marc sawyer

My exlplorer (bought new) is is a bright solid red color, not sure if there is clear coat, bit not a transparent wood finish. In the area where my arm rests above the frets the finish is not dull. Maybe from sweat, maybe from wear, I don't know. There are no "bare: spots. Is there some type of rubbing compound or rubbing polish I can use to restore the shine. The rest of the guitar looks great. I guess some would call it patina, but I would like to restore the finish if possible. any recommendations. Problem #2 would probably require refinishing if I cared. There are some fine cracks in the finish that run longwise down the back/top of the neck, in the upper fret area mostly. Possibly cracks in the clear coat? and Ideas what this is about. thanks Marc

called gibson customer support service. Since I don't have the original receipt, no dice. they have no record. When I cut laws to save $100 when I was 12 years old (50 years ago) I did not think to keep the receipt!. I will have to look into this on my own. This guitar is worth saving, at least to me. How much might it cost to have a new bridge fitted by a luthier?

wow never thought of calling epiphone/gibson. I will look into it. It really is a sweet guitar, or at least was. Not that that the action has drifted high and the intonation is a bit off it does not get played as much. If brought back to good condition it would be really nice to have. I will look into this. Thanks

I have a 1972 Epiphone FT-130 Cabellaro acousltic (I bought when I was 12, my first guitar). The adjustable bridge as a significant crack and needs to be replaced., and intonation is going out. I have a really nice Taylor, but I want to restore my old Epiphone, both for sentimental reasons, and I also love it's size for sitting on the sofa. What options do I have? Can I get a replacement adjustable bridge? I don't really care if its original. Would I be better to get a replacement non-adjustable bridge, bone saddle, bone nut? This guitar is still in fine shape, neck needs and ajustment and a new bridge. looing for best option. I actually sounds good for a concert size guitar. I am wondering if a non-adjustable bridge would improve sensitivity and tone? All help appreciated