Bent Herringbone Purfling

I used the Herringbone Purfling on my 000 build project. Since it came prebent for a dreadnought, I reshaped it by using a small steamer from an auto parts store, some pushpins and the cardboard 000 shape that came with the kit. The steamer worked great to soften the purfling mostly in the waist area. It didn't take much steam to make the material pliable. I then molded it around the cardboard 000 shape. The push pins held it in place until it cooled and set up in the new shape. I have mounted it on the body, and it looks great. I am really pleased with the results.

Although the pieces have been broken on a few occasions, it doesn't matter much. The pieces always fit my rebate with little fuss. I had to bend this stuff back in the day, and it does take time.

This product was delivered in perfect condition. I used Weldon #16 adhesive and the product worked flawlessly.

Great, saves so much time use on my 12 string also on a mate 6 string looks unreal.