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Lessons, Recordings, How Tos, Repair, Accessories => Lessons, Recordings, How Tos, Repair, Accessories => Topic started by: Strumming Fool on August 22, 2019, 03:58:16 PM
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I like to keep my old and new guitars as pristine as possible as they all are used to play out. I stand when I perform, and I sometimes like the look of a tucked-in shirt. That means that I risk the back of my guitar coming in contact with my belt buckle as I play and move around on stage. Sometimes I would tuck a small piece of soft cloth around the buckle, but it looked sloppy for stage work. I searched the internet for a more elegant solution for the guitarist who wishes to prevent these types of scratches.
I found something I like below, although it is not intended for this purpose:
https://www.amazon.com/Accmor-Covers-Stroller-Support-Shoulder/dp/B07R1HW6BQ/ref=sr_1_31?crid=8A4PD8G0I6RY&keywords=car%2Bseat%2Bbelt%2Bprotector%2Bfor%2Bbaby&qid=1566503289&s=gateway&sprefix=car%2Bseat%2Bbelt%2Bprotector%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-31&th=1
Easy to put on, take off and store. Comes in different sizes and limited color choices. Just thought I'd share....
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That looks like it would do the trick. Easy to put on and take off, and to store in the guitar case.
I have also seen many gents put the buckle off to the left side(if your a right hander), rather than in the center.
I like your idea better.
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That sure looks like a great solution.
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Yes, it works really well. Now someone just has to market it as such!
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Reminds me of someone's proposal to repurpose the clips used for keeping dental bibs in place as around the neck napkin holders for whole lobster eaters in restaurants.
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Used it today at worship service - worked like a charm. Other guitarists, who spotted it on my belt, thought it was a great idea...
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Used it today at worship service - worked like a charm. Other guitarists, who spotted it on my belt, thought it was a great idea...
Brilliant solution!
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Check these out:
http://www.musiciansbelt.com/ (http://www.musiciansbelt.com/)
I have the Floral in Brown and it thoroughly does the job.
D
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Check these out:
http://www.musiciansbelt.com/ (http://www.musiciansbelt.com/)
I have the Floral in Brown and it thoroughly does the job.
D
Yes, they were part of my search, but I don't like the idea of leather or vinyl versus cloth. I've seen these materials create rub scratches on finishes. Cloth offers less resistance or friction. Besides, I can use any belt I currently own with my solution.
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I simply just spin my belt so the buckle is off to the side. Slide it back into place when done playing.
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Yes, others have mentioned the same thing, and I've done it myself in the past. Believe it or not, this method is much easier then that. The buckle cover is small, soft and flexible, and it will fit easily into any pocket or any storage compartment in a gig bag.
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Seems like a good idea. The only belts I own are all woven and a bit stretchy with small buckles. I just put the buckle over to my left as others have mentioned.
BTW, watch out for the rivets on Levi's and other jeans. They will scratch your axe, too. Also buttons and snaps on cowboy shirts. Sigh...
Play on gang
Paul
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Seems like a good idea. The only belts I own are all woven and a bit stretchy with small buckles. I just put the buckle over to my left as others have mentioned.
BTW, watch out for the rivets on Levi's and other jeans. They will scratch your axe, too. Also buttons and snaps on cowboy shirts. Sigh...
Play on gang
Paul
Good advice! My stage wear includes no button up shirts. It's tee shirts (long or short sleeve) or sweaters for me.
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This might work.
https://www.amazon.com/Timberland-PRO-No-Scratch-Buckle-Mechanic/dp/B07RV4YH3L/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=leather+covered+buckle&qid=1573956473&sr=8-7
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Yes, I've seen these, but here is my earlier response:
"Yes, they were part of my search, but I don't like the idea of leather or vinyl versus cloth. I've seen these materials create rub scratches on finishes. Cloth offers less resistance or friction. Besides, I can use any belt I currently own with my solution."
Thanks for the suggestion anyway!