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I use both methods. The advantage to the adhesive-backed sandpaper is width. The paper I use is three inches wide. That would take a lot of tape to cover. Also, any place where the tape overlaps or...

I, too, use adhesive backed sandpaper for flattening, well, everything. I start at 80x and move up to 220x. The stuff I use is by 3M and it's available through luthier supply catalogs. It's not just...

I second that.

Additionally, by backing your sandpaper with a block you can ensure crisp and accurate shaping.

When I want the best handle possible, I will only use the belt sander for rough...