karodora yeah your brother definitely picked the right guy. If you’ve ever watched Jerry’s channel. You’ve seen him rescue some real wrecks. I’ve suggested that Jerry change the “R” in RSW from Rosa to rescue string works
My dad’s guitar got a worse faith. I carried it with me in a soft case, but the icy ground got the better of me. I fell real hard. When I came to the neighbour’s and took the guitar out, the strings were at least 10 cm (4») over the wretboard... The guitar had broke... It went in the trash... My mom was SO mad at me, I’ll never forget it...☺️ So, if on ice, carry the guitar upright in front of you, or on your back, NOT by the handle along your side❗️❗️❗️😊👍
Jerry: WOW! To all the Viewers, this is my "Regal Wreck". What an appropriate name. As Jerry stated, I tried to throw this guitar away a few times, but could never do it out of respect for my Father. He never threw anything away! After watching Jerry's videos, I knew that this guitar deserved his loving touch. I knew the guitar was in bad shape, but you never know the full extent of the needed repair until you get into it in detail, as Jerry has. I can't thank him enough for these videos. I was wondering if this would be another "Not Worth Fixin", but Jerry has come through again. It is heartwarming to see an old instrument reborn. Can't wait to see the other videos, and more importantly, can't wait to get it back and play it. Thanks much.
Tom I am so glad you saved your Dad's guitar. I sadly gave away my Dads guitar a few years ago. I was moving out of state to a home with limited space. I was facing taking his guitar or mine that I bought when I was 16..I am now 59..so I decided to keep mine. Take care and enjoy the guitar when you receive it back from Jerry.
Tom. It would be really good if you could make a video of it being played either by yourself or, if you are nervous about that, someone who'd be prepared to do it. Would be great to hear more of Jerry's results!
Enjoying this one Mr. Jerry. The unthinkable happened to me this past week. I tripped and fell on the case, and put about a 5" or 6" crack in the top of my 2010 Martin D-28. I'm devastated, and plum sick about it! I'm gonna take some pics and email them to you to see what you think you would have to do. Can't wait to see this Regal finished up. Thanks for all you do sir.
Bryan Wayne Brian I'm really sorry to hear that. It hurts a lot too bust a good guitar like that. Thank you for watching my friend. I'll be glad to give you an estimate on what I would do to your guitar.
The Regal Wreck Restoration videos are my favorites on this channel. I must've watched this one two dozen times already, usually when I'm up in the early morning with my 3 month old son. I think he likes it too, as Jerry's soothing voice helps keep him calm.
Jerry, I really appreciate that you figure out just the best way of approaching tasks right in front of the camera (for us). It shows your years of experience and confidence in your abilities. My hats off to you, friend! Someone mentioned being relaxed while watching the video, I too get enjoyment and relaxation from the music and your subtle approach even to the seemingly impossible and difficult tasks. Great work!
Why am I watching this? I'm an ex Rock drummer for gosh sakes. We're gorillas and think that until the drums and bass comes in, there's no music. I hate folk music,........LOL, but this is fascinating. I do woodworking and design and make furniture so I admire and respect the excellent craftsmanship, skill and thoroughness in the repair video. Finger planes? You gotta be good to use those on thin and delicate woods. Thank God that there are still people like this to do difficult work like this. One of these guys is worth more than all the politicians and movie star celebrities put together.
I play punkrock-guitar and repair and mod electric guitars and had never even heard about the thing that is called bluegras, only in the name CBGB. But since i found Jerry Rosa on youtube i watch all his videos and even think about buying my first mandoline now. He is such a nice and talented man, its unbelievable.
This is the first video of yours that I have discovered and watched and boy am I glad that I did. You can tell straight away that you are extremely knowledgeable and genuinely care for your craft. I came over from @twoodfrd channel and you two are the best that I've found on the RUclips .
I really like your common sense approach to this project. It shows that in the past you have made many mistakes because you explain at certain points what can happen if...……. This IMO is what we look for . Avoiding the big mistakes. I will probably never take a guitar down like you do, but I can now appreciate when one of my guitars is handed over to a repairman. Thank You...….
