thanks for the advice i apretiate it. decided to replace i couldnt stand the lower gauge strings i had on since i put them on. i tend to try and keep atleast 2 spare sets but that might become a issue now in this lock down ive got one spare set left got to be carefull now dont know how long it will be before i can go to my local shop. so hope i dont snap these that are on becuase i love the gague they are in. yet again thanx for the advice.