278 RSW Gibson Guitar From England Rebuild Well Almost P3

[@oldskoolfool141]

We live in a world where they make movies they don't care if people like as long as it makes money, where goods are built to break, where customer service is passed around until the customer gives up trying, but the dedication you show to your craft really restores faith in humanity, your determination to address every detail so thoroughly is so rare these days, sir you are appreciated

[@paulweir4654]

Hi Jerry, Just watched all three films great entertainment what a fine craftsman. I am sat in bed in northern England whilst quarantined with this coronavirus and what better way to pass the time. Thanks so much when we finally get through this ordeal I'm going to set about my old 57 Hofner congress you have inspired plenty of amateur pickers on this side of the pond. God bless you and keep up the good work.

[@patgoudge2837]

😅

[@teleman65]

Jerry I hope you take a sec. and read this. I really feel you need to take a short break and take sometime to yourself. It really seems the trolls and other opinions are getting under your skin. Sir you are a master craftsman and your work speaks for itself. you have a heart of gold and so much love for what you do. Please stop letting these idiots get to you. Its not worth it messing with your nerves. You never should have to make excuses for how or why you do what you do. I just wish I had the talent you have in you pinky toe. Id be tickled pink. Thank you sir for your videos they inspire me. you are a good man. I hope God continues to bless you and keep you and your family healthy and strong. Least I will being praying he does that for you. Thanks you again.

[@rrrosecarbinela]

Indeed. I agree, Jerry, don't let them get under your skin. we have unique gifts and unique ways of using them and what works for someone else may not necessarily work for you. And I have heard you say repeatedly that you have tried a lot of the suggestions people have made. You be you, Jerry. It is the best "thank you" you can express to God.

[@kinsleykhoo48]

I agree too - your a good man Jerry and a treasure to us all...Thank you for sharing your work with us

[@sgtgrash]

I could not have put it better myself. Jerry, you are a master craftsman and moreover, one who is eager to explore new and alternative techniques, that is a rare gift. Enjoy it, don't excuse it.

[@stevengreen3003]

From England.....I love what you did to that Gibson..keep it up

[@barryengle12666]

well I'm not gonna suggest Jerry take a break necessarily, but everything else you say there is spot on. We all do things a bit different with our instruments, but the fact is what Jerry does here is pretty darn amazing and the critics can go sit in the corner and watch and learn something. ignore the idiots. you simply do fantastic work and I enjoy every single video you post.

[@johnduffield3269]

What a fantastic job, everything I hoped for and more. The break angle on the strings over the new bridge is amazing, what a transformation. The tuning key popped off the first day I had the guitar, I was so disappointed. I pushed it back on with a dab of suprglue! Your fix is so much better, it only waited about 30 years for you to do the job properly. I can’t thank you enough for your thorough master craftsmanship.and addressing all the issues the guitar threw at you. Seeing you clean the guitar was so helpful, I guess I have always been worried about applying a cleaner and wax but what a great job. .it was a mission getting the guitar from the UK to your workshop but it was 100% worth it. Having the repair on video is fantastic. Huge thanks John

[@RosaStringWorks]

Glad you liked it. It really turned out awesome.

[@matwhite57]

John I’ve just watched all three episodes on your repairs. What a job Jerry does. I’m interested in the polish he used, “semi chrome polish” and “heritage wax” are these products available in the uk? Are they ok for guitars finished in nitro? Cheers

[@danieljackson6427]

It was nice to see your response to getting the guitar back. It leaves an empty spot when we don't hear how our efforts are recieved on projects we take on !

[@gfurstnsu]

He is a talking machine! I do not mean in a negative way, but in a positive way. Never misses a chance to explain all that he does. He leaves nothing to one’s imagination. Exactly the way a good teacher does!

[@richardherrington6922]

You are such a Christian!! The love in your heart for the man that lost his wife and to write him a song to help erase the loss he suffered !!! You are the true meaning of love !!! God Bless you and your family, cause God has Blessed me through your videos !!!

[@ZosoHacker]

I watch more RSW than any other channel on KZbin, Netflix and TV. Can't get enough.

[@edwardpetersen4309]

Those 3 videos rivaled The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Needed the Jumbo sized popcorn. I can see the bloke in the UK hugging that old Gibson which you resurrected tight to his chest and whispering, "My Precious" just like Gollum.

