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Old 01-08-2008, 02:18 AM   #5 (permalink)
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Re: "Red Rot"...what is it & can it be rectified?

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Originally Posted by brem View Post
"Once you have Red Rot, there is nothing much you can do about it. If it is localized then you may be able to patch the part and extend its serviceable life. Otherwise, the part must be replaced."

from: About Red Rot
This is only true if the rot migrated from the inside out. If it is just surface rot, say from contact with sweaty hands, red rot can be removed . My Martin had several areas aound the neck and thumb rest that were suffering from red rot. All of these areas cleaned up.
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