It warms my heart to see some people take pride in their craft still. I´m inspite the long distance shipping haul somewhat tempted to send you my old love for a refretting gig ++
Hello my friend. I'm really enjoying your Master class in guitar repair. Your art is slowly disappearing. Thank you for allowing me to be able to see how it is done. Your a very good teacher. God bless.
There is something so peaceful about watching you work. I love the combination of you explaining what you're doing/thinking in real-time along with the sped-up actual work happening. I'll definitely be watching more!
You seem to have a fair number of arm-chair critics! Don't worry about them, they've been watching too many highly-edited youtube vids where nothing ever goes wrong. I really appreciate your candid warts and all videos.
Great Video, Jerry. A master-class. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I admire your ingenuity when dealing with these extremely challenging cases, it is a joy to behold. Fantastic job!
Jerry this is very inspiring. I've done my first few guitar repairs and am about to tackle a stella harmony in poor shape. Your patience and expertise in these videos is just what I needed to see. Hope you're doing well!
Hi. Most grateful for your generosity in sharing your luthiery skills. You’ve both inspired and helped me repair two guitars now, and I’m working on the third-a Regal. While not as nice as this one, it has exactly the same problems (failures). After watching you hand plane that bridge plate, I came up with another method. Drill press, mounted with a Forstner bit, 1” was about right. I removed the centering point and got it very sharp. Since I am fortunate to have a large drill press, that did the trick. Very good control to get almost to the top without damaging it. I thought others might benefit since this is one of those basic repair challenges. Cheers and thanks again, Dadla.
Hi Jerry. I was re-watching this Regal reconstruction after watching the Grandma's Regal pride and joy videos. As with the other comment that may be too much info, I've now had some experience with the Chicago makers to offer an insight into what seems to me the odd bridge plate/center brace arrangement. That 1/8th (more or less) band was standard in the 1890-1920 period. It only seems odd because it doesn't really make sense given what guitar builders now know. A lot of these were underbraced 'cause they were designed for gut strings--which is why steel strings have twisted up so many of them. Like this Regal, there wasn't much to keep the ball ends of steel stings from ripping up the spruce under the bridge. Thanks for the video!
Thanks for show us how you fix this damage but a lot of damage guitar, sincerely I give you a congratulations for show your skills and valuable secrets to repair a acustic guitar.thanks a god bless you
Just a trick that I’ve learned in my years of restoring antique furniture as a weekend warrior. I have a hot plate that I put my thin flexible paint scrappers in and get them hot and I then start pushing it under whatever it is like your bridge plate to bring up works well because the heat loosens the glue back up and I use this on glue blocks that are attached to veneer and stuff like that. I think that’d be really useful on getting the bottom off of a guitar and would be perfect for that bridge plate.
Btw that trick works on all glues, hide glue and yellow wood glue I’ve even used it on caulking these are the blades I use just cheap flexible putty blades I sit them right in the hot plate and once they get hot just start working it under what I’m tryin to get up. www.lowes.com/pd/Warner-DIY-2-in-Putty-Knife/3121843?cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-pnt-_-google-_-lia-_-133-_-painttools-_-3121843-_-0&store_code=705&placeholder=null&gclid=Cj0KCQiAxfzvBRCZARIsAGA7YMzWvTQiouACMWBlcQGbzqmF3b_ed0rI9vZLeHMo6X6-ij2FFmHfC5YaAmRwEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
I have only just discovered this fellas videos and as I play a bit of acoustic guitar myself I have recently discovered I also enjoy watching this type of videos as much as I love playing my guitar
Got bored with watching people repair radios and tvs and thought hmm do people still restore instruments now that's a craft to watch that takes skill and now am subscribed ☺️
I've done lots of these kinds of repairs... I love doing them... kind of like an archaeological expedition. Especially when you get to breathe life into an unusable instrument. You went at this repair about the way I would have... great video series!
