Totally bummed

[judedog]

that reminds me of when my daughter nicked my guitar... i got really mad inside and then realized i was having a strange reaction. it is a tele relic...and i was mad there was a nick on it...

 

[Bogged]

gibsons are also known for headstocks breaking at that same weak point. i have a charvel that does not have the common wood leuve (sp?) for neck reinforcement on angled headstocks.

I believe volute is the word you're looking for.

 

[Ventura]

Good news! My guys at the shop tell me it's no big thing and once they get it back together it'll be stronger than before.

I just have to wait a couple of weeks for it.

Nice work, and that bit about it being stronger once repaired than before is true. It's just whether or not it 'feels' the same. If it doesn't, just spring for a new neck, a tech can have that thing back in play in no time at all. Having kids myself, I have my axes on wallmount Hercules hooks, or in their cases tucked away, what you've gone through is something I've always feared...

Mojo sent.

Peace,
V.

 

[gbsmusic]

Ha! No yelling or beating or anything, as far as she knows, it's fine. She'd have a meltdown if she knew the truth and would likely go try to buy me a new one. At the end of the day, it's just a hunk of wood. I don't lose my religion when stuff gets messed up, it's just stuff. Expensive stuff, but stuff.

Bless your heart!!!! You are a wonderful Dad my man!!!!

 

[rlord1974]

Keep in mind that your daughter is more precious than your guitar.

was

 

[Coopster]

Thanks everyone for the kind thoughts, I truly appreciate it!

I don't think the repair will mess with the feel much as the crack is at the very top of the neck and away from the fretboard. I think all will be good. Definitely putting it back in it's safe place and not out in the open when I get it back!

 

[vultures]

Looks like you're taking that $$$ out of her college fund for a new guitar!

 

[IHateRap]

Just to be fair, you're probably gonna have to smash a few home decorations with a hammer.