[@pmcm-ih1ep]

What an honour to hear that song.... it certainly choked me up.

[@johndough7224]

Retired Carpenter here. 45 Years worth and you my friend are a Master Craftsman. i've been following you for over a year and just yanked the neck off of a 52 Harmony Hollywood. This will be my first neck reset and it is you who gave me the confidence to go for it. I want to say thanks for all you do and as long as your videos are here I' keep watching. Thanks a million.

[@jbann23]

Talk about losers. I can't believe anyone would 'thumbs down' such a high quality video. Maybe some 'would be' luthiers with their little feelin's hurted. Best video I've ever seen on the subject of guitar repair.

[@charliedurham1954]

Beautiful guitar,first class workmanship as always,and a wonderful song . A touching story. Thank you.

[@akfisher7138]

That was great. Thank you for informative, engaging videos interspersed with intrigue, drama, and humour. From Northumberland UK near Hadrian's Wall

[@texasdeeslinglead2401]

If it had been me working on that , it would have been a cardboard box full of toothpicks and a note stating how sorry I was for not lighting it on fire . Man , you really are impressive.

[@BuddyChartrand]

I'm glad you didn't darken the bridge. That bridge is one of the most beautiful objects I've ever seen.

[@zankyalbo2208]

Jerry, I was stunned by your story at the end. I have a photo of my best friend at 3pm and he was killed in a car accident at 2am the next morning. That was in October of 1975 and I still miss George to this day. Thanks !

[@paulfischer-yz6go]

I Really enjoy your videos! I am a musician (Guitar and Bass) and have been for 55 years. 40 years ago I was blessed to make a good friend (Luthier) and I was able to watch him minute by minute while he built his guitars, both acoustic and electric. He schooled me thru building myself a six string electric Guitar and a four string electric Bass which I still play to this day. My friend was as much a perfectionist as you are and you make me feel as though I'm right there with him. He passed 10 years ago and I miss him a lot. I'm glad I found your channel and wish you well. I'll be watching!

[@syfikit]

Thanks my friend love the work you do as a craftsman and the country music is great too!

[@HanfordLovesLife]

These are the only videos I get excited about anymore.

[@jescocom1]

Me too

[@randolphpatterson5061]

It's these and the Project Binky videos for me.

[@Gunslinger320]

Jerry Rosa, Project Binky, Andertons, and Mark's Guitat of the Day are all I need for KZbin lol

[@randolphpatterson5061]

Sometimes it's all I can do to sit through a good movie, but I was glued to the computer for this whole series of 3 videos. Great job, Jerry, and thanks for all the insight & info.

[@dirkg7062]

Great job restoring the guitar. And a beautiful sad song you wrote at the end.

[@thomastourville1674]

God Bless You for writing that song for that gentleman. Thanks you very much sure enjoyed your show!

[@danogle9927]

I shutter every time I see your right index finger,I know that had to hurt big time.That song breaks my heart. your a good man Jerry !

[@RosaStringWorks]

I couldn't even begin to count the number of times I've lost a fingernail. Got to be at least several dozen

[@d.patrickguitars5605]

Great repair. Someone on the other side of the pond is going to be very proud.

[@psycodelek]

It was a real experience just watching you repair that one and the story about the poor guy losing his wife and the song was something else

[@anthonywilson4873]

You are you you do what you do and it’s balanced and reasoned. Works for me and I am learning a lot, you don’t give up till it’s right.

[@shaneharrison4775]

That was a sweet thing you done jerry composing a song for that gentleman who was seeking a picture of the last time he was with his wife I sure hope and pray that someone did get a picture of them I lost my wife of 24 years and I often look at her picture missing her.

[@MrJoeydano]

Wow that’s a sad song 😢 it’s amazing how music can help healing ! Nice job on both the Guitar and the Song

[@jenniferwhitewolf3784]

Such a sad story. Many songs have their roots in actual life events. Bless you for writing a song in her memory.

[@sstace69]

I stayed up way to late watching all 3 episode! Worth it, I really enjoyed your work.

[@kendellbise8875]

I get a sort of satisfaction watching a skilled tradesman like you bring back an old string instrument to its glory days.

