Mel Bay The Guitarist's Guide to Fingernails
by Rico Stover
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Author: Rico StoverEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2005-11-16
ISBN: 0786673958
Number of pages: 28
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.
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Book Review: Helped me out.
Summary: 4 Stars
I guess I can see why some folks are put off by Rico promoting his own system. But to be fair, it's a nontoxic alternative that some folks would find helpful. I'm a nurse and can't use any artificial nails. All the water and disinfectant gels I have to use at work has killed my nails over the years, so much so, that I've given up playing at times (playing with pads is not an option for me). Buying a few of the recommended products have been very helpful. Haven't broke a nail in a couple of months...a new record for me. His discussion on shaping nails is not the greatest. But he confesses that everyone is different and it's a matter of experimentation. Get the DVD Pumping Nylon for a better discussion of shaping nails. In Rico's book he mentions John Sutherlands nail abrasive kit of ultrafine grits (up to 12000 grit). In talking to my jewelist wife she said it sounded like MicroMesh. I checked it out and it sounds exactly like Sutherland's kit. Check it out. Also another tip: one of the oils mentioned in the book is an oil pen. I watercolor and you can buy a refillable watercolor pen with a soft brush end for under (...) Simply fill it with your oil of choice and you're good to go. Check out any Dick Blick or other art stores. All that said, this book has REALLY helped. It may not be the 'end all' book (or maybe it is...I haven't seen anything else like it). But it sent me down the path to healthier nails, and for (...) it's a steal.
Summary of Mel Bay The Guitarist's Guide to Fingernails
Presented in this informative text is a concise, clear picture of the fingernail, its anatomy, what affects its health, how to combat weak nail problems, how to obtain strong, healthy nails and what products to buy. Included is an analysis of all currently available artificial nail systems (acrylics, wraps, gels and glue on tips) with a discussion of the potential health risks involved. The Guitarists Guide to Fingernails also introduces a revolutionary new artificial nail system that is nontoxic, removable yet effective, with no risks to the health of your natural fingernail. An absolute must for guitarists of all kinds!Instruments & Performers Books
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