Micro Mesh

[The Blacksmith]

I use a product that you may not be aware of.

Micro Mesh makes an ultra fine sanding paper that ranges from 1500-12000 grit.
It is available is squares mounted on foam and sold at work working stores.

I use it at the very end of making a reed to smooth out any irregularities in the scraped area and to thin the very tip of the reed.

I always end up with a tiny "speed bump" at the very tip of the reed and this removes it safely.

Tim

[PJ]

Where do you get it?

[The Blacksmith]

Lee Valley tools sells it in Canada, Amazon sells it in the US.
I have seen it for sale at wood shows.

There is a kit with a couple of each pad.

Works great on plastic, hard wood turnings ,etc.

Tim

[fancypiper]

The local auto parts store here sells wet/dry sandpaper up to 2000 grit. I polish the 2" in the center of the slip with this until it shines.

[reedmasters]

Thanks guys! Always looking for good tips like these.