Battered 40's Gibsons

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  • @brianlegg6009
    @brianlegg6009 Před rokem +21

    I'm glad you're feeling better, Ted. I pray you continue to recover your health.

  • @myoptik3x103
    @myoptik3x103 Před rokem +42

    Sorry to hear about your kidney stone experience. I had one once and the amount of pain generated was almost unbelievable. I will pass on the advice my urologist gave me, he said “I only see the patients of mine that don’t drink lots of water.”

    • @conbro0985
      @conbro0985 Před rokem +3

      Never passed a kidney stone but have had a uti that hurt like hell so I drink plenty of water to be safe

    • @fubar1217
      @fubar1217 Před rokem +4

      I drink nearly 3 liters of water a day now trying to avoid kidney stone #4! I've been lucky as they haven't been that painful and I've had them ultrasonically blasted to pieces before having to pass them (the two big ones got stuck between the kidney and bladder).

    • @jimmythekid1
      @jimmythekid1 Před rokem +2

      I drink tons of water and still get them, I’ve had maybe 7-8 in the last 20 years. They definitely still hurt, but I can work through them now.

    • @mtwseneca
      @mtwseneca Před rokem

      @@jimmythekid1 Large amounts of chocolate (contains oxalic acid which forms into stones) and nuts will create stones.

  • @10000rambos
    @10000rambos Před rokem +5

    7:17 The double pickguards would be for when you’d want to stick your head thru back of the guitar, and pose for a picture as the comic strip character Cathy

  • @Gargvarr
    @Gargvarr Před rokem +11

    I had kidney stones twice in my life 30 years apart…and the pain is so absolute and unique that as soon as I got the first pang the second time I immediately knew what it was. Amazing how a tiny stone can bring a person to their knees.

  • @jeffsquires6620
    @jeffsquires6620 Před rokem +8

    Awesome. Better late than never. Hope you are feeling better.

  • @brucejoaniewilliams3213
    @brucejoaniewilliams3213 Před rokem +134

    It's been said many, many times, and I'll say it now. It's enjoyable and relaxing viewing your videos. The history lesson, thoughtful approach to repairs, and masterful skills utilized in said repairs makes for entertaining, educational youtube time. I occasionally watch another repair guy, super nice man, honest, hides no mistakes he makes, but watching his approach to repair tends to elevate my blood pressure. My wife doesn't let me watch him anymore.

    • @waybackplayback1347
      @waybackplayback1347 Před rokem

      There's several who would otherwise have a decent channel but who have to go to left field and I think, "Umm...". I grew up with guns. That will inform you about who is a shithouse lawyer really fast. 🙄

    • @ars3nal181
      @ars3nal181 Před rokem +4

      🌹 a

    • @ileutur6863
      @ileutur6863 Před rokem +2

      Is it Dave? For me its Dave. His conservative view of bass guitars drives me nuts sometimes

    • @btlmania64
      @btlmania64 Před rokem +5

      @@waybackplayback1347 huh ??

    • @ziggylayneable
      @ziggylayneable Před rokem +7

      Jerry elevates my blood pressure sometimes. But he's such a nice guy

  • @DTGuitarTech
    @DTGuitarTech Před rokem +47

    Love this! Can’t wait for part 2. Decrepitude is now my new favourite word after watching this video. Loving the history.

    • @martin-1965
      @martin-1965 Před rokem

      Yup, love every new Woodford show from Tim. Have to do some work on a few electrics in my shop tomorrow so always puts me in the correct meditative and focused state of mind to get the work done properly. Just happen to be wearing my Woodford Headstock Re-Capitation Service T-shirt tonight by chance. Have to agree - love the word "decrepitude" almost as much as "re-capitation" 😎

  • @ThatandCo
    @ThatandCo Před rokem +3

    Hank Williams said, he played his Martins on stage only and saved the Gibson's for the Honky Tonk's . when asked why he said Gibson's can take a beer bottle better than a Martin....

