OT Instrument Repair

1/10/07, 6:33 PM #1

ken
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OT Instrument Repair

Ken

>My nephew has a bazuki, a stringed instrument, that has been repaired but left with a lousy finish. Due to the length of time it took to get the repair done, over 6 months, he is hesitant to take it back. He has asked me if I could touch up the finish. It is a little rough, not smooth as the original surfaces. I have never worked on an instrument before and am a bit nervous about doing it.

I have been putting this off since Christmas and he just called to ask if it is done.

My question is how to properly/safely smooth out the repaired areas?

If anyone has any experience in this area or can suggest a place to go for the information it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Ken

Re: OT Instrument Repair

1/10/07, 6:49 PM #2

Bruce, a MN Galoot
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Re: OT Instrument Repair *LINK*

Bruce, a MN Galoot

>A couple guys here will likely chime in pretty soon, but for starters, try the Musical Instrument Makers Forum

Bruce

MIMF

Re: OT Instrument Repair

1/10/07, 6:50 PM #3

Bruce, a MN Galoot
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and... *LINK*

Bruce, a MN Galoot

>I can't seem to figure out how to put two links in the same msg., So go to frets.com

frets.com

Re: OT Instrument Repair

1/10/07, 8:17 PM #4

Joe
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Homestead Finishing maybe?

Joe in a Cleveland suburb

>Hi Ken.

I can't really help, but I can suggest contacting Jeff Jewitt. Check out his forum.

I would think his forum would be a good place to get help on repairing a finish. As well as WC of course!

Good luck.

Joe

Re: OT Instrument Repair

1/10/07, 10:30 PM #5

Dan Donaldson
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Or Michael Dresdner

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>Michael has been involved with various musical instrument companies and may have some good insights for you.

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I have been woodworking for about 25 years now, and would consider myself an enthusiastic amateur. My claim to fame (or infamy) has always been fixing stuff. I spent time in the Air Force in the 60's then went to work as an electronic technician for civil service. I finally got my EE, and being fed up with the civil service nonsense, took a job with Ford Motor Company until I went with the split to Visteon last year. I got interested in music and started playing in a bluegrass band. I wanted a new guitar, and that kind of led me into woodworking. I bought some books, a few tools, and built a guitar. Luckily, I didn't know any better than to try that as a first ever project. I still play it when I get a chance, so it must not be too bad if it can live for over 20 years. After a stint in Mexico for my job, I moved into a new house and built a small shop. Since then I have been collecting tools and skills, probably more of the former than the latter ;-). Finding this site has done more for my skills and enjoyment than anything else. I have learned a lot and really enjoy the friendships that I have made here. I have been married to LOML (Lori) for 32 years now and have 6 kids. When they are all gone, I want to get a 1 bedroom house (so there is not room for them to move back in) and at least a 6 car heated/air conditioned garage for a shop. (Dream on...)

Re: OT Instrument Repair

1/10/07, 11:02 PM #6

Ellis Walentine
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Probably lacquer, but...

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>...maybe not. I agree with the Dresdner suggestion and have forwarded your note to Michael. I know he will want to know what the original finish is, and what, if any, finish was applied over it after the repairs were made. If you can figure out any of this information, post it here.

Ellis Walentine, Host

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