1. 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 ...

2. Tortoiseshell Frog Repair & Gold Wrap Replacement
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Tortoiseshell Frog Repair & Gold Wrap Replacement This gold and tortoiseshell frog had a missing section on the underslide near the grip. The area was particularly transparent, making the damage ...

3. Bow Rehairing | Quick Solution for Missing Tongue | Callier-Scollard Violin Shop
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Sometimes when rehairing a student bow, the tongue is almost completely missing. If that's the case, fitting a wedge will not hold. Usually it's not worth making a new ebony tongue or fitting a new frog. ...

4. Cello Varnish Matching: Restoring Original Finish
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... However, the original touch-up had soaked deep into the wood, making it difficult for new varnish to adhere. It felt almost like trying to apply varnish over plastic. My first attempt at recoloring went ...

5. Callier Violin Shop: A Legacy of Master Craftsmanship in Hollywood and Pasadena
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When Frank J Callier moved from San Antonio Texas to Hollywood Ca he opened the Callier Violin Shop at 5906 W. Sunset Blvd. He made about 300 violins and about 3,000 bows. On Sundays he came into the shop ...