GUILD head-stock resto. - FRETS.NET2024-03-29T05:50:59Zhttps://fretsnet.ning.com/forum/topics/guild-head-stock-resto?commentId=2177249%3AComment%3A141698&x=1&feed=yes&xn_auth=noSaving the inlays would be gr…tag:fretsnet.ning.com,2015-01-07:2177249:Comment:1416982015-01-07T17:21:00.242ZRobbie Collinshttps://fretsnet.ning.com/profile/RobbieCollins
<p>Saving the inlays would be great if possible. I used a second-best method when I repaired a 50s Hofner archtop whose G-clef plastic fascia has melted. After months of looking I found a replacement at a UK site ($150) but when I got the measurements it was the wrong size. So, I laminated a piece of ebony to the headstock, created a replica Hofner G-Clef logo on Adobe Illustrator and had a decal printed on a dye sublimation printer using gold ink. Sprayed with amber lacquer it looked pretty…</p>
<p>Saving the inlays would be great if possible. I used a second-best method when I repaired a 50s Hofner archtop whose G-clef plastic fascia has melted. After months of looking I found a replacement at a UK site ($150) but when I got the measurements it was the wrong size. So, I laminated a piece of ebony to the headstock, created a replica Hofner G-Clef logo on Adobe Illustrator and had a decal printed on a dye sublimation printer using gold ink. Sprayed with amber lacquer it looked pretty good. The owner was very pleased.</p> Hi Keith.
Those old D-50's ar…tag:fretsnet.ning.com,2015-01-05:2177249:Comment:1413682015-01-05T20:31:59.207ZPaul Verticchiohttps://fretsnet.ning.com/profile/PaulVerticchio
<p>Hi Keith.</p>
<p>Those old D-50's are some sweet instruments, especially for performing. The issue you describe is not unusual for Guild instruments of that vintage.</p>
<p>The issues you describe requires more than a DIY approach to repair/restore.</p>
<p>My best advice is to get the instrument to a qualified repair person. For them, this should be a relatively routine job. He or she could also detail the options available to you.</p>
<p>Understanding also that you may not have access to a…</p>
<p>Hi Keith.</p>
<p>Those old D-50's are some sweet instruments, especially for performing. The issue you describe is not unusual for Guild instruments of that vintage.</p>
<p>The issues you describe requires more than a DIY approach to repair/restore.</p>
<p>My best advice is to get the instrument to a qualified repair person. For them, this should be a relatively routine job. He or she could also detail the options available to you.</p>
<p>Understanding also that you may not have access to a qualified repairer, any further advice from this forum will require several clear photos of the headstock showing the delamination/deterioration and a clear shot of the inlays.</p>
<p>I'm sure some clear photos will generate many responses & options for you to consider.</p>
<p>:)</p>