Stradivarius and Guarnerius violins were considered magical to those unsatisfied by other makers. Fitting each instrument to each customer's hands was one of their greatest "secrets" of pleasing customers.
Special Note about the sun-dried boiled linseed oil because of a viewers comment and question:
- Realize that I live in the hot desert and everything dries here faster. The bottle I dipped my fingers in has been around for a few years and the top part thickens over time. When making a fresh batch, it's finished (sun-thickened) when a very thin film/layer forms on the top.
To do this, take it out each day and leave it in the sun without a lid, HOWEVER MANY DAYS THAT IT TAKES. :) I now remember that, years ago, when I lived in Salt Lake City it took as long as 2 weeks (depending upon the temperature and humidity), and don't let snow or rain get in it! = Sorry about that! This is one of the reasons why I moved my violin shop to the desert!
A special thanks to Hans Weisshaar, who was always so kind and helpful. The owner of this particular violin knew him quite well and we spent a wonderful time reminiscing about how wonderful he really was.
I have had good success with all "quality" brands of boiled Linseed oil bought at the hardware store, yet, if you're ever in doubt Woodfinishing Enterprises has been wonderful beyond belief over the years for just about anything.
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TO PURCHASE A COPY OF "TWO TREES": (You won't regret this one!)
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