60s NR TB restoration

drbassman · January 12, 2008, 10:08:31 AM

Since Tony asked and maybe one or two of you haven't seen it, here's the finished NR. Scott helped with the pickguard and we're making a correct tailpiece for it, so it will look even better in a few weeks! This is the bass that I had to create an entirely new headstock for. The previous owner misplaced the original!

More photos at: http://s2.photobucket.com/albums/y16/drbassman/60s%20NR%20TB/

Barklessdog · January 12, 2008, 10:16:45 AM

I really like the color on this, but the butterscotch maple one is just so much cooler to me.

drbassman · January 12, 2008, 10:22:06 AM

Quote from: Barklessdog on January 12, 2008, 10:16:45 AM
I really like the color on this, but the butterscotch maple one is just so much cooler to me.

The vintage cream from ReRanch is a bit too yellow IMHO, but it's the best there is out there for a faded white look. I'd prefer it toned down a bit, but it still looks pretty good on a true vintage bass. I don't have the patience or skill yet to mix my own paint. Maybe someday I'll go down that road, but I really prefer woodworking to painting anyway!

The see-through butterscotch is a cool color for sure! Love the way it shows off the grain. One day I'll use the regular blonde on a bass, I love that whiter wook as well.

rockinrayduke · January 12, 2008, 10:53:57 AM

Very nice Dr.

Dave W · January 12, 2008, 10:55:08 AM

I don't think I've seen it in nearly-completed form. Very nice!

godofthunder · January 12, 2008, 11:23:17 AM

I was lucky to play this bass ! Bill did a fantastic job. It plays super ! The Seymour Duncan 60's repro pup sounds just like it should. I'm hoping Bill gets bored with this one.

Lightyear · January 12, 2008, 11:34:03 AM

This one is just awesome! I have a thing for the uncluttered purity of a one pickup Bird!

You did a fantastic job!

So this is RR Vintage Cream?

drbassman · January 12, 2008, 11:57:50 AM

Thanks guys, it took me 9 months to do with work, family and other interruptions. Yes, this is ReRanch vintage cream nitro. I'm lazy when it comes to finishing, I did this with 2 can of their spray nitro. I just can't get all excited about using my compressor and getting a gun.

I too like the one pup clean look. This style is a classis for sure.

Basvarken · January 12, 2008, 01:52:41 PM

Stunning!
Congrats.

But is there already some damage in the finish at the tailstop?

cheers, Rob

TBird1958 · January 12, 2008, 02:53:20 PM

That's sure looking nice....... Single pup 'Birds rock!

drbassman · January 12, 2008, 03:03:58 PM

Quote from: Basvarken on January 12, 2008, 01:52:41 PM
Stunning!
Congrats.

But is there already some damage in the finish at the tailstop?

cheers, Rob

Yes, the paint chipped when I attached the tailpiece. If you look close you'll see other chips as well. This paint job is very brittle for some reason and I was pissed when it did this. After thinking about it, I realized what the heck, the bass is 40 years od and the chips make it look its age anyway! So, I'm leaving the chips for now. They add character to what was a perfect paint job!

Muzikman7 · January 12, 2008, 03:36:46 PM

I'm glad to see it done, waiting for it was like reading all the way through a book only to find the last chapter missing.

drbassman · January 12, 2008, 04:54:27 PM

Quote from: Muzikman7 on January 12, 2008, 03:36:46 PM
I'm glad to see it done, waiting for it was like reading all the way through a book only to find the last chapter missing.

At least it has a happy ending!

Barklessdog · January 12, 2008, 06:09:06 PM

QuoteThis paint job is very brittle for some reason and I was pissed when it did this. After thinking about it, I realized what the heck, the bass is 40 years do and the chips make it look its age anyway! So, I'm leaving the chips for now. They add character to what was a perfect paint job!

I would warn anyone about Reranch- It's brittle! Both my red non Reverse & White Eb-0 have chipped just by looking at it!

I would never use Reranch if you want something that is even partially durable!

If you want a fast relic job, use Reranch!

Mixed & sprayed Nitro has to fare better. I'm disappointed in the durability of reranch.

drbassman · January 12, 2008, 07:30:12 PM

Quote from: Barklessdog on January 12, 2008, 06:09:06 PM
I would warn anyone about Reranch- It's brittle! Both my red non Reverse & White Eb-0 have chipped just by looking at it!

I would never use Reranch if you want something that is even partially durable!

If you want a fast relic job, use Reranch!

Mixed & sprayed Nitro has to fare better. I'm disappointed in the durability of reranch.

I agree, the next solid color finish I do I'm gonna use automotive acrylic lacquer.

60s NR TB restoration

rockinrayduke