Nut size advice for a beginner, should I change?

[OregonJim]

Originally Posted by Ozarkpicker

Ha! Your statement of the correlation between nut width being an issue, and the invention of internet guitar forums is probably spot on.

As one who learned how to play and was gigging with other musicians BEFORE the Internet became a thing, I can guarantee it.

[OregonJim]

Originally Posted by 100LL

I got my hands on a 1 3/4” nut guitar just yesterday. I couldn’t tell the difference, and believe me I tried.

That's what several of us tried to tell you. But at least now you've experienced it first hand (no pun intended). Good luck with the rest of your guitar journey - it will be fun!

[edman]

You’re over analyzing the situation. You have a great guitar. Your issue isn’t nut width or string spacing. It’s lack of experience and lack of skill. Keep practicing. It will get easier after you improve your skills and muscle memory sets in.

[bufflehead]

Originally Posted by 100LL

So chalk this one up to beginner fingers.

The good news is that there's a cure for that.

[Joe Beamish]

Originally Posted by edman

You’re over analyzing the situation. You have a great guitar. Your issue isn’t nut width or string spacing. It’s lack of experience and lack of skill. Keep practicing. It will get easier after you improve your skills and muscle memory sets in.

This is THE correct answer. Down the road, you may find a preference for different nut widths.