Seriously, what you are doing here is not just fixing a guitar, it is highly professional craft and artwork at its finest! Thanks a lot for sharing. God bless you! Wishing lots of health. I already subscribed to your channel. I am a piano maker and doing wood works has always been very satisfying for heart and soul.
Totally riveting, can't wait for part 2, in fact I'm not gonna wait cos I can watch it now. Thanks for posting, I have 9 guitars, I know where to send them should they need TLC.
The crack on the back if it stays closed mostly I have used Loctite #420 which is like water applied by a sewing needle or whatever and drip it till it quits taking glue and in about an hour it is permanent. It can be sanded and polished like most cyanacrylate glue can be. Pardon my spelling. Great instruction and the video is awesome.
Jerry, as usual, great repair video... looking forward to part2. I allowed the bell notification on your channel ;) Few weeks at the past i was sanding my guitar neck for better hand sliding and i decided it is safe after i saw your videos. Im happy im able to do some guitar tuning myself and dont be afraid of doing something.. thank you..
Wow planing down that top brace inside the guitar was a pretty rough way to go but hey you do what works right? A wide bridge plate is the way to go for sure with that big gap at least you have a solid foundation to fill it in. But hey a family heirloom deserves a good fix. Always doing great Jerry. Glad you could use the antlers Jerry and thanks for the shout out for my channel I really appreciate it.
Hi Jerry; When you were tapping on the top, we could hear it well. The top has a nice resonant ring to it after you glued in your bridge plate and hole patch. Love your work as usual great job.
I've got videos of an old Regal parlor guitar I worked on a few years ago and the bridge plate extended the width of the body like that, I worked on another brand that was like that but can't remember the brand, definitely something you don't see much. Good stuff here Jerry!
Randy Schartiger thank you very much Randy. The more I think about it, the more I'm sure I've seen that before too. But I just say things on video sometimes that I probably shouldn't. lol
A master craftsman repairing an entry level guitar. Kinda silly. You sir, are what this world sorely lacks. The attention to detail and exacting work is astonishing. Hopefully others will follow your example. The world is a better place with fellers like you. In this disposable world we find ourselves in. Thank You. I'm having a hard time with words, but you get the gist.
Finally, music that compliments the video and doesn't kill the video! Thank you. You sir are awesome. Yes I know I am some years late...lol You're still awesome.
I just discovered you videos, I gotta tell ya I really enjoy watching your processes in what you take on here, you're super talented and do great work man!!! that's all I got for now
It is Always nice to see an old guitar being brought to life. I have a small comment about the size and the thickness of the bridge plate. Old guitars always have a little belly and a standard procedure is to live with it and to compensate it with a neck reset. There is a small risk that the loudness is reduced due to this rather thick and large bridge plate. I have made some restorations with far thinner and smaller bridge plates that still have been rather stiff. Sometimes I have made this in combination with a neck reset. This is of course a matter of how much work you want to put into this old guitar, but since you have many viewers, it could be good to highlight this so that others can see that there are alternatives.
I watch these in part, for the "well recorded" music; sounds great; love it! My compliments to everyone in the band. I listened to Johnny Comes Marching Hone five times. Guitar repair: Not quite a Lazarus sort of scenario but close... The healing hands of the Master: lol!
Jerry: This is really inspiring work. You make repair luthiery look so easy; we know it's not! Great job on the video & sound... love the way you speed thru the redundant bits. Thank you for sharing this... I need to get some more clamps! Subscribed to your channel. Between you and Randy Schartiger I've got enough repair-porn to keep me busy for awhile.
I loved how you decided to plane out that old bridge plate instead of risking damaging the wood with heat and prying. Great call in my untrained opinion!
