I really enjoy watching Jerry doing his work. He's a good guy and has a big heart. Not much people out there like him. Makes a person feel good. Thats pretty amazing to me. The music is fantastic..
I bought a violin due to his recommendation and set up tips. The very same Glarry violin he did a video on and even learned Ashokan Farewell which he was playing. Jerry is amazing.
You know what they say Jerry, you can please some of the people some of the time , but you can't please all the people all the time. The work you do is fantastic.
Thank you Jerry, you take on these projects with no fear, I'd be terrified to even try fearing I'd destroy the guitar, but then I'm not a seasoned luthier. That was fun to watch and relaxing. Take care Jerry, God bless.
Sometimes battle scars happen, and if it doesn’t alter the tone or sound for worse, we do what we can to clean it up and make it look good. If it doesn’t have a battle scar-it doesn’t have a story to tell...yet😉 Nice work on her Jerry💕
Actually battle scars happen a lot for me I work on radios and I tape them up but they still get scars and when I work on guitars i really dont want to get a scare but it can happen easily.
As a collector (and player) of vintage guitars, mandolins and banjos, I really enjoyed this episode. And now I want to add an old resonator to the collection... Dagnabit!
JERRY YOU INSPIRE ME TO KEEP ON REPAIRING GUITARS I LIKE THE WAY YOU GO AT IT ALL.I learned so much from you and i want to really thank you for these lessons you have shared with all my hats off to ya.Thanks JERRY VERY MUCH.
I use a micro thin mylar guard to avoid damaging the top and the finish. Doesn't take me any more time and I never have to touch up a battle scar. Of course accidents do happen 😂.
All's well that ends well, eh? As to commenting before the ending, brings to mind my favorite prayer: May my words of today be tender and sweet, for I may have to eat them tomorrow.
Well sir I noticed the scratches, before you brought attention to them the first time. I have also seen enough of your videos to know, you are not going to let it go without it being fixed, and fixed right. My dad was a house painter, he used to call folks like those " Pinters". People with nothing better to do than pint out every little mistake before you have time to correct it. You do good work. No question.
@@oldcowboy40 you can't make an omelette without braking eggs. The point being trying to save time, and money for the customer, putting down something to protect may have been the best way, but he does good work, and will make good the final results. It's all good. If it was my guitar, I would be extremely happy to have a playable instrument, instead of an unblemished wall hanger.
Jerry I always enjoy your videos , you always try your best for all your customers what ever the job It does not matter what the armchair brigade say you keep doing what your doing I think your awesome.
Thanks Jerry, you do an excellent job, but you could sometimes use a bit more of protective tape on the top, as in this case just at the fretboard end.
An extra scratch on that guitar gives it more character. If a customer complained about a small scratch after spending that much time restoring a totally unplayable guitar, I would politely ask them to take their business elsewhere next time.
As I understand it, the bridge has some adjustment to it. Also if it's set too tightly, you lose some of the resonsator effect. Soundls good as you've set it up.
Hello Jerry, I truly appreciate all you put into your videos, and enjoy all of them. I have a question. I have a Martin 00-28 that I recently purchased, and wonder if a neck reset is inevitable? I'm not entirely sure if a neck reset may be due to lack of care, or just something that happens due to the string tension continually pulling on the neck? My guitar is always in its case with hydration packs, and Hygrometer. I keep it between 45%-50% RH at all times except when playing it. I'm just curious if this helps to prolong needing a reset, or is it inevitable? It seems that 10 years from what I've read is time for a reset? Thank you in advance for your time, and all your videos.
Just a quick question: was there a reason to not make a small shim for the end of the fretboard? I mean I know you'll barely play there if ever, but it would be an easy thing to do.
You took what was almost a dumpster guitar that was all beat up and made it playable again. Yes you could have been a bit more careful potentially doubling or more the cost of the repair to the point it may have gone into the dumpster instead of getting repaired. You worked within the limits the customer placed upon you satisfying their budget and expectation so what more can one ask for. Perhaps those who feel you should have taken the extra time that strongly might want to pitch in funds to pay for the repairs they feel the customer should have requested but couldn't afford. If they're that concerned and wealthy it should be an insignificant thing for them to pony up like that. Best!
Not so. Many of the instruments Jerry works on are inexpensive but also family heirlooms and the owners know Jerry will fix it right and won't charge an ungodly fortune. Some have been turned away, by other luthiers, because the instrument "isn't worth it". Others still, come to Jerry, from the four coasts/borders, to have him work on their instruments. Some have shipped their instrument internationally. Their, certainly, not "pinching pennys".
Why do you not use a sandpaper trick to set the neck using a chisel seems very aggressive from what I was taught I understand you would have to take a lot off but using the sandpaper method to fine-tune the neck would be a lot more accurate not sure why you did not shem the fretboard
That Kay has never sounded that good. Yes you can tell it's a resonator, but sounds great for what it is. At least this time you didn't have a bunch of small nails holding it together.
