Recent content by Randy Shelton

  1. Randy Shelton

    For Sale La Bella 7710 Strings

    How about fifty bucks shipped to lower 48?
  2. Randy Shelton

    For Sale Red Label Super Sensative Strings(2 sets)

    Two sets, one with an extra G string. Both sets slightly used. They came with a recently purchased bass. $25 per set or $40 for both. Shipping included to lower 48. PayPal
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    For Sale La Bella Rope Core Flat Wound bass strings, Set No. RC610

    Virtually brand new in the box set of La Bella RC610 rope core Flat wound strings. Shipping included to lower 48. $40 OBO
  4. Randy Shelton

    For Sale La Bella 7710 Strings

    La Bella 7710 black tape wound strings. The D and E strings new within the last year and have never been played. The G and A strings are used but in good condition. Shipping to lower 48 included. International shipping billed at cost. $50
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    SOLD Spriocore Strings

    I'll take them if they are weich or mediums.
  6. Randy Shelton

    Double Bass 1944 Kay Bass is an "Ugly Duckling"

    The 1944 Kay is done. Thanks for the words and encouragement. What Salcott had to say……."Listen with your ears, not your eyes" made the most sense to me. I repaired the neck, replaced the bridge, nut, saddle, sound post, refinished the neck, pegbox and fingerboard that were painted...
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    Double Bass 1944 Kay Bass is an "Ugly Duckling"

    1944 Kay M-1 Bass, "The Ugly Duckling"……Renamed "BOOMER" Here's the deal. This bass is setup well, plays and sounds like a Kay. It is just plain UGLY! The overall condition of the bass is wonderful with one exception. In the past someone refinished it, possibly using a chainsaw...
  8. Randy Shelton

    Double Bass Protective Coating

    Thanks to those who replied.I will make a few test samples today.
  9. Randy Shelton

    Double Bass Protective Coating

    I have an autographed 1974 Engelhardt double bass. It was signed with a Sharpie by Bill Monroe in 1995. I would like to preserve the signature by coating over it. Lacquer may cause trouble, sanding to allow varnish to bond is out of the question. Any suggestions? TIA, Randy