L. Luthier GA 21MC
Bridge removed
Much cleanup and matching of mating gluing surfaces
Before
After
Before
Loose brace…
After
Before
The loose brace causing an acute hump behind the bridge as structural integrity was compromised
After
Original nut
Bone selected and dimensioned, fitted, sanded and polished
Still more work to be done…
Completed
Original bridge
Shaved lower to accept a low saddle for proper playing action
Bridge lowered in height
Bridge pin relief created for good string break angle
Sanded and oiled
The lowered saddle fitted in the modified bridge
Before
After
Elixir 12-53s
Before
After
Restored