What would be the downside of putting these strings on an old classical guitar I bought for $25. Would it cause the neck to bow?

Your guitar will be damaged on a classical with steel strings. Classical guitars necks are not built for steel they are built for nylon strings. Your neck will bow and warp

Are the first 3 strings nylon?

No, they are plain steel as in other acoustic sets. Nylon would only be found on classical sets.

What would be the best string size to use on a used acoustic guitar to be played by a 9 year old boy?

The lighter the guage...the easier to bend. The easier to bend...the harder to control. Since its an acoustic guitar, i would start with 10's ...try .10 to .46. Thats a pretty standard guage. He should be able to tell if he would like a smaller guage in which case go to 9's. Better yet....take him to a guitar shop and let him try some different guage strings. If hes just strumming, he may like the 10's. When hes ready for more sophisticated play, and until his hands get larger and stronger, he may need the 9's. Happy playing!

Can I put nylon strings on a guitar that use to have metal?

You can. You will need to do a neck adjustment to makeup for the lower tension. These strings are metal that the question was asked under.

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Ernie Ball Earthwood 12-String Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, 9-46 Gauge (P02153)

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Brand
Ernie Ball
Color
12-String
Instrument
Acoustic
String Gauge
.009
String Material Type
Phosphor

🎸12-string light gauge (9-46) for bright, balanced tone

🛡️Element Shield Packaging extends string life

🇺🇸Made in California with premium materials

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Description

🎶 Elevate your 12-string sound with strings that stay fresh and fierce!

DURABILITY MEETS FRESHNESS - Element Shield Packaging locks in freshness, ensuring strings sound new longer.
PROUDLY CRAFTED IN THE USA - Handmade in California using the finest materials for superior quality.
PRECISION 12 STRING LIGHT GAUGE - Optimized 9-46 gauge set for effortless playability and dynamic resonance.
HEX SHAPED HIGH CARBON STEEL CORE - Engineered for enhanced tuning stability and consistent performance.
RICH WARM TONE WITH CRYSTAL CLARITY - Phosphor bronze winding delivers vibrant sound that cuts through any mix.

Ernie Ball Earthwood 12-String Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings (9-46 gauge) combine premium phosphor bronze winding on a hex-shaped high-carbon steel core for a warm, rich tone with excellent clarity and projection. Packaged with Element Shield technology to prolong string life, these strings are crafted in California to ensure top-tier quality and performance for discerning acoustic guitarists.

Specifications

ASIN	B0002DUPZA
Best Sellers Rank	#61 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #7 in Acoustic Guitar Strings
Body Material Type	Phosphor Bronze
Brand Name	Ernie Ball
Coating Description	Uncoated
Color	12-String Light (9-46)
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,740)
Finish Type	Uncoated
Global Trade Identification Number	00749699121534
Included Components	12-string light gauge acoustic guitar strings
Instrument	Acoustic Guitar
Item Type Name	Acoustic Guitar Strings
Item Weight	1.6 ounces
Manufacturer	Ernie Ball Music Man
Manufacturer Part Number	P02153
Model Name	12-String Light (9-46)
Model Number	P02153
Number of Items	1
Recommended Uses For Product	Acoustic Guitar
Set Name	12-String Light (9-46)
String Gauge	.009
String Material Type	Phosphor Bronze
UPC	749699121534
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	None.

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