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I've seen several examples of headblocks for Stradivari.  Most of these are replaced blocks which happened when the necks were lengthened.  I find inconsistencies in the width of the block.  What width are we to use? :thinking:

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*Posted May 28, 2005, 9:00 pm
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The holes for end blocks in the original Stradivari molds vary a lot, from smaller than modern to much wider, but the modern standard is around 55mm wide for the upper block, and 50mm for the lower one
Posted Jun 26, 2005, 11:53 pm
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Well, I was close.  :rolleyes:  My latest violin (actually the one I took to the workshop) had 52 mm upper block and 48 mm lower.  I am just about ready to start on your favorite, the Baron Knoop and I'll go to the 55/50 dimensions.
Posted Jun 27, 2005, 1:11 am
 
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