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07-19-2015, 10:42 PM
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Old capo repair
I got this old capo from my great Uncle. My guitar teacher says it's from the 50s, and it's brass. Works great, and I put new cork on the cross bar, but the cork did not last long.
I was wondering if I could get some suggestions for alternatives to the cork. How about a rounded piece of ebony or bone glued on there? Anyone try something like this before? I have a great luthier nearby, so I'll bring it to him. Thanks! 
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07-20-2015, 12:22 AM
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I'd go with leather - vintage appropriate and durable, but not, alas, "vegan."
Oh, and stick it on with some Barge Cement.
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07-20-2015, 02:01 AM
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Thanks for the suggestion - I remembered I had an old belt I could use. I have some Gorilla glue, but I'm starting with the Elmers. I'll let the glue dry and test it tomorrow.
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07-20-2015, 01:02 PM
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I used the Gorilla glue, and now it's tight and sounding right. Thanks again for the suggestion!
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