Varnish finish - Awesome or more trouble than it’s worth?
I have been considering a varnish finish mandolin as my next instrument, but I’m starting to reconsider. Varnish finish is supposed to offer better tone, but I’m wondering does it has decent durability, or does it have to be babied?
Can I keep an arm rest on a varnish finish mandolin 24/7, or do I have to take it off after I’ve finished playing? Same for a clip on tuner? Will leaving a clip on tuner on the headstock mar the finish?
Eastman MD-514 (F body, Sitka & maple, oval hole)
Klos Carbon Fiber (on order)
And still saving my nickels & dimes & bottle caps & breakfast cereal box tops for my lifetime mandolin.
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