It's so sad that you have to justify some of the minor nicks and scratches caused in the course of your work. Of course there will always be some evidence that you have been working (look at all you have done to this one!). But you ALWAYS go back and "cover up the crimes" as Adam Savage calls it. Nobody could complain when they get their guitar back from you. More often than not I'm sure you come in under time and (more importantly) on or under budget! The people who give you grief in the comments don't get to hear how happy your customers are! Also, the guitars you work on hardly come to you in pristine condition. More often than not they are beaten up beyond any damage you cause, and they generally leave your shop in better condition than when they arrived! Don't let the "nay-sayers" get you down, Jerry! Just keep in mind all the happy people who can now play their instruments when most had given up on ever hearing them again!
😬😬😬 those gouges in the top, the crazy amount of glue on the neck joint (you only need to glue the dovetail) that beat up fingerboard. Ouch. Is this guitar just a beater no one cares about?
I really enjoy watching Jerry doing his work. He's a good guy and has a big heart. Not much people out there like him. Makes a person feel good. Thats pretty amazing to me. The music is fantastic..
i love him. he’s like my surrogate grandad who takes me to the workshop and shows me how to mend things with love ❤
I bought a violin due to his recommendation and set up tips. The very same Glarry violin he did a video on and even learned Ashokan Farewell which he was playing. Jerry is amazing.
You know what they say Jerry, you can please some of the people some of the time , but you can't please all the people all the time. The work you do is fantastic.
Thank you Jerry, you take on these projects with no fear, I'd be terrified to even try fearing I'd destroy the guitar, but then I'm not a seasoned luthier. That was fun to watch and relaxing. Take care Jerry, God bless.
Sometimes battle scars happen, and if it doesn’t alter the tone or sound for worse, we do what we can to clean it up and make it look good. If it doesn’t have a battle scar-it doesn’t have a story to tell...yet😉 Nice work on her Jerry💕
Actually battle scars happen a lot for me I work on radios and I tape them up but they still get scars and when I work on guitars i really dont want to get a scare but it can happen easily.
Well put
As a collector (and player) of vintage guitars, mandolins and banjos, I really enjoyed this episode. And now I want to add an old resonator to the collection... Dagnabit!
Glad that one cooperated with you!
Really love the long repair videos. We all learn so much. Thanks, Jerry
Wonderful to watch the neglected come back to life. Thanks for the wonderful post. Much appreciated.
The sound of that guitar is just fantastic. I think it was a great job. Well done.
JERRY YOU INSPIRE ME TO KEEP ON REPAIRING GUITARS I LIKE THE WAY YOU GO AT IT ALL.I learned so much from you and i want to really thank you for these lessons you have shared with all my hats off to ya.Thanks JERRY VERY MUCH.
yes jerry you did work on this guitar 7 years ago 099 RSW Restoring The Very Rare Kay Kraft Resophonic Guitar
It was nice to see you working on my kind of guitar, great job 👏.
I use a micro thin mylar guard to avoid damaging the top and the finish. Doesn't take me any more time and I never have to touch up a battle scar. Of course accidents do happen 😂.
I could watch Gerry`s posts all day long, hang on, 🤔actually, I do! Can`t wait for the next one Gerry.
But you still can't spell his name.? 😁✌🖖
All's well that ends well, eh? As to commenting before the ending, brings to mind my favorite prayer: May my words of today be tender and sweet, for I may have to eat them tomorrow.
🤣🤣 Oh, I like that. It reminds me of "I'm a man, but I can change, if I have to... I guess." 🤣🤣🤣
@@zapa1pnt I miss Red Green. 🙂
Mr. Rosa That scrach is part of the story of that guitar life !
Thanks Jerry, always a pleasure to me to watch you work.
Well sir I noticed the scratches, before you brought attention to them the first time. I have also seen enough of your videos to know, you are not going to let it go without it being fixed, and fixed right. My dad was a house painter, he used to call folks like those " Pinters". People with nothing better to do than pint out every little mistake before you have time to correct it. You do good work. No question.
If you would add a little protection you would not have to go back and do any touch saving time and making more money
@@oldcowboy40 you can't make an omelette without braking eggs. The point being trying to save time, and money for the customer, putting down something to protect may have been the best way, but he does good work, and will make good the final results. It's all good. If it was my guitar, I would be extremely happy to have a playable instrument, instead of an unblemished wall hanger.
Jerry you are such a master, the steam setup is just pure genius 👍
Jerry I always enjoy your videos , you always try your best for all your customers what ever the job It does not matter what the armchair brigade say you keep doing what your doing I think your awesome.
Good to see an instrument taken apart and seemed to go back together smoothly.
Didn't lose any religion working on this one either LOL!
Thank God I found you good sir
I wish I had your skill and patience Jerry. Great videos.
Great video Jerry keep them coming 🇬🇧
Job nicely done on an old player. Well done mate!
At last, a guitar with a hole big enough for your hands !
Brilliantly done Jerry
Gerry i luv ya dude.. i especially love your adapter to teakettle configuration.. to steam a neck off.. wow i see myself in your methods
You sounded just like old Hank sr. Awesome
GREAT video on a Saturday morning. Thanks, Jerry!
I like the sound of a resonator.
Thanks Jerry, you do an excellent job, but you could sometimes use a bit more of protective tape on the top, as in this case just at the fretboard end.
