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Rhythm Patch Nickel Plated Steel Thimble, Dome Top, Round Collar, 14 mm
Rhythm Patch Nickel Plated Steel Thimble, Dome Top, Round Collar, 14 mm
Best for steel rubbing surface.
  
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  • Durable Nickel Plated Steel: Strong, medium weight, resists corrosion.
  • Dome shaped striking face excellent for washboards.
  • Traditional dome style preferred by generations of washboard players.
  • Economical Price
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Why Choose these Thimbles?
If you want economically priced steel thimbles that are strong, medium weight, resistant to corrosion, and traditionally played by generations of washboard players, then these thimbles are for you.

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Rhythm Patch Nickel Plated Steel Dome-Top Thimble, 14 mm
Strong medium weight thimbles at a bargain price.
Nickel plated steel thimbles offer you strength and medium weight, plus they resist corrosion.

block print What is a Dome-Top Thimble?
The head of the thimble is literally a dome. The striking surface is the curved arc of the dome.

block print What is a Recessed-Top "Quilter" Thimble?
The head of the thimble resembles a volcano with a shallow crater. The striking surface is the hard edged cylindrical crown. The name "quilter" is derived from the craftspeople who use recessed-top thimbles for making quilts.

Tone
Our tests reveal little difference in tone between the two. But the ridged striking surface of a quilter thimble seems to produce a slightly sharper tone than a domed thimble.

Which Should You Get?
Because of the tough crown structure, a quilter will probably outlast a dome-top. But the crowned edge will likely dig a rut into a vintage tin rub board surface faster than a dome. So get a dome-top if you prefer a softer tone thimble that is kinder to your metal rub board surface. Get a quilter if you want a slightly sharper tone, and a feeling of precise control.

That's just our opinion. Tell us your experience.

How Many Thimbles do you Need?
The number of thimbles you need for each hand is a personal preference. Most players use 3 thimbles (index, middle and ring fingers). Others add a 4th thimble to their pinky. Many prefer just 2 thimbles (index and middle fingers). Some players use just one thimble (typically index or middle finger). However, many players use 4 thimbles on their fingers, plus a large 5th thimble (typically 18 mm to 20 mm) on their thumb for a "full-house" of 5 thimbles. You can achieve greater musical color with more thimbles than less. But the optimum number of thimbles depends on the musical genre, type of thimble (wood, plastic, metal, horn), your personal playing style, and ultimately—what works best for you.

What is Your Thimble Size?
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Example:
If your finger measures 50 mm, then thimble size is 16 mm (50/16).
Features
  1. Dome Top: Dome shaped striking face excellent for washboards.
  2. Durable Nickel Plated Steel: Strong, medium weight, resists corrosion.
  3. Accurate Size: Guaranteed to within .5mm (1/2 mm) in diameter at the rim.

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