What a coo, awesome band! Sweet Melinda is sweet! Great mountain sound! Being a man of constant sorrow (married...sigh) gets me in just the right frame of mind to just love the music!! Jack Canada
Hey Jerry, I've commented before, but thanks to you I have restored my dad's old Gibson. It was as bad or worse than this. I wanted to tell you, when it came time to locate the bridge, I had an old trutone guitar with a metal tailpiece. So I used it like you did, took a coat hanger to tie it to the end pin.. worked out great...!! Peck
Came to YT to learn about powder glaze techniques for refinishing my 20 yr old coffee & side table, stayed here (& Part 2) to see this high quality repair work. Very nice, Sir! Better than new! Love your attention to detail, especially how carefully you cleaned off your glue-squeeze. Sad that the OG decided to short cut this step. *I really liked it when the music kicked in...you talk too much! Totally kidding, the world needs to learn everything it can from Masters like you! TYVM!* #peace2u
This was my father's guitar; he got it during WWII. I'm so glad my brother Tom is having it restored by the most capable hands. The video is awesome.
karodora thank you so much.
Lovely stuff.
Best restoration job I've seen on RUclips , the attention to details is impeccable.
karodora yeah your brother definitely picked the right guy. If you’ve ever watched Jerry’s channel. You’ve seen him rescue some real wrecks. I’ve suggested that Jerry change the “R” in RSW from Rosa to rescue string works
My dad’s guitar got a worse faith. I carried it with me in a soft case, but the icy ground got the better of me. I fell real hard. When I came to the neighbour’s and took the guitar out, the strings were at least 10 cm (4») over the wretboard... The guitar had broke... It went in the trash... My mom was SO mad at me, I’ll never forget it...☺️ So, if on ice, carry the guitar upright in front of you, or on your back, NOT by the handle along your side❗️❗️❗️😊👍
Jerry: WOW! To all the Viewers, this is my "Regal Wreck". What an appropriate name. As Jerry stated, I tried to throw this guitar away a few times, but could never do it out of respect for my Father. He never threw anything away! After watching Jerry's videos, I knew that this guitar deserved his loving touch. I knew the guitar was in bad shape, but you never know the full extent of the needed repair until you get into it in detail, as Jerry has. I can't thank him enough for these videos. I was wondering if this would be another "Not Worth Fixin", but Jerry has come through again. It is heartwarming to see an old instrument reborn. Can't wait to see the other videos, and more importantly, can't wait to get it back and play it. Thanks much.
Tom Doran thank uou very much. Its on the way back tou you. It has a good sound too.
Tom I am so glad you saved your Dad's guitar. I sadly gave away my Dads guitar a few years ago. I was moving out of state to a home with limited space. I was facing taking his guitar or mine that I bought when I was 16..I am now 59..so I decided to keep mine. Take care and enjoy the guitar when you receive it back from Jerry.
ncautoman57 thanks for watching
Tom. It would be really good if you could make a video of it being played either by yourself or, if you are nervous about that, someone who'd be prepared to do it. Would be great to hear more of Jerry's results!
Andrew Bryan good idea.
Enjoying this one Mr. Jerry. The unthinkable happened to me this past week. I tripped and fell on the case, and put about a 5" or 6" crack in the top of my 2010 Martin D-28. I'm devastated, and plum sick about it! I'm gonna take some pics and email them to you to see what you think you would have to do. Can't wait to see this Regal finished up. Thanks for all you do sir.
Bryan Wayne Brian I'm really sorry to hear that. It hurts a lot too bust a good guitar like that. Thank you for watching my friend. I'll be glad to give you an estimate on what I would do to your guitar.
The Regal Wreck Restoration videos are my favorites on this channel. I must've watched this one two dozen times already, usually when I'm up in the early morning with my 3 month old son. I think he likes it too, as Jerry's soothing voice helps keep him calm.
ijosef thank you very kindly my friend. I was just hoping that my voice wouldn't give your son the colic. LOL
Man, you play the cards you are dealt! You are one of the few who would even attempt such a repair! Bravo! Thankz
Audio Tech Labs thank you very much
Idk why but this and grandmas pride and joy series are my two favorite series of repairs. I have watched them so many times at this point.
I like this guy's straightforward manner of fact delivery, thought process, experienced decision making. Good work.
