I need to replace the bridge on a Martin that previously suffered a bridge replacement with a big, unsanded, pre-made pyramid bridge.

The 1960s 0-16NY models had a straight bridge rather than a pyramid.

If anyone has access to one of these, could you please give me the dimensions of the original bridge?

I’m working on a 1920’s Regal with an ebonized fingerboard. I’ve seen these referred to as “ebonized pearwood,” but all I know is it’s worn through to a light wood, definitely much softer and grainier than maple. I want to keep the finger wear through the ebonizing, but build up a little layer of protection.

Boiled linseed oil seems ideal for…

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