Don’t lose your head
This Jackson Dinky came into the workshop in a rough state. Not only was it in pieces, but the headstock had snapped clean through, leaving the guitar completely unplayable. On top of that, the tremolo wasn’t returning to pitch, the strings were old and uneven, and the guitar needed a full setup once the structural work was complete. This was the kind of job that shows the difference between just fixing a guitar and bringing one back to life. ⸻ The Damage The break was located at the headstock-to-neck transition, one of the most stressed areas on any guitar neck. These breaks are common on angled headstocks, especially when the guitar takes a fall. The damage included: • A full-depth crack, visible front and back • Splintering along the grain • Misalignment where the tuner-side face had shifted slightly This type of break looks dramatic, but when repaired correctly and reinforced internally, it can be as strong (or stronger) than before. ⸻ Headstock Repair Process 1. Joint Preparation ...