Two srtips of fiber binding to match the pieces between the cocobolo and ebony are glued around the inside. This is decorative and also helps to keep the rosette together. The strips are held in place with tape and Exacto blades while drying.
‘20 Two srtips of fibre are glued around the inside and held in place with tape and Exacto blades to keep binding tight to circle’
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