[@Setsofiah]

I'm planning my retirement. Not the financial end of things, but what I'm gonna do. It will mostly involve some learning to build guitars, and delving into fixing 'em. Got some jigs rigged, and some tools. What has made for a steep learning curve for me is taking old guitars from the local thrift shop, trying to make a learning experience, taking them apart where necessary and seeing how they tick. Seeing how to remove a back or a bridge. In the background, I'm making a dreadnought from scratch! Thanks Jerry, what you have left for posterity is an unrivaled gold mine. Mark

[@MrBlaser51]

Thanks for letting me watch a master !!!

[@budallen1376]

Top notch work from a skilled craftsman... I must say I'm having trouble writing this, that closing song of yours really got to me, Mr. Rosa... It would be wonderful if a picture could be found, for that heartbroken man... In any event, you gave him something very special... You're a good man, Mr. Rosa... Until we speak again, my friend...

[@JC-11111]

I thought I kept my nails short. Then I started learning to play guitar and I learned just how short they actually need to be after the first time I dug into a fretboard. That was the last time, too. I accidentally sanded a notch into the fretboard when I was crowning frets one day. Didn't realize the sand paper was hanging down and dragging until it was too late. Luckily it's literally right behind the fret. As close as you could probably get. Sorry if I've been overloading your comment section, Jerry! I've been binging your vids for 48 hours now lol 😎👍

[@Bobby007D]

This was a great watch! Your work is spectacular !!! Thank you for posting !!!!

[@peteshea155]

a picture paints a thousands words jerry. a song re-members a thousand memories.

[@micheloderso]

Jerry Rosa, the man with the golden heart and golden fingers! I wish i'd had a friend like you around me. My friend in this kind died in a motorcycle-crash in 2003.

[@Trev0r98]

This is the epitome of the word "craftsmanship".

[@jaytrischler7044]

Superb workmanship sir

[@Zone1242]

Amazing work. The instrument is transformed. I bet the customer is delighted. Always great to learn from your experience Jerry. Cheers, John

[@kenhewgill1375]

Really great Jerry. The story kinda tore me up, but what you did for that gentleman was very nice. You’re a class act Jerry. Please don’t change. Thank you!

[@tryintobesoquiet]

I don’t know what you charged him but he got his money’s worth. Great job Jerry👍

[@aaahtex902]

BEAUTIFUL SONG written by a BEAUTIFUL HEARTED MAN GUITAR LOOKS MUCH BETTER THAN I EVER ANTICIPATED. God Bless You Sir.

[@bloodshotgamer3532]

Great repair and a even greater song Jerry. Very sad story behind it.

[@RicTic66]

Whilst resting at night under tension. Its Soul crept back in. 😊. Fantastic work Jerry, your perseverance and unwillingness to be outdone shows admirable strength of character and top craftsmanship. 👍 Big respect from the UK 😊

[@flowerpot9605]

Wow, that one certainly gave you a work out but you made a beautiful job. You had me in tears when you played the song though.

[@MrAlan0151]

Really great job Jerry, the guy who owns that Gibson is a very lucky man, nobody else would have taken the time to do such a great job. Songs a bit sad though.

[@paulocrosa6435]

Hei Jerry, job very well done. As always. Congrats.

[@giacomopandiani6290]

“Just replace”, “just”; what I love about Jerry’s work is the precision and thought he put in his job, what I’ve learned from this video is that sometimes you just gotta replace something and sometimes you got to keep something authentic and functional. What a great craftsman!

[@staceywickett8460]

I am a recent viewer and really like watching you fix guitars. Noting the tuners on this Gibson I think I have seen them before on a Gibson Melody Maker I had back in about 1967/8/9 time frame. They too were junk!

[@garrettvanjohnson5154]

Absolutely wonderful! God blessed you in skill and talent. You are a very good man!

[@geneedwards5639]

I love the song you wrote for the gentleman who lost his wife. Your generosity and talents seem boundless.

[@popmccoy3454]

Beautiful heartfelt tune, many thanks. Best Wishes from Australia 🎸😭🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@albedo2823]

Life is precious , he was truly in love and she was blessed in this life !

[@abywater]

Nice song and nice reply and nice guitar and it's a real joy to see a real craftsman working.