Lovely work again, and the music accompaniment is the icing on the cake. I could watch craftsmen like you all day. Thank you.
Jerry, I really appreciate that you figure out just the best way of approaching tasks right in front of the camera (for us). It shows your years of experience and confidence in your abilities. My hats off to you, friend! Someone mentioned being relaxed while watching the video, I too get enjoyment and relaxation from the music and your subtle approach even to the seemingly impossible and difficult tasks. Great work!
Dennis Allport thank you very much that's very kind of you to say
I am so glad you offer these type of repairs. Great seeing old instruments brought back to life with care.
MisterMsk thank you my friend I really enjoy it
Why am I watching this? I'm an ex Rock drummer for gosh sakes. We're gorillas and think that until the drums and bass comes in, there's no music. I hate folk music,........LOL, but this is fascinating.
I do woodworking and design and make furniture so I admire and respect the excellent craftsmanship, skill and thoroughness in the repair video. Finger planes? You gotta be good to use those on thin and delicate woods.
Thank God that there are still people like this to do difficult work like this. One of these guys is worth more than all the politicians and movie star celebrities put together.
I play punkrock-guitar and repair and mod electric guitars and had never even heard about the thing that is called bluegras, only in the name CBGB. But since i found Jerry Rosa on youtube i watch all his videos and even think about buying my first mandoline now. He is such a nice and talented man, its unbelievable.
This is the first video of yours that I have discovered and watched and boy am I glad that I did. You can tell straight away that you are extremely knowledgeable and genuinely care for your craft. I came over from @twoodfrd channel and you two are the best that I've found on the RUclips .
I really like your common sense approach to this project. It shows that in the past you have made many mistakes because you explain at certain points what can happen if...……. This IMO is what we look for . Avoiding the big mistakes. I will probably never take a guitar down like you do, but I can now appreciate when one of my guitars is handed over to a repairman. Thank You...….
What you do is magic. You take wood and glue and set it up to play beautiful music. That IS magic.
It warms my heart to see some people take pride in their craft still.
I´m inspite the long distance shipping haul somewhat tempted to send you my old love for a refretting gig ++
Hello my friend. I'm really enjoying your Master class in guitar repair. Your art is slowly disappearing. Thank you for allowing me to be able to see how it is done. Your a very good teacher. God bless.
Beautiful music!!! These video's are my favorit sunday evenings out!
I watched part two first somehow. I like how you ended up doing exactly what you guessed you might do. It’s nice to be great at something.
I enjoy so much watching Jerry work...He does a fantastic job and is entertaining also.
There is something so peaceful about watching you work. I love the combination of you explaining what you're doing/thinking in real-time along with the sped-up actual work happening. I'll definitely be watching more!
I’m learning so much from you. Many thanks for sharing your expertise.
the owner will do anything to bring this guitar back to life.
salute.
Mohd Hanif Abu Bakar it was a nice old guitar. Thanks for watching.
You seem to have a fair number of arm-chair critics! Don't worry about them, they've been watching too many highly-edited youtube vids where nothing ever goes wrong. I really appreciate your candid warts and all videos.
Great Video, Jerry. A master-class. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I admire your ingenuity when dealing with these extremely challenging cases, it is a joy to behold. Fantastic job!
Les Stoddart thank you very kindly.
Jerry this is very inspiring. I've done my first few guitar repairs and am about to tackle a stella harmony in poor shape. Your patience and expertise in these videos is just what I needed to see. Hope you're doing well!
Great video Mate! Love from Bunbury Western Australia. Watching someone that knows what he's doing is always a pleasure.
Hi. Most grateful for your generosity in sharing your luthiery skills. You’ve both inspired and helped me repair two guitars now, and I’m working on the third-a Regal.
While not as nice as this one, it has exactly the same problems (failures). After watching you hand plane that bridge plate, I came up with another method. Drill press, mounted with a Forstner bit, 1” was about right. I removed the centering point and got it very sharp.
Since I am fortunate to have a large drill press, that did the trick. Very good control to get almost to the top without damaging it. I thought others might benefit since this is one of those basic repair challenges.
