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    I use a less aggressive solvent like mineral...

    I use a less aggressive solvent like mineral spirits. Apply it to the exposed edge and give a few minutes for it to work. Insert a putty knife and try to pry open the joint a little. Apply more...
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    I use a cheapo Sears shop vac but with the...

    I use a cheapo Sears shop vac but with the optional paper bag. Buy one when they go on sale.
  3. I just looked at the Dampp Chaser and the...

    I just looked at the Dampp Chaser and the dehumidifier part of it seems to work by heating up the air. In my opinion, this is not an effective method of dehumidification. Hot air just has less...
  4. The best environment is a stable humidity and...

    The best environment is a stable humidity and temperature. I keep my shop at 45% relative humidity. Most of the time I have to use a de-humidifier to achieve this. I never have to add humidity...
  5. It's similar to leather dye. Basically analine...

    It's similar to leather dye. Basically analine dye in an alcohol base. I used to work for a luthier supply place and the stuff was called Ebonholzabize (probably wrong spelling).
  6. Bob makes it sound like he is doing this for the...

    Bob makes it sound like he is doing this for the benefit of all luthiers to have a reliable supply of ebony, even if it isn't pure black. But my impression is that he is cornering the market which...
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    When I started building and repairing guitars...

    When I started building and repairing guitars back in the mid 70's the very first tool I bought was a quality machinest's 18" rule. I still use it as my main reference. The 18" length is perfect...
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    I have been using an 18" aluminum carpenters...

    I have been using an 18" aluminum carpenters level for 30 years to level frets. Works great. I would imagine that the Bostitch is plenty flat enough. Hold an accurate straight edge up to it and...
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    If the frets are hammered into a too-tight fret...

    If the frets are hammered into a too-tight fret slot, it will force the fretboard to do a back bend. You can pull the frets out, widen the slots with a wider fret saw, and reinstall the frets. ...
  10. A solid rosewood body will sound very bright and...

    A solid rosewood body will sound very bright and thin, which may not be what you want. You can actually get a more full sound with a lighter, yet resonant wood like mahogany, walnut, ash, or alder. I...
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    My wife was always asking, "Is it done yet?" ...

    My wife was always asking, "Is it done yet?" Finally, one day I said, "Honey, I will never be done. I may finish one project but I will have already started three more". It only took using this...
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