Are you anticipating learning to make reeds? Here is a list of the basic supplies necessary to get started!

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Cane - gouged, shaped and folded

Double hollow ground knife

Mandrel

Cutting block

Plaques (I recommend that you have three on hand at all times_

Reed thread

Bees wax

C-clamp (small c-clamps from your local hardware store)

Razor blades (also from your local hardware)

Staples, i.e. corks (minimum of five)

Metal ruler

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These supplies are easily purchased as a package from many retailers that specialize in oboe supplies and come in an convenient carrying case. Here are some businesses who specialize in oboe retail!

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Midwest Musical Imports

mmimports.com

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RDG Woodwinds

rdgwoodwinds.com

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Hodge Products, Inc.

hodgeproductsinc.com

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Forrest Music

forrestmusic.com

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Charles Double Reeds

charlesmusic.com

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Don't want to browse the internet? The links below will direct you to oboe reed making kits that will provide all of the supplies with the exception of a c-clamp and spare razorblades. 

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http://store.mmimports.com/mmi-oboe-reed-making-kit/

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http://www.charlesmusic.com/cgi-bin/theo?action=product&product_number=4-1-150

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