8 to 10 mm Endpin Protectors for the Double Bass

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I want a simple push-on type rubber pin protector. My pin tip measures between 8-10mm.

This pin protector is perfect for endpins that have a tip-diameter of between 8mm and 10mm.

Does the rubber endpin protector have an internal thread or metal plate at the bottom?

No. It is purely a rubber protector in its most basic form.

How do I fit the endpin protector?

Fitting is simply a matter of pushing the protector onto the pin-tip as far as it will go.

Will a Pin Protector 810 help me make friends?

Well it might not make you close friends - but it will certainly stop you getting into trouble with the people that have to look after nicely polished wooden concert floors, ancient church floors and mum's nice new carpet.

Are there any other people that might be thankful that I use a Pin Protector 810?

Yes. When the bass is laid down on the floor - the Pin Protector 810 will prevent another musician or person being scratched - or even worse - getting their leg gashed open on a sharp tip. It is also possible that your bank manager will be a much happier person when you tell him that the Pin Protector 810 has potentially saved you borrowing a lot of money for a crack repair to the table or to a loose bottom block that was caused when your bass accidently slipped out of your hands and banged straight down onto on a hard surface - right on the unprotected tip.

Summary.

Although the Pin Protector 810 is a basic rubber boot that push-fits directly onto your endpin tip - it offers an effective solution of how to protect your instrument, people and floor surfaces from an exposed endpin-tip.

Final Analysis.

Simple, cheap, effective and very necessary on all double basses.

Stats:

Pin Protector Type: For 8-10mm diameter endpin-tips
Length: 29.4cm (average)
Diameter: 15.6cm (average)
Total Weight: 6.0gm (average)

Pin Protector 810 Price: £ 4.30