1. How to Repair a Broken Bow Head: Spline, Pin or Staple Method?
( General » Repairs )

... farther away from the stick. Both of these methods should have the grain at a 45 degree angle, which is much stronger but the repair is more apparent. I run across a lot of bows that break again because ...

2. Bow Repair: How to Bush the Bottom of the Hole | Preventing Screw Damage on Older Bows
( General » Repairs )

There are two things that hold the tension of the hair. The bow nut and the bottom of the hole that the screw turns in. Over time on some older bows, the screw will sometimes start drilling into the ...

3. Bow Thumb Grips and Wrapping for Violin, Viola, Cello, and Bass | Prices and Options
( General » Repairs )

Thumb grips tend to wear down. Once you have worn down the leather you should have the grip replaced. I have seen lots of nice bows that have a large indent in the stick which could have easily been prevented ...