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Today, 11:33am

MontanaMatt replied to a thread Rubner tuners on Eastman MD305? in Equipment

It also has PTFE, the “forever chemical that is a carcinogen! I wish members would cease recommendations of Tri-Flow.

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Yesterday, 5:38pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread New Mando on the way... in General Mandolin Discussions

Love those 815’s! Enjoy it in good health!

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Yesterday, 5:25pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Mandolin Orange is now Watchhouse in General Mandolin Discussions

I love your music, whatever you call yourselves! I was surprised but watching this video tells me that you are broadening your genre to reach a more...

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Apr-17-2021, 10:02am

MontanaMatt replied to a thread My New Baby in General Mandolin Discussions

Sorry you’re not jazzed on your new acquisition. Before you declare it a lemon, try a different bridge and full setup. Perhaps the nut is also out...

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Apr-14-2021, 2:27pm

MontanaMatt replied to a thread Non instrumental glue questions in Builders and Repair

Loose knots with minimal gaps, just ones that wiggle a little. A few are looser and or have a splitting core. I suppose the tight knots could use...

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Apr-14-2021, 11:21am

MontanaMatt started a thread Non instrumental glue questions in Builders and Repair

I have a glue question for the woodworking experts. I want to glue some loose knots in Douglas Fir boards. Interior walls, tongue and groove, that...

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Apr-13-2021, 11:00am

MontanaMatt replied to a thread Looking for mando tabs for the violin in Donkey Reel in General Mandolin Discussions

It is flop eared mule...all I’ve found is standard notation... Tab is here https://www.mandolincafe.com/tab/flop.txt

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Apr-10-2021, 10:05pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Collings Vs. Northfield Vs. Kelley in General Mandolin Discussions

Well, you made a great choice. Congratulations! They are all tremendous and it depends on your own taste and music style. Sight unseen, I would...

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Apr-10-2021, 8:37pm

MontanaMatt replied to a thread forearm / elbow pain in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

It’s not just tension that can cause injuries, but wrist, thumb and finger angle can create adverse pressures in tendons.

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Apr-10-2021, 11:11am

MontanaMatt replied to a thread Collings Vs. Northfield Vs. Kelley in General Mandolin Discussions

In my personal opinion, under your criteria of equal pricing, I’d get the one from the solo builder. Then you have a unique piece of acoustic...

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Apr-09-2021, 11:14am

MontanaMatt replied to a thread Price Case with an odor. in Equipment

Did you use “real” charcoal? Isn’t the manufactured stuff full of petrochemical?

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Apr-09-2021, 10:57am

MontanaMatt replied to a thread forearm / elbow pain in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

If you’re self taught, consider having a pro (Teacher) examine your technique. You might be using your body in the wrong position, resulting in...

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Apr-08-2021, 4:26pm

MontanaMatt replied to a thread stand or sit? in General Mandolin Discussions

Performance is always standing. When I sit and play I find the position less comfortable, and/or find myself having poor posture unless I’m in...

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Apr-08-2021, 4:23pm

MontanaMatt replied to a thread Price Case with an odor. in Equipment

You might try odor absorption product. I have some lava rock product called Gonzo Odor Eliminator, it has worked for musty smells, is available...

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Apr-08-2021, 11:08am

lflngpicker replied to a thread McClung Armrest in Equipment

This mountain scene is gorgeous! Man!

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Apr-07-2021, 9:35am

MontanaMatt replied to a thread Songs/tunes that drive our partners (and families) crazy! in General Mandolin Discussions

My wife hates Banks of The Ohio...I see her point, petty jealousies and murder.

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Apr-06-2021, 6:58pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread One versus two-piece backs in General Mandolin Discussions

Glassweb, I am glad you posted. You have more experience than many, being around here 17 years! I didn’t know those back seams separate, but I have...

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Apr-06-2021, 2:53pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread One versus two-piece backs in General Mandolin Discussions

Beautiful!

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Apr-06-2021, 2:52pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Blue Chip pick for oval hole mandolin in Equipment

The V Pick Saga is one of my favorite mandolin picks. It is a blue, round triangle and 1.5 mm thick. Brings out a warm but snappy tone. Not my go...

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