Cheers and thanks again, Dadla.
Hi Jerry. I was re-watching this Regal reconstruction after watching the Grandma's Regal pride and joy videos. As with the other comment that may be too much info, I've now had some experience with the Chicago makers to offer an insight into what seems to me the odd bridge plate/center brace arrangement. That 1/8th (more or less) band was standard in the 1890-1920 period. It only seems odd because it doesn't really make sense given what guitar builders now know. A lot of these were underbraced 'cause they were designed for gut strings--which is why steel strings have twisted up so many of them. Like this Regal, there wasn't much to keep the ball ends of steel stings from ripping up the spruce under the bridge. Thanks for the video!
Makes sense string tension is real!
Nice Job. I am still learning how to work on my own guitars, so I really appreciate videos like yours.
Thanks for show us how you fix this damage but a lot of damage guitar, sincerely I give you a congratulations for show your skills and valuable secrets to repair a acustic guitar.thanks a god bless you
Thanks for being such a cool person, Jerry. I like your approach to it all.
Awsome repair Jerry,and your right about not having enough clamps!!Cheers much respect!!
blkjckgtrnut thanks for watching
I shouldn't start watching your videos when I have appointments lol , I'm always late as your craft is a joy to watch
matty towey sorry about that. Lol. Thanks for watching.
Just a trick that I’ve learned in my years of restoring antique furniture as a weekend warrior. I have a hot plate that I put my thin flexible paint scrappers in and get them hot and I then start pushing it under whatever it is like your bridge plate to bring up works well because the heat loosens the glue back up and I use this on glue blocks that are attached to veneer and stuff like that. I think that’d be really useful on getting the bottom off of a guitar and would be perfect for that bridge plate.
Btw that trick works on all glues, hide glue and yellow wood glue I’ve even used it on caulking these are the blades I use just cheap flexible putty blades I sit them right in the hot plate and once they get hot just start working it under what I’m tryin to get up. www.lowes.com/pd/Warner-DIY-2-in-Putty-Knife/3121843?cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-pnt-_-google-_-lia-_-133-_-painttools-_-3121843-_-0&store_code=705&placeholder=null&gclid=Cj0KCQiAxfzvBRCZARIsAGA7YMzWvTQiouACMWBlcQGbzqmF3b_ed0rI9vZLeHMo6X6-ij2FFmHfC5YaAmRwEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
Love this. Great work on a project that looked beyond repair. Appreciate the sentimental value of this instrument. Wonderful.
I have only just discovered this fellas videos and as I play a bit of acoustic guitar myself I have recently discovered I also enjoy watching this type of videos as much as I love playing my guitar
Got bored with watching people repair radios and tvs and thought hmm do people still restore instruments now that's a craft to watch that takes skill and now am subscribed ☺️
john leininger thank you very much my friend.
I have an old Bauer parlor with similar issues. So helpful to watch your video. Thanks.
This is a great video. Very inspiring, and I’m loving the music too. Teddy
You're probably the most highly skilled craftsman to ever lay hands on that Regal.
I've done lots of these kinds of repairs... I love doing them... kind of like an archaeological expedition. Especially when you get to breathe life into an unusable instrument. You went at this repair about the way I would have... great video series!
Karl Hoyt thank you Karl
Thanks so much for a very entertaining video. I especially enjoyed the background music. I really enjoy watching a skilled craftsman work.
You are graced with a wonderful voice and a great band. Not too shabby on the repair work also. Kudos to you
Seriously, what you are doing here is not just fixing a guitar, it is highly professional craft and artwork at its finest! Thanks a lot for sharing. God bless you! Wishing lots of health. I already subscribed to your channel. I am a piano maker and doing wood works has always been very satisfying for heart and soul.
Why do I find it so relaxing to see someone else work? :-D Great videos, mr. Rosa!
It's a pleasure watching you work.You are a master.
Happy to know that this beautiful instrument is being repaired.
