Electric Stars Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 Hi Guys, I'm restoring a black 1977 Gibson Explorer but struggling to find a replacement pickguard. As I don't have the original one to use as template, is there anyone out there that has a template for the original 76/77 pickguard or know where I can get a direct replacement. The current '76 reissue pickguard doesn't fit and the screw holes are in a different place. Cheers Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt. Pepper Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 Yep https://reverb.com/marketplace?query=76 explorer pickguard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave F Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 https://reverb.com/item/20878922-gibson-explorer-vintage-1970-s-gibson-explorer-pickguard-rare-guitar-part-circa-1977-pick-guar-1977 https://www.terrapinisland.com/2011/pdf/EX76RI-STD.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electric Stars Posted December 1, 2021 Author Share Posted December 1, 2021 Thanks guys, Dave F, unfortunately the 76 re-issue pickguard wont fit an actual 76-77 as they are different (as I found out when I ordered one). Cheers anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave F Posted December 1, 2021 Share Posted December 1, 2021 That site lets you printout a template. You can mark up changes and send it to them to have one made. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electric Stars Posted December 1, 2021 Author Share Posted December 1, 2021 Thanks Dave, much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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