Klarinet Archive - Posting 000563.txt from 1997/07

From: deerich@-----.net
Subj: Re: aching hands/ lettering
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 1997 21:33:53 -0400

Chad Beberniss wrote:
>
> I have a Recital clarinet and I think it is doing a number on every part
> of my hands and wrists. I get sharp pains after playing awhile. Is there
> any neckstraps for clarinets on the market? This might sound kind of gay
> but can somebody tell me if a repair man reink(might not be a proper
> term) the gold on the lettering if it fades out?
>
> Thanks,
> Chad
>
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Yes there are neckstraps available. The Woodwind and Brasswind carries
one style and there are others available.

Yes, you can get the gold redone as when I had my clarinet completely
overhauled, they did do that. However, it will probably flake off again
fairly soon so I really would not bother.