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Re: Tuning Rings

Author: TomS
Date: 2017-05-24 18:11

I like using tuning rings ... at the barrel, center joint and sometimes the MP. They help prevent water from collecting in the joint gap, assure a repeatable "pull" amount and improve mechanical stability. As far as tuning ... not sure ... for very large pulls, I suspect the gap may have some acoustical artifacts.

I think the original Moennig barrels had a deep socket for the MP, leaving a substantial internal gap. (??) So ... maybe designed as a system, incorporating a gap might even be a good thing?

I have found that most tuning rings do not fit precisely in the joint socket, leaving it to shift and partially block the bore (maybe a few thousandths of an inch ...). IMHO, tuning rings need to be custom fitted to each instrument.

Tom

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