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The Process

Assessing the project

Assessing the project

Assessing the project

No two projects are exactly the same. We'll discuss the challenges and limitations.

A strong foundation

Assessing the project

Assessing the project

The prep is as important as the finale.

Old made new again

Assessing the project

Old made new again

Using historic methods, I am adept at partial and complete refinish projects.

...in the details

The finishing touches

Old made new again

Sometimes it's the elements you may never see again that make the outcome the most valuable.

Matching the wear

The finishing touches

The finishing touches

Tasteful aging is a recipe born of time and experience. Any existing parts and finish should inform the new elements.

The finishing touches

The finishing touches

The finishing touches

With each phase respected, and each choice complete, the proof is always exciting.

Pricing your project

Getting started

I'm here to help with the full range of historic restorations. The following prices are a starting point for our conversation.

Bolt on body

From $1085

Set neck guitar

From $2585

Full restoration

Email for details

Let's get to work

I've seen them all. No project is too big or small.
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Restoring a 1958 Fender Stratocaster

In this video we go over the finer points of the guitar process for prep, spraying, and aging a finish with real-deal NOS 1950s lacquer!

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