Bridge Removal & Installation
2004 Taylor XXX-MC Anniversary

Background: Owned since new, this guitar has given countless public performances. Well taken care of, well-played, and well-worn. This anniversary Taylor’s bridge was coming unglued, the frets had significant playing wear, and the top by the rosette had a growing 1″ gouge from pick damage.

Repairs: The bridge was heated and removed. Bridge patch routed clean, and a rabbet routed on the bridge so it sits on the wood instead of the edge of the bridge patch finish. Frets were leveled, crowned, and polished. The top gouges from pick wear were filled, flattened, and polished. A small, clear acrylic pickguard was installed to protect the finish from future pick wear while maintaining the guitar’s original look.