John White's Discussions

Low tack transfer tape
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I'm having a hard time sourcing some wide/ low tack/ sign makers transfer tape like the stuff Frank Ford uses.Anybody particular brand I should be looking for? Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Alex Glasser Feb 17, 2015.

Slip the block
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Hey all…I've been enjoying hearing everyone's opinions of and methods of bridge shaving and wanted to collect some current thoughts on slipping the block.I went a year or so without doing any and…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Joe Stodddard Jun 11, 2016.

Power string winders
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I feel like I'm doing enough restrings per day to justify getting one of these gizmos. Anyone have one that they really like?After some web searching, I'm leaning towards this one. …Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by John Nov 25, 2014.

Dan Erlewine uses Titebond hide glue???
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Got a trade secrets video in my email from Stew-Mac today showing Dan repairing a nasty headstock break with Titebond Hide Glue.I thought that stuff was universally panned by the luthiery community…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by harrison phipps Aug 31, 2014.