Tape for Bindings

johnc.marple

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Jun 17, 2024, 5:10:08 PMJun 17

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This tape is very forgiving on spruce tops after a wash coat of shellac and less troublesome when used with super glue.

I can't remember where I got it from, it's no STMAC.

Could be LMI, anyone recognize it and now of a brand name I can reorder?

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J

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John Peters

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Jun 17, 2024, 5:40:16 PMJun 17

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Commenting to get updates as I'm interested. I've been using 3M 301+ which is reasonable, however would be interested in a clear option.

Mike Imbler

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Jun 20, 2024, 5:41:26 PMJun 20

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Looks like what I use for binding with CA glue. I use Staples packing tape which I saw recommended on some forum, (perhaps here) because it is cheap packing tape and doesn't use quite as strong of an adhesive. I've used it for 10 guitars now - definitely strong enough, and if you use a hair dryer to heat it slightly when pulling it off, you won't pull any fibers.

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