischman looks like magic is involved to me. I've watched the...

Ok - so I am still working on implementing a lot of the advice given (thanks again - seriously appreciated - awesome when people are helpful), yet I'm getting a new problem for myself that I also...

Wow - lots of advice here for me to give a try. Thanks all - I'll try the ideas/solutions and hopefully post back with a thumbs up and a happy index finger.

I don't have any gap measurement tools available at the moment - but I can barely slide one sheet of standard computer paper between the string and fret - with two sheets there is clear friction on...

Now that is the solution of a committed professional right there!

I know I know... this has been brought up before. I have searched through dozens of posts and not found a solution nor a completely analogous post.

I do not have gout, arthritis, trigger finger...

I'm going to personally add another topic that I wish I had done more research on prior to attempting:

Bending Sides

There's a ton of forum posts about this with tips and tricks to sort through.

How does one get on the sampler pack of glory list? Brilliant idea btw!

Thanks again to those who have added something. If there are enough interest and input - I'll put together a list as an attachment with an edit date at the top so people won't have to search through...

Thanks for tossing in your thoughts and some of your experiences - I really appreciate it. Would it be fair for me to write down three things from you:

- Don't go into it expecting perfection...

What information do you wish you would have asked about/known before you did your first build or a certain step in the build?

I don’t mean answers like “everything” and solutions are not expected...

Thanks for the recommendations - I will check these out.

This is legitimately the first time I've ever joined a forum - and I've either hit the goldmine of forums or I should have been participating in forums years ago. I know this is entering broken...

Thanks for the replies. I did stumble across a Facebook page made for Lloyd by one of his family members - but wasn't sure how open he is to people reaching out to him. Do you have any idea if there...

Hello all!

Been lurking this site for quite some time - and finally trekking down the road of physically producing mandolin number 1. I will be building this first one with my father and some...

Thank you so much for all the replies! I've had some health issues and a tornado of nephews staying here so I apologize for the late response - but those are great ideas. I appreciate the specific...

Hello all!

Been lurking this site for quite some time - and finally able to begin compiling intellectually gained knowledge and be humbled as I transition to attempting to physically produce an...