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Re: Buffet Adjustable Thumbrest

Author: Chris P
Date: 2019-01-16 23:08

The original locking screws exert an outward force on the sliding section so that will cause it to break. A much wider screw with a flat underside (as seen in the original post) which sits directly on top of the rails of the adjustable section will transmit the force straight down instead of outwards, so that's much better all round. Other makers have a similar design (Yamaha and Jupiter as well as some Chinese clarinets), except for Buffet.

Isn't it funny how Buffet like to go long term with a flawed design - it's a wonder they discontinued the E11F push-fit pillars after such a considerably short time compared to other bad ideas that have gone on for decades.

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

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