Callier-Scollard Violins
Craig Scollard

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Unique and Unusual Instrument Repairs Not every instrument that comes through the shop fits the mold of traditional violin-family designs. Over the years at Callier-Scollard Violins, we’ve worked on ...
Cracks are one of the most common structural issues faced by violin-family instruments. Whether caused by impact, dryness, or tension over time, cracks can affect both the sound and stability of your instrument ...
... or uneven finish requires experience and subtlety. In this section, you'll find examples of cello, violin, and bass varnish repairs—from blending in small chips to reapplying entire finishes—along with ...
The fingerboard plays a critical role in both the feel and functionality of any violin-family instrument. Over time, fingerboards can become uneven, worn, or misaligned—affecting tone, string height, and ...
Neck Repairs The neck is one of the most important structural and tonal components of any violin-family instrument. Whether it's a violin, viola, cello, or bass, a damaged or misaligned neck can severely ...
Scroll Repairs The scroll is an iconic and essential part of every violin family instrument—adding both aesthetic beauty and balance to the instrument. Unfortunately, scrolls are also vulnerable to breakage ...
... layers—applying, drying, rubbing out, and repeating the process. A Long and Unexpected Journey It took time, but eventually, I was satisfied with the results. The cello remained in my shop for an extended ...
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 ...
... first step was to carefully remove the fingerboard to access the damaged neck and make the necessary repairs. Create Protective Molds: I designed molds to protect the edges of the neck during the clamping ...
This cello had one of the most challenging cracks to repair—caused by pressure from the soundpost, which caused the back to bulge slightly. The crack also ran diagonally across the grain, adding to the ...
Fixing a Bulging Bow Ring Ferrule Fixing a bow ring ferrule that’s bulging can be a necessary step when rehairing a bow. If left unchecked, the ferrule might not seat properly, affecting the bow’s performance. ...
  This student cello had a significant issue—a large hole in its plywood rib, with fractures spreading through its thin maple veneer. Given the instrument’s value, disassembling it for repair wasn’t ...
... I don't use their method. First you need to get rid of the built in wedge and fill in the tip so you can fit a normal block.<http://b.cs-violin-shop.com/p>     ...
Here is a student cello. Several years ago the neck and button were broken out. I aligned it and pinned it from the inside. This time it was dropped again and the neck even with a broken button heald steady, ...
This must be the bane of violin, viola, cello or bass repair. The old string are in the way, completely removing them is a waste of time. Creating a loop and hooking that loop around the pegs saves time. ...
When rehairing bows, sometimes you run across a frog where someone has drilled a hole so they can use a pin. Unfortunately they also drill a hole into the mortise so the hair will fit using the ...
Here is one that had no perl on the underslide. I'll try to fake which only takes a few minutes. Here are the steps Scrape any old glue off the slide Put the slide on a piece of Cellophane Cover ...
When rehairing a bow and the frog is not seated correctly on the stick, it neds to be adjusted. Use a pair of needle nose plyers, don't use the bow's screw because you can easily wreck the lining. Usually ...
...  More Frog Tongue repairs.  ...
When a slide is stuck or has been glued in, you can inject a little water and a small amount of heat to free up the slide.   Note mixing needles also work good for injecting a little ...
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