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​TOOLS
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​folding reed knife $26

This convenient folding reed knife uses disposable utility blades so you never have to sharpen it.  There is a blade compartment built right into the knife which holds five spare blades so you are never without a sharp knife!  The handle is cushioned for a comfortable feel while trimming the reed.  The knife fits easily in a tool pouch or instrument case.

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steel ruler  $4.50  
Perfect for reedmaking; this is a 6" steel ruler   
imprinted with 1/32-inch markings.  The ruler also has   
centimeter markings on the reverse side.   

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Swiss-pattern flat file  $28

This precision reedmaking file has teeth that are cut deep enough
so that cane residue does not clog up the file easily.  Use it for
overall adjustment of the blade, sides, and tip area
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​Swiss-pattern round file  $24  

This round file is useful for removing small bits   
of cane from inside the tube area of the reed.   


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 sandpaper (10 pieces)  $1.40
 (220, 400, or 600 grit)


 This sandpaper comes in convenient 2" x 1-3/4" pieces perfect for making
 minor adjustments to the 
tip, blade, and tube of the reed.  220-grit is useful for
 dry beveling and rough sanding of a thick reed blank; 400-grit is for overall
 sanding of the blade when first starting the trimming process; 
600-grit is
 for fine-sanding the tip and blade area of a finished reed.


 When ordering, please specify 220, 400, or 600 grit.              

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heat-shrink tubing  $1.80   

A quick and easy way to "wrap" the tube area of the reed blank.   
Simply cut a piece of the tubing to length (based on the length of   
your particular reed blank), slip the tubing over the back of the reed   
up to the 2nd wire, and hold it over a match or lighter flame while   
rotating.  The tubing will instantly shrink snugly around the reed   
creating a perfect seal; no further wrapping is necessary.   

Each order consists of one 12" length of tubing (red color), enough for 18 reeds.
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​Coil of 21-gauge soft-brass wire  $2.25

Have a supply on hand for those times when a wire breaks on your reed.  This coil contains
12 feet, enough for 48 reeds.



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  reedmaking pliers  $19   

​These pliers are perfect for adjusting the shape of the wires    
on your reed.  You can also use them for tightening the wires as    
they become loose over time.  The inside area of the jaws are    
scored for a tight grip of the reed's wires.    
 
   These pliers have built-in wire cutters and are small enough    
to fit in your bassoon case! 
  

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 sanding stick for adjusting reed blades  $11  

​  The sanding stick allows you to remove small amounts of cane in specific
   places on the blades using a very thin strip of 600-grit sandpaper.  The                   sandpaper is in the form of a belt which can be rotated around the stick.  
 ​ This allows you to always have a new piece of sandpaper in which to trim.
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​replacement sanding belts  
for sanding stick
$14  

​package of 5 belts, 600-grit   
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ACCESSORIES
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pack of non-gummed rolling papers  $3.20

Great for blotting pads dry during rehearsals and performances.  
These papers also help to eliminate gurgles that can occur under
the left thumb key pads (on the wing joint). 



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​Desert Rose Reeds hexagonal soaking cup  $5.95  

  This compact 2-ounce soaking cup fits easily in your case.  It has a   
unique hexagonal shape and is made of glass.  A metal lid is included. 
 

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Desert Rose Reeds cactus-themed soaking cup  $2  

This unique reed soaking cup is small enough to fit  
in your case.  It made of acrylic and holds 2 ounces of water.
  


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​reed soaking cup with lid and music stand clip  $12  

This is the classic 2-ounce cup used by bassoonists for decades.  It is   
made of plastic and comes with a lid that creates a tight seal.   
 Also included is a music stand clip that fits Manhassett stands.   


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reed soaking cup with lid (no music stand clip)  $7  

This is the classic 2-ounce cup used by bassoonists for decades.  It is  
made of plastic and comes with a lid that creates a tight seal.  


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precision screwdriver set  $8

This precision screwdriver set is perfect for fixing
keywork problems on stage and in the pit.

The screwdriver set is compact in design
(about 4-1/2 inches in length) with a
non-slip cap that holds 7 driver bits inside.

Bits are placed in the receiver socket
​and held in place by a magnet.

Available in red, blue, or charcoal.


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 precision key oiler  $7  

​  Chances are your instrument's keywork is in need of oiling right now.
  This precision key oiler allows you to place an exact amount of oil in
  the area that you need.  It is shipped with a quantity of oil of the
  correct viscosity for bassoon keywork.  
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​spring hook  $10.95  
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The bassoon has many thin steel wires called  
    springs that are attached at various points  
​in the keywork.  These springs are set  
​ in specific ways to keep keys open or closed.  
​It is common for springs to become detached  
   from their set point and cause a pad or key  
     to malfunction.  


​This bassoon spring hook is the perfect tool for hooking and unhooking springs on your bassoon.  It is small   
enough to keep in your instrument or reed tool case.  You should never be without a spring hook.  
 
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​Bassoon Bonanza! t-shirt $18

One-of-a-kind shirt with the Bassoon Bonanza! logo boldly imprinted on the front!  Purchase the shirt and help support our summer workshop.

Available in two colors, deep blue and light grey; adult sizes S  M  L  XL


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 Barking Basset
 Bassoon Band t-shirt  $22
  


  Another one-of-a-kind shirt!  
  The Barking Basset Bassoon Band  
  is known for its regularly
  occurring 
concerts in Tulsa,
  Oklahoma.  In December of each
  year, the group comes together
  to become the world's largest
  Christmas bassoon band!

  The purchase of this shirt supports
  our Bassoon Bonanza! summer
  workshop.  
Available in two colors:
  forest green and light grey;
  adult sizes S  M  L  XL



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