Test Blows

[Ron Nossaman]

>I think the general way stability is taught is backwards:  i.e., tune soft
>and test with a few hard blow.  For the best stability I think you should
>tune with hard blows and then test soft where you can hear (or read) small
>deviations.
>
>David Love

I agree. Hit them firmly, and often. Do the soft listening to verify that
you've got them where you want them.
Ron N