Jerry, I simply marvel at your craftsmanship. Bravo!
+Tom Kirk thank you very kindly.
Totally riveting, can't wait for part 2, in fact I'm not gonna wait cos I can watch it now. Thanks for posting, I have 9 guitars, I know where to send them should they need TLC.
The crack on the back if it stays closed mostly I have used Loctite #420 which is like water applied by a sewing needle or whatever and drip it till it quits taking glue and in about an hour it is permanent. It can be sanded and polished like most cyanacrylate glue can be. Pardon my spelling. Great instruction and the video is awesome.
im 37yo and starting as an artisant luthier, i love your traditionnal aproach, ty :)
Looks like all the glue is old and brittle. Nice to watch your craftsmanship. Enjoyable Thank you
Great job I love watching your problem solving happy days !
springy 2112 thank you very kindly my friend
Great video Jerry! It's nice to see an old guitar saved, and repaired correctly as well. As always, I look forward to your next video.
Kent Owens thank you very much friend I appreciate the view
Jerry, thank you for sharing. I really enjoyed this and all of your videos. I am really learning a lot. Thanks again for sharing!
Bob Gellenbeck you are very welcome thank you for the note.
Jerry, as usual, great repair video... looking forward to part2. I allowed the bell notification on your channel ;) Few weeks at the past i was sanding my guitar neck for better hand sliding and i decided it is safe after i saw your videos. Im happy im able to do some guitar tuning myself and dont be afraid of doing something.. thank you..
WikeedOne you are welcome thank you very much for watching
Great video, you are a great craftsman Sir!!😎👍🇦🇺
Makes me realize the value of sentiment this.. real heart-warming stuff
I can't stop watching these videos. I need help, but not before I watch Part 2. ;)
how satisfying to see a pro at work. greetings from germany.
Wow planing down that top brace inside the guitar was a pretty rough way to go but hey you do what works right? A wide bridge plate is the way to go for sure with that big gap at least you have a solid foundation to fill it in. But hey a family heirloom deserves a good fix. Always doing great Jerry. Glad you could use the antlers Jerry and thanks for the shout out for my channel I really appreciate it.
LUCKYLARRY thank you very much I am putting a link in the video description. It uploaded while I was sleeping.
You explained the “vise clamp” just fine. I knew exactly what you were saying.
Hi Jerry;
When you were tapping on the top, we could hear it well. The top has a nice resonant ring to it after you glued in your bridge plate and hole patch. Love your work as usual great job.
I've got videos of an old Regal parlor guitar I worked on a few years ago and the bridge plate extended the width of the body like that, I worked on another brand that was like that but can't remember the brand, definitely something you don't see much. Good stuff here Jerry!
Randy Schartiger thank you very much Randy. The more I think about it, the more I'm sure I've seen that before too. But I just say things on video sometimes that I probably shouldn't. lol
Such love and care. Restoring these instruments is really touching. Love your videos. Thanks for taking care of the "old-timers" in need of some tlc.
A master craftsman repairing an entry level guitar. Kinda silly. You sir, are what this world sorely lacks. The attention to detail and exacting work is astonishing. Hopefully others will follow your example. The world is a better place with fellers like you. In this disposable world we find ourselves in. Thank You. I'm having a hard time with words, but you get the gist.
Thank you Mr. Rosa, I really enjoyed your video, your skill and most of all the accompanying music. Terrific! Thank you :-)
Just subbed, discovered your channel. Surprised you're in Missouri where all my family is! I'm totally amazed by your work. Beauty surgery. Cheers 🎶🎶🎶
Finally, music that compliments the video and doesn't kill the video! Thank you. You sir are awesome. Yes I know I am some years late...lol You're still awesome.
what a wonderful repair and performance , thank you i also learned a lot.
Thank you for your encouragement sir! Is a joy to watch a craftsman at work.
very nice. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Waiting for second instalment with bated breath. Keep up the great work. Paul
Paul Wood thank you very much
Nice job once again Jerry. Your experience and use of tools is certainly a great asset. Rich
Must be a real chore taking it to gigs and practice, dragging around the screw gun. That's real dedication.
