A tragic accident—this Gibson SG took a fall, snapping its neck! 😱 But is it game over? In this video, StewMac tech Gene Imbody walks you through the techniques he uses to bring this classic guitar back to life—stronger than ever.
Watch as he carefully preps the break, applies expert repair methods, and fine-tunes the finish to make this SG sing again. Whether you're a luthier, a DIY repair enthusiast, or just a fan of guitar restoration, this is one repair you don’t want to miss!
0:00 How bad is it?
9:30 Applying glue
14:25 Clamping the neck
17:00 Clean up & burnish
22:35 Touch ups
26:30 Restring and test
Tools and supplies featured in this video include:
Quick String Change Set
https://www.stewmac.com/item/1562
Guitar Tech Screwdriver Set
https://www.stewmac.com/item/3000
Guitar Repair Vise
https://www.stewmac.com/item/103315
Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue
https://www.stewmac.com/item/0608
21 Gauge Needles, Pack of 5
https://www.stewmac.com/item/3037
Glue Syringe Set
https://www.stewmac.com/item/3020
Cam Clamps
https://www.stewmac.com/item/3721
Rubber Clamping Bands
https://www.stewmac.com/item/1256
ColorTone Touch-Up Markers
https://www.stewmac.com/item/7055
StewMac Super Glue
https://www.stewmac.com/item/0010
Micro-Mesh Soft Touch Pads
https://www.stewmac.com/item/3730
Basic Setup Kit
https://www.stewmac.com/item/3910
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