[@JEANSDEMARCO]

One heck of a job on that Gibson Jerry!! You are a real master at what you do! I also hope that gentleman that wanted a pic of himself and his wife wasn't drinking too much at the show,as he must really be feeling very bad about it! I know I would be,and I hope he can be at peace with himself if it was his fault!

[@bryancorban5250]

Hello Tony. When you are talking about bulder and repair people I watch Rosa String Works all the time. A very interesting character.

[@fongy200]

I had a guy not sso long ago who's tuners were doing the same and instead of replacing them he asked me to solder the one that was seperating. It worked, there was still loads of play but the back didn't keep pinging off. Your uploads have become a reference point in times of difficulty, you really are the master. Thanks Jerry.

[@RTCarterful]

Wow, what a master craftsman, watched all three parts from beginning to end. Mind blowing, the end result, incredible. I have an identical J 50, 1960, except the pick guard, and turners. What I didn't know. Thanks so much.

[@Colhogan06]

I know some people just dont look at the big picture when it comes to reparing guitars. It's one thing for someone to sit behind a computer and play armchair luthier and it's another to actually do the work. In some cases it's just not worth the amount of work it would take in order to take a guitar apart. Plus it's always a risk when doing that, that something could crop up that makes it even worse. You just never know. You do exceptional work and always do what's right in your heart. The people that think you should be doing something different really are in no position to be making any statements. It's really difficult to say what should be done without even seeing the guitar up close and in person. I believe you have proven time and time again that if you feel it's not in the guitars best interest or in the customer's best interest, to take a guitar apart then that is good sound advice from someone who knows his craft and it would be sound advice to follow. Anyway, I love watching your video's, you definitely do great work.

[@RosaStringWorks]

Thank you my friend.

[@jerrywilkins2846]

Jerry, you did a great job of rebuilding the old Gibson. Thank you for singing the song for the man. That is so sad. That just shows that we don't know from one moment to the other what may happen.

[@billbarhorst8369]

Great job! The handmade bridge is gorgeous and the fretboard and top look fantastic!

[@keng3744]

I think this is a perfect example of "gotta look worse to look better " Great great repair and thanks for sharing And for the story and song My heart goes out for her family and friends.

[@53nocaster]

You Sir, are fantastic. wish I had the chance to learn under you. Your song is heart felt and simply great. Thank You very much

[@micheloderso]

And that was another masterpiece in patience! Thank you very much for teaching us in that friendly and humorously way. Bravo!

[@greenharvestproductions6743]

You found out that I have more issues than originally but your master and you were able to do your to your best after all the opticals fantastic job Jerry

[@RichardHutchings]

Jerry, thanks so much for the tip on using the other end of the calipers. I had no idea this could be done. Especially with the the SM calipers that have to readjusted to measure depth. Great time saver and just easier.

[@huskvarsm]

A very touching story it just goes to show there’s a story behind everything

[@rrrosecarbinela]

As always, you do such a wonderful job with whatever the instrument tries to throw at you. Beautiful song. May she live in his memory with joy and love.

[@rickmcbroome]

Everyone is an expert instrument builder, Jerry. Very fine work, as always.

[@amitnewton]

The more I see you work, Jerry, the more I appreciate your commitment to the job at hand. Keep it up my friend. Lovely sound to the guitar, what a sad story and what a lovely song!!!

[@drummerboy1390]

Great work. If that was my guitar I'd be more than happy.

[@JJDoole]

What a job you did! Remarkable. I bet the customer was delighted. Well done, Jerry.

[@davidsims1329]

Great job, I really do learn allot. Thanks so much.

[@63vetteman]

Excellent Job Doc, you are a master!! I love the song, the better half and I will celebrate 55 years in Dec and the sentiment causes one to stop and ponder the future intently!! Thx for sharing and the video!! God Bless!

[@davidjamieson59]

WoW, Jerry, when you first started to describe and look at all the issues way back in video one, I thought, Fire Wood... You took that guitar from a sorry, sorry state and brought it to life again, even when it kept fighting you, you still persevered with it. Also, the story behind the song and the song itself had me choked up a bit... You really do have such passion, for everything that you do.

[@edwardbolton7257]

I can't stop watching his video's. They're addictive. I'm amazed at his skill and his patience.

