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Old 08-10-2006, 01:17 PM
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I just received my Colosi bone saddle and pins today!!! While I am currently at work, I can't wait to go back and start the sanding and prepping before putting it in my guitar.

I was just wondering if anyone has last minute tips to doing this properly that may not be noted in Colosi's instructions. Thanks and hopefully I'll be able to give a report of the tonal differences tomorrow!!!!
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Old 08-10-2006, 01:32 PM
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Take...................your.....................ti me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sanding the saddle is pretty easy and fast; however, sanding the pins is a pain and you will want to rush. Don't.
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...I was just wondering if anyone has last minute tips to doing this properly that may not be noted in Colosi's instructions. Thanks and hopefully I'll be able to give a report of the tonal differences tomorrow!!!!
Hi TKF...
Measure often, sand in small incriments. Easier than reordering.
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just remember, right when you get to the crucial point, where you think its just about right,all it takes is a little bit too much more, sanded off the saddle, and its no good. i know, because i did it.
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Hi TKF...
Measure often, sand in small incriments. Easier than reordering.
Yep, take your time.
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Measure twice....sand once....
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Well-
I was successful in installing the saddle and pins last night!!!
The guitar sounds and looks incredible. Thanks for the advice!

Hopefully, when I have more time, I can give a full report.
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