thanks, TX, and thanks again for bringing the conversation back to "nickel" strings, like the Monels and JPs.....Monels have been my choice for nickel.....didn't seem to work on my 14 fret slope RW, but they were perfect for the 14 fret slope hog burst (that now resides in Hong Kong) very good match for my rhythm style...beautiful sound (and I will stop talking about it now before the "selling remorse" sets in.... I asked this nickel and RW question to see if anyone has used, or is currently using, nickel on their D55 or F50R.....the Orphs are gone, and I used a friend's J200 maple for a few days (decided not to buy), thought about the J200 Rosewood (haven't played one yet), but after some good advice from a friend, I can see an F50R coming back into my life again, so the string question came to mind.....as always, I appreciate all the responses!