Re: Cork or Neoprene?


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Posted by Chuck(G) on February 23, 2001 at 12:16:50:

In Reply to: Cork or Neoprene? posted by Gary on February 23, 2001 at 08:03:33:

I like the feel of cork, but have begun using material from some synthetic corks, which is a bit firmer than natural cork, but still doesn't have the "bounce" of rubber. It was a problem to cut "plugs" accurately (I use a very sharp plug cutter at the top speed of my drill press), but the results are very good. Lately, I've started using the stuff in piston-valved instruments with equally good results.

You have no idea how much wine I had to drink to find just the right type...


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