Gibson Tenor Info?

I have a regular customer who recently got into Gibson tenor guitars and has acquired several, mostly from the '30s.

I know I'll be dealing with at least a couple of TG-00s and TG-1s that will need neck sets among other standard repairs.

Does anyone have any experiences with these they wouldn't mind sharing?

Specifically the type of neck joint and where to drill for steam needle access, but any info will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

Permalink Reply by Frank Ford on March 14, 2016 at 12:02pm

I'd go for it, expecting the usual dovetail configuration, but narrower, of course.

Permalink Reply by onewent on March 14, 2016 at 7:58pm

You'll find the fingerboard extension is much thinner than a 6-string, so be careful with that when working it loose. Tom

Permalink Reply by Scott Supak on March 15, 2016 at 6:35am

Frank, Tom thanks for your replies!

I don't have any of these in the shop right now but yes, everything appears much more delicate on them.

Can I assume access to the mortise can be had beneath the first fret past the neck/body joint?

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