I have seen the phrase "stable crack" used fairly often, often in "for sale" ads. But I confess that when I think about the phrase I have difficulty understanding just exactly what it means.
How long do I have to watch that crack before I can call it a "stable crack"?
Does a stable crack affect the musicality of the instrument? If so, in what way?
Does a stable crack reduce the structural integrity of an instrument?
Does a new crack become stable if it is glued or cleated?
Other than waiting and watching the requisite amount of time to see if the crack grows, is there some other way to determine if a crack is stable?
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