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This is an old revision of this page, as edited by 71.58.74.4 (talk) at 02:21, 26 June 2018 (→Is peg dope beneficial). The present address (URL) is a permanent link to this revision, which may differ significantly from the current revision.

The Geared pegs section has no references and does mention specific events that hopefully can be sourced. Does anyone have sources for this passage?

zithers & harps?

What about the tuning pins used with any number of instruments, from the autoharp to the piano? Though these need to be wrench-turned, the principle is identical to the friction peg.

I'm also unsure how a "tuning peg" differs from a "friction peg."
Weeb Dingle (talk) 06:32, 17 April 2018 (UTC)[reply]

Is peg dope beneficial

The current draft of the article asserts unambiguously that using peg dope on a sticking or slipping peg is beneficial for the instrument. My (limited) understanding is that luthiers are not unanimous on that point. For example, in http://stringsmagazine.com/a-primer-on-pegs/, it is stated that "Used in excess, [peg dope] builds up, hardens, and increases wear, which is why some people recommend avoiding it. Some shops recommend a liquid called Peg Drops for slipping pegs, while others advise against it." I would welcome an edit of the article regarding this point by someone who has more expertise than I do. 71.58.74.4 (talk) 02:20, 26 June 2018 (UTC)[reply]

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