That ring repair was awesome! Cool tool and concept.

As usual, thanks for your videos ! I'm a guitar/mandolin maker, but it's always interesting to watch other instrument makers work :)

@maestrokimon

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words Julien!

That clamp removal got me laughing XD

@maestrokimon

3 жыл бұрын

Some times we have to skip the boring parts! and a laugh is always good!!!

You are a genius. This idea with the ring is great.

@maestrokimon

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Fantastic tools.

@maestrokimon

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

A very interesting combination of challenges.

@maestrokimon

Жыл бұрын

Good to hear that you liked it!

greaat work bravo

@maestrokimon

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

That metal ring makes it very quick. I normally have to graft in wood on the inside of the peg box to reinforce the repaired split area.

Thank you for the video, I thought it was a good idea to make a special block to make it easier to clamp the ribs back to the neck block.👍👍👍 I would like to purchase the tool you used to fit the metal ring in the peg box, can you please tell me where you purchased it?

Hello maestro! Please explain the function of the soul. Saludos de México

Thank you Maestro for your detailed video as always! one question, what are some tools you have Not purchased but rather made from scratch?

for your Q&A, how do you replace the violin back plate edge, after it becomes to thin from repairs?

Hi thank, what's the name of the tools than you use in the A peg?

Are you familiar with the German hopf violins I bought a very old and tired one at a estate sale and was wanting to learn more about it before I attempted to restore it.

How do I know if my bridge is in the optimal position and how can someone get the best sound out of a violin in terms of structure, not the way the instrument is played? Greetings from Chile.

Curious what the ring slot cutting tool is called specifically, so that I might acquire one as well if they're for sale somewhere. Dictum, perhaps?

@thomasmcniece5330

3 жыл бұрын

For whoever else is interested, I was able to track it down eventually with basic search terms like 'violin peg ringer'. But it seems to be somewhat of an esoteric tool.

@markuswx1322

3 жыл бұрын

@@thomasmcniece5330 The dealer gets around $250 for this tool, but it looks to be absolutely worth it. Both inside and outside pegbox cheek repairs using new wood are tedious and exacting.

Hello Maestro Kimo, I would like if you are able to tell me about the special tool that you use to fix the pegbox. I have find this only for sell in USA but not here in Europe, can you tell me something about this ? Thank you and I enjoy each one of your videos.

@maestrokimon

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Alejandra. I can definitely help you with this tool. Can you send me an e-mail? info@maestrokimon.com

Did you apply something to the areas of the Academia Cremonensis inside form in the area of the blocks before you glued the blocks on? I've occasionally had problems getting blocks off of a form. Heard a recommendation to apply a little spirit varnish to the form first. Tried it; then the blocks didn't stick well enough.

@maestrokimon

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Ron. No I didn't but I understand what you mean. It is a matter of putting just the write amount of glue. I have had a couple of time the that block comes of as I'm working on it (so, not enough glue) and times that a small part of the block remained on the mold.

H have peg ringer too, but i Just haven't use them

@maestrokimon

3 жыл бұрын

It's a beautiful tool! Just wait for the opportunity!

There is an oval shaped light spot on the inside of the back near the tail block. Is that a cleat/patch?

@maestrokimon

3 жыл бұрын

Yes there were a couple of patches, older repairs.

What glue do violin makers use?

@maestrokimon

3 жыл бұрын

Mostly warm rabbit or fish glue.

What are the most essential tools needed to make a violin?

@whigwood

3 жыл бұрын

Clever hands and patience!

Material question - What do you think about carbon fiber as instrument material? Do you have experience repairing/setting instruments made from CF? I understand potential problems with spruce top and other softer wood parts but do you think maple and ebony being more hard/heavy could be substituted? (CF is almost twice as heavy as ebony but has order of magnitude more stiffness). Not a bow instrument maker or player but interested in process of building string instruments, materials and their interactions. Great videos by the way.

@maestrokimon

3 жыл бұрын

Interesting question! I'll think about it!

@ronwhitehead3824

2 жыл бұрын

I have used carbon fibre in makeing accustic guitars and 2 cellos and it works very well with weight and sound. Not affected by weather like wood. But it has it's draw backs because there are a few chemicals involved.

Question. What is your opinion on “relic’ing” new violins?

@maestrokimon

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry? What does “relic’ing” mean?

@alanmorris8783

3 жыл бұрын

maestro-Kimon sorry, must have the wrong word! I mean where violin makers deliberately age instruments. Including denting, scratching and ageing the finish.

@hankwangn

3 жыл бұрын

I personally think antiquing is silly when it involves making the varnish look completely worn out. But the first scratch that you add to your own instrument doesn't feel as bad when there are already a few scratches from the maker. :)

Why Maestro has your glue pot got two sides???😳

@maestrokimon

2 жыл бұрын

One side for the glue and one for warm water to clean your brush!

@Jeff034

2 жыл бұрын

@@maestrokimon thank you - very nice!

You ask for questions. I believe that you have a daytime job in a luthier workshop and you run this channel and work for other clients from your attic. How do you manage this?

@kendyboston4225

3 жыл бұрын

With respect I think your question is a little intrusive . I find Maestro Kimon's videos highly professional and informative .

@maestrokimon

3 жыл бұрын

No offence taken here! I will talk about it in the Q&A.