[@geneedwards5639]

Another super impressive repair. I don’t think anyone could have done better for this guitar. The customer is undoubtedly happy!

[@brianphillips4634]

Jerry what a job don’t know how you ever got the the end , lovely workmanship and very enjoyable watching you finish this guitar .

[@johnthomas2255]

Another great repair. I enjoyed it all, thanks for your videos of your repairs & builds., just amazing..

[@DKDonson]

The master, thanks for the videos, ,, as a kabinetmaker, ,, and a campfireguitarist,,, I sure can see your work is outstanding.

[@willmorrison1022]

That fingerboard is actually much better looking when you clean and sand it off like that. Comes closer to matching that nice bridge you made. And to be honest, I like the look of the grain much better than the dark, almost one color look it had before. Kind of like the ebony that you're starting to see more of with the streaks and colors in it. I much prefer that to the solid black look. Great work putting that neck back on. Carbon paper is a pretty useful material once you realize it doesn't have to just be used for copying things. It's my tool of choice for things like violin bass bars as well as neck joints. You can get a MUCH tighter fit with it. ETA: After seeing your fret wire bender, I made one of my own. It's not as well done as yours, but it sure does the job, and I had all the materials already, so it didn't cost me an additional thing. VERY useful tool. Thanks for that idea! ETA: That is a lovely song, I'm sorry you didn't do the last verse, I'd have loved to hear it. What a sad story. At least they got to hear a good show before she died. I hate it when people lose loved ones in such a useless manner.

[@saunders06516]

Fantastic set of videos. Also the song was great it had me tear up a bit.

[@hoytbasses]

That, sir is a really sweet sounding and playing guitar now.. excellent job. The owner sent you a 'wall hanger with sentimental value' and you sent him back a great guitar! Bravo

[@grattontoliver3317]

Nice series, Jerry. Neat song in the end too. It kind of hit me hard, since I just lost my wife in October. We had played music together many years. Maybe you remember her. Marylynne , the bass player.

[@philipburton9430]

A really good video. This guy really knows his stuff.

[@geraldgourley3170]

Beautiful song, your a man of character jerry thank you .

[@andymcquade]

An amazing craftsman -and a truly amazing soul. Your videos are a highlight of my nights these days. Thanks, Jerry!

[@OptimisticDeadman]

While I certainly agree with those comments about not letting peoples comments get to you, I did find it very valuable and informative to hear those very same things addressed and mentioned, and having you, a true pro, show us where it's at and why. I found it great and very informative, like addressing the crowd that'd be up in arms for not putting a bone nut or rebracing the guitar, and why/how that's amateur talk. Although, on the same token, gotta let those things slide off of you for sure, like water on a ducks back.

[@ebbo51]

Great job with lots of hard work, l am sure my fellow country man will be really happy. Your song was a fitting tribute and it had me choked.

[@davidsims1329]

I liked your carbon paper trick I used to fix to dive tail joints the Kay mandolin, I also put the shims on the neck part on the joint. It worked great. Thanks so much

[@MrDparker69]

Wow yet another fantastic repair. Mind you I didn't expect to be so chocked up at the end when you told the story and sung your beautiful tribute song. Thanks for sharing friend.

[@kthwkr]

Those scars on the back look like possible belt buckle damage. Could be that guy from the Geico commercials with the ever bigger buckles. I fixed a tuner key pretty much the same way you did. It's held for years.

[@johnmckenzie6262]

Thank You!!!!! Keep doing it your way and don't look back. I can tell when you do something, it is to please you and that will please your customers as well.

[@mikemagnum7987]

Jerry, I feel like the way that you went about this work was PERFECT! You left as much "character age" in that as Ol Randy himself has! And that's a good thing! ;)

[@chrishinks46]

Thanks Jerry. I've enjoyed watching your professionalism - and mmusical artistry!

[@copper2152]

Another great repair Jerry! Wonderful song, you are a good man sir!

[@michaeladamcaira9174]

That was a heart breaking story,,touching song

[@1980bwc]

Shocked at how well it turned out. Do you know if that man ever found a picture from that night? That story broke my heart! 😔

[@norgermish1]

No food in the cupboard or gas for the car but I can be content watching Jerry fix a geetar. Thanks, ya took my mind off the troubles and squared things up with that story as well.