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Another luthier project: antique banjolele restoration | Another luthier project: antique banjolele restoration | ||
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+ | = Identified! = | ||
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+ | We have found an almost identical | ||
+ | http://theukuleleblog.blogspot.co.uk/2010/07/unknown-banjo-ukulele.html | ||
= Back Repair = | = Back Repair = | ||
+ | I used a heat gun and sharp blade to release the remaining old hide glue holding the back in place. For a quick fix of the crack I just filled it with glue. If I had more time to spend on it I would be tempted to make an invisible repair but I can always go back to that later if required. After some cleanup and sanding I simply glued it back into place with modern wood glue. | ||
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+ | = Bridge = | ||
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+ | I hand carved a bridge from a small piece of mystery hardwood that has the right colouration at least! | ||
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+ | File:Banjolele-IMAG0007.jpg | ||
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= Strings = | = Strings = | ||
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Latest revision as of 15:24, 5 February 2019
Antique Banjolele Restoration | |
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Primary Contact | Michael Erskine |
Created | 18/07/2013 |
Type | Members Project |
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Another luthier project: antique banjolele restoration
I was blessed to be given this antique banjolele to restore. Many thanks to Lionel and his long departed uncle "AB" -- I will try my best to make this beautiful instrument sing again!
Identified!
We have found an almost identical http://theukuleleblog.blogspot.co.uk/2010/07/unknown-banjo-ukulele.html
Back Repair
I used a heat gun and sharp blade to release the remaining old hide glue holding the back in place. For a quick fix of the crack I just filled it with glue. If I had more time to spend on it I would be tempted to make an invisible repair but I can always go back to that later if required. After some cleanup and sanding I simply glued it back into place with modern wood glue.
Bridge
I hand carved a bridge from a small piece of mystery hardwood that has the right colouration at least!
Strings
We are looking for a soprano set (13" scale length) of quality strings e.g. Aquila brand...
http://www.musicroom.com/se/id_no/0706267/details.html
OK, I have now purchased a set and I'm looking forward to stringing it up!