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Topic: I need some help with fret markers on a Gibson lap steel |
Brian Bauhs
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New York, USA
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Posted 3 May 2016 11:46 am |
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Hi Everyone,
The fretboard markers on the Gibson Royaltone I just got was crudely painted over from the 5th fret to the 17th fret.
I need to make a stencil so I can redo those markers.
I'd really love it if someone could make a clear photocopy of their fretboard. The BR-6 has the same fretboard as the Royaltone. There may be others that have it as well.
Just take out the 8 screws that hold it on and photocopy it or scan it.
Thanks so much. It really appreciate it. |
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Keith Glendinning
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United Kingdom
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Posted 3 May 2016 12:35 pm
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Hi Brian,
I don't know if this will help, but attached is a home-made guitar with a Gibson BR3 fretboard fitted. It shows all of the original fret markings.
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Michael Maddex
From:
Northern New Mexico, USA
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Posted 3 May 2016 2:31 pm
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Hi Brian, welcome to the Forum! Gibson used that fret marker scheme on a number of different steels. There are a couple of very clear photos in AR Duchossoir's book Gibson Electric Steel Guitars 1935 - 1967. The photos are not full-size, but like Keith's photo above, should get you going on the road to restoration. IMO, this book is a must-have for Gibson Steel devotees!
HTH. Good luck with your project! 
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"For every expert, there is an equal and opposite expert." -- Arthur C. Clarke |
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Keith Glendinning
From:
United Kingdom
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Posted 3 May 2016 2:48 pm
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Hello Brian,
Here's a picture of just the fretboard from the Gibson BR3.
Keith.
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Brian Bauhs
From:
New York, USA
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Posted 4 May 2016 4:12 am
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Thank you Keith! I appreciate the photos.
And thanks Michael! I saw the book and considered buying it. Now I'll definitely do it.
If anyone else has easy access to creating a full size photo copy I'd appreciate it. |
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