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The WORST headstock repair I've ever seen...

112K views · Jan 1, 2026 · Howto & Style

Comments · 848

  • @Scrouik007 · 8 months ago

    What an incredible job. I'm sure the neck is now stronger than it was when it left the factory.

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  • @Dark_LoreVT · 8 months ago

    Every time i see such a great headstock repair.. I always think.  Man.. If that was mine I'd want the neck left unpainted. To show off the craftsmanship.  ❤

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  • @sbrown1953 · 6 months ago

    Many years ago, before the Internet told us the correct way to do things, I repaired a snapped off headstock on a '70s Hagström Swede. I got it quite cheap, as the previous repair attempt used a pair of cheap Stove Bolts (the kind with the square nuts), that went right through the neck, and had dug square divots into the crushed Mahogany. I used Bondo to fill the divots, sanded smooth, and 2 part Epoxy to glue. Fairly close colour match with a spray can off the shelf at the hardware store, and looked OK from arm's length. It held fine until my older Son left the guitar on his bed, and his younger brother sat on it.

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  • @D-Lach · 8 months ago

    I've watched tons of headstock repair videos over the years. Everything about this one -- the narration, the craftsmanship, the ability to solve problems -- is on a higher level. Your talent is awe-inspiring.

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  • @Col69in · 4 days ago

    Hope you find the perfect place, don’t worry I pretty sure everyone will be here when you get back , your an awesome, creative woodworker, and a pleasure to watch, see you soon, Colin 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @tonytramonti5828 · 10 hours ago (edited)

    After all that work and successful repair he’s still got the blues at the end 😂

  • @RollerDiscoKing · 5 months ago

    Love the repair and the props to Roy, you’re a man of character.

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  • @rockinguitar101 · 8 months ago

    Great work, the best repair I have ever seen. You brought her back to life, Kudo's

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  • @uncleremus64 · 8 months ago

    You're not an a-hole. I truly appreciate your honesty and care in explaining your thought process as you go through these repairs. Happy new year! Keep 'em coming.

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  • @pattylevasseur4041 · 5 months ago

    holy hells bells   !!    outstanding job !!!!  whoever is getting this guitar back will be beyound grateful!!!!!!

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  • @thejone6067 · 8 months ago

    What a joy to watch a real craftsman at work!

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  • @polymorphism1966 · 8 months ago

    I came across your channel by accident, and man I’m blown away at your craftsmanship. I followed you instantly. Keep up the great work.

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