1. Bow Repairs | Examples of Repaired Bows | Expert Bow Repair Services
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These are bows that I have repaired over the years. Interestingly in February 2017 there were six bows with broken off heads that I had worked on or was in the process of working on. Another head break ...

2. Bow Repair: Fixing a Broken Bow Tip and Mortice Blowout
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This bow had the back of the tip break and the back of the bow mortice blow out. Here are the repair steps and some photos. Carefully glue the broken piece back Remove the damaged tip Fit a piece ...

3. How to Repair a Broken Bow Head: Spline, Pin or Staple Method?
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Normally bow heads break off above the stick, and I have repaired a lot of those types of breaks. Forty years ago I would use a spline. My first method was using a straight cut and then filling the kerf ...

4. Bow Slide Repair and Replacement | Expert Tips | Callier-Scollard Violin Shop
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... that goes under the ring.   Sometimes bow slides are missing a little chunk of mother of perl. If it's a nece bow you just need to fit a new slide. For other bows a temporary ...

5. Bow Frog Repair Methods
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Sometimes when you are rehairing a bow, you remove the ring off a frog and there is nothing holding the broken tongue together. Where there is a large crack surface area it can be glued back together. ...

6. Repairing Broken Bows Near the Frog: Step-by-Step Guide
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Repairing an Inexpensive Bow with Breaks Near the Frog This bow had multiple breaks near the frog, requiring a secure repair to restore its function. Below are the basic steps I followed: Clean the ...

7. Repairing Loose or Broken Frog Edges During Bow Rehairing
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While in the process of rehairing a bow, you slide the ring off and the edge of the frog is broken and loose or it just falls off. Ugh. If it's an inexpensive bow and it lines up perfectly you can just ...

8. Carbon Fiber Break
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... turn up into the head, it most likely would not have broken.   Make a quick templet so I can cut the fiber to the correct shape. Then wrap it around the stick and the head. Finish off the ...

9. Cell with hole in back
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... glued into the hole. Staggered cleats were added to support the broken pieces. I fixed a couple of previous rib cracks and then put the top back on and did the varnish touch up. Here are some shots of ...

10. Preventing Bow Bugs and Cleaning Your Violin Case | Useful Tips | Callier-Scollard Violin Shop
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If you have opened your case after not playing for a while and the hairs are breaking it might be the work of the "Carpet Beetle Larvae". They like to eat horsehair when it's in a dark case. They tend ...

11. When to Rehair Your Bow | Bow Maintenance Tips | Callier-Scollard Violin Shop
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When should I rehair my bow? Most of the hair is broken from playing The hair has been eaten by Carpet Beetle Larvae The hair is very old and britle Putting rosin on the hair and it still seems ...

12. String Instrument Repairs | Violin, Cello, Bass & Bow Restoration Services
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... so you can easily explore the techniques that match your instrument’s specific needs. Violin Repair and Restoration... Violin Bow Rehairs Viola Bow Rehairs Cello Bow Rehairs Bass Bow Rehairs ...

13. Professional Bow Repair Services | Callier-Scollard Violins
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Bow Repairs The bow is an essential component of stringed instruments, and proper maintenance ensures both longevity and performance. Over time, bows can suffer from a wide variety of issues, from breaks ...

14. Bow Frog Repair Services | Restoration Techniques and Guides
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The frog is a crucial component of the bow, responsible for securing and adjusting the bow hair. Over time, wear and damage to the frog can significantly affect playability and performance. Our collection ...