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philip4229 - Posted - 06/06/2009: 10:11:17
I was pulling my banjo out of the trunk of my car when I noticed that the handle was barely hanging on by a thread. Fortunately I caught it before it gave way. Has anyone every run into a similiar where the leather wrapped rubber handle on a Deering case ripped through where they are attached at the brackets (see attached picture)? Any help would be great.
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mjp3251 - Posted - 06/06/2009: 13:27:37
I had the same problem. Rather than mess around with the old handle, I went to a local saddle maker and had him fabricate a stronger and simpler handle for me. It only cost me $10 installed and it is strong as can be. I don't think there was a lot of thought in the design of the old handle and you are just asking for problems if you don't change it.
Jack Russel - Posted - 06/06/2009: 16:18:08
you can fix the handle in the following way:
the load bearing core of the handle is a plastic tube and the cause of failure is usually a break in the joint on this element. Slide this core through the leather binding to expose both ends of the tube, then fill each end of the tube with epoxy. Then insert an off-cut from a nylon cable tie into one epoxy-filled end of the tube before feeding the other end of the nylon into the other end of the tube. Slowly work the ends of the tube together. When the epoxy has hardened, slide the leather binding back into place
Jack
timothybiernacki - Posted - 06/06/2009: 19:00:18
I noticed that on my 1 year old TKL case (which is just like yours except it doesn't say "Deering" on it) the metal clips that hold the handle on are cutting into the handle. What a poor design! Those metal clips are SHARP and they just slice into the handle material every time the case is lifted. I thought TLK cases were supposed to be of good quality, but I am seriously disappointed in this product. I don't feel we should have to make repairs to a year old case!
BourbonBandit - Posted - 06/06/2009: 19:46:17
The handle on my Deering case was cutting through too. I wrapped a shoestring around the metal part to keep it from touching the handle. Seems to have stopped cutting through. I've seen people replace them with rope too.
theonly1hardway - Posted - 06/06/2009: 19:47:15
Maybe I got a different kind of TLK case but mine is 2 years old and is fine. The handle has pins running though on both handle ends into clips that are mounted to the case and has great balance too.
lazlo191 - Posted - 06/07/2009: 04:35:44
I used about 10 inches of 3/16 galvanized chain and two opening links and a hunk of washing machine drain hose for a unique and unbreakable handle. Makes your case very distinctive and easy to identify, that's for sure.
Brian T - Posted - 06/07/2009: 09:30:05
Saddlemaker? Good suggestion. Once got a new and very substantial handle put on a big suitcase by a shoe-repair place. They had a choice of handles in stock!
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mahlermr - Posted - 07/07/2009: 09:14:12
I have had the same exact problem with my case handle since buying my banjo in Jan. of 2009. I wrote to both Deering and Elderly Instruments and asked for some help. Let's see what they say - I will follow up witht the group.
Martin
snakeherd - Posted - 07/07/2009: 15:33:30
quote:
Originally posted by philip4229
I was pulling my banjo out of the trunk of my car when I noticed that the handle was barely hanging on by a thread. Fortunately I caught it before it gave way. Has anyone every run into a similiar where the leather wrapped rubber handle on a Deering case ripped through where they are attached at the brackets (see attached picture)? Any help would be great.
This post is such a coincidence! My handle busted yesterday (July 6) on my Deering case. I'm using my Deering case to haul my Prucha around because the Deering case is more sturdy than the TDK that came with the Prucha. Well, maybe not the handle. I'm thinking that I might just get a fat piece of rope and knot the ends. Scott
Bryan - Posted - 07/08/2009: 15:29:33
same exact problem less than 2 years old
has anyone actually contacted Deering about the problem? In the mean time , Im trying to come up with a replacement idea which wont cost me anything.
What a shocking design on a case housing such a valuable instrument
Bryan
mahlermr - Posted - 07/09/2009: 11:31:22
I contacted Deering via their website. They are replacing my handle at no charge. I heard that Deering does have a very good customer service reputation.
Martin
mahlermr - Posted - 07/09/2009: 11:32:51
I forgot to mention that they will not be sending me the same design handle, but an improved one. I will send pics of this when I receive it.
Martin
pick1936 - Posted - 07/09/2009: 22:28:27
Go to a place where the older ladies sell used clothes, and other stuff,, find an old purse made with real leather, thick handle,, take it of, and put it on the case, works great, looks O.K., and cost hardly nothing..
Nechville. In Higginsville.
pick the Classic son.
Lee Kelso
Bagie0 - Posted - 08/07/2009: 09:47:55
I have just noticed the same problem with my 2 Deering cases. I have solved the problem by making new handles from a short length of substantial chain (about 4 or 5 inches per handle will do), plus carabiner hooks which are used by rock climbers. Both items obtained from an excellent local hardware store. Total cost less than £7 sterling (under $12) and will make 4 handles. Cut the old handle off and when replacement assembled, slide the original leather cover over the chain to pad it. Job takes about 10 minutes. Make sure the hooks you get are big enough to fit over the brass brackets on the case. Pictures in my pictures if you are interested.
John.
philip4229 - Posted - 08/07/2009: 19:53:52
Thats a good idea Bagie0. I would have done that, but I sold my Deering about the time that the handle was appearing to be tearing.
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