Luthier Tips du Jour Mailbag 181 - Avoiding Finish Chipping When Installing Tuners

Luthier and Instructor, Robert O'Brien, shows a tip to help avoid chipping the finish when installing tuners.
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[@jeffreydouglas351]

Thank you Robbie!

[@chipper7711]

Folks wanna overtighten the tuner peg nuts so they stay tight. Instead, use a bit of blue threadlock.