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  1. Re: Kentucky KM-140 -- Loop or ball end strings?

    Loop end.
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    Re: Gator journeyman deluxe wood case.

    I have had one about a year, fits KM-606 perfectly. Well made. joe
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    Re: Do you apply oil to your fretboard?

    I have been using Finger Ease once or twice a year for 40 years. Very light coat and never any problems. joe
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    Re: Kentucky Army Navy?

    I don't have anything to compare it to, but i have one. Just bought it out of curiosity and nostalgia. It plays very well, of course i am new to the mando. but a 40 year plus guitar picker. For...
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    Re: Eastman MD404 or Kentucky KM-272?

    I have a Kentucky KM 276. Did my own setup, fit the bridge and 1/4 turn on the truss rod to take out some underbow. The frets were/are fine. I like a fairly low action, and it plays very well and...
  6. Re: Any Members In Northern South Carolina? Southern North Caroli

    Oolenoy Fri night. Pumpkin town. Locals and pretty friendly. joe
  7. Re: Differance in the Kentucky modle numbers?

    Little more info. is needed. A or F style, oval hole or F hole. Model # would be helpful. Just my opinion. joe
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    Re: Learning to set up a mando?

    Best advice i ever got was 40+ years ago. Go slow and take your time. You can't mess up anything that someone can't fix, but the faster you go the more it will cost to have it fixed. I have followed...
  9. Re: Unusual fretboard inlays -- What are these style called?

    Fleur De Lis ?
  10. Re: Repaired headstock scroll devaluation on MD315

    With the additional information, she said he bought it as a blem. which means a discount. I do have sympathy for the med condition, but it looks like it is only about $200.00 cheaper than new at the...
  11. Re: Repaired headstock scroll devaluation on MD315

    How could they not notice that? I think they were deceptive, however for the right price I could live with it, only you can determine that price. joe
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    Re: Checking in--I didn't disappear

    Wishing you well, Prayers offered. joe
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    Re: What's the final word on the KM-606?

    Well I ordered one and it's supposed to be here Thur. I think it's a step up for me. I thought i would get more quality and less bling with this one. I know it's going to need some setup, but I'm not...
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    Re: OM, What pick thickness do you use?

    I use a Golden Gate "stiff" .91mm, but i'm too new to have a valid opinion. joe
  15. Re: Kentucky KM-120 Army-Navy Special tone/playability?

    I bought one this past summer to fool with a bit. It's OK, but not great. If you're looking for an oval hole, I bought a KM-276 about 7 weeks ago and really enjoy it. It came with a pretty good setup...
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    Re: Mandolin newbie

    I am kinda like you, 40+ year guitar player. I recently got a Kentucky KM-276 oval hole. I don't really have enough experience to have an opinion, but i really like it. It has plenty of punch and...
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    Re: Mandolin Care?

    I use a 1" natural bristle paint brush to clean next to the frets. It will get under the strings from the side. joe
  18. Re: Do I round off my bridge or stop touching it?

    I do, a fingernail emery board works really well, and leaves a fairly decent finish. Just my opinion. joe
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    Re: Bridge Adjustment Question

    Due to arthritis / injury i use a small pair of needle nose pilers. If you grip it lightly you won't mar it. joe
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    Binding- searched forum

    Does the binding add any structural strength, or is it merely dressing up a mandolin? I tried to search the forum for an answer, but i guess I'm just not smart enough. I like the look of a basic...
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    Re: Kylie Kay Anderson

    I'm subscribed and amazed by her. joe
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    Poll: Re: Do you use a Tone Gard?

    Ordered one last Fri., supposed to be here today. I thought if nothing else, it would protect the back of my mandolin. joe
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    Re: Favorite mandolin playing beverage?

    Morning - coffee, mid-day - tea, evening - beer.
  24. Thread: New Member

    by Central Joe
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    New Member

    Old man, new member. Old picker, new to mandolin. In May i bought a The Loar 310F mandolin. Played pretty well after i set it up. Two weeks ago, the neck started separating. Store gave me a refund. I...
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