Post by kyyammy on Oct 18, 2017 19:39:16 GMT -5
Just wondering what type of information exists about the glues and surface finishes used on the early FG guitars?
Was hide glue used, or was it something like the Asian Mystery Glue that is so often referenced? Doesn't sound like it was anything resembling the Titebond type glues used by manufacturers these days, seeing all the stories about the difficulty of doing neck resets.
Also, I have never noticed finish checking on my vintage FG's of "production" quality (FG 110, 150, 160, and 200) which would lead me to think the surface finishes are some type of poly like what is common on most new Pac-Rim guitars and even Taylors.
I have, however, noticed finish checking on an FG550 12 string that I have on hold at my local music shop. Does that mean that perhaps nitrocellulose finishes were reserved for the upper level, more handmade guitars?
KyYammy
Was hide glue used, or was it something like the Asian Mystery Glue that is so often referenced? Doesn't sound like it was anything resembling the Titebond type glues used by manufacturers these days, seeing all the stories about the difficulty of doing neck resets.
Also, I have never noticed finish checking on my vintage FG's of "production" quality (FG 110, 150, 160, and 200) which would lead me to think the surface finishes are some type of poly like what is common on most new Pac-Rim guitars and even Taylors.
I have, however, noticed finish checking on an FG550 12 string that I have on hold at my local music shop. Does that mean that perhaps nitrocellulose finishes were reserved for the upper level, more handmade guitars?
KyYammy
