Small parts

After applying the 3rd layer of varnish it's time to prepare and collect the smaller parts.

My first set of strings (Nylgut, string lengt 645 mm, E-tuning)

1. 0.42 (or 0.44)
2. 0.54
3. 0.70
4. 0.85
5. 1.12
6. 1.45 (wound or 'solid' nylgut

Instead of turning the tuning pegs I've decided to order prefabricated rosewood violin pegs from Dick.

It's the 1/8 violin model. The thinnest available just the right length.

Definitely not the most appropriate design for a vihuela, but an easy way to get the instrument ready.

I made the pegs a bit thinner and the edges sharper. (Don't like the soft, sanded form very much)

(left the 'enhanced' version)