Watching guitar repair and listening to a little Bluegrass Gospel. Nice!
Great video Jerry, that guitar certainly needed your help! Looking forward to part 2.
Jeff Grier thank you buddy
I just discovered you videos, I gotta tell ya I really enjoy watching your processes in what you take on here, you're super talented and do great work man!!! that's all I got for now
Great work and great music. I enjoyed both. Thanks for making the video.
Really loved Part 1.....looking forward to Part 2
Workmanship lives in the 21st century
yonks49 thank you very much
It is Always nice to see an old guitar being brought to life. I have a small comment about the size and the thickness of the bridge plate. Old guitars always have a little belly and a standard procedure is to live with it and to compensate it with a neck reset. There is a small risk that the loudness is reduced due to this rather thick and large bridge plate. I have made some restorations with far thinner and smaller bridge plates that still have been rather stiff. Sometimes I have made this in combination with a neck reset. This is of course a matter of how much work you want to put into this old guitar, but since you have many viewers, it could be good to highlight this so that others can see that there are alternatives.
I finally got your video to working . Good video. I am looking very forward to the second video. Many Thumbs up my friend.
Thomas Tommy great thank you for watching.
Thanks jerry for another great informative in depth video, can't wait for the next instalment.!you have a great talent!! Cheers Rob.
Robert Kibbler thank you very much.
I watch these in part, for the "well recorded" music; sounds great; love it! My compliments to everyone in the band. I listened to Johnny Comes Marching Hone five times. Guitar repair: Not quite a Lazarus sort of scenario but close... The healing hands of the Master: lol!
john see thank you very much my friend.
Jerry: This is really inspiring work. You make repair luthiery look so easy; we know it's not! Great job on the video & sound... love the way you speed thru the redundant bits. Thank you for sharing this... I need to get some more clamps! Subscribed to your channel. Between you and Randy Schartiger I've got enough repair-porn to keep me busy for awhile.
Great jb so far Jerry, looking forward to the next part. You gave me some good usable ideas for some upcoming repairs. Thanks for the videos!
Bryan Perry great. Thank you for watching.
I loved how you decided to plane out that old bridge plate instead of risking damaging the wood with heat and prying. Great call in my untrained opinion!
Holy clamps batman!...Great job sir
Awesome work man! The customer must really love that guitar for all the work you put into it
What a coo, awesome band! Sweet Melinda is sweet! Great mountain sound!
Being a man of constant sorrow (married...sigh) gets me in just the right frame of mind to just love the music!!
Jack
Canada
Thanks so much for sharing your techniques and expertise here. So generous.
Just removing the back of my Guitar. Came here to see how it is done. Thanks again.
Hey Jerry, I've commented before, but thanks to you I have restored my dad's old Gibson. It was as bad or worse than this. I wanted to tell you, when it came time to locate the bridge, I had an old trutone guitar with a metal tailpiece. So I used it like you did, took a coat hanger to tie it to the end pin.. worked out great...!! Peck
the whole experience ..... absolutely wonderful
I REALLY enjoy your music as your showing your work. please do it more!
Came to YT to learn about powder glaze techniques for refinishing my 20 yr old coffee & side table, stayed here (& Part 2) to see this high quality repair work. Very nice, Sir! Better than new! Love your attention to detail, especially how carefully you cleaned off your glue-squeeze. Sad that the OG decided to short cut this step. *I really liked it when the music kicked in...you talk too much! Totally kidding, the world needs to learn everything it can from Masters like you! TYVM!* #peace2u
Tool salesman: So how many clamps do you need?
Rosa String Works: YES
this channel is so kickass. found it doing bridge doctor searches.
I love the music, It's the kind of stuff my Father used to play, brings back good memories.
Was watching Dave's 🌎 of Fun and you came on - Glad I came across your show !! Great job !
Jerry "the clamp" Rosa, you done it again old boy. Outstanding work as usual. 👍