An extra scratch on that guitar gives it more character. If a customer complained about a small scratch after spending that much time restoring a totally unplayable guitar, I would politely ask them to take their business elsewhere next time.
Great job on this one Jerry, thanks for the video!
Well done as always Jerry!
Another Jerry's success 👍
Great job Jerry. I wish we could see the customers reaction too. Or see him or her play it.
As I understand it, the bridge has some adjustment to it. Also if it's set too tightly, you lose some of the resonsator effect. Soundls good as you've set it up.
Hello Jerry,
I truly appreciate all you put into your videos, and enjoy all of them.
I have a question. I have a Martin 00-28 that I recently purchased, and wonder if a neck reset is inevitable? I'm not entirely sure if a neck reset may be due to lack of care, or just something that happens due to the string tension continually pulling on the neck? My guitar is always in its case with hydration packs, and Hygrometer. I keep it between 45%-50% RH at all times except when playing it. I'm just curious if this helps to prolong needing a reset, or is it inevitable? It seems that 10 years from what I've read is time for a reset? Thank you in advance for your time, and all your videos.
Great job! Hey Hank Williams at the end sounded awesome! Greetings from New Jersey.. )^_-)/
Another very nice job sir thanks for vidéo like very much
Just a quick question: was there a reason to not make a small shim for the end of the fretboard? I mean I know you'll barely play there if ever, but it would be an easy thing to do.
No shim was needed. It fit tight.
It's not the norm
@@RosaStringWorks Oh I never knew! Thanks for the reply.
That's how I was taught to do it that way you're not forcing the fretboard to bow down
I just had my Dobro out the other day, It's just a cheap plywood Hound Dog Dobro...it needs some work :p
Mr. Rosa, is anything done with the now (due to the neck reset) unsupported fingerboard extension?
Never mind : )
Put Jerry and the Dobro on the Hayride radio show now!
You took what was almost a dumpster guitar that was all beat up and made it playable again. Yes you could have been a bit more careful potentially doubling or more the cost of the repair to the point it may have gone into the dumpster instead of getting repaired. You worked within the limits the customer placed upon you satisfying their budget and expectation so what more can one ask for.
Perhaps those who feel you should have taken the extra time that strongly might want to pitch in funds to pay for the repairs they feel the customer should have requested but couldn't afford. If they're that concerned and wealthy it should be an insignificant thing for them to pony up like that.
Best!
Right on, Neil. 😁✌🖖
Why wouldn’t you mask off the finish before the neck removal? Unnecessary scratches.
My only guess would be that the tape might react with the nitro cellulose finish and do damage that would take longer to repair. But you're right.
Weren't you listening? Jerry asked you to wait, until the end of the video, to make negative comments.
If you put tape on an old dried out finish the tape always pulls the finish up which looks 10 times worse
Is 100% correct
@@RosaStringWorks wow, what an honor, sir! Hello from Maryland!
You are amazing...
I like all of your videos. Most of your customers have a tight budget, huh? The problem is, they're penny pinchers.
Not so. Many of the instruments Jerry works on are inexpensive but also family heirlooms and the owners know
Jerry will fix it right and won't charge an ungodly fortune. Some have been turned away, by other luthiers, because the instrument "isn't worth it". Others still, come to Jerry, from the four coasts/borders, to have him work on their instruments. Some have shipped their instrument internationally. Their, certainly, not "pinching pennys".
It's not a wealthy area
Why do you not use a sandpaper trick to set the neck using a chisel seems very aggressive from what I was taught I understand you would have to take a lot off but using the sandpaper method to fine-tune the neck would be a lot more accurate not sure why you did not shem the fretboard
The only rare kay I have ever seen had a straight neck , LOL.
👍
"If ya aint got the dough-ray-me ..."
First video on this Kay: 099 : th-cam.com/video/34LkzYYVyVg/w-d-xo.html
electric screwdriver?
That Kay has never sounded that good. Yes you can tell it's a resonator, but sounds great for what it is. At least this time you didn't have a bunch of small nails holding it together.
breaking a guitar in half. And trying to be careful. lol
Yep, that's what it is.
Please where your mask. This world needs good people in it.
It's so sad that you have to justify some of the minor nicks and scratches caused in the course of your work. Of course there will always be some evidence that you have been working (look at all you have done to this one!). But you ALWAYS go back and "cover up the crimes" as Adam Savage calls it. Nobody could complain when they get their guitar back from you. More often than not I'm sure you come in under time and (more importantly) on or under budget! The people who give you grief in the comments don't get to hear how happy your customers are! Also, the guitars you work on hardly come to you in pristine condition. More often than not they are beaten up beyond any damage you cause, and they generally leave your shop in better condition than when they arrived!
Don't let the "nay-sayers" get you down, Jerry! Just keep in mind all the happy people who can now play their instruments when most had given up on ever hearing them again!
Right on, brother. 😁✌🖖
The charge was only $287 I had estimated it at 600
😬😬😬 those gouges in the top, the crazy amount of glue on the neck joint (you only need to glue the dovetail) that beat up fingerboard. Ouch.
Is this guitar just a beater no one cares about?
Nice work