Gmoney
Well-known member
Not sure if this fits best here or in the Luthier's Lounge, but. I swapped a uke for a vintage Martin 0 (20's or 30's) & LOVE IT. The OP clearly mentioned the fact that as is true for many old ukes, the bridge string slots are pretty chewed up from age & steel strings (most likely). At any rate, I thought I'd ask how I might go about building up the bridge a bit (if possible) or if just trying out beads on the strings would be the way to go to get the strings to stay on w/o causing any further damage. I LOVE the uke, very happy w/the trade. Here's a shot of the bridge showing the condition.
Is this something a luthier can help make a bit more stable? I have a great local luthier who I will take it to if it seems that there is something that can be done to improve it w/o devaluing the instrument.
Is this something a luthier can help make a bit more stable? I have a great local luthier who I will take it to if it seems that there is something that can be done to improve it w/o devaluing the instrument.