Thanks to all for the contributions so far, the webbing idea sounds O.K Mrs Duck, might look into that one! To take this a bit further, I believe one can play four (or three) note chords using both sides of the 'tina simultaneously. Is this true, and more to the point, is it more DIFFICULT, or LIMITING than say, being able to play three note chords on each side. If it would work reasonably well I could forget about the gammy little fingers and play using my ring fingers in the supports. I'm not wanting to play fast stuff,or become the next big thing on the folk scene, just to accompany a few slow to medium paced songs. Further advice appreciated.

Regards and thanks

Andy