Joseph Liu Posted April 5, 2002 Report Share Posted April 5, 2002 Hi everyone! I just started posting last week after visiting for several weeks. I am a repairer/maker in L.A. Here is a question I have. I used a set of Otto Tempel boxwood pegs on my first violin several years ago. I remembered the boxwood pegs seem quite soft (the e string left deep impressions on the peg after a couple of days) and the wood looked different from other sources (Gotz, Harmonie or cheaper brands). I am thinking about getting some fossil ivory boxwood pegs from Otto Tempel. The prices are quite good for ivory collared pegs. I was wondering if it was just that particular set I used that was softer boxwood, or if most boxwood pegs from Otto Tempel are softer. Has anyone used Otto Tempel boxwood pegs before? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted April 7, 2002 Report Share Posted April 7, 2002 Anybody? The Otto Tempel fittings can be seen on the SVS Tonewoods site. They're very nice looking accessories. I had ruled out boxwood for my violin's impending "makeover" because of the poor color match, but have been toying with the idea of using the Tempel fittings because of their richer orange-red stain. (not to mention the much nicer shape of the heart pegs) Any impressions of their quality from those who have used them would be much appreciated. Rat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffrey Holmes Posted April 8, 2002 Report Share Posted April 8, 2002 I've used the Temple pegs in the past and did not notice that they were any softer than other boxwood pegs available presently.... but I'm sure they must vary a bit as the wood supply changes. Best to all, Jeffrey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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