Some common acoustic repair work
Partial refret 
first 6 frets are very grooved 
The Stew Mac “Jaws” fret press is a very effective tool 
Smooth fret ends 
are very important. 
1970 Martin D-35 
Poorly glued bridge 
Common with less expensive import guitars 
Cleaned and leveled surfaces… 
Proper clamping pressure is vital for a lasting glue joint 
1970s Guild…neck reset… 
…partial refret… 
…and set up with new Tusq saddle 
I also make high quality bone nuts and saddles 
Worn frets… 
…prepped board ready for… 
…stainless steel frets 
I have developed a special process 
for prepping and installing stainless steel frets 
Customers love the results!
Acoustic with major crack damage
customer dropped a heavy weight on his guitar 
major structural damage 
Stabilizing top damage 
reinforcing cleats & reglued bracing 
finishing is always the hardest part… 
I used a precatalyzed lacquer made by Mohawk as a top coat. It blended well with the original finish… 
The damage is still visible, but the customer was very happy with the outcome and gave us a very positive review. The guitar is structurally sound and will provided years of service.
