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    Default French Polish on Pre War Era 6 string Greek Bouzouki

    Hi, Anyone have an opinion on the wear that happens with a French Polish finish? I am looking at a pre war era Greek Bouzoiki that has that finish. I know guitar players suggest to avoid it due to the fragile nature to resistance to wear and appearance from just using the instrument. I don't want to get into a maintenance issue with this instrument. Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated.
    Thank you

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    Default Re: French Polish on Pre War Era 6 string Greek Bouzouki

    There are four hundred year old violins that were French polished and still look pretty good. It isn't a heavy finish, which is good for sound. it is fairly easy to repair if it gets worn. It is time consuming and not something typically done on cheap instruments.

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    Default Re: French Polish on Pre War Era 6 string Greek Bouzouki

    Quote Originally Posted by Nevin View Post
    There are four hundred year old violins that were French polished and still look pretty good. It isn't a heavy finish, which is good for sound. it is fairly easy to repair if it gets worn. It is time consuming and not something typically done on cheap instruments.
    I agree with all of this.

    Most modern guitar players have never played an instrument with French polish!

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