  • @petermorris6052
    @petermorris6052 Před rokem +26

    Ted, thank you for making these videos. I've been playing guitar since about 1957 or 1958, and admired guitars and their sound since about 1954-5 when I would hear my Dad's jazz records. Your dispassionate yet humorous discussion of all things guitar (and bass and...) is delightful and instructional, even for someone who will never build or repair a guitar.

  • @mattcarroll5603
    @mattcarroll5603 Před rokem +5

    I like people who use phrases like "honkin big". That's the main reason why I watch these. Thanks, Ted!

  • @scotteverett7834
    @scotteverett7834 Před rokem +3

    I must be going mad but I saw the double pick guard and thought minion!! I need a lie down

  • @tonymurphy2624
    @tonymurphy2624 Před rokem +6

    Sympathies on the kidley stone. I've been laid up for a week with them.
    Always fun to note the passing references to things that expose the breadth of your reading. From geology to Camus.

  • @robertshorthill6836
    @robertshorthill6836 Před rokem +1

    Hello Ted, with this harsh/cold/interminal winter in the states, the one thing ( of only a few ) that cheers me up a bit is a dose of twoodford. Cheers, mate. Bob in Montana

  • @swbusby
    @swbusby Před rokem +2

    I'm looking forward to your next video in this series.

  • @deejackson5930
    @deejackson5930 Před rokem +4

    I passed a school bus this morning. This series is going to be fun to watch.

    • @zapa1pnt
      @zapa1pnt Před rokem +3

      I hope it didn't have it's stop sign out.

    • @waybackplayback1347
      @waybackplayback1347 Před rokem +3

      Reminds me of a joke I heard years ago: Coach asked a kid if he thought he could pass a football. You see where this is going. 😂

  • @stevencox8575
    @stevencox8575 Před rokem +5

    Oh, and sorry for the Kidney stone! Glad it's no longer spending time with you.

  • @stevecroft5068
    @stevecroft5068 Před rokem +8

    I love old Gibson acoustics, so really looking forward to seeing how these turn out. I have every confidence that you'll end up with three guitars I'll drool over, Ted.

  • @fronts3165
    @fronts3165 Před rokem

    The big extra thick pick guard looks like a surfboard fin from the angle you filmed while measuring the thickness with your micrometer. 😂 Love your content, history lesson adds so much. Thanks 🙏🏻

  • @GuitarQuackery
    @GuitarQuackery Před rokem

    I work on guitars all day, 7 days per week, and when I come home I still love watching you work on guitars. LOL.

  • @smbrumbaugh
    @smbrumbaugh Před rokem +3

    I think I find your detective work on what's been done before you got it as interesting as the wonderful repairs you do. Great sleuthing!!!

  • @lesboothe7291
    @lesboothe7291 Před rokem +5

    This will be a fun series, hoping the sunburst SJ keeps it's play wear and the other 2 get refinished.

  • @johnrathbun2943
    @johnrathbun2943 Před rokem +3

    I get great joy in watching your videos. But I could never do it because I actually like playing guitar. If I had to deal with the stuff that you deal with every week I don't think I would like the guitar any more. Wish you luck in keeping your sanity.

  • @johnwhitaker545
    @johnwhitaker545 Před rokem +16

    These go by so fast. 23 minutes felt more like 5.

  • @langezeit6926
    @langezeit6926 Před rokem +2

    thanks for making these videos and i hope you recover well.

  • @ronwheeler1400
    @ronwheeler1400 Před rokem +2

    I am very excited to watch this series of videos.

  • @stevehowell231
    @stevehowell231 Před rokem +2

    Agree on the construction differences. But the sound of these big old Gibsons is great.

  • @RedHeadGuitar
    @RedHeadGuitar Před rokem +6

    Guitar philosophy. Love it!

  • @ubmastering
    @ubmastering Před rokem +4

    That tiger stripe material is beautiful. Can't wait to see it on the guitar.

