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Old 06-14-2019, 02:28 PM
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Originally Posted by mameha1977 View Post
The only thing I did this time different to normal was I applied a tiny amount of linseed oil to the nut (to prevent slipping/cracking noise when tuning) and also the bridge where ball end strings fit in.
I believe Linseed oil, especially boiled or with additives is NOT a lubricant, but rather a wood/leather/etc. preservative which hardens when exposed to air. It’s used to seal and protect wood as it hardens, not a lubricant. I wouldn’t use it in the way you describe.

Last edited by gmel555; 06-14-2019 at 02:35 PM.
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