Tag Archives: 1949 D-28

X-brace Gluing and Ebonizing a Bridge

Posted on April 18, 2010 by Chris Oliver

The ’48 Martin gets its x bracing reglued. Also, a new bridge plate to replace the replacement rosewood bridge plate. This maple bridge plate is a bit thicker than original to help keep the top from blowing apart. The last … Continue reading →

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Martin Restoration

Posted on April 10, 2010 by Chris Oliver

A vintage Martin D-28 gets its old rosewood bridge (probably installed in the 70′s) removed. Also, the mahogany project gets its neck glued on. Dovetail joints take very few clamps to keep a tight joint during the glue-up.

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