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 ARCHIVED TOPIC: Special Select JBalch Hide


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mrphysics55 - Posted - 09/20/2015:  11:22:12

Started the installation of a new 12Inch, Special Select, JBalch Goat Hide.



At first pass the tension band is riding high by 1/4 inch or more. Over the next 2 or 3 weeks I'll make a few more rounds of tightening until it stretches into place.



 



MrP




12 Inch, Special Select Hide

Initial Install

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Dan Drabek - Posted - 09/20/2015:  16:05:10

I may not choose to use hide heads on my own banjos, but I have to admit, there are no heads more beautiful than a fine goat skin.



DD


blm10jn - Posted - 09/20/2015:  17:26:24

I heard that Balch buys from Stern so why not just buy direct from Stern?

JimInAlabama - Posted - 09/20/2015:  18:20:21

yes  yes


mrphysics55 - Posted - 09/20/2015:  18:57:37

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"I heard that Balch buys from Stern so why not just buy direct from Stern?"




John provides a top notch pre-mounting service an water resistant treatment to said skins.



Sure a fellow could do it himself I guess.



But I want my heart transplant done by the surgeon who has done hundreds.


John Gribble - Posted - 09/20/2015:  19:58:17

And Stern may not sell direct to consumers or in small lots. 


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