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Re: Etched Glass Sources?

Author: WhitePlainsDave
Date: 2015-03-02 22:06

Lelia:

I not only see your point but should rightfully yield right of way to you considering this is an area I know as little about as you, and your avocation in it, must know tons about.

I like the etched glass not so much to save money on sandpaper but it's easier for me to pop my little vandoren plate of etched glass in a clarinet case, and know, unlike sandpaper, that its ability to remove reed material isn't compromised (as much) with each use.

Yes, in both cases, one must clean the gritty surface of shaved materials periodically to achieve good results--it's just that the glass lasts, while sanding via classic ATG methods involves the teardown and reassemble time/costs of the sandpaper.

In fairness, Tom Ridenour's ATG sanding block has designed contour in it that conforms to the reed contour of having its center and distance from the tip is consistent with greater thickness.

Metal of course, not to mention clarinets, finds you on "the long TSA line," when boarding planes. [wink]

I sometimes wonder if the Reed Geek product niche wasn't, for all intents and purposes, effectively created by heightened airport security, and the need to place sharps like reed knives in non-carry on luggage.

Roxann: the nail files...super suggestion....perfect thanks.

Post Edited (2015-03-02 22:09)

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