The GOOD, Bad and the UGLY

[RETROROD]

Hey all! As some of you know, I am an extreme vintage Gibson fanatic and caretaker and restorer of such. Not a trained luthier, but love attempting it.

I know when to turn it over to you pros.

I think of taking in these guitars as one would take in a stray pet.

I was offered this '63 Melody Maker at a price that I could not resist...

The GOOD: all original with the alligator case. All electronics function but need cleaning.

The BAD: the guitar has been neglected and needs cleaning and setup.

The UGLY: a rodent has chewed up some of the body and neck joints.

My question is how to best repair the chewed wood damage as pictured below...

My estimation is that up to 1/8" of wood is chewed in the deepest areas on the contours.

Any ideas or suggestions would be appreciated....really!

Rod

 

[Paul Verticchio]

Your repair looks "just right" for that guitar.  It looks cooler than if it were pristine. GREAT  job!! 

Those Melody makers were made to be played, not looked at.. GREAT platform guitars.

I like it!!!!!

[Paul Young]

That is one tasty looking guitar I must say, I don't blame the rodent at all for taking a bite, looks like chocolate to me.

[Robbie Collins]

That Melody Maker, without the chewed areas, is exactly like my very first Real guitar. My mom bought me a "Telestar" with 3/8" action at the 12th fret and this surfer dude fell in love with it and insisted I trade it for his Melody Maker..well, okay, twist my arm.

[RETROROD]

Cool Robbie! I think these bring back memories to many of us! This ones up for sale on Ebay....if you have any interest contact me....