Published:
2013-11-14
Updated:
2013-11-14

Learning Ukulele with Curt

Gilbert Tuners

**Gilbert Turners** are available at: www.specialtytuners.com

Main Category: Lutherie Main Instrument: Any

2013-11-14

Gilbert Tuners

**Gilbert Turners** are available at: www.specialtytuners.com Engineering Features of Gilbert Tuning Machines:
  • All major components manufactured in the USA 
  • Worm carrier slides, molded from a Teflon formula, are **engineered to eliminate all backlash and endplay** and require no lubrication 
  • Phosphor bronze roller gear for smooth operation and reduced wear 
  • Roller gear and shaft machined as one piece - eliminates the need for a gear retaining screw at the roller/shaft connection 
  • Precision stainless steel worm gear for long life and freedom from corrosion 
  • Delrin® string rollers for durability at roller to plate interface and wood to roller interface 
  • “Traditional”  mounting plates have Delrin® roller-shaft bearings to eliminate need for any lubrication
**Gilbert Turners** are available at: www.specialtytuners.com

Greg & Val Matonis 273 Hudson Street Redwood City, **CA **94062 USA Phone and fax: (650) 364-6677