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Re: Selmer N loose tenon

Author: Chris P
Date: 2019-05-01 23:32

I build up ill-fitting tenons with superglue and wood dust, then machine them down so they fit the socket like a tuning slide on a brass instrument.

They should be a rock solid fit in the socket even without the tenon cork fitted - the tenon cork is there to create an airtight seal as well as applying the outward force within the socket to ensure the joints stay together.

Also make sure the upper tenon ring (by the shoulder) is made much wider than they usually are as that will guarantee far more stability than a narrow tenon ring.

Just adding more cork isn't going to cure the problem and can ultimately cause more harm if it's too thick and exerts too much pressure within the socket.

A wobbly tenon can also cause harm as it will put undue pressure on one side of the socket when it's at an angle and in a worst case scenario it too can crack the tenon down the front and the crack will run into the C/G tonehole.

Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.

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