Pickguard Recommendation

admin · Post by **admin** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 2:16 pm

Curmudge: I have a friend who has just purchased a Godin Montreal that we have discussed before.

It does not have a pickguard and he is wondering if there is a clear pickguard material that he would put on this instrument that would not ruin the finish should he want it remove or replace at some point.

I guess I am asking if there are some adhesives that could hold a clear guard on his instrument that would not damage the finish?

jingle_jangle · Post by **jingle_jangle** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 3:29 pm

Stew-Mac #3419. It's a .005" thick, self-adhesive mylar sheet that can be cut with a scissors. It can be easily peeled off with a bit of warming from a hair dryer. $US13 for 4 sheets.

Staples and other office supply stores also sell mylar laminating sheets which are not specifically for guitars, but will do the same job.

To put the guard on bubble-free, first spray the back of the mylar guard with some windex. Apply the guard, slide it into exact position, and squeegee it into place with a sponge, working from the center to the outside edges.. Use a soft cloth to absorb the water from the edges. Let dry overnight.

admin · Post by **admin** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 4:30 pm

Thanks Paul. Just to confirm, as he will ask, is it safe to assume that this adhesive will have no adverse effects on the finish?

jingle_jangle · Post by **jingle_jangle** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 6:09 pm

Peter, I doubt that the Godins have a nitrocellulose finish, and I suspect they are polyester or urethane clearcoated. You should be OK in either case. Perhaps a call or e-mail to Godin regarding their finishes, is in order to be 100% safe.

admin · Post by **admin** » Mon Nov 07, 2005 9:20 am

Thanks Paul.