how long does it take to...

Merlemantel · #1 04-18-2024, 03:58 PM

make a bone saddle (replace one) and intonate? On average? (non-compensated saddle) - very experienced tech (i.e., not me!)

Guitars44me · #2 04-18-2024, 04:10 PM

How often has the tech (or you) done it?

The more the speedier…. So to say, I figure

Some of you who do this stuff will chime in soon, no doubt!

Cheers

Paul

runamuck · #3 04-19-2024, 06:35 PM

I'm not a pro tech but it takes me about an hour.

Tim McKnight · #4 04-19-2024, 06:39 PM

With the proper tools, blank to buffed ~ 10 minutes.

Rodger · #5 04-20-2024, 12:03 PM

I watched Tim McKnight go from saddle blank to installed in about 5 minutes. Including compensated B string. I was speechless. Watching a true master craftsman at work was awe inspiring.

LAPlayer · #6 04-20-2024, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Merlemantel

how long does it take to...make a bone saddle (replace one) and intonate? On average? (non-compensated saddle) - very experienced tech (i.e., not me!)

I don't know but, it takes me about 15 minutes to drive to my tech each way. Then about the same a week later, so ... about 1-2 hours depending on traffic.

It would take me much longer to try to make one myself and it would never be perfect.

Merlemantel · #7 04-20-2024, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by LAPlayer

I don't know but, it takes me about 15 minutes to drive to my tech each way. Then about the same a week later, so ... about 1-2 hours depending on traffic.

It would take me much longer to try to make one myself and it would never be perfect.

I would never attempt this. I was wondering what a reasonable time would be to expect the tech to finish that job.

LAPlayer · #8 04-20-2024, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Merlemantel

I would never attempt this. I was wondering what a reasonable time would be to expect the tech to finish that job.

From my experience, with a top-tier luthier, about $100 worth of time/materials.

Merlemantel · #9 04-20-2024, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by LAPlayer

From my experience, with a top-tier luthier, about $100 worth of time/materials.

Right on. Finished it in time for me to pick it up today - taking it with me on a trip, leaving tomorrow, all good.

LAPlayer · #10 04-20-2024, 04:00 PM

I also picked one up yesterday. Had the bridge slotted, new saddle made, full new set up and all is good.

Merlemantel · #11 04-20-2024, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by LAPlayer

I also picked one up yesterday. Had the bridge slotted, new saddle made, full new set up and all is good.

Glad it turned out well!