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I've got a guy who would like ivoroid bindings instead of maple. Does anyone have any experience using Enduro-Var over ivoroid? Seems like this could be a problematic combination, but maybe not.

Thanks,
Mike

I've done two with plastic bindings. One is very well cared for and shows no issues. The other has a few small chips in the finish from inadvertent bumps to the bindings. I haven't tested how well EnduroVar sticks to plastic and like you was a bit concerned after reading the cautions on the label.

Steve

I had no problems with these plastic (celluloid) bindings, just sanded them same as the wood.
Seems to be well cared for, so I can't say how well it will stand up to knocks.
Sounds like some abuse of a test panel with binding along the edge could be in order?

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The name catgut is confusing. There are two explanations for the mix up.

Catgut is an abbreviation of the word cattle gut. Gut strings are made from sheep or goat intestines, in the past even from horse, mule or donkey intestines.

Otherwise it could be from the word kitgut or kitstring. Kit meant fiddle, not kitten.

I've applied EV to guitars bound in black and white PVC plastic with no issues. I don't know if ivroid is different material, or if that matters.


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Thanks guys. Seems like it's at least worth testing. I'm passing by LMI on a road trip. I'll pick some up and report back with test results in a few weeks.


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