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Old 03-08-2014, 11:05 PM
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I have a Breedlove that I use for finger style that has a 1 3/4 inch nut and it is the only neck that size with which I feel comfortable. This guitar's neck profile is very slim so I think that makes a big difference. Every other guitar I have played I have been much more comfortable playing a 1 11/16 nut. On a larger nut I feel too much strain in the back of my hand (that doesn't have to do with thumb position) when switching between some larger chord shapes. Not realizing the guitar size and nut width I needed has caused me to make some costly mistakes, but I always had to have them at home and play them for awhile before I could figure out what was right or wrong. But it's kinda all about the journey! Spend as much time as possible with a guitar. You could even order from an online dealer that allows a 30 day return policy...GC does that also...pretty soon you'll find your comfort zone and may find out you are comfortable with both sizes.
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