Martin D-16RGT
Loose bindings being glued up...
Before
Before
Loose brace. Both ends of the same brace were loose
Brace being glued
Before
Original bridge
Saddle to be lowered!
Top being lowered by planing
Target amount of wood removed and sanded
Bridge pin relief extended. Bridge is sanded smooth and oiled
Modified bridge in action
Ideal break angle with the extended bridge pin relief to maintain a good volume despite a low saddle
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After
Before
After
After
Restored