  • @MolliesDad
    @MolliesDad Před rokem +4

    Thanks Ted. I enjoy these posts enormously. You’re the best. D.🙏👍🌟

  • @SuperPlopman
    @SuperPlopman Před rokem +1

    When ever I’m stressed, and find a need to improve my mental health, I either go birdwatching or watch your videos. They are one of my go to therapy tools for which I thank you 🙂. Can’t wait to see a new one arrive in my tray 👍

  • @joelonsdale
    @joelonsdale Před rokem

    Really enjoyable video. Looking forward to seeing these beauties get more beautiful!

  • @Dave-White
    @Dave-White Před rokem +6

    Great video - looking forward to part 2 and hope you are feeling better!

  • @terryeaster1
    @terryeaster1 Před 2 měsíci

    My heart broke so many times as you were documenting the previous work done in the SJ. I do not mean to demean the work of previous luthier, i am just so very glad they ended up in your shop as i love Gibson jumbo acoustic guitars. These guitars deserve to be saved for generations to enjoy.

  • @AROSFC
    @AROSFC Před rokem +4

    'fellow kidney stoner' here! Only the 'brave' who passed through a kidney stone crisis will aknowledge a kneeling pain....Nice video as always

    • @Candywarhol
      @Candywarhol Před rokem +2

      Maybe we need a 12-step group program. I was at the YMCA on a treadmill the first time I knew the agony of renal lithiasis

  • @stephenmctaggart8400
    @stephenmctaggart8400 Před rokem +2

    Absolutely riveting video. Thanks so much. Sorry to hear about your kidney stones.

  • @Sammywhat
    @Sammywhat Před rokem +2

    These are great! Lovely history. Thank you and recover well, kind sir!

  • @timothycormier3494
    @timothycormier3494 Před rokem +3

    Oh man! I’m totally invested into this video now. I’m curious to see that one finished. Come on pt2

  • @stevenmonk4346
    @stevenmonk4346 Před rokem +1

    Can’t wait for the next video. Good luck!

  • @donaldfisher8556
    @donaldfisher8556 Před rokem

    Ted, you have us hooked. This is incredible. Thank you

  • @alexbostelle287
    @alexbostelle287 Před rokem +1

    The attractive aesthetic of decay

  • @tinman8518
    @tinman8518 Před rokem +3

    Battered but beautiful. Gibson has the most beautiful sunburst guitars. None better I don't think.

  • @johnnieboi
    @johnnieboi Před rokem +5

    Great content and history information as usual, sorry to hear about your kidney stone i had one years ago and it wasnt fun, good to see you had a mention on the Driftwood Guitars page who utilised your neck removal method ...and finally....im looking forward to the next instalment...

  • @SixSixthSix
    @SixSixthSix Před rokem

    I just love all the nerdy stuff man!
    Great episode!

  • @podfuk
    @podfuk Před rokem

    Interesting bunch of guitars, loved to hear your tought process, can't wait for more!

  • @lilogon2969
    @lilogon2969 Před rokem +3

    I didn‘t want it to stop 🥺

  • @seanj3667
    @seanj3667 Před rokem +1

    Ouch. I hope you are feeling better. I'm happy for the Tuesday video I was not expecting.

  • @WillHeritage
    @WillHeritage Před rokem +2

    I haven't commented before, but I thought it was time to say thank you for making great videos that have been something to look forward to for years. My favourite channel on CZcams. Have a good one!

  • @billhillard
    @billhillard Před rokem

    Dear Mr. Woodford, I LOVE your show. Thank you so very much for these videos! I do love how you accurately incorporate the history of these guitars with your masterful woodworking and luthiery. I have seen EVERY episode. Thank you for posting these. I am blessed to have a masterful luthier work on my instruments. He is a dear friend of mine who is a professional luthier and I do some very amateur luthiery myself. I have focused more on the playing end of the music scene, but have nothing but respect for you people who can do these wonderful things to wood (insert joke here) and string. I am unsure how you master so many different disciplines to do these repairs (especially in one lifetime), but bravo sir! Have a pleasant day.

  • @darrinswanson
    @darrinswanson Před rokem +1

    Interesting projects! Thanks for documenting it, have a good rest!

  • @adamjonassen5732
    @adamjonassen5732 Před rokem +2

    Ugh sorry to hear about the stone . take care in your recovery

  • @pks41805
    @pks41805 Před rokem +1

    I enjoy the history of the guitars you book in, thanks.

  • @MrRoderickkohn
    @MrRoderickkohn Před rokem

    I really appreciate your work.

  • @grene1955
    @grene1955 Před rokem

    This was fantastic, I can't wait to see the follow up. I always learn SO MUCH from your vids! In the meantime, I hope you feel better fast!

  • @ShannonFerguson
    @ShannonFerguson Před rokem

    Thanks, Ted. I love listening to you talk about guitars.

  • @stevesmith6554
    @stevesmith6554 Před rokem

    Thank you so much Ted for your videos. You are a pleasure to watch and learn from your art. Hope you feel better.

  • @Catonius
    @Catonius Před rokem

    thanks Ted, brilliant as always. Good health to you Sir.

  • @BayAreaBrenner
    @BayAreaBrenner Před rokem

    Glad to hear you’re doing well, and love these videos. This one’s keeping my mind occupied while dealing with a foot issue myself. Keep ‘em coming!

  • @TommySG1
    @TommySG1 Před rokem

    Loved this episode / discussion Ted,as always thanks for sharing your expertise 🤙

  • @bryceonice5198
    @bryceonice5198 Před rokem

    Speaking of battered, my oldest guitar is a 1960 Kay. Made of plywood, "steel reinforcement", and brass. I've had a blast gluing everything back together and polishing it. Planing my own shim. Replacing nuts, bolts, tuner buttons etc etc. Turned it into a real Frankenstein looking project.

  • @retalt
    @retalt Před rokem

    This is going to be a wild journey. I'm really looking forward to these videos. Cheers.

  • @scaira60
    @scaira60 Před rokem

    Awesome Ted, I can’t wait for part 2. 👍🎸🎹🎼👨🏻‍🦯

  • @aarondoig
    @aarondoig Před rokem

    Great stuff. Looking forward to further videos on these.

  • @ctcards2636
    @ctcards2636 Před rokem

    Oh those guards looked terrible on that guitar haha. Great job as always, greatly appreciate your videos and the time you take out of your busy schedule to make these for all of us. Thanks very much.

  • @terryeaster1
    @terryeaster1 Před rokem +4

    Still praying for your health brother

  • @NitroModelsAndComics
    @NitroModelsAndComics Před rokem

    Looking forward to these repairs. These are my favorite jumbos ever.

  • @DanelonNicolas
    @DanelonNicolas Před rokem

    I just can not believe those guitars are functional today! Awesome work! AMAZING

  • @markjames9487
    @markjames9487 Před rokem

    These videos are mind blowing. Totally obsessive viewing. Your a true craftsman

  • @memoran1
    @memoran1 Před rokem

    Hope your recovery goes well, lovely video as always.

  • @racpa5
    @racpa5 Před rokem +2

    Kidney stones just suck. So sorry for your pain.

  • @quad1000
    @quad1000 Před rokem

    Great stuff, I watch a lot of your videos. Always informative.

  • @scottreynolds4252
    @scottreynolds4252 Před rokem

    Hope you get better soon. Thanks for the background on the Gibsons. It is a very exciting job load!

  • @jenniferwhitewolf3784

    I enjoy the discussion on the philosophy of repair and restoration. ... the balance between "art" preservation, functionality of play, and general period aesthetics. Very good.

  • @thewaygokid3135
    @thewaygokid3135 Před rokem

    This is going to be a great series! I hope you film it all and take us on a 5-6 part journey.

  • @likeakite
    @likeakite Před rokem +1

    We don't get to see too many pre war Gibsons in the UK so, that was an interesting video for me. Thanks

  • @ModernVintageFilm
    @ModernVintageFilm Před rokem +4

    And deep fried.

  • @bobmcdoggish9659
    @bobmcdoggish9659 Před rokem

    You exhibit amazing patience with these old guitars.

  • @luizdejesus6240
    @luizdejesus6240 Před rokem

    Player grade getting help provides for a great episode. Thanks and hope you feel better soon...

  • @family-accountemail9111
    @family-accountemail9111 Před rokem +1

    This made my evening!

  • @RockStarOscarStern634
    @RockStarOscarStern634 Před rokem +2

    twoodfrd
    I love these Guitars. Power Pins would help w/ restringing

  • @gregoaks4413
    @gregoaks4413 Před rokem

    I hit the like button even b-4 Ted starts that's how GOOD he is

  • @Ukedc259
    @Ukedc259 Před rokem +2

    Always much enthused to see one of your exemplary vids land on my planet. Thanks. Sorry to hear about your kidney stone. Ouch.

  • @cavacofonseca
    @cavacofonseca Před rokem

    Get well Ted. Thanks for your effort of putting out videos

  • @kevinhill1848
    @kevinhill1848 Před rokem

    Brilliant and informative video Ted. It's like having a dose of feel good medicine 🙂
    Thanks for posting.
    Keep safe 👍

  • @pascalgalipeau1796
    @pascalgalipeau1796 Před rokem +1

    Very interesting. Thanks for sharing.
    I have a guitar in similar state with a local luthier here in Ottawa. Can’t wait to see what it sounds like.

  • @victorparis7189
    @victorparis7189 Před rokem +1

    Can't wait for the next installment!

  • @leostask
    @leostask Před rokem

    When I first saw the double pick guards my mind flashed back immediately to the mud guards on my dad's old pickup truck!😂

  • @johnnypk1963
    @johnnypk1963 Před rokem

    Love it when u drop names like Folkways. Wow, what a nice collection of guitars and services. 15:00

  • @limpindug
    @limpindug Před rokem

    Smashin history lesson Ted, I really enjoyed the video +1 it's great you're restoring these vintage guitars and giving them their voice back with sympathetic repairs. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍👍👍🥃Respect to you mate. Hope your health is on the mend.

  • @frankcarter6427
    @frankcarter6427 Před rokem +3

    the fella on driftwood guitar channel was talking about Ted - he copied the hot wire neck removal trick with great success on an old Martin.

  • @scottvangiesen6199
    @scottvangiesen6199 Před rokem +4

    Ahhhh it’s a good afternoon…

  • @pablo7182
    @pablo7182 Před rokem

    Just saw the latest Driftwood guitars video and lo and behold they talk about your neck reset technique. Great to see them recommending your channel!

  • @oldtimefolkie
    @oldtimefolkie Před rokem +1

    Amazing video. As a geologist I appreciate the wood to rock comparisons!

  • @thecaveofthedead
    @thecaveofthedead Před rokem

    I love slope shouldered Gibson dreadnoughts so these vids are going to be a real treat for me.

  • @daveandrews5485
    @daveandrews5485 Před rokem

    As always we get enjoyable history nuggets from Ted and a small nugget that comes under the heading of “too much information”. 😂

  • @timgelder4263
    @timgelder4263 Před rokem +2

    I love those guitars! I have a much later j45

  • @sentforth5
    @sentforth5 Před rokem +1

    Hello from Rochester!

  • @PhilosopherThom
    @PhilosopherThom Před rokem

    I am excited about this series! I love the slope shoulders from Gibson. A J50 is one of my absolute dream guitars.
    With the big pickguard.
    Because plenty of people have sounded great with those.

  • @TruthAndMoreTruth
    @TruthAndMoreTruth Před rokem +1

    2023 that $45 would about $826. The idea that an American made Gibson could be had at retail for this price insane and clearly shows how obscene the price for legacy branded instruments has become.

  • @jeffreylarson8533
    @jeffreylarson8533 Před rokem +2

    nicely done

  • @QuestionMan
    @QuestionMan Před rokem +2

    Turns out, you can still check out that Gibson flat top guitars book at the library. It's available for check out at the Internet Archive.