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Fretting Hand Index Finger Nail Length...


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Hi Everyone!

 

I find that in order to keep clear of the high E string when playing a chord in first position (such as a C chord), not only do I have to come down with my index finger nearly vertical on the B string just below it, but the nail has to be trimmed way back, to the point where there is almost no white edge. I would say it has to be trimmed back every 5 days. I don't have this problem with the other fingers, because the tip is solid well past the nail's edge.

 

Is this typical for a lot of you guys? Do you frequently have to trim back the index finger?

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I actually don't ever have that problem since I incessently bite my nails. But I do wear down my other hand because of how much I strum with my index fingernail.

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Originally posted by sonrise

I keep clippers in all my cases, because if I feel my fingernail on the fretboard at all, it freaks me out...



I keep one on my keychain. I have longer nails on my right hand for fingerstyle playing. Occasionally, there might be a small tear on one and keeping the clippers on me at all times helps to